Studying in India as an International Student

The practical side for foreign students in India — the Indian student visa, fees, ICCR and Study in India scholarships, and FRRO registration — neutral, official-source facts.

Last updated June 2026

Guides for India

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Admissions

India·7 min read

Student Visa for Studying in India

How foreign nationals get a Student Visa to study in India — applied at an Indian mission after admission, with FRRO/FRO registration after arrival.

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India·6 min read

Fees for International Students in India

How fees work for international and NRI students in India — generally higher than domestic fees, and set by each institute. Verify every amount officially.

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India·6 min read

The Study in India Programme Explained

What the Government of India's Study in India (SII) initiative is — a single official portal for foreign students to find and apply to participating institutions.

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India·6 min read

Living in India as an International Student

Practicalities for foreign students in India — mandatory FRRO/FRO registration, keeping your visa and documents valid, and on-campus international offices.

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Study abroad

India·8 min read

How to Study in India from Nepal: Open Border, No Student Visa & Admission Routes

How Nepali students study in India — the India-Nepal open-border arrangement under which a student visa is generally not needed, ID/registration expectations, entrance-exam and foreign-candidate routes, and ICCR scholarships that include Nepal. General information, not immigration advice.

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India·8 min read

How to Study in India from Bhutan: Entry Permit, Nehru-Wangchuck Scholarship & Admission

How Bhutanese students study in India — the distinct Bhutan-India entry arrangement, the Bhutan-specific Nehru-Wangchuck Scholarship and Government of India slots, the Royal Government of Bhutan / Embassy of India channels, and admission routes. General information, not immigration advice.

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Scholarships

India·7 min read

Scholarships for International Students in India

Official scholarship routes for foreign students in India — ICCR schemes and the Study in India programme. Secular eligibility only; verify amounts officially.

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