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CollectionNIRF: Master Data of Higher Educational Institutions' Admissions, Placements, Finances, Research and RankingThe collection contains year-wise compiled data and the pertinent datasets on different parameters and aspects relating to scoring and ranking of higher educational institutions in India, based on the data published by Ministry of Education under National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Note: 1. The data pertains only to those universities/colleges/institutions whose detailed NIRF submissions is uploaded to the NIRF portal. 2. The specifics of data contained in the datasets include details relating to admissions and placements such as number of student admissions, graduations, placements, etc., the financial details such as capital, operational and other types of expenditure incurred, the profits earned, etc. research details such as number of consultancy and research projects taken up, number of funding/client organizations, the funds received, the faculty available together with their qualifications, etc. Based on these and other partmeters, the NIRF has also published university/institute-wise score and ranking of each higher educational institutions, which have also been made as separate datasets in the collection. 3. The 2026 rankings and college data have not yet been released by NIRF. However, we have sourced the 2026 data for individual colleges directly from their respective official websites. We followed the same approach for colleges that were not highly ranked in previous years and whose information is not available on the NIRF website.28 datasetsView →

CollectionAISHE: Time-series data on Courses, Programmes and Disciplines of Study, and Enrollments, Passouts, Posts, etc. in different Types of Higher Educational Institutions in IndiaThe collection contains Year- and State-wise historical data on higher education and its related aspects in India, compiled from All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE) reports. The range of data contained in the datasets include number of students, including foreign students, enrolled and passed out, both in regular and distance modes, in different courses and programmes of under graduate, post graduate, doctorate and other discipline of studies. Further, the collection also includes data on different types of educational institutions such as universities, colleges and other institutions (public, private, deemed, etc.), and their number, by the types of education that they offer. It also contains data on student-teacher pupil ratio, number of teaching and non-teaching staff, along with number of posts, in different types of educational institutions. The granual coverage of data is from the year 2010 to 2021 and it is categorized by gender, social group (caste), economic, physical and community status. Note: The AISHE data is collected by Department of Higher Education (DoHE) based on web-based survey and not by physical survey. Further, the data is based only on the institutions which have provided information and it does not include the data of institutions which have not provided data to DoHE43 datasetsView →

CollectionInternational Students Studying in USA (Open Doors Report)The collection contains historically compiled data from the year 1949-50 on International Students enrolled in different educational institutions of United States of America (USA). The specifics of data contained in the collection include Academic-year-wise number of international students who are enrolled in USA by different regions and countries, for different programmes and fields of study such as post graduate, graduate, non-degree, and others in courses such as Business/ Management, Engineering, Fine/ Applied Arts, Health Professions, Humanities, Intensive English, Math/ Computer Science, Physical/ Life Sciences, Social Sciences, etc. In addition, the collection contains data on academic-year-wise number of USA students enrollments within USA15 datasetsView →

CollectionIndian students going abroad for Higher EducationThis collection contains details of the cumulative number of students going abroad for higher education and the details regarding the educational loans availed by them3 datasetsView →

CollectionUSA Students Studying Abroad (Open Doors Report)The collection contains historically compiled data from the year 1989-90 on United Nations of America (USA) Students who are enrolled in educational institutions in other countries for pursuing different fields of studies. The specifics of data contained in the collection include Academic-year-wise number of international students who are enrolled in different regions and countries for pursuing different programmes and fields of study such as Agriculture, Natural Resources and Conservation, Communication, Journalism, Communications Technologies/Technicians, Construction Trades, Engineering, Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians, Military Technologies, Precision Production, Transportation and Materials Moving, Architecture, Visual and Performing, Arts, Health Professions, Residency Programs, English Language and Literature/Letters, Foreign Languages, Literatures and, Linguistics, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Theology and Religious Vocations, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting, Legal Professions and Studies, Computer and Information Sciences, Mathematics and Statistics, Basic Skills, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, Liberal Arts and Sciences/General Studies, Library Science, Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies, Personal and Culinary Services, Reserve Officer Training Corps, Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Physical Sciences, Science Technologies/Technicians, Area, Ethnic, Cultural and Gender Studies, History, Psychology, Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Social Sciences, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, etc.6 datasetsView →

CollectionRehabilitation and Welfare of Prisoners from Prison Statistics India Reports, NCRBThis collection of datasets, compiled from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) Prison Statistics India reports, provides a comprehensive overview of the rehabilitation and welfare mechanisms within the Indian penal system. It tracks the systemic efforts to reform and reintegrate inmates through educational initiatives like adult, higher, and computer education and diverse vocational training in fields such as agriculture, carpentry, and handloom. The data further monitors the protection of prisoner rights by documenting complaints filed with the National and State Human Rights Commissions (NHRC/SHRC) and other specialized bodies regarding cruelty or denial of lawful rights. Additionally, the collection highlights the critical role of NGOs in providing medical and legal aid, with specific attention to organizations dedicated to women prisoners. Key economic indicators are also included, such as wages paid to skilled and unskilled inmates, the gross value of goods produced by prisoners, and the financial assistance provided upon release. Available at both year-wise and state-wise levels, these datasets are essential for evaluating the effectiveness of correctional reforms and the socio-economic empowerment of incarcerated individuals in India.12 datasetsView →

CollectionIndian Students Studying in USAThe collection contains Academic-year-wise historically compiled data from the year 1949-50 on the Number of Indian Students who are enrolled in different educational institutes of United States of America (USA) for pursuing Post Graduate, Graduate, Non-degree and other programmes of study in courses such as Business/ Management, Engineering, Fine/ Applied Arts, Health Professions, Humanities, Intensive English, Math/ Computer Science, Physical/ Life Sciences, Social Sciences, etc.5 datasetsView →

CollectionNSSO: Education and EmploymentThe collection contains Year-, State-, Region-, Gender-, Social-group and Age-group-wise historically compiled data from National Sample Survey Organisation (NSSO/NSO) reports on the subject of Education and Employment in India. The specifics of data coverned in the datasets include independent data on level of education among persons of 15 years and 5 years, households with no literate members of age group 15 years and above, literacy rate among different persons of different age and social groups, attendance rate in educational institutions, non-Literacy among rural and urban population of India, number of households who possess lands in rural india, number of households and who have undertaken cultivation on agricultural lands, types of employment people were engaged in, including participation and benefits under NREGS Scheme, etc. The coverage of data is from the year 2000 to 2012 (until the publication of latest report)12 datasetsView →

CollectionRTO, Vehicle Maker (Manufacturer) and Vehicle Class-wise Vehicles Registered in Each StateThis Collection contains datasets on year, month, vehicle maker and vehicle class wise vehicles registered in all RTOs for each state Note: 1. Below are the vehicle classes as per MoRTH Adapted Vehicle, Agricultural Tractor, Ambulance, Armoured/Specialised Vehicle, Breakdown Van, Bulldozer, Camper Van / Trailer, Cash Van, Construction Equipment Vehicle, Crane Mounted Vehicle, Dumper, e-Rickshaw(P), Earth Moving Equipment, Educational Institution Bus, Excavator Commercial), Excavator (NT), Fire Fighting Vehicle, Fork Lift, Goods Carrier, Harvester, Hearses, Library Van, Luxury Cab, M-Cycle/Scooter, Maxi Cab, Mobile Canteen, Mobile Clinic, Mobile Workshop, Moped, Motor Car, Motorised Cycle, Omni Bus, Power Tiller, Private Service Vehicle, Recovery Vehicle, Road Roller, School Bus, Semi-Trailer (Commercial), Three Wheeler (Goods), Tow Truck, Tower Wagon, Tractor, Trailer, Tree Trimming Vehicle 2. The data is sourced from the Vahan Portal and reflects the last update done by us. Data is updated/refreshed once every month. Any mismatches are due to frequent updates on the Vahan dashboard. 3. For datasets with year-wise data, the data of the previous years is as of 31 December of that year whereas the data of the current year is as of date. 36 datasetsView →

CollectionPrison Budget and Infrastructure from Prison Statistics India Reports, NCRBThis collection of datasets, derived from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) Prison Statistics India reports, provides a comprehensive fiscal and structural overview of the Indian correctional system. It tracks the financial management of prisons by comparing sanctioned budgets with actual expenditures—broken down by Plan and Non-Plan funds—alongside detailed year-wise and state-wise spending on prisoner care, including essential needs like food, medical care, and clothing, as well as rehabilitative investments in vocational and educational programs. In addition to financial data, the collection monitors the physical and human infrastructure of the penal system. It documents the construction, renovation, and expansion of various facility types—such as Central, District, Women, and Open Jails—and the integration of modern technology like video conferencing facilities. Furthermore, it highlights administrative challenges by detailing the staffing strength (sanctioned vs. actual) and the availability of official housing. Together, these datasets offer a transparent view of how resources are allocated and utilised to manage, maintain, and modernise India’s prison infrastructure.16 datasetsView →

CollectionVehicle Maker/Manufacture and Vehicle Class Type wise Vehicles registered in each StateThis Collection contains datasets year, month, state, rto, vehicle manufacturer, vehicle class type and vehicle class wise vehicles registered in India. It includes Adapted Vehicle, Armoured/Specialised Vehicle, Agricultural Tractor, Harvester, Power Tiller, Power Tiller (Commercial), Puller Tractor, Tractor (Commercial), Tractor-Trolley(Commercial), Trailer (Agricultural), Articulated Vehicle, Breakdown Van, Goods Carrier, Quadricycle (Commercial), Quadricycle (Private), Recovery Vehicle, Semi-Trailer (Commercial), Tow Truck, Ambulance, Animal Ambulance, Fire Fighting Vehicle, Fire Tenders, Mobile Clinic, X-Ray Van, Bulldozer, Construction Equipment Vehicle, Construction Equipment Vehicle (Commercial), Crane Mounted Vehicle, Dumper, Earth Moving Equipment, Excavator (Commercial), Excavator (NT), Fork Lift, Road Roller, Snorked Ladders, Tower Wagon, Luxury Cab, Maxi Cab, Motor Cab, Motor Car, Private Service Vehicle, Private Service Vehicle (Individual Use), Vintage Motor Vehicle, Bus, Educational Institution Bus, Omni Bus, Omni Bus (Private Use), School Bus, Camper Van / Trailer, Camper Van / Trailer (Private Use), Motor Caravan, Cash Van, Hearses, Library Van, Mobile Canteen, Mobile Workshop, Tree Trimming Vehicle, Auxiliary Trailer, Modular Hydraulic Trailer, Trailer (Commercial), Trailer For Personal Use, e-Rickshaw with Cart (G), e-Rickshaw(P), M-Cycle/Scooter, M-Cycle/Scooter-With Side Car, Moped, Motor Cycle/Scooter-SideCar(T), Motor Cycle/Scooter-Used For Hire, Motor Cycle/Scooter-With Trailer, Motorised Cycle (CC > 25cc), Three Wheeler (Goods), Three Wheeler (Passenger), Three Wheeler (Personal), Vehicle Fitted With Compressor, Vehicle Fitted With Generator, Vehicle Fitted With Rig 11 datasetsView →

CollectionPrisoners - Types and Demography from Prison Statistics India Reports, NCRBThis comprehensive collection of datasets, derived from the annual Prison Statistics India (PSI) reports by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), provides a detailed analysis of the socio-demographic and legal landscape of India’s correctional system. The data is systematically categorised to track the composition of the prison population, including convicts, undertrials, detenues held under preventive laws like the NSA and PSA, and other inmates across all major facility types such as Central, District, Sub, Women, Open, and Special Jails, as well as Borstal Schools. Each dataset offers granular year-wise and state-wise insights into the social profile of prisoners, documenting their caste (SC, ST, OBC, and others), religious affiliation (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, Sikh, and others), and educational background ranging from illiterate to post-graduate and technical degree holders. Furthermore, the collection monitors critical metrics such as the domicile status of inmates (local, out-of-state, or foreign nationals), age-group distributions, and the specific circumstances of women prisoners staying with children. By providing both raw numbers and percentage shares at the All-India level, these datasets serve as a vital resource for analysing institutional trends, prison overcrowding, and the representation of marginalised communities within the Indian penal system.56 datasetsView →