India's higher education system sees crores pursuing generic BA and BCom degrees, as flagged by NITI Aayog, highlighting their limited employment relevance.
This trend is seen across degree colleges, Industrial Training Institutes
Aug 26, 2026
04:38 pm
What's the storyIndia's higher education system is in dire need of reform, a recent report by NITI Aayog has warned.
The study highlights a major structural imbalance, with millions of students opting for generic undergraduate degrees that don't necessarily lead to employment.
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