Budget expectations 2026: Education sector seeks skilling push, digital access and student-centric financing

Education leaders are urging Budget 2026 to boost skilling, digital infrastructure, and higher education financing. They emphasize outcome-focused spending, particularly in rural areas, to solidify India’s global education hub ambitions. Key calls include incentivizing ‘Last-Mile Skilling,’ improving classroom impact through digital tools, and implementing student-centric financing models for higher education.