India is estimated to require 1.0–1.5 billion square feet of additional private education infrastructure by FY2035, driven by rising student enrolments, growing private-sector participation and demand for quality education, according to a CBRE report. Private unaided K–12 schools are expected to account for around 900 million sq ft of the additional requirement, while private higher education institutions may need another 400 million sq ft. The growing demand is expected to create opportunities for real estate developers and institutional investors, particularly in premium education platforms and emerging Tier-II cities.
