Study in Singapore from India
Singapore offers world-top-20 universities in a safe, English-speaking business hub close to India.
What does it cost to study in Singapore?
Singapore
| Level | Duration | Course, living & stay | Less part-time earnings | Net | Post-study stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 4 Years | Rs 131.2 lakh | − Rs 19.1 lakhat 16 Hrs/week | Rs 112.1 lakh | 1-year LTVP |
| Master's | 1 Year | Rs 41.7 lakh | − Rs 4.8 lakhat 16 Hrs/week | Rs 37.0 lakh | 1-year LTVP |
Entry bar IELTS 6.0–6.5 · Academics 60%+. Visa processing takes 3 Months once the file is complete.
Priced 20 July 2026 from the Axelis cost comparison, which prices 36 study options side by side. Rupee figures move with the exchange rate as well as with fees. Compare Singapore against every other destination.
Tuition is indicated as S$17,000–50,000/yr overall, broken down as: Undergraduate (with MOE grant) S$17,000–30,000/yr, Undergraduate (no grant) S$30,000–50,000/yr, Postgraduate/Master's S$25,000–55,000/yr, and Private institutions S$15,000–40,000/yr. Proof of funds for the pass is ~S$12,000, and estimated monthly cost of living is ~S$1,600–2,600.
How does the student visa for Singapore work?
The process involves accepting your offer and paying a deposit, having the institution register your Student's Pass via SOLAR, completing the online E-Form 16 application, completing a required medical exam, and collecting your Student's Pass from ICA on arrival.
What English or language scores do you need?
Bachelor's applicants need IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent; master's applicants need IELTS 6.5, with GMAT/GRE required for some programmes.
Can you work during and after your studies?
Public-university students may work 16 hours a week (permitted at approved autonomous universities), and graduates get a Long-Term Visit Pass of 12 months to seek work; the main graduate work route is the Employment Pass (S$5,600+ salary), with the S Pass as a mid-skilled route.
When are the intakes?
- August
- January
- Rolling
What do Indian students usually study there?
- Business & Finance
- Computer Science & AI
- Engineering
- Data Science
- Hospitality & Tourism
- Biotech & Life Sciences
Which universities and cities are best known?
Universities
- National University of Singapore
- Nanyang Technological University
- Singapore Management University
- James Cook University Singapore
- Curtin Singapore
- PSB Academy
- SUTD
- SIT
- SUSS
- Kaplan
- MDIS
Cities
- Singapore
- Marina Bay
- Gardens by the Bay
- Sentosa
- Orchard Road
- Clarke Quay
- Jurong
Figures are indicative and change with each intake. Confirm current fees and visa rules with your counsellor before you apply.