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Study in Canada

Gain internationally recognised degrees and unlock global career pathways

Why Canada

Why Canada?

From the University of Toronto to UBC, Canada offers globally ranked education, a bilingual cultural landscape, and the most straightforward immigration pathway of any top study de...

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3 Universities in the Global QS Top 50

University of Toronto (#25), McGill (#29) and UBC (#38) all rank in the world's top 50 (QS 2026).

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Clearest Pathway to Permanent Residency

Canada's Express Entry and PNP programs offer a structured, merit-based route to PR - widely used by Indian graduates.

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Work Up to 20 Hours During Term

Post-graduation work permit (PGWP) allows 1–3 years of open work authorisation after graduation.

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30–50% Lower Fees Than the USA

Average master's tuition of CAD 16,000–28,000/year vs USD 30,000–55,000 in the USA.

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India's #1 Destination Since 2023

Canada surpassed the UK and Australia to become the #1 study destination for Indian students in 2022.

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Ranked #1 for Quality of Life (UN 2023)

Consistently voted one of the safest, most inclusive, and highest quality-of-life countries in the world.

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Indian Students in Canada

Canada is the #1 choice for Indian students seeking permanent residency

01 80% Indian students transition to PR pathways within 3 years of graduating
02 Express Entry Canada's points-based PR system strongly favours Canadian graduates
03 1.8 Mn+ Indian-Canadian diaspora, the second-largest South Asian diaspora in Canada
04 40% Of all international students in Canada were Indians in 2023
Top Courses

Top Courses to Study in Canada

06 Top Courses
Intakes

Intakes in Canada 2026-27

Canadian universities offer intakes in September (Fall), January (Winter), and May (Summer), with Fall being the primary intake.

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Intakes in Canada 2026-27

Intakes in Canada 2026-27

Canadian universities offer intakes in September (Fall), January (Winter), and May (Summer), with Fall being the primary intake.

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Primary Intake

Fall Intake

September - October 2026 -

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Application Opening Soon

Winter Intake

January - February 2027

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Plan Ahead

Fall Intake

September - October 2027

Costs

Cost of Studying in Canada

Tuition fees and living costs vary by institution, location, and program. Use this as a planning guide.

Program Level

(many funded) * Figures are indicative. PhD programs at most Canadian universities include tuition waivers and stipends.

Foundation / Diploma CAD 10,000 - 18,000
Undergraduate (Bachelor's) CAD 18,000 - 38,000
Postgraduate (Master's) CAD 16,000 - 28,000
MBA CAD 30,000 - 80,000
PhD / Doctoral CAD 7,000 - 15,000
Average Monthly Living Costs
Toronto CAD 1,800 - 2,800 / month
Vancouver CAD 1,900 - 2,900 / month
Montreal CAD 1,300 - 2,000 / month
Ottawa CAD 1,400 - 2,100 / month
Calgary CAD 1,500 - 2,200 / month
Edmonton CAD 1,300 - 1,900 / month
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