ICT Integration in Indian Higher Education After NEP 2020 : Challenges and Emerging Perspective

Author(s)	Ms. Yanchopeni Lotha, Prof. Dr. Vinoth S
Country	India
Abstract	The role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has grown in significance across the global higher education sector. In India, National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 recommends integrating ICT to make higher education more accessible, qualitative, flexible (Government of India, 2020). This article explains process of implementing ICT in higher education in India after NEP 2020 and challenges observed. Some of issues identified in paper include digital divide, inadequate infrastructure, lack of digital skills of both teachers and students, institutional readiness. It also examines emerging trends in higher education, including blended learning, online platforms, technology-enhanced teaching. The research is largely based on review of recent publications from diverse sources. The results suggest that ICT may have an important role to play in enhancing higher education though its use is affected by policy, infrastructure, training. In that regard, it is essential to address those obstacles and achieve the goals of NEP 2020 and create a more tech-oriented and equitable education system in India.
Keywords	ICT Integration, Blended Learning, Higher Education, Digital Divide, NEP 2020, Educational Technology
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 17, Issue 2, April-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-06

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