Global Indian Students Portal

South Block

Welcome Message from Ministry of External Affairs:

A large number of Indian students are pursuing undergraduate, post graduate, doctorate and post-doctorate studies in various courses such as Medical, Engineering, IT, Management, Humanities, Arts etc. across the world. These students face a number of issues like Fake/ Sub-Standard Universities...

As per data available with this Ministry approximately 1.33 million Indian students are currently pursuing higher education in different countries around the world. Some of the prominent destination countries with large concentration of Indian students are Canada, USA, United Kingdom, Australia, Germany, UAE, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Philippines, France etc.

Global Indian Students website aims to provide multifaceted information with the objective to assist Indian students aspiring to go abroad to pursue higher studies. The website would also be useful for students who are already studying abroad and for the alumni students of foreign universities.

The website will help the students to find authentic and validated information on - education institutions in different countries, scholarships, equivalence/recognition of degree from Foreign Universities, advisories for students, bank loans, contact details of student welfare officers in Indian Embassies/ High Commissions of the destination country etc.

For Indian students planning to study abroad, it's crucial to prioritize safety, health, and preparedness. They may ensure that they have all necessary travel documents, including visas and health insurance have been received. Students are also advised to familiarise themselves with local customs, laws, and emergency procedures. Upon arrival, students should register with the Indian Embassy/Consulate and stay regularly connected with them. Students should undertake extensive research pre departure for accommodation from multiple of options against their available budget. They should also be vigilant and be aware of their surroundings, and seek support from their educational institutions or local authorities, if needed. They should be prepared to embrace cultural differences with respect and open-mindedness.