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Student Visa ('S' Visa)

Student visa is applicable to bonafide students to pursue on-campus, full time (structured) courses at educational institutions / university or technological institute, take part in an academic exchange program duly recognized by statutory regulatory body and have acquired statutory authorization to conduct the course(s) complying with GST regulations for regular studies at recognized institutions in India and to persons going for studying Yoga, Vedic Culture, Indian systems of dance / music / Buddhist studies, etc., professors or scholars intending to conduct research work in India and applicants intending to pursue internship in an Indian Company / Educational Institution / NGO, Foreign Missions / Posts and foreign government organizations in India.

Student visa is valid for the period of study up to a maximum period of five years.

Sub Categories of Student Visa:

S-1: For higher education (including in South Asian University and Nalanda University), provisional student visa, for short term courses and those coming under Student Exchange Programme
S-2: For school education
S-3: For studies in Yoga, Vedic culture and Indian systems of Music and Dance and Buddhist studies
S-4: For Theological studies and for Missionary students
S-5: For Research scholar, visiting Research faculty, research scholar on bilateral exchange programme, members of Botanical, Scientific, Anthropological, etc. expeditions
S-6: For those coming for internship in India (including those coming under French VIE programme)
S-1X/S-3X/S-5X: For dependents of those coming under S-1 and S-3 and S-5 visas.

Registration with FRRO / FRO having jurisdiction over the place where the foreigner intends to stay is required within 14 days from the date of arrival, if visa is issued for more than 6 months.

Student (S-6) visa is also granted to those intending to pursue internship in Indian companies / educational institutions / NGOs / foreign Missions or Posts in India / foreign Government organisations sponsoring the foreign national / Indian and foreign media organizations valid up to a period of one year.

S-6 Visa will be granted (a) at any time during the course of study, or (b) after completion of graduation / post graduation but the gap between completion of graduation / post graduation and the commencement of the internship should not be more than two years.

In case the internship is with a Company, the internee should draw a minimum remuneration of INR 3,60,000 per annum. There will be no minimum salary limit in the case of internship in educational institutions and NGOs. Earnings from internship with Indian Companies / Educational Institutions / NGOs will be subject to the Indian Income Tax regulations. Under no circumstances, the intern will be allowed to take up employment in India immediately after completion of the internship programme.

Student Visa is also granted for Research work up to a maximum period of three years.

Student Visa can also be issued to foreign professors, teachers and scholars who are invited as visiting faculty on an invitation from a Central educational institution or publicly funded State University.

Grant of Student Visa to the members of Botanical, Scientific, Anthropological etc., expedition would be subject to approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs. The applicants are advised to apply at least four months in advance, giving full information on the following points:

Name, nationality and bio-data of the persons forming the party
The areas which the party desires to visit in India
The purpose of the expedition
The proposed duration of stay in India
Details of the manner in which the expedition is proposed to be financed
If any foreign organization is sponsoring the expedition, full background material about the sponsor
The name of the Indian collaborator / institution, if any, connected with the organization of the expedition

Members of the expedition may be required to take with them a liaison officer deputed by the agency concerned of the Government of India. Approval of the designated agency of the Government of India will also be necessary to take out of India any specimens collected during the expedition as per conditions prescribed by the Ministry of Science & Technology and other agencies concerned.
Such expeditions will NOT be permitted to visit any protected, restricted or tribal area without the specific permission of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

Important points to be noted during visa application:

When applying for an Indian visa, applicants are requested to disclose details of all passports (current / old) held by them. Failure to do so may result in rejection of their applications.
Applicants are requested to ensure details entered on the Visa application form must be exactly as in the Passport or else the visa application will be rejected.
When applying for a visa, the passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months or more. The passport must have at least three blank pages and should not be mutilated / damaged / tampered in any manner.
Suppression of facts and information will not only result in delay or denial of visa applied for but may debar the applicant from applying under this system in future.
Visa processing fees are not refundable. Fee should be deposited only after ascertaining that all correct and relevant details are entered in the application form.
The acceptance of a visa application does not automatically guarantee grant of a visa. The visa application may be modified or refused by the Indian Embassy / Consulate at their discretion. Decision of the Embassy / Consulate on the matter shall be final.
The duration and number of entries granted to the applicant will be solely at the discretion of Embassy / Consulate. No claims and correspondences shall be entertained in this regard.
Visa is valid from the date of issue and not from the date of travel.
It is strongly advised that applicants do not make any travel arrangements before obtaining an Indian visa. The Embassy of India or its Consulates cannot, under any circumstance, be held responsible for visa not issued in time.
All Visa applicants including those applying for multiple entry Tourist and Business Visas are advised to give their biometrics at the time of submission of their applications.
In case of a Minor child, a consent letter signed by both parents / if one parent, a copy of custody letter from local court is needed.
Know your correct jurisdiction before applying, and ensure you apply at the correct Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC). For more details, refer to the "How to Apply" section or "Jurisdiction" section.
Applicants coming to the Alankit ICAC for application submission must have a prior appointment, and must visit Alankit ICAC at the designated date and time only, as per the appointment letter. Applicants coming in without an appointment will not be entertained.
Fees submission at Alankit ICAC can be made through cash.
Consular surcharge of EUR 3 shall be levied on all visa services (except Gratis cases) and must be paid along with visa fee and Alankit service fee, as specified in the "Fees Details" section.
Applicants must ensure that they have all the supporting documents, as mentioned in the "Documents Checklist" section. Incomplete applications will not be accepted at Alankit ICAC.

Advisory:

For travel to India a valid visa along with passport is mandatory. Only categories exempted under bilateral arrangements may not need a visa. For persons of Indian origin (all categories), OCI card is mandatory.
Foreigners can visit restricted / prohibited areas only after getting a valid permit as visa alone is not enough to visit such places.

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Follow the below steps in order to apply

Create an account (Register yourself) on Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. Click Here to register.
Fill the Govt of India's Online Visa Application Form. Click Here to access the Online Visa Application Portal.
Select the REGULAR/PAPER VISA APPLICATION option.
Click Here to view a sample online Indian Visa Application Form in German language. Klicken Sie hier, um ein Beispiel für ein Online-Visumantragsformular für Indien in deutscher Sprache anzuzeigen.
Ensure that you select the appropriate option for the dropdown "Indian Mission/Office" as per your correct jurisdiction. To know your jurisdiction, refer to the "Jurisdiction" section.
Print and sign your application.
Book your appointment online at Alankit Indian Consular Application Centre (ICAC) website. You can choose a convenient date and time to visit the Alankit ICAC for your application submission. Click Here to book your appointment online.
Ensure that you have your passport, photographs and all other supporting documents, exactly as per the "Documents Checklist" section.
Visit the Alankit ICAC, as per your jurisdiction. The address and location of the ICAC will be clearly mentioned in the appontment letter.
Kindly ensure you reach the ICAC 15 minutes prior to your appointment time.
Submit your application and deposit your fees at Alankit ICAC. You can check the fee for this application under the "Fee Details" section.
Enroll for Biometrics at Alankit ICAC (if required)
Your application submission process is now complete! You can avail our Courier service to get your passport delivered to your doorstep!
While your application is in process, you can track your application to know the current stage of your application process. Click Here to track your application online.

You can refer to the below Step-By-Step diagram to understand and follow the application process.

How to apply at a glance:

Required Documents:

Printed copy of the duly filled online application form at https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html (Applicant should sign the application on first page below the photo and on the last page at designated place).
Original Passport with more than six months validity as on date of expected date of journey and 2 blank pages along with a photocopy of the personal information page(s).
01 recent photograph (51mm x 51mm). Application forms with photo of wrong specifications would be rejected. Photo specifications can be seen Here.
Self-attested City Registration Certificate (Meldebescheinigung) of your current German address is mandatory for all types of document processing
Under Family details:The applicant must specify the previous nationality of both the parents. Applicant should not leave that blank.
Photograph should be mandatorily uploaded before submitting the online application form.
Additional Form (Download Form) & Documents for Passport holders other than German nationals including proof of valid German Residence Permit / Visa:
- Letter of admission from a recognised Indian educational institution with duration of the course.
- Invitation letter from the company/organization/agency based in India sponsoring the applicant for the internship programme.
- A letter from the concerned institute in Germany.
- Proof of registration of the company/organisation in India.
- A letter of financial support/ Bank statement from parent/guardian.
- No objection letter from Parents to study abroad for applicants below 18 years(Minor applicant), letter from the Boarding School confirming boarding facility or proof of parent having valid work visa.

Additional documents (as applicable) as given below;

For Higher Education;
- Letter of admission from a recognised Indian educational institution with duration of the course.
- A letter of financial support / bank statement from parent / guardian.
- No objection letter from parents along with the passport copies of parents and Birth Certificate of the applicant to study abroad for applicants below 18 years.
For School Education:
- Letter of admission from a recognized Indian educational institution with duration of the course.
- A letter of financial support / bank statement from parent / guardian.
- No objection letter from parents along with the passport copies of parents and Birth Certificate of the applicant to study abroad for applicants below 18 years.
- If the child is minor and the education if for one year or more, the application must be supported by a contract for boarding facility with authentic school in India or the proof of legal custodian/guardian in India.
For studies in Yoga, Vedic culture and Indian systems of Music and Dance and Buddhist studies;
- Invitation letter from a recognized Indian Institution.
- Registration Certificate of the concerned Indian Institution.
- Proof of sufficient funds for expenses during stay in India – last 03 months bank statement.
For Theological studies and for Missionary students;
- Letter of admission from a recognised Indian educational institution with duration of the course.
- A letter of financial support / bank statement from parent / guardian.
- No objection letter from parents along with the passport copies of parents and Birth Certificate of the applicant to study abroad for applicants below 18 years.
- If the child is minor and the education if for one year or more, the application must be supported by a contract for boarding facility with authentic school in India or the proof of legal custodian/guardian in India.
For Research Work;
- Original Invitation Letter from the Indian institution.
- Duly filled APPENDIX XVll(A) https://indianembassyberlin.gov.in/pdf/Scan1form_june21_2024.pdf with the stamp and seal of the inviting institute in India.
- In cases which involve research on subjects related to the foreigner’s own country, the research scholar will be required to furnish a brief synopsis of the research proposal in about 150 words and giving full justification (including the benefit he / she would get) for doing the research in India.
For those coming for internship in India (including those coming under French VIE programme);
- A copy of the Internship Contract including the remuneration.
- Invitation letter from the Indian Institution/organization.

Note: Grant of Intern visa for those intending to pursue internship in NGOs is takes time. Applicant is advised to apply for the visa well in advance atleast 02 bofore 02 months of desired visit.

Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Sub Categories of Student Visa:

S-1: For higher education (including in South Asian University and Nalanda University), provisional student visa, for short term courses and those coming under Student Exchange Programme.
S-2: For school education.
S-3: For studies in Yoga, Vedic culture and Indian systems of Music and Dance and Buddhist studies.
S-4: For Theological studies and for Missionary students.
S-5: For Research scholar, visiting Research faculty, research scholar on bilateral exchange programme, members of Botanical, Scientific, Anthropological etc expeditions.
S-6: For those coming for internship in India (including those coming under French VIE programme).

S-1X/S-3X/S-5X: For dependents of those coming under S-1 and S-3 and S-5 visas.

In case the internship is with a Company, the internee should draw a minimum remuneration of INR 3,60,000 per annum. There will be no minimum salary limit in the case of internship in educational institutions and NGOs. Earnings from internship with Indian Companies/Educational Institutions/NGOs will be subject to the Indian Income Tax regulations.

Documents required

Valid Passport for at least 6 months duration and two blank pages and a copy of the first page of the passport.
One photograph. For photo requirements, visit https://indianvisaonline.gov.in/visa/index.html.
Printout of the online application form duly signed.
To note: Grant of Intern visa for those intending to pursue internship in NGOs will be subject to prior clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs. Please apply for the visa well in advance, as the process can take time.
Student Visa is also granted for Research work up to a maximum period of three years.
The Visa can also be issued to foreign professors, teachers and scholars who are invited as visiting faculty on an invitation from a Central educational institution or publicly funded State University.

Grant of S Visa to the members of Botanical, Scientific, Anthropological etc., expedition would be subject to approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs. The applicants are advised to apply at least four months in advance, giving full information on the following points :

Name, nationality and bio-data of the persons forming the party ;
the areas which the party desires to visit in India ;
the purpose of the expedition ;
the proposed duration of stay in India ;
details of the manner in which the expedition is proposed to be financed ;
if any foreign organization is sponsoring the expedition, full background material about the sponsor; and (g) the name of the Indian collaborator/institution, if any, connected with the organization of the expedition.

Additional documents required for Research related work
Submission of subject of research project, details of places to be visited, previous visits, whether the scholar has secured admission to a recognized or reputed institution and evidence of financial resources along with the application.
Letter of admission from the Indian institutions.

Additional Form (Please provide hyperlink) to be filled up and with the stamp and seal of the inviting institute in India
In cases which involve research on subjects related to the foreigner’s own country, the research scholar will be required to furnish a brief synopsis of the research proposal in about 150 words and giving full justification (including the benefit he/she would get) for doing the research in India.
Invitation letter for foreigners who are invited as visiting faculty.

Proof of payment of the applicable fee (if made through bank transfer).
Print and enclose duly filled checklist.Click here to download.
Print and enclose the Applicant Consent Form. Click Here to download the Application Consent Form.

Important Advisory/Points

Journalist travelling to India for any purpose may apply for Journalist Visa only.
Tourist Visa applicants travelling by Ship, need mandatorily biometrics.
All foreigners intending to visit India are advised to check the health regulations at https://www.mohfw.gov.in/ before travelling to India.
For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or visit at https://www.cbic.gov.in/entities/internationalTravellers.
Stateless persons holding travel documents may also apply for visa however they are advised to apply atleast 02 months prior of desired visit as the visa takes time.
Diplomatic/Official passport holder are advised to contact directly to the concerned Indian Embassy/Consulate for diplomatic/official visa.
All foreigner intending to visit India are advised to carry Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate if coming from Yellow Fever endemic countries or with history of travel to Yellow Fever endemic countries in the last 6 days. Any Person (excluding infants below the age of six months) arriving by air or sea or land without a certificate of vaccination is to be detained in isolation for a period of 6 days.
All foreigners intending to visit in Restricted/Protected areas are advised to apply for the permission at https://indianfrro.gov.in/eservices as only the visa and passport are not sufficient to travel in these areas. The details of restricted and protected areas can be seen at https://xn--i1b5bzbybhfo5c8b4bxh.xn--11b7cb3a6a.xn--h2brj9c/en/divisionofmha/foreigners-division/protected-area-permit-pap-restricted-area-permit-rap. The normal time processing for RAP/PAP permit is 06-08 weeks.

Note: If any additional documents is required based on the application, the applicant have to provide the same.

Note: Please bring all the required original documents for verification.

Fees Details

Visa Fee (applicable to German nationals and citizens of other countries, excluding nationals from countries classified as Special Category)

For Nationals of Countries	Duration of Visa	Visa Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Fingerprint Biometric Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Total Fee
Student Visa	Valid for the duration of the course or 5 years, whichever is less/Multiple Entry	EUR 73.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 80.55

Special Category Visa Fees (as per below details)

For Nationals of Countries	Duration of Visa	Visa Fee	ICWF Fee	Alankit Service Fee	Fingerprint Biometric Fee	Facial Biometric Fee	Total Fee
Japan	Irrespective of the duration	EUR 8.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 15.55
Mozambique	Single Entry	EUR 73.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 80.55
	Single Entry - Urgent	EUR 137.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 144.55
	Multiple Entry	EUR 201.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 208.55
	Multiple Entry - Urgent	EUR 274.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 281.55
Nigeria	All type of visas irrespective of duration	EUR 534.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 541.55
Pakistan	All types of Visas (Rs. 100)	EUR 2.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 9.55
Russia	1 Year	EUR 37.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 44.55
	Double Entry	EUR 83.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 90.55
	Multiple Entry	EUR 110.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 117.55
Sri Lanka	1 year	EUR 40.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 47.55
	More than one year	EUR 74.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 81.55
	(For institutions not covered by bilateral Agreement)	EUR 74.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 81.55
UK	Up to 5 years (Multiple Entry)	EUR 209.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 216.55
Ukraine	Less thatn 5 years (Multiple Entry)	EUR 78.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 85.55
USA	Valid for the duration of the course or 5 years, whichever is less/Multiple Entry	EUR 92.00	EUR 3.00	EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 99.55
Gratis Student visa	Afghanistan, Bangladesh, DPR Korea, Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, South Africa and Seychelles.			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55
Visa Free Countries	Nepal and Bhutan (Nationals of Nepal and Bhutan do not require Visa to enter India. However, Nepalese Nationals require Visa if they enter India from China which is granted on Gratis Basis).			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55
Visa-on-Arrival countries	Japan, South Korea and UAE (Only for such UAE nationals who had earlier obtained e-Visa or Regular/paper visa for India)			EUR 4.53	EUR 0.01	EUR 0.01	EUR 4.55

To ensure safe and timely return of documents, courier service is the standard mode of delivery for all applications submitted to Alankit ICAC’s.

Courier Charges

€26 – Within Province (with Insurance & Tracking)
€33 – Outside Province (with Insurance & Tracking)

All applications, especially postal applications are processed with return courier service to avoid delays and ensure secure delivery.

Bank Transfer Charges

An additional €0.50 applies for payments made via bank transfer, to cover transaction fees.

Disclaimer: The Indian Embassy and Consulates in Germany reserve the right to update fees in accordance with directives from the Indian Government, without prior notice. While efforts are made to publish the latest and correct fees, discrepancies may occur. In such cases, applicants may be required to pay the difference, even after submitting their applications.

FAQ's for Student Visa

Can foreign students study in India?
- Yes, they can.
Can foreign students come on Tourist Visa to explore admission in some courses/institutes and get Student Visa while in India?
- No. In order to enable the foreign students to explore various options to study in India, he/she can apply for provisional Student Visa of 6 months duration and once he / she gets the confirmed admission while in India, he / she can apply for a Student Visa to the local FRRO / FRO along with necessary documentary evidences of
  confirmed admission, financial standing etc.
What is the duration of Student Visa?
- Student Visa can be of 5 years or for the duration of the course whichever is earlier.
What are the formalities that foreign students should do on arrival?
- Foreign students holding Student Visa of more than 180 days are required to register himself / herself with the local FRRO / FRO within 14 days of arrival.
Is there any restriction on the number of courses that a foreign student can pursue?
- No. However, the overall band of the Student Visa regime cannot exceed more than 5 years.
Can a foreign student change the course or institute or both while in India?
- Yes, but with the permission of the local FRRO / FRO and the Institute(s) concerned and subject to no adverse activity.
How to apply for a student visa?

Student visas are issued for the duration of the course for those foreign national students who want to pursue regular academic courses in India in any recognized institution. Duly signed applications are to be submitted along with a Letter of admission from a recognized Indian educational institution with duration of the course, Letter of recommendation for issuance of Student Visa to the foreign national students, Proof of Payment of school / college Fees, and one recent passport size photograph. Visa officer may ask for additional documents, if required, depending on the specific circumstances of the applicant.

What is the procedure to apply for Intern Visa for a student to do internship in a company in India? What are the documents required??

The applicant needs to apply online for a Regular visa (relevant category - Student Visa, Intern Visa (S-6) - for foreigners intending to pursue Internship in Indian Companies) at the Indian Government's Visa Portal and thereafter, a printout of the application form and the fees, may be submitted in person at Alankit ICAC (as per your correct jurisdiction) with prior appointment, alongwith requisite documents. The period of the Visa is to be restricted to the duration of the internship programme or one year, whichever is less. Moreover, The Intern Visa will be granted during or immediately after completion of Graduation / Post Graduation but the gap between the completion of Graduation / Post Graduation and the commencement of the internship should not be more than one year. Application Form filling service is available at Alankit ICAC as an optional service, with applicable fees, at approved rates and applicants may approach the ICAC (with prior appointment) if they are facing any issues.
Primary Documents required for Intern Visa (S-6):
1. Original passport and copy
2. NRIC original and copy
3. A recommendation letter from the organization and / or educational institution / school attending / last attended in Singapore mentioning about the applicant's course and year of studies.
4. Invitation letter from the company / organization in India specifying the terms and conditions of the internship including salary, period & place (city) of internship and an undertaking mentioning that the intern will leave India immediately after internship and will not take up any employment during or after the internship.

Persons intending to travel India are advised the following for smooth journey:

kindly visit this website and select the “Guide for Travellers” PDF.

Please check the health regulations by clicking here before travelling to India.
For immigration related queries like travelling with pet animals, traveling with medicine etc., please check with the airlines or refer to
https://www.cbic.gov.in/entities/internationalTravellers (Guidelines for online work from India for International travelers)

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