Study Abroad

The September 2026 intake (Wintersemester 2026/27) is the primary and largest entry point for Indian students applying to Austrian universities, with classes starting in October 2026 and application deadlines for non-EU students falling between February and May 2026 depending on the university. If you are reading this in March 2026, you are right in the...Read More

The best way to find student accommodation in Austria is through Studentenwohnheime (student dormitories) operated by OeAD Housing, STUWO, home4students, and Akademikerhilfe, with fully furnished rooms starting from EUR 280/month (approximately INR 25,200/month). Indian students arriving in Austria for the first time have four primary housing options: OeAD managed student housing (EUR 330-500/month, safest for...Read More

Health insurance is mandatory for all students in Austria, and Indian students must have valid coverage before they can enrol at a university or receive a residence permit (Aufenthaltstitel). The most common and recommended option for Indian students is self-insurance through the Austrian public health insurance provider ÖGK (Österreichische Gesundheitskasse), which costs approximately €65.44/month (₹5,890/month)...Read More

Indian students in Austria can legally work up to 20 hours per week during semesters and up to 40 hours per week during official university breaks, earning a minimum of approximately €10.40/hour (around ₹936/hour at current rates). This means a disciplined Indian student working part-time in Austria can realistically earn between €600–€900 per month during...Read More

The Austria student visa process from India requires applying for a Residence Permit for Students (Aufenthaltsbewilligung Studierende) at the Austrian Embassy in New Delhi, with a processing time of 6-12 weeks, a visa fee of approximately EUR 160, and financial proof of EUR 11,850 per year (students under 24) or EUR 13,000 per year (students...Read More

Austria offers over 200 English-taught Master’s programmes across computer science, data science, engineering, business, social sciences, and more — making it one of Europe’s most underrated yet affordable destinations for Indian students. From globally ranked institutions like TU Wien (QS #191), University of Vienna (QS #130), and WU Vienna (#1 in Austria for business) to...Read More

The total cost to study and live in Austria for 2 years (Master’s degree) ranges between ₹12-18 lakh for Indian students at public universities, making it one of Europe’s most underrated affordable study destinations. Austrian public universities charge non-EU students approximately €726.72 per semester (€1,453.44/year) — which includes the tuition fee and the mandatory ÖH...Read More

The Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour (APS) gives Indian graduates of French universities a 1-year post-study work visa to search for employment in France — and it allows you to work ANY job (full-time, part-time, freelance) while you search. If you hold a Master’s degree (or equivalent) from a recognised French institution, you are eligible for...Read More

Getting Permanent Residency (PR) in France after completing your Master’s degree takes approximately 5-7 years via the standard route: 2 years studying + 1 year APS (post-study work) + 2-4 years on a work permit. However, if you secure an EU Blue Card or Passeport Talent visa, the timeline can be reduced to 4-5 years....Read More

The average starting salary after completing a Master’s degree in France for Indian graduates ranges between €32,000-45,000 gross per year (approximately ₹28.8-40.5 lakh) depending on the field, with IT and Data Science roles commanding the highest packages at €35,000-50,000 (₹31.5-45 lakh), and Grande Ecole graduates earning a 15-25% premium over public university graduates. After mandatory...Read More