Women now lead India's higher education enrolment, with their Gross Enrolment Ratio reaching 31.2%. This trend has solidified over three years, showing consistent female growth. Women comprise nearly half of all higher education students nationwide. Their participation is strong across social categories and postgraduate studies. However, a gender divide persists in core technical education fields.

Government report shows increased female teacher representation and girl student enrollment, alongside improved retention and school resources.

India's higher education enrolment reaches 4.5 crore, with women and marginalised groups leading significant growth, AISHE report reveals.