Delhi Students Show Strong Interest in Choose France Tour 2026
Delhi students showed strong interest in the Choose France Tour 2026, exploring study opportunities, English-taught courses, and admissions at over 50 French universities and business schools.
The Choose France Tour 2026 saw big participation from Delhi students, who are planning to study higher education in France. The students got a direct access to interact with representatives from over 50 recognised business schools and universities of France.
The event was organised at Le Meridien in New Delhi that helped students learn about the courses and admission procedures, and opportunities to study abroad. According to a media release, the event provided students with information about various fields, such as engineering, management, creative arts, design, hospitality, and culinary arts.
Students walk outside a university building, reflecting the growing interest among Indian students in pursuing higher education in France. Image credit: Google
According to the press release, Lisa Amon, Deputy Head of Mission at the French Embassy in India, said education and student exchanges are vital to the growing partnership between India and France. The country has an aim to welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030. Choose France Tour translates this ambition in concrete opportunities by providing Indian students with direct access to recognised programmes of French institutions.
As per Campus France, the number of Indian students enrolled in French higher education institutions reached 9,100 in the 2024-25 academic year, marking a 17% increase from the previous year. The number of Indian students studying in France has grown by 63% since 2018, reflecting rising interest in French higher education.
Students gather in a historic European university courtyard, highlighting the international learning environment and cultural experiences available to students pursuing higher education in France. Image credit: Google
Students planning to pursue higher education in France can also explore programmes taught in English. Beatrice Khaiat, Deputy Director - General, Campus France, highlighted the availability of English-taught courses and opportunities for eligible students to gain professional experience in France.
Choose France Tour 2026 was organised by the Embassy of France in India in collaboration with the French Institute in India and Campus France. After its events in other cities, the tour will travel to Mumbai and Pune before concluding in Bengaluru on October 17, 2026.
The initiative aims to help Indian students explore international education opportunities and learn more about academic programmes, career prospects and student life in France.