France Embassy Hosts Premier Education Fair in India

• Meet 50+ universities and specialized institutions across business, engineering, arts, and more
• France offers world-class education with recognized research organizations, Nobel laureates, and globally ranked institutions
• The event will take place in Chennai, New Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai in October 2025

The Embassy of France is pleased to offer the return of one of its premier student engagement program events, the "Choose France Tour 2025", during the month of October in four major cities in India. The event will allow prospective students, their parents, and educators, to learn and engage more around France’s education system and meet with representatives of leading French education institutions.

The French Education Embassy reported a 17% overall recruitment increase of Indian students for the 2024-2025 academic year as interest in studying in France continues to rise. This positive trend signals progress toward the government goal of enrolling to host 30,000 Indian students by 2030.

Explore, Connect, and Plan

The France education fair India organized by the French Embassy education fair offers a unique opportunity to explore France higher education India and meet representatives from top French universities India tour.

The "Choose France Tour 2025" will feature 50+ prestigious French schools covering elite public universities, engineering schools, business programs, art and design colleges, and language schools. Participants will receive individualized information on academic programs, scholarship opportunities, visa requirements, and student living in France.

Indian students can learn about study in France scholarships and other scholarships for Indian students France while discovering global education opportunities France at the France study abroad fair.

Academic Excellence and Global Leadership

France has an established reputation as a center of knowledge fueled by a history of scientific achievements and advances. With 13 Fields Medals in Mathematics and many Nobel Prize winners in science and economics, organizations in France such as CNRS and Institut Pasteur are recognized as leading research organizations in the world. Recently, international rankings reiterate the status of French institutions like Université PSL and Institut Polytechnique de Paris for excellence in mathematics, engineering, business, and social science.

A Message from the French Ambassador

H.E. Mr. Thierry Mathou, French Ambassador to India stated, "France's commitment to India is a clear priority, best illustrated by our ambition to welcome 30,000 Indian students by 2030 — a goal we will achieve together, driven by our faith in your exceptional talent. Through flagship initiatives like 'Classes Internationales' and our ongoing efforts to streamline visa processes, we are making a tangible investment in your academic and professional success. Our partnership goes beyond education: it is an investment in a shared future. We see each student as a future partner in our bilateral relationship — their success in France will not only shape their careers but also strengthen the ties with over 1,000 French employers operating in India. France welcomes you not just as students, but as key contributors to a brighter, shared tomorrow."

Tour Schedule

October 5 – Chennai | The Leela Palace | 2 pm – 6 pm

October 7 – New Delhi | Le Méridien | 2 pm – 6 pm

October 9 – Kolkata | JW Marriott Hotel | 2 pm – 6 pm

October 11 – Mumbai | Hotel Sahara Star | 2 pm – 6 pm

Students are encouraged to register and learn more at the official Campus France website: choosefrance.in

Participating Institutions

Management & Business Schools: ESSEC, HEC, NEOMA, Grenoble Ecole de Management, emlyon business school, TBS Education, and more.

Engineering Schools: CentraleSupélec, EPITECH – European Institute of Technology, ÉcolePolytechnique, EPITA, IMT Atlantique, EURECOM, ECE Engineering School, ÉcoleNationale de l’AviationCivile, CESI, ISAE-SUPAERO / TSAAE, Centrale Nantes – School of Engineering, ITECH Lyon, JUNIA, ESIGELEC, ESILV, ESME, ISEP, INSA Toulouse.

Arts & Design Schools: LISAA, École Intuit Lab, École de design.

Hospitality & Gastronomy: FERRANDI Paris, Institut Lyfe.

Universities: Université de Lille, Université de Toulouse Jean Jaurès, Aix-Marseille Université, Sciences Po, UnivPanthéonAssas, UniversitéCatholique de l’Ouest – The Catholic University of the West.

Language Schools: Inflexyon (Lyon), Ciel Bretagne.

The "Choose France Tour 2025" is expected to be an exciting opportunity for Indian students to discover their next educational journey and network with world-class institutions.