Motivations: Better career opportunities, cultural experiences, and improved pay are primary motivations for studying abroad, with almost 50% of Indian students citing better job options. Cultural experiences and language skill development also rank high, with 42% and 41% of Indian students, respectively, expressing interest.

Global Perspective: About 38% of students from India and Pakistan seek higher education abroad to gain a global perspective, while 42% believe studying a specific subject would enhance job prospects.

Barriers: Cost of living and high tuition fees are the biggest barriers for Indian students considering higher education overseas, with 50% citing cost and 35% mentioning fees as significant concerns.

Recognition Concerns: A noteworthy 16% of students from India, Pakistan, Nigeria, and Vietnam fear their academic qualifications may not be recognized by foreign universities.