India

Top reasons to study in India:

• Top Ranking Universities
• Cost of living
• Student-friendly cities
• Scholarships
• Popular educational programs
• Diversity in culture
• Campus life
• Work Opportunities

India's education system plays a leading role in the fields of business management, finance, healthcare, and information technology. Students educated at Indian universities are leaving their mark on a global scale with their astute leadership skills. High-quality instruction with increased affordability offers international students a high return on their investment in education.

India is breaching into the top global rankings – 24th on the QS Higher Education System Strength Rankings, thanks to the top universities in India including IIT’s, IISC’s and AIIMS, among others. The country boasts one of the largest education systems consisting of many top-ranking universities, which is one of the top reasons to study in India.

In addition to a strong curriculum, India’s educational institutions comprise a robust infrastructure that enables students to gain practical experience in their chosen career fields. Opportunities in India for research, internships, and careers with multinational companies make a conducive environment for professional development during and after studies.

Universities in India have hosted international students for more than 50 years and are equipped to provide high-quality resources and a safe, supportive environment. Most large institutions have an established International Student Office and are fully capable of supporting international students from varied ethnic, cultural, and educational backgrounds. Studying in an Indian institution enables students to face the challenges of a global market while enjoying life in a vibrant environment full of rich customs and traditions.

All ELS-pathway universities are highly recognized, English-medium institutions where the curricular materials, classroom instruction, and business communication are in English.

For Undergraduate Students

Also known as the Bachelor’s degree, undergraduate courses take 3-5 years to complete. In the case of streams such as science, commerce, and arts, a student will be conferred with a Bachelor’s degree after three years of education. On the other hand, for professional streams such as pharmacy, engineering, or architecture, the Bachelor’s degree is conferred to the student after four or five years of education respectively. Please take note that the minimum requirement for students to take up an undergraduate course is 10+2 years of schooling.

For Post Graduate Students

Also known as the Master’s degree, students can opt for a postgraduate course in India only after completing a Bachelor’s degree. In a postgraduate course, the students get exposed to an in-depth study of the subject of their choice. The duration of postgraduate courses offered by Indian universities and colleges generally ranges between 1-2 years.

For Doctoral Studies

Students who want to step into the world of research and wish to explore a subject/course in-depth can opt for Doctoral Studies. Doctorate (Ph.D. courses) degrees involve deep research or thesis work that can be completed over a span of 3-6 years. Please note the minimum requirement for opting for a Ph.D. course is a post-graduate degree.