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Student housing is India's next real estate hotspot, says report - here's why
Published 4 August 2026 ยท india
The surge in India's higher education landscape is driving a notable increase in demand for student accommodation. With international universities thriving and overseas education expenses
The surge in India's higher education landscape is driving a notable increase in demand for student accommodation. With international universities thriving and overseas education expenses rising, a remarkable demographic shift is anticipated, projecting over 70 million students by 2035. This educational migration will generate massive housing needs, prompting a significant boost in institutional investments aimed at nationwide accommodation development.
Published: August 4, 2026 โข 4:44 PM IST ยท Updated: August 4, 2026 โข 8:33 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
The surge in India's higher education landscape is driving a notable increase in demand for student accommodation.
With international universities thriving and overseas education expenses rising, a remarkable demographic shift is anticipated, projecting over 70 million students by 2035. This educational migration will generate massive housing needs, prompting a significant boost in institutional investments aimed at nationwide accommodation development.