Affordable
Private university tuition after scholarship often costs less than a private university in Dhaka once you compare the full degree.
🇮🇳 Admissions open: Jan, Jul
Study inIndia
Recognised degrees from India's private and deemed universities, a short flight from home, and costs most Bangladeshi families can plan for. Many universities admit on your HSC or bachelor's results without IELTS.
Tuition / year৳ 2–6 lakh
Work while studyingNot permitted
After graduationNot available
IntakesJan, Jul
58,134international students enrolled in India in 2023–24 (AISHE 2023-24)
5.9%of them from Bangladesh, one of the top four source countries
45,520Bangladeshis arrived on Indian student visas in 2016–21, the most of any country (MEA data)
1–3hby air from Chattogram, or by road through Benapole
Why India
Reasons students choose India
Where you'll live
Popular student cities
Universities
Where we place students in India
Swipe through the universities we apply to most. Fees are indicative first-year tuition in taka.
Sharda University
Has its own Bangladesh admission desk and the most visible Bangladeshi community in Delhi NCR. Students from 95+ countries on one 63-acre campus.
- NIRF 2025: #87 (university)
- Up to 50% scholarship for Bangladeshi HSC GPA 3.5–5.0 on selected programs
Tuition / year৳ 2.6–4.3 lakh
Lovely Professional University (LPU)
One of India's largest private universities, with a dedicated Bangladesh admissions page and a large Bangladeshi student community.
- Huge range of programs on one campus
- Merit scholarships promoted for Bangladeshi applicants
Tuition / year৳ 2.5–4.2 lakh
Chandigarh University
Frequently shortlisted by Bangladeshi students for its NAAC A+ status and visible placement record. Total cost tends to be higher than NCR options.
- NAAC A+ accredited
- Known for engineering and MBA placements
Tuition / year৳ 3–5 lakh
Noida International University (NIU)
Popular because of a flat 50% scholarship on many programs, which makes the real cost easy to compare.
- Flat 50% scholarship on many programs
- Engineering, IT, business and health sciences well attended by Bangladeshi students
Tuition / year৳ 1.8–3 lakh
Galgotias University
A regular name in Bangladeshi scholarship and admission discussions, close to Sharda and NIU in Greater Noida.
- Large engineering and computer applications school
- Merit discounts for international students
Tuition / year৳ 2–3.5 lakh
Adamas University
The choice for students who want to stay in Kolkata: about 62 km from the Benapole–Petrapole border and 14.5 km from Kolkata airport, with familiar food and language.
- Reachable by road from Benapole
- Bangla-speaking city and culture
Tuition / year৳ 2–4 lakh
Parul University
Often appears on Bangladeshi shortlists for scholarships and a large international student intake.
- Wide range of health science programs
- Scholarships for international students
Tuition / year৳ 1.8–3.2 lakh
Amity University
A premium brand with campuses in both Noida and Kolkata. Higher fees but a well-known name with employers.
- Campuses in Noida and Kolkata
- Strong in business, media and design
Tuition / year৳ 3.5–6 lakh
Manav Rachna University
Shortlisted for engineering and management programs in the NCR region.
- Engineering and management focus
- Delhi metro access
Tuition / year৳ 2.5–4 lakh
Graphic Era University
Chosen for its engineering focus and Dehradun's reputation as a calm student city.
- Engineering focus
- Hill-city campus life
Tuition / year৳ 2.5–4 lakh
Programs
What you can study and what you need
B.Tech (CSE, AI & ML, Data Science)
4 yearsEntry: HSC Science with Physics, Chemistry & Maths, usually 50–60%
৳ 2.6–4.5 lakh
BBA
3 yearsEntry: HSC any group
৳ 1.7–3 lakh
BCA
3 yearsEntry: HSC, Maths preferred
৳ 1.5–2.8 lakh
B.Pharm
4 yearsEntry: HSC Science with Chemistry and Biology or Maths
৳ 2.5–3.5 lakh
BSc Nursing
4 yearsEntry: HSC Science with Physics, Chemistry & Biology
৳ 1.8–2.8 lakh
BSc Allied health (MLT, Physiotherapy, Radiology)
3–4.5 yearsEntry: HSC Science with Biology
৳ 1.8–3 lakh
MBA
2 yearsEntry: Bachelor's in any subject
৳ 2.8–5.5 lakh
M.Tech / MCA
2 yearsEntry: Relevant bachelor's degree
৳ 1.8–3.5 lakh
Costs
What your first year costs
Indicative ranges in taka. Exchange rates and fees change every year.
৳ 3.6 – 8.2 lakh
first year, all-in
Sample: B.Tech CSE at Sharda lists ₹2.95 lakh for year one. With a 50% Bangladeshi scholarship, tuition comes to about ৳2 lakh.
Process
Your route to India, step by step
1
Free counselling
We check your SSC/HSC or bachelor's results, budget and preferred city, then shortlist 3–4 universities.
2
Apply
We submit your applications with SSC/HSC certificates, transcripts and passport. Most universities reply within 1–2 weeks.
3
Offer & scholarship
You receive an offer letter with your scholarship percentage. We compare offers side by side.
4
Seat confirmation
Pay the admission or registration fee to the university's official account to get your final admission letter.
5
Student visa at IVAC
Fill the online form, book an IVAC appointment (Chattogram, Dhaka, Sylhet, Rajshahi or Khulna) and submit documents with biometrics.
6
Travel & arrive
Bus through Benapole–Petrapole or fly to Kolkata/Delhi. We arrange airport or border pickup with partner universities.
Register with e-FRRO
Register online within 14 days of arrival. The university's international office helps you through it.
Visa
Student visa (via IVAC)
Status
India paused most visas for Bangladeshis after August 2024. Student and medical visas came back first through limited IVAC slots, and tourist visas reopened on 28 June 2026 at all five IVAC centres. We check the latest IVAC notice before every file.
- Sticker visa only. Bangladeshi passports can't use India's e-Visa.
- No Indian government visa fee. IVAC charges ৳1,500, paid online when booking.
- Apply at IVAC Chattogram, Dhaka, Sylhet, Rajshahi or Khulna.
- Register on e-FRRO within 14 days of arriving in India.
Rules change. We confirm current requirements for your exact case.
Work & career
Work rights, from first semester to long term
1While you studyNot permitted
2After graduationNot available
3Long termNot applicable. Most students return home or continue to a master's degree
Scholarships
Funding for India
ICCR Scholarship for Bangladesh
Indian government scholarship covering tuition, monthly stipend and accommodation allowance, applied through the A2A portal.
🇮🇳 India, All levelsUsually opens Mar
Study in India fee waivers
Fee waivers for international students at universities in the Government of India's Study in India program.
🇮🇳 India, UG / PGUsually opens Rolling
University merit scholarships, India
Automatic tuition discounts of up to 50% at partner universities, based on your HSC or bachelor's results.
🇮🇳 India, UG / PGUsually opens Rolling
Student stories
Our students in India
India FAQ
Questions we hear about India
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Is the Indian student visa open for Bangladeshis now?
India suspended most visas for Bangladeshis after August 2024. Student and medical visas returned first through limited IVAC slots, and tourist visas reopened on 28 June 2026. Slots and rules can change, so we check the IVAC notices before every application.
Do I need IELTS?
Most private universities accept HSC English marks or an English-medium certificate. IELTS helps for some programs and scholarships, but it is usually not required.
Is an Indian degree valid in Bangladesh?
Degrees from UGC-recognised Indian universities are widely accepted. For professional degrees like Pharmacy, Nursing or Engineering, check registration rules with the relevant Bangladeshi council before you enrol, and we'll help you do that.
Can I work part-time in India?
No. The student visa doesn't allow paid work. Internships that are part of your course are allowed, so plan your full budget in advance.
Can I go by road?
Yes. Many students from Chattogram and Khulna travel through Benapole–Petrapole to Kolkata, then by train or flight to Delhi or Punjab.
What about MBBS in India?
MBBS has its own entrance and eligibility rules for foreign nationals. Book a session and we'll explain the current route for your case.
Official sourcesAISHE 2023-24, Ministry of Education, IndiaMEA student-visa arrival data via Careers360IVAC Bangladesh noticesSharda University Bangladesh admissions pageLPU Bangladesh pageFees are indicative and converted to taka at approximate rates.
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