Changes in the educational system are inevitable as a result of the proliferation of ICT in every facet of modern life. While the Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming more significant for the advantages it provides to smart cities and the educational system as a whole, it is also becoming increasingly vital in its own right. The COVID-19 pandemic, which began in March 2020, has accelerated the speed of educational transformation, and mandated the use of ICT in higher education. Despite this, the IoT is only getting started in classrooms, and the consequences of its widespread use are little known. This research aims to determine the viability of IoT in higher education, with the goal of maximizing its advantages while mitigating its hazards. Even more work must be done before the true capacity of IoT systems and capabilities can be realized. This article includes research on the effects of the IoT on higher education institutions. The Internet of Things has the potential to significantly improve education at all levels and in all fields. It might be very useful for schools of higher learning if administrators, faculty, and students all work together to make it a reality. Universities should take the lead in developing IoT. When it comes to the discovery and creation of Iot network, gadgets, programs, and solutions, the academic community, academics, and undergraduates are in a position like no other. Several academic institutions and businesses have made forecasts about the future of IoT in higher education over the next several years, and this article presents such predictions. However, the IoT also poses significant difficulties for universities. As a result, this research also provides a unique viewpoint on the difficulties posed by the Internet of Things (IoT) in academic settings.