House Panel Urges Government to Increase Spending on Education to 6% of GDP
Education · Thursday, 18 June 2026
Parliamentary panel recommends raising education spending to align with NEP 2020.
Quick highlights
- Recommendation to raise spending to 6% of GDP.
- Current spending is only 4.12% of GDP.
- Need for higher investment to improve GER.
- International comparisons highlight India's lag.
Context
The Parliamentary Standing Committee reviewed education spending.
Key Facts
Total expenditure on education stood at 4.12% of GDP.
Significance
Higher spending improves learning outcomes and workforce productivity.
Challenges / Way Forward
Need for consistent budget growth and addressing GER stagnation.
Exam Angle
Relevant for GS Paper II on education policies.
Remember this
- Education spending should be 6% of GDP.
- Current spending is 4.12% of GDP.
- GER growth has been limited.
- International comparisons show need for stronger investment.