Explore universities and programs in India, with practical details on admissions, fees, student life and the trade-offs between cities and institutions.
Use this guide to understand India as a study destination, then compare the programs and universities that fit your goals, budget and preferred learning environment.
Why students choose this country
International applicants look at India for English-taught degrees across computing, engineering, management, design, sciences, law and health disciplines, and for a single national application route: the Ministry of Education's Study in India portal issues an SII ID and lets an applicant send one profile to several participating institutes. Government-funded study places also exist through Indian Council for Cultural Relations scholarship schemes, which are applied for through Indian diplomatic missions rather than directly to a university. What an individual applicant can access depends on citizenship, residency status, how the prior qualification is assessed for equivalence, and whether the programme is attached to a national entrance test.
India
A practical starting point for comparing universities, courses and student life.
Climate varies widely by region, from alpine Himalayan conditions in the north to tropical coastal and semi-arid zones further south, with a June-to-September monsoon across most of the country.
Language, weather, daily routines and local rules affect your study experience.
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A day in India
Compare the programmes and universities available in India based on your goals, budget and eligibility.
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Compare popular universities listed in India. Open a profile to check fees, accommodation and programmes.
These are estimated country-level costs. Check the university and programme pages for exact fees, intakes and living costs.
Tuition
Typical annual range
$1,000 – $17,550
Public universities
$3,456/yr average
Private universities
$3,676/yr average
Teaching medium
Common intakes
Use this converter to understand the country-level costs for India. Check the programme page for the final university fees.
Your city and university will affect your daily life, costs, food, safety and support.
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Life around India
An existing international community
A strong student network can make the first weeks easier, from finding practical help to building a routine.
Food and daily routines
Food, groceries and everyday convenience vary by city, so compare the location alongside the university.
Safety and support systems
International offices, emergency contacts and peer networks are central to settling in well.
A real student perspective
Current students can explain the practical details that are difficult to judge from a university brochure.
Budget guide available
A detailed breakdown of what to budget for across all years of study.
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