New Delhi, University of Birbek in London on Tuesday received a Letter of Intent from the University Grants Commission (UGC) to establish its global campus in Bengaluru, according to officials.
With the establishment of its Bengaluru campus, Birkbeck will offer Indian students access to globally recognised University of London degrees at nearly 60 per cent lower cost, while maintaining the same academic standards, research-led teaching and industry-integrated curriculum as its UK counterpart.
This initiative directly supports India’s goal of increasing its Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education to 50 per cent by 2030 and expanding access to high-quality international education domestically.
“The handing over of the Letter of Intent marks a gateway to global learning for Indian students. It reflects the confidence that leading international institutions have in India’s rapidly evolving higher education ecosystem,” said Vineet Joshi, Higher Education Secretary.
“Through progressive UGC regulations, we are enabling high-quality global institutions to establish a meaningful presence in India. The students will now be able to access world-class international education at significantly lower costs, nearly 60 per cent less compared to studying abroad. This is critical to ensuring equity and expanding opportunities,” he said.
Founded in 1823, Birkbeck, University of London is globally recognised for its flexible, career-focused education model.
Professor Sally Wheeler, Vice Chancellor, Birkbeck, University of London, said the Bengaluru campus will bring this legacy to India, integrating academic excellence with employability and industry engagement.
“The entry of leading global institutions like Birkbeck, University of London reflects India’s broader ambition to become a preferred destination for international education by 2030 creating opportunities for students, strengthening research collaboration, and building a globally competitive knowledge economy,” he said.
