Any international student aspiring to study in India for higher education needs India Student Visa. Indian Student Visa will be issued to international students who are granted to study in a recognized educational institute. The cost of student visa will vary from nationality to nationality.
India Student Visa is usually offered to students who get unconditional offers from universities in India. The Visa is usually issued for a maximum of 5 years and can be issued by either the Indian embassy or the High Commission of your home country.
Eligibility Criteria:
Indian Student Visa is issued under the following criteria:
- Available for international students who will be pursuing academic education in India.
- Available for international students who are willing or pursuing industrial training, internship, or summer training in India.
- Student Visa is also available for international students on a provisional basis which is valid for six months for students who are exploring options in India or taking admission tests.
- International students/applicants should have proof of admission.
- “No Objection Certificates” from the Ministry of Health if you international students need to take admission in para-medical or medical courses.
Visa Applicant Process Steps:
- Choose a course of your choice in some recognized Indian university.
- Enroll in an Indian university and get the offer of acceptance from them.
- Fill in all the details in the online visa application form along with your digital photograph.
- Make online payment of the Visa application to Indian authorities. Submit the application.
- Book an appointment with IVAC or mission and show them the printed copy of your application.
You will receive the decision within 2 weeks & if your Visa is approved then you can collect it from IVAC.
Mandatory Documents for Visa Application:
- 2 Passport size photographs.
- Passport with the expiration of more than 180 days and at least 2 blank pages. Also, a photocopy of your passport is mandatory.
- Copy of your online Visa application.
- Proof of acceptance from University and where you will be living.
- Proof of your financial resources.
Study Mate India will help you throughout the process and will ensure your smooth transition from your Home Country to India. Because the only promise of Study Mate India is to provide hassle-free study opportunities for international students in India.