Archive · 3 Jan 2026
Top 10 Indian states for education: Kerala leads
India has more people who can read and write than ever before.
About 80.9% of Indians aged seven and older can read and write.
Some states, like Mizoram, have very high literacy rates, over 98%.
Other states are still working to make sure all children go to school regularly.
Different states have different levels of education because of teachers, community support, and local rules.
Kerala is the top state for education in India.
India's literacy rate is 80.9% for those aged seven and older.
Kerala is the top state for education in India.
Mizoram has the highest literacy rate, over 98%.
Some states struggle to ensure regular school attendance for all children.
Variations in education levels are influenced by teachers, community support, and local policies.
- Who
- Indian states
- What
- Education rankings
- When
- Periodic Labour Force Survey 2023-2024
- Where
- India
- Why
- Variations in literacy rates and school enrollment
- Literacy Rate
- 80.9% of Indians aged seven and older
- Top State
- Kerala
- Highest Literacy Rate
- Mizoram (over 98%)