A total of 342 AICTE-approved technical institutions have closed across 17 states during the last three academic years, according to data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Monday, August 3. AICTE is the statutory body responsible for approving technical institutions offering diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. In 2024-25, Madhya Pradesh reported the highest number of closures at 22, followed by Tamil Nadu (15) and Uttar Pradesh (13). Responding to concerns about declining enrolment, the government said AICTE-approved technical institutions have instead witnessed consistent growth in admissions over the past three years. The Ministry also outlined a series of policy measures aimed at improving the quality, viability and sustainability of technical institutions.