Study in Canada from India 2026

Canada is the most popular study-abroad destination for Indian students for one straightforward reason — the route from student to permanent resident is the cleanest in the developed world. A 3-year Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), strong demand for skilled workers, and a clear Express Entry pathway make it the top choice for students whose long-term plan is to settle abroad. Intellect Globe places students into Canadian colleges and universities every intake, and our SDS visa success rate currently sits at 95%.

Cost of studying in Canada from India (2026)

Total cost of studying in Canada from India for 2026 ranges from ₹18 lakhs to ₹35 lakhs per year depending on province, program, and city. Here's the realistic breakdown:

Note: Note: GIC (Guaranteed Investment Certificate) of CAD 20,635 is mandatory for SDS, plus first-year tuition paid upfront. We help every student select a SDS-eligible bank (CIBC, ICICI Canada, RBC, Scotiabank, etc.) and complete the GIC paperwork.

Step-by-step student visa process for Canada

1. Get an offer letter (LoA) from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)
   Apply to colleges or universities on the IRCC's DLI list. We handle this end-to-end across 50+ Canadian institutions.
2. Pay first-year tuition + GIC of CAD 20,635
   GIC must be from a SDS-approved bank. We help you open the account remotely from Gurgaon.
3. Take English proficiency test
   IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (no band below 5.5) for SDS, or PTE Academic equivalent. Our in-house IELTS prep gets most students to 6.5+ in 4–6 weeks.
4. Get medical exam done
   Through an IRCC-approved panel physician (we have a list for Delhi NCR).
5. Submit visa application via SDS
   SDS (Student Direct Stream) processes most applications in 20 working days. We file electronically with documentation that anticipates every officer concern.
6. Biometrics at VFS
   Book at VFS Global Gurgaon (or Delhi). Usually completed within a week of application.
7. Receive Letter of Introduction (LOI) → fly + activate at port of entry
   Pre-departure briefing covers banking, accommodation, SIN application, and first-week settling.

Scholarships for Indian students in Canada

• Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships — PhD students; CAD 50,000/year for 3 years
• Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master's (CGS-M) — CAD 17,500 for one year
• Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS) — CAD 15,000 for international Master's & PhD students
• University-specific entrance scholarships — CAD 5,000 – 50,000 — almost every Canadian university offers these
• Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship (Toronto) — Full tuition, residence + book costs for outstanding undergraduates

Our scholarship desk applies to ~5–8 high-probability awards per student. Learn more about our scholarship assistance →

Post-study work and PR pathway in Canada

After graduation, you get a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to 3 years. Working in Canada for at least 12 months on PGWP makes you eligible for Express Entry under the Canadian Experience Class. Most provinces also have PNP streams (Ontario OINP Masters Stream, BC PNP International Graduate, etc.) that fast-track international graduates to PR. Realistic timeline: study (1–2 yrs) → work on PGWP (1–2 yrs) → PR application → PR card, totaling 3–5 years from arrival in Canada.