🇮🇳 Study in India
Strong in technology, engineering, science. Safety safe (20/100).
India is one of the more affordable places to study abroad — living costs run about €300–€800 a month. Its academic strengths sit in technology, engineering, science. There is no post-study work visa at present, so plan your next step before you graduate. Acceptance sits near 55%, and student visas process in around 30 days. Scholarship routes exist for eligible students.
Affordable destination
Key facts · India
Monthly cost
€300–800
Acceptance rate
55%
Visa processing
~30d
Work visa
None
QS rank (best)
#123
Scholarships
Yes
Degree tuition
~€3,800/yr
Degree tuition: ~€3,800/yr (median) — range €1,200–€4,300/yr across 15 degree programmes in the Meridian dataset. International-student fees and specific programmes can differ; confirm on the university's official page.
Official languages: hi, en · sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/EUR), U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory + UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), IN Immigration Authority. · How we calculate this
Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.
Cost of living · India
Rent
€200
Food
€120
Transport
€30
Other
€80
Monthly total
€430
Indicative monthly cost of living for a moderate lifestyle, ranging about €205–€750/mo from economic to comfortable — modeled estimates from the Meridian dataset; confirm current local prices before you budget.
Programs in India
University degrees (143)
- Acharya Nagarjuna UniversityAcharya Nagarjuna University is a state university in Namburu, Guntur district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
- AIIMS RishikeshAIIMS Rishikesh is a university in India offering degree-oriented academic study and institutional research across multiple disciplines. Its official university pages present faculties, institutes, student services, and campus-based academic life.
- Alagappa UniversityAlagappa University is a public university located in Karaikudi, Tamil Nadu, India. Originated from Alagappa Arts College, founded by Alagappa Chettiar in 1947, it was established in 1985 by an Act of the Government of Tamil Nadu.
- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), AligarhAligarh Muslim University is a collegiate, central, and research university located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India, which was originally established by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan as the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875. Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College became Aligarh Muslim University in 1920, following the Aligarh Muslim University Act.
- Amity UniversityAmity University, Noida is a private university located in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was established in 2005 by an Act of the State Legislature of Uttar Pradesh.
- Amity University, GurugramAmity University, Gurugram is a private university located in the Pachgaon cluster of villages, near Manesar, Gurugram district, Haryana, India. The university was established in 2010 by the Amity Education Group through The Haryana Private Universities (Amendment) Act, 2010.
Summer schools (16)
- American Embassy School (AES) — AES Summer ProgramOfficial page describes a multi-disciplinary day-camp organized around three thematic areas (Mind/Body/Soul: academics, sports, arts) for a genuine seasonal camp. Page states children ages 5-18 can attend; AES is an international community school with families from over 70 countries.
- Canadian International School Bangalore Summer CampCanadian International School Bangalore Summer Camp is a short-term summer camp in Bangalore, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- Good Shepherd International School (GSIS) — GSIS Residential Summer Camp 2026 (Track 1)Official page describes a residential program combining academic enrichment, entrepreneurship, financial literacy, arts, sports, and adventure activities. Page states the camp is open to ages 12-18 (grade 7-12), Track 1 specifically for ages 12-14. GSIS itself hosts students from 30 nationalities.
- Kalakrruti Summer Camp for Kids MumbaiKalakrruti Summer Camp for Kids Mumbai is a short-term summer camp in Mumbai, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- Residential Summer Camp India Kriya Yoga SamsthanResidential Summer Camp India Kriya Yoga Samsthan is a short-term summer camp in Bangalore, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
- Untrip Summer Camps MeghalayaUntrip Summer Camps Meghalaya is a short-term summer camp in Meghalaya, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring seasonal study options.
Boarding schools (3)
- Corvuss American Academy Boarding SchoolCorvuss American Academy Boarding School is a boarding school option in Karjat, India, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
- Mayo College AjmerMayo College Ajmer is a boarding school option in Ajmer, India, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
- The Scindia School GwaliorThe Scindia School Gwalior is a boarding school option in Gwalior, India, with an official school page available for families exploring residential study environments.
Language schools (12)
- Alliance Francaise de Delhi AdultsAlliance Francaise de Delhi Adults is a language programme provider in Delhi, India, with an official programme page available for learners exploring language study options.
- Alliance Francaise de Delhi Kids and TeensAlliance Francaise de Delhi Kids and Teens is a language programme provider in Delhi, India, with an official programme page available for learners exploring language study options.
- American Embassy School (AES) — Academic Language Institute (ALI) — ALI PrimaryOfficial page describes ALI as academic English instruction across literacy, math, science and social studies for English language learners. ALI Primary is explicitly stated for ages 6-11.
- British School of Language New DelhiBritish School of Language New Delhi is a language school in New Delhi, India, with an official programme page available for international learners exploring language study options.
- Goethe-Institut / Max Mueller Bhavan, New Delhi — German Courses (Superintensive/Intensive/Extensive, adult track)Official page states courses span CEFR levels A1-B2 for day-to-day/leisure/professional/student use, distinct from the institute's separate Young Learners course line. This is the adult/general-public track, as opposed to the institute's separately named Young Learners' Courses for ages 13-17.
- Instituto Cervantes, New Delhi — Spanish Courses for ChildrenOfficial page states curriculum uses materials developed specifically for children, communicative orientation. Page specifies children's course for ages 8 to 11.
Exchange programs (5)
- AFS Exchange — IndiaAFS Intercultural Programs high school exchange in India. Students live with a host family and attend a local school for an academic year or semester.
- Dayananda Sagar University Incoming ExchangeOfficial DSU International Affairs page for incoming exchange students from partner universities, including application materials, review, acceptance, visa, and orientation steps.
- Ashoka University Visiting Student ProgrammeAshoka University Visiting Student Programme is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Sonipat, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
- IIT Madras Exchange Visiting StudentsIIT Madras Exchange Visiting Students is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Chennai, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
- Rotary Youth Exchange India District 3206Rotary Youth Exchange India District 3206 is an exchange-oriented study option linked to Chennai, India, with an official programme page available for students exploring temporary academic mobility opportunities.
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Scholarships for India
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