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India e-Student visafor courses in India.

The India e-Student visa is for studying a full course at a recognised college or university in India. We check your admission letter and funds before we submit.

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  • 1 yearFrom the date it’s granted
  • Multiple entriesTravel home in the holidays
  • Admission letterFrom a recognised institution
  • Proof of fundsBank statements or a guarantee

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What the e-Student visa covers

Degree and diploma courses

Full-time study at a recognised institution.

Medical and paramedical courses

With a no-objection certificate from India’s health ministry.

Formal structured courses

Courses that lead to a qualification.

Not covered

  • Short informal courses, which use the e-Tourist visa
  • Paid work
  • Research visas
  • Staying beyond your visa

Documents you’ll need

DocumentDetailsNeeded
Passport photo pageA clear scan or photo of the page with your photo and details. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months and have at least 2 blank pages.Required
PhotoRecent, in colour, front-facing with eyes open and no glasses. Plain white or light background, no shadows or borders. We crop and resize it for you.Required
Admission letterFrom a recognised Indian educational institution, showing the course and how long it lasts.Required
Proof of fundsA letter of support from your parent or guardian with a bank guarantee certificate, or your last 6 months of bank statements.Required
No-objection certificateFrom India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, for medical or paramedical courses.If applicable
UK residence statusIf you’re not a British citizen: your UK eVisa share code page, BRP or settlement document.If applicable

Upload them from your phone. We check every document and resize it to the official limits before we submit.

  1. 1

    Apply online

    Answer a few simple questions and upload your photo and passport page.

  2. 2

    We check and submit

    An adviser reviews every answer, fixes photo or document problems and submits it.

  3. 3

    Receive your ETA

    Your Electronic Travel Authorisation is emailed to you once approved.

  4. 4

    Fly to India

    Print your ETA and show it at immigration, where your e-Visa is stamped in your passport.

Rules to know before you travel

How long you can stay

The visa is valid for one year from the date it’s granted, with multiple entries. Longer courses may need registration or a regular student visa; we’ll check this with you.

It can’t be extended or changed

An e-Visa can’t be extended or switched to another type of visa once you’re in India, so choose the right one before you travel.

Arrive at an approved airport or seaport

You must enter India through one of the airports or seaports approved for e-Visas. All the main international airports are included, such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Goa and Kochi. You can leave from any immigration checkpoint.

Who can’t use an e-Visa

People of Pakistani origin, anyone with a military, police or security background (serving or retired), and holders of diplomatic or official passports must apply for a regular visa instead.

Fill in the e-Arrival card

Before you fly, complete India’s free e-Arrival card online within 72 hours of arrival. It’s arrival information, not a visa. How the e-Arrival card works

No protected areas

An e-Visa isn’t valid for protected, restricted or cantonment areas. Visiting places such as parts of the North East, Sikkim or the Andaman Islands may need a separate permit.

Can’t use an e-Visa?

Pakistani origin, a military or police background, work, journalism or a longer stay all need a regular visa. We help with those too.

Regular Indian visas

Fees

Two fees, shown separately, so you always know where your money goes.

VisaProcessing timeEntriesGovernment feeOur feeTotal you pay
e-Student visa, 1 yearAsk usMultiple entries–Call for price–

The government fee is set by India and depends on your nationality. It isn’t refundable, even if the visa is refused. Our fee is per person and includes checking your documents, fixing your photo and scans, and submitting your application.

No “express” fees. The Indian government doesn’t sell faster e-Visas, so we don’t either. Our job is getting your application right first time.

India e-Student visa requirements

You need an admission letter from a recognised Indian institution showing your course and its length, and proof you can pay your fees and living costs. For medical and paramedical courses, you also need a no-objection certificate from India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

Bringing family

Your dependants can apply for the e-Family visa, linked to your e-Student visa.

Each family member needs their own application, linked to your India e-Student visa.

How long is an India e-Student visa?

It’s valid for one year from the date it’s granted, with multiple entries, so you can come home in the holidays. If your course is longer, we’ll tell you how to stay on legally.

Related pages

e-Family visae-Tourist visa

Questions people ask

Can I study a short course on a tourist visa?

Yes, informal courses of up to 6 months that don’t give a qualifying certificate can be done on an e-Tourist visa. Formal courses need an e-Student visa.

Can I work while studying in India?

No. The e-Student visa doesn’t allow paid work.

How early should I apply?

At least 4 days before you arrive in India, and no more than 120 days before. We recommend applying 2 to 3 weeks ahead in case anything needs correcting.

Is the e-Visa fee refundable if I’m refused?

No. The Government of India’s e-Visa fee pays for processing your application, so it isn’t refunded if the visa is refused or you cancel your trip. That’s why we check everything before you pay it.

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