● Based on the first-ever “CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report” conducted on a base of 30 Lakh students across India
● 77% of students from Lucknow prefer to pursue higher education within the state
● 52% of students across Uttar Pradesh exhibit a strong inclination towards professional courses such as BCA, BBA, B.Tech, and B.Pharma amongst others
● Bihar, Delhi, and Haryana constitute around 75% of all inbound student migration to Uttar Pradesh
● Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand have emerged as the most sought-after destinations – Making up 75% of students migrating from Uttar Pradesh
Lucknow – Lucknow, the vibrant capital city of Uttar Pradesh, has been gaining recognition as a thriving educational hub specially for Higher Education in India. According to the “CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report” released by CollegeDekho, Lucknow has become a preferred destination for students from various states, including Uttarakhand (19%), Punjab (17%), Rajasthan (16%), Madhya Pradesh (12%), and Haryana (10%). In fact, these states contribute to nearly 75% of all higher education-related student migration to Lucknow, highlighting the city’s ability to provide high-quality professional education and a safe learning environment besides future growth opportunities. The “CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report” is one of the largest ever studies done in India on student migration for Higher Education as it is based on data analytics of over 30 lakh students across India.
The first-ever “CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report” revealed interesting insights into the preferences of students in Lucknow who are taking admissions in Undergraduate courses. Amongst the myriad of courses available, certain degree programs have gained significant popularity. For instance, 11% of students expressed a keen interest in pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree, indicating a growing fascination with business and management studies. Additionally, courses like Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) (9%), B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (6%), and Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharma)(5%) also garnered substantial appeal, accounting for over 30% of all pursued Degree Courses in the city. This is a clear trend towards more job-oriented, professional degrees based on the mega study by CollegeDekho.
Lucknow’s reputation as an educational hub can be attributed to the diverse academic experiences and growing career prospects offered within the city. The report from CollegeDekho revealed that approximately 77% of students from Lucknow prefer to pursue higher education within the state, benefiting from its remarkable economic growth in recent years and the improvement in the learning environment for students.
On his latest visit to the city, Abhinav Upadhyay, Chief Marketing Officer of CollegeDekho, who also hails from Lucknow, expressed his admiration for the city’s remarkable progress both economically and in the realm of education. He stated, “The CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report is based on data-points obtained from over 30 lakh students across India and is one of the largest analytical studies ever done to map the Migration trends of students across India as they move to pursue their undergraduate degrees and build their careers. As someone who has lived for over 2 decades in this great city, the growth and development of Lucknow as a high-quality higher-education hub fill me with immense pride.
Lucknow has always been an education hub with high-quality schools but now it has a diverse range of private and public universities and colleges. The increasing number of students migrating to this amazing city from different states is a testament to the quality of the educational institutions, safe learning environment and career prospects that the city now provides. As a local, it’s truly gratifying to witness our city’s rise as a thriving centre of academic excellence, and I am confident that this upward trajectory will continue in the years to come and help foster the spirit of innovation that propels the city and the state of Uttar Pradesh forward. “
While Uttar Pradesh has witnessed substantial growth overall, it is noteworthy that trends in the students’ course preferences within the state align closely with those observed in Lucknow. More than 52% of students across Uttar Pradesh exhibit a strong inclination towards courses such as BCA, BBA, B.Tech, B.Pharma, and B.Com. This indicates a shared enthusiasm for fields related to computer applications, business administration, technology, pharmacy, and commerce.
Moreover, the survey also highlighted that 68.75% of students from Uttar Pradesh prefer to study within the state. This preference can be attributed to the availability of quality educational institutions and diverse academic programs offered within Uttar Pradesh.
For those students in Uttar Pradesh aspiring to pursue higher education beyond the state’s borders, states like Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, and Uttarakhand have emerged as the most sought-after destinations, with approximately 75% of students opting to pursue their academic aspirations there, the report revealed.
Uttar Pradesh has also experienced a significant influx of students from other states. Bihar, Delhi, and Haryana constitute around 75% of all inbound student migration, as these students seek the educational opportunities and vibrant academic environment offered by Uttar Pradesh.
The data from the “CollegeDekho Student Migration Trends Report” and trends observed within Uttar Pradesh showcase the evolving educational landscape in Lucknow and the state at large. As Lucknow cements its position as an educational hub, the city continues to attract students from various states, fostering academic growth, and providing opportunities for personal and professional development.
