Studying in India
- pre_application Blocks your application
Study in India (SII) ID registration
A compulsory ID issued by the Study in India portal that tracks a foreign student through admission, visa and FRRO registration. The same ID is used for the visa application and the post-arrival registration.
- When
- before_application
www.studyinindia.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Study in India, Ministry of Education, Government of India
Compulsory ID to track foreign student journey in India
- credential_verification Blocks your application
AIU equivalence of a foreign qualification
A qualification from outside India may need an academic equivalence certificate from the Association of Indian Universities before an Indian university or public body accepts it for selection.
- When
- before_application
aiu.ac.in · 2026-08-17 · Evaluation Division, Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
The Evaluation Division of AIU is vested with the power of according academic equivalence to the degrees obtained from the accredited foreign Boards/universities.
- visaMandatory
Indian Student Visa (S-1) or e-Student Visa
Required for any foreign national studying a full-time regular academic course. Applied for after an offer, at an Indian mission or through the e-Visa portal. Family members must travel on an Entry Visa, never a Tourist Visa.
- When
- after_offer
www.studyinindia.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Ministry of Home Affairs / Bureau of Immigration, Government of India
Applicants should possess proof of admission to a full-time regular academic course in a reputed/recognized educational institution in India and evidence of financial support. ⚠ NO SINGLE FEE EXISTS: Study in India states the fee differs by country and instructs students to contact their own Indian
- financial_proofMandatory
Evidence of financial support
The visa requires proof of funds, but India publishes the FORM of evidence rather than a minimum sum — either a guardian support letter with a bank guarantee certificate, or six months of bank statements.
- When
- with_application
indianvisaonline.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Bureau of Immigration, Ministry of Home Affairs
A letter of support from the parent/guardian accompanied by a bank guarantee certificate, or Previous 06 months of bank statement — ⚠ India publishes NO minimum amount for this requirement, so none is recorded.
- healthMandatory
Health Ministry No Objection Certificate — medical and paramedical courses only
A student admitted to a medical or paramedical course needs a clearance beyond the university's offer. Without the NOC the visa is not granted even with a valid admission letter.
- When
- with_application
indianvisaonline.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India
No Objection Certificate from the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Govt of India (Incase the applicant is joining a medical or paramedical course)
- post_studyMandatory
NO post-study work visa exists
India offers no post-study work route. The student visa does not convert to a work permit on graduation. This materially changes the value of an Indian offer for anyone planning to work afterwards, and it is stated plainly by the government's own portal.
- When
- ongoing
www.studyinindia.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Study in India, Ministry of Education, Government of India
No, you will not get a work visa in India after graduation.
- registrationMandatory
FRRO registration within 14 days of arrival
Every student-visa holder must register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office within 14 days of first arrival. The deadline applies regardless of how short the course is.
- Takes
- 14d
- When
- after_arrival
www.studyinindia.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO), Bureau of Immigration
After landing in India, within 14 days register for E FRRO/FRRP with SII ID
- health
No medical insurance comes with the student visa
India attaches no health cover to the student visa and does not require a policy as a visa condition. Any cover comes from the institution, not the state.
- When
- after_arrival
www.studyinindia.gov.in · 2026-08-17 · Study in India, Ministry of Education, Government of India
You will not receive medical insurance with an Indian student visa. However, some institutes do provide medical insurance to their international students.