Find answers to common questions about visas, admissions, campus life, and more for international students at NIST University.
No. To explore study options in India, you should apply for a provisional Student Visa of 6 months duration from an Indian Mission abroad. If you get confirmed admission while in India, you can then apply for a full Student Visa by visiting the local FRRO/FRO with all required documents.
Yes, provided you can show documents confirming your admission to a course at a recognized institution in India.
The maximum duration is 5 years or the duration of your course, whichever is shorter. You can apply for extensions through the local FRRO or office of Superintendent of Police.
All students with an Indian visa valid for more than 180 days must obtain a residential permit from the local Foreigner Registration Office (FRO) as per Indian immigration law.
Students can enroll in only one course at a time.
No approval is needed from MHRD for most technical courses including Engineering, MBA, Pharmacy, and MCA. However, NOC from the Ministry of Health is required for medical or para-medical courses.
Yes, with proof from your university/institute that you need to clear supplementary papers.
Visit the local FRRO or office of Superintendent of Police with a Bonafide certificate, proof of financial standing, and other required documents.