India Research Ecosystem has witnessed remarkable growth in global research and innovation over the last ten years. According to the Ministry of Education, India’s ranking in the Global Innovation Index improved from 81st in 2015 to 38th in 2025, while the country climbed to third globally in science and engineering publications and in the number of PhDs awarded in these disciplines. India has also improved its global ranking in patent applications from 8th in 2013 to 6th in 2022. The government has strengthened research through initiatives such as the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Prime Minister’s Research Fellows (PMRF) Scheme, and increased investment in premier institutions including IITs, NITs, IIITs, IISERs, and IISc. Gross Expenditure on Research and Development (GERD) has more than doubled over the past decade, reflecting India’s growing commitment to scientific innovation and global competitiveness.
India Research Ecosystem Gains Global Recognition with Innovation Milestones
