India Continuing Education Market Size, Share 2025-2033

India Continuing Education Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Service Providers, Delivery Mode, End User, and Region, 2025-2033

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India Continuing Education Market Overview:

The India continuing education market size reached USD 5.94 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 10.80 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.20% during 2025-2033. The India continuing education market is driven by increasing demand for skill development due to rapid technological advancements, government initiatives promoting lifelong learning, and corporate upskilling programs. The rise of e-learning platforms, affordability of online courses, and growing professional certification requirements further boost market growth across diverse industries and career segments.

Report Attribute	Key Statistics
Base Year	2024
Forecast Years	2025-2033
Historical Years	2019-2024
Market Size in 2024	USD 5.94 Billion
Market Forecast in 2033	USD 10.80 Billion
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033)	6.20%

India Continuing Education Market Trends:

Growth of Online and Hybrid Learning Models

The Indian continuing education market is swiftly moving towards hybrid and online models of learning, driven by increased internet penetration and digital adoption. India had 820 million internet users as of 2023, with an internet penetration of 55%, making digital learning more convenient. Online learning options are flexible and allow professionals to pursue education along with work. Hybrid models of learning, mixing online modules and offline workshops, increase participation and retention. AI-based adaptive learning and virtual classrooms enhance the efficacy of digital learning. Partnerships between edtech companies and universities increase the breadth of courses available, and thereby high-quality education becomes cost-effective and affordable. Convenience and affordability being major factors, online and blended models of learning are expected to become a market favorite for meeting different professional upskilling requirements.

India continuing education market Size

Expansion of Industry-Specific Certification Programs

The need for industry-specific certification courses is on the rise as professionals aim to upskill and enhance employability. Industries like IT, finance, healthcare, and management need specialized knowledge, hence the popularity of certification courses designed for these sectors. Organizations value employees with confirmed expertise, which has led people to opt for globally accepted certifications from websites such as Coursera, Udemy, and LinkedIn Learning. Additionally, government initiatives such as Skill India promote industry-relevant certification programs and vocational training. Additionally, companies are investing in industry-specific certification programs to upskill their workforce. With industries evolving further, the demand for specialized certifications in cybersecurity, blockchain, and data analytics is likely to increase, boosting this segment.

Corporate Investment in Workforce Upskilling

Indian companies are increasingly prioritizing workforce upskilling to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving business environment. As automation and AI redefine job roles, organizations are focusing on reskilling employees in emerging technologies. Large enterprises and startups are collaborating with edtech firms to provide customized learning programs, ensuring their workforce remains industry-ready. Corporate learning platforms and learning management systems (LMS) enable on-demand training for continuous skill enhancement. Government initiatives, including proposed tax incentives, further support corporate training efforts. Notably, 85% of professionals in India plan to invest in upskilling initiatives in fiscal year 2025, according to Great Learning's Upskilling Trends Report 2024-25. As companies recognize the link between skill development, productivity, and innovation, investments in employee education are expected to surge.

India Continuing Education Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on service provider, delivery mode and end user.

Service Providers Insights:

Universities and Academic Centers
OEMs/Pharmaceutical Companies
Educational Platforms
Others

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the service providers. This includes universities and academic centers, OEMS/pharmaceutical companies, educational platforms, and others.

Delivery Mode Insights:

Online
Classroom Based Courses

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the delivery mode have also been provided in the report. This includes online, and classroom based courses.

End User Insights:

Students
Professionals

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end user. This includes students, and professionals.

Regional Insights:

North India
South India
East India
West India

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North, South, East, and West India.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

India Continuing Education Market News:

In February 2025, The University of Applied Sciences Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) is strengthening its engagement with India by launching the Executive Leadership Program, Explore & Discover Business Opportunities with Trade Partner INDIA. Designed for Swiss SMEs, the program aims to equip business leaders with insights into India’s dynamic market. Set to begin in August, it focuses on strategic opportunities, trade partnerships, and market expansion, enhancing cross-border collaboration and growth potential.
In February 2025, Bengaluru-based skilling platform NextLeap acquired PM School to expand its product management education offerings in India. The acquisition aims to enhance training by integrating PM School’s expertise with NextLeap’s AI-driven platform, providing better resources, mentorship, and career support. New programs are set to launch later this year, strengthening opportunities for professionals transitioning into product management roles.
In January 2025, Edtech platform Brightchamps acquired Indian K12 education marketplace Edjust to support its global expansion. This marks Brightchamps' fourth acquisition since 2020, following Education10x (2021), Schola (2022), and Metamorphosis Edu (2023). The cash and stock deal strengthens Brightchamps’ position in the K12 education sector, though financial details remain undisclosed.

India Continuing Education Market Report Coverage:

Report Features	Details
Base Year of the Analysis	2024
Historical Period	2019-2024
Forecast Period	2025-2033
Units	Billion USD
Scope of the Report	Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment: Service Providers Delivery Mode End User Region
Service Providers Covered	Universities and Academic Centers, OEMs/Pharmaceutical Companies, Educational Platforms, Others
Delivery Modes Covered	Online, Classroom Based Courses
End Users Covered	Students, Professionals
Regions Covered	North India, South India, East India, West India
Customization Scope	10% Free Customization
Post-Sale Analyst Support	10-12 Weeks
Delivery Format	PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request)

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

How has the India continuing education market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
What is the breakup of the India continuing education market on the basis of service providers?
What is the breakup of the India continuing education market on the basis of delivery mode?
What is the breakup of the India continuing education market on the basis of end user?
What is the breakup of the India continuing education market on the basis of region?
What are the various stages in the value chain of the India continuing education market?
What are the key driving factors and challenges in the India continuing education?
What is the structure of the India continuing education market and who are the key players?
What is the degree of competition in the India continuing education market?

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the India continuing education market from 2019-2033.
The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the India continuing education market.
Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the India continuing education industry and its attractiveness.
Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.

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