According to data from South Korea 's Ministry of Education, 1,328 Indian students were studying in Korea in 2022, which is 0.8% of the country's total international student population. As of now, Korea has 12000 Indians of which 1,500 students are enrolled in universities, suggest estimates.

Experts are of the opinion that the low number of Indian students enrolled in South Korean universities is due to a language barrier and the country's limited popularity as a study destination. However, there is no denying that South Korea is gradually becoming a favored study-abroad destination for Indian students, thanks to the culture of the country, fuelled by the global popularity of K-dramas, K-pop , and K-beauty. Interestingly, in 2020, the Indian government included Korean as one of the eight foreign languages in schools, acknowledging its importance.

Cultural exchanges like music festivals during the Hornbill Festival in Nagaland also contribute to a deeper understanding and appreciation of Korean traditions. Let’s explore other reasons behind the growing popularity of Korea as a study abroad destination for Indians. One of the primary reasons for South Korea's increasing popularity among Indian students is its high-quality education system with relatively affordable tuition fees.

Prestigious institutions such as Seoul National University , Korea University, and Pohang University of Science and Technology offer top-notch education recognized globally. Undergraduate programme f.