Higher education in India is on the brink of a major transformation—driven by the rise of AI, the growth of digital learning ecosystems, and a national push to make quality education accessible to all. AI is rapidly reshaping curriculum design, assessment, research, and student engagement, turning what once felt like a distant possibility into an urgent academic priority. From personalised learning pathways to intelligent campuses, access, equity, and innovation are now the core pillars of a new higher education era.
 

Amid this momentum, The Economic Times Education is proud to launch EDNXT Bengaluru 2026 on February 5 at the Four Seasons Hotel at Embassy One —a premier gathering for the leaders shaping India’s higher education future. Hosted in Bengaluru, the country’s technology and innovation hub, the event will unite 200+ influential higher ed leaders and 50+ thought leaders for a day of sharp dialogue, deep insights, and future-focused networking. Centered on the theme “ The Education Transformation: AI Access and Acceleration ,” EDNXT Bengaluru will explore how AI-driven innovation can unlock new academic models, bridge systemic gaps, and accelerate India’s journey toward a more agile, inclusive, and future-ready higher education landscape.