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A fresh perspective. A considered plan.
Study in Canada.
Find your path.
Build your future.
Explore Canadian universities and colleges with a plan built around your course, your budget and your next step. Guidance for Indian students, from the first shortlist to application preparation.
Bachelor’s · Master’s · Diplomas & graduate certificates
EXPLORE CANADAYour goals. A broader horizon.Start with a course that fits.
Study optionsUniversity & college pathways
Common start periodsSeptember & January
Course languagesEnglish or French
Your first stepA personal study plan
Why study in Canada?
A course with purpose.
A plan with perspective.
Choose the credential and learning experience that suit your background. Compare the details before deciding where to study.
Look inside the programme
Explore projects, research, facilities and any advertised co-op component. Check how placements are arranged and whether extra costs apply.
Choose with the details in view
Consider campus, city costs, funding and any permit requirements. A course should make sense for your education and career direction.
What would you like to study?
Subject areas to explore in your shortlist.
Computing & data
Compare software, analytics and computing curricula with your academic background.
Engineering & technology
Review laboratory learning, specialisations and any professional accreditation.
Business & management
Compare degree and certificate options, project work and entry requirements.
Health & life sciences
Check prerequisites and separate licensing rules for regulated professions.
Design & media
Review portfolio expectations, facilities and the course's balance of studio and theory.
Research degrees
Explore faculty interests, supervision requirements and written funding terms.
Universities & colleges in Canada
Find the fit behind the name.
Use these examples to begin comparing credentials, campuses and admission requirements with your profile.
Ontario
University of Toronto
Compare degree options, subject prerequisites and any supplementary application for your chosen programme.
Discuss this institutionBritish Columbia
University of British Columbia
Review requirements for the specific campus, degree and curriculum you studied.
Discuss this institutionOntario
Seneca Polytechnic
Explore college and degree credentials, campus availability and programme-specific admission requirements.
Discuss this institutionCheck the exact campus and programme. An institution’s DLI status does not make every programme PGWP-eligible.
Understand the checksCanada tuition fees & living expenses
Build a budget for the whole journey.
Use the fee schedule for your exact course. Include housing, daily expenses, insurance, books, travel and initial setup costs.
IRCC proof of funds · outside Quebec
Living-expense minimum
CAD $23,448One applicant · one year
For applications on or after September 1, 2026. Tuition and transportation are additional.
The required amount increases with family size. Quebec uses separate requirements. This immigration minimum is not a quote for your actual living expenses.
See how to build your budget
- Tuition & mandatory feesUse the current institutional quote for your course and study load.
- Living expensesCompare your city and housing plan with the applicable funding minimum.
- Transportation & setupAllow for travel, local transport, deposits and arrival expenses.
- Funding for later studyExplain how you plan to fund the rest of a longer programme.
Source: IRCC proof of financial support; reviewed October 18, 2026.
Keep tuition and permit funding separate
Your course feesConfirm tuition, mandatory charges, deposits and refund terms with the institution.
Your real living costsCompare campus housing and private rental options, meals, insurance and transport.
Your funding evidenceOrganise genuine records of savings, education loans, confirmed awards or sponsor support.
Your currency allowanceBudget for exchange-rate movement and expenses before any possible employment.
Scholarships in Canada
Explore funding with clear terms.
Check institution and department awards, research funding and other eligible opportunities. Compare deadlines, award duration and renewal conditions. Base your budget on funding confirmed in writing.
Discuss funding for your shortlistCanada admission requirements
Start with the credential you need.
Your academic background, subject requirements and language evidence should match the specific programme you choose.
Bachelor’s or diploma
Complete secondary education and check the course's required subjects, grades, language standard and any supplementary application. Requirements depend on the institution and qualification.
Master’s or research degree
Hold a qualification accepted by the university and meet the department's academic and subject requirements. Check whether a supervisor, research proposal, work experience or additional test is required.
Graduate certificate
Check the exact credential and entry qualification. A graduate certificate is different from a master's degree; admission, academic progression and work-permit eligibility need separate checks.
English or French: which test and score do I need?
The institution sets admission language requirements. Confirm accepted tests, versions, overall and component scores, and exemptions for your course. Admission tests and later immigration language requirements are separate checks.
Explore test preparationWhat should I prepare for my application?
- Passport and academic transcripts or certificates
- Accepted language evidence, if required
- Statement of purpose, CV and recommendations where requested
- Portfolio, research proposal or supplementary application where needed
- Course deadlines, application fee and document requirements
Use the institution’s own checklist and check offer conditions before paying a deposit.
Canada university & college intakes
Choose a start date you can prepare for.
Check programme availability, application deadlines and any earlier funding deadlines. Some courses offer only one start period.
Fall intake
SeptemberCheck the course's application window and any earlier scholarship or research deadlines.
Winter intake
JanuaryConfirm that your specific programme accepts winter entry and is open to international applicants.
Spring / Summer intake
MayOffered by selected programmes. Verify the start date and availability before planning.
From course choice to study permit
Make each next step a clear one.
Admission and study permit applications are separate. Confirm the current requirements for your programme, province and application category.
- 01
Choose the right programme
Compare the credential, curriculum, entry requirements, campus and full costs.
- 02
Check DLI and programme details
Confirm the institution and campus. Check the programme's PGWP position separately if it matters to your plan.
- 03
Prepare your application
Organise academic records, language evidence and course-specific documents; review any offer conditions.
- 04
Plan funding and required letters
Arrange your letter of acceptance, PAL/TAL if required, Quebec documents where applicable and genuine funding evidence.
- 05
Prepare the study permit file
Follow the application instructions and any biometrics, medical or additional-document requests that apply.
- 06
Plan arrival after the decision
Check your approval instructions, entry documents, housing, insurance and school reporting arrangements.
Understand the Canada study permit process.
Explore the letter of acceptance, PAL/TAL, funding documents and application preparation in our dedicated guide.
Programme checks before you commit
Plan your education.
Check the conditions.
A Canadian credential should support your learning goals. Check any work-permit requirements separately from admission.
DLI status & PGWP eligibility
Check the exact institution, campus, programme and delivery arrangements. PGWP requirements include programme-specific conditions, language evidence and, where applicable, an eligible field of study. The rules that apply can depend on your application dates.
Graduation does not guarantee a PGWP, employment or permanent residence.
Explore PGWP requirements in our guidePAL/TAL and Quebec documents
Confirm whether you need a provincial or territorial attestation letter or qualify for an exemption. If you plan to study in Quebec, check the Quebec and federal requirements together.
Review attestation planningYour questions, answered
Planning to study in Canada?
Practical answers for your first decisions.
How much does it cost to study in Canada for Indian students?
Use the tuition and mandatory fees for your exact programme, then add housing, food, insurance, transport, books and travel. IRCC's living-expense proof for one applicant outside Quebec is CAD $23,448 for applications on or after September 1, 2026, excluding tuition and transportation. This is an immigration minimum, not a complete cost-of-living quote; Quebec has separate requirements.
Should I choose a college diploma, graduate certificate or master's degree?
Compare the credential level, entry qualification, curriculum and how the programme builds on your previous study. A graduate certificate is not a master's degree. Check campus, delivery arrangements and any relevant PGWP requirements separately before accepting an offer.
What are the admission requirements for Canada?
Each institution and programme sets its academic and language criteria. Check required subjects, accepted qualifications, English or French evidence, supplementary materials and deadlines. A single percentage or test score does not apply to all Canadian universities and colleges.
Is a GIC compulsory for a Canada study permit?
A GIC is one possible form of financial evidence, rather than a universal requirement. The Student Direct Stream ended on November 8, 2024. Follow the current financial-support instructions for your application and explain the source and availability of your funding.
Does every Canadian college programme qualify for a PGWP?
No. DLI status alone does not establish PGWP eligibility for every programme. Check the exact programme, delivery arrangement and the requirements that apply to your credential and application dates. Language and, where applicable, field-of-study requirements also matter.
Do I need a PAL or TAL for a Canadian study permit?
It depends on your category. Most applicants need a provincial or territorial attestation letter unless an exemption applies. Confirm the current exemption criteria and any Quebec requirements before submitting your application.
Does studying in Canada guarantee a job or permanent residence?
No. Admission, a study permit and graduation do not guarantee employment, a PGWP or permanent residence. Each later application has separate requirements and decisions. Choose a programme for its academic value and fit with your goals.
How can Ratnas Overseas help with Canada study planning?
We help you review your profile, compare courses, organise application preparation and understand the next steps. Request free counselling in Uppal or Vanasthalipuram in Hyderabad, Vijayawada or Hanamkonda, or ask about online counselling. Institutions decide admission and funding; Canadian authorities decide permits.
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