Study in India for Vietnam Students
Vietnam and India have strong educational ties. Vietnamese students increasingly choose India for affordable, quality education in engineering, IT, and economics. The visa process is handled through the Indian Embassy in Hanoi or the Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City.
Student visa steps for Vietnam citizens
Secure Admission
Obtain your admission letter from a UGC-recognised Indian university.
Prepare Documents
Gather all required documents including passport, admission letter, financial proof, and academic records.
Apply Online
Fill in the visa application on indianvisaonline.gov.in. Select 'Student Visa' category.
Submit at Embassy
Visit the Indian Embassy in Hanoi or Consulate General in HCMC with your documents.
Collect Visa
Track online and collect your passport with student visa.
Documents checklist
Valid passport (18+ months validity)
University admission letter
High school diploma and transcripts
Bank statement (6 months)
Passport photos (2x2 inches, white background)
Medical certificate
Tips for Vietnam students
- India is one of the most affordable international study destinations for Vietnamese students
- Many Vietnamese students study at Delhi University and JNU
- ICCR and ASEAN scholarship programmes are available
- Direct flights from Hanoi/HCMC to Delhi are available
- Cost of living in India is lower than in Vietnam for most cities
Official embassy information: www.indembassyhanoi.gov.in ↗
Costs, universities & scholarships
Tuition at public Indian universities typically ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹2,50,000 per year (about $600–$3,000), with hostel and mess adding roughly ₹60,000–₹1,20,000 per year — a fraction of costs in the UK, USA or Australia. Every StudyIndia.ai university page shows verified fees, NIRF rank, NAAC grade and admission routes, with data sources cited.
Study in India for Vietnam students — FAQs
Answers based on verified visa and university data.
Do Vietnam students need a visa to study in India?
Yes — Vietnam students need an Indian student visa. The visa fee is $80 USD and processing typically takes 7-10 working days. You apply online after receiving an admission letter from a recognised Indian university.
How much does it cost to study in India for Vietnam students?
Tuition at public Indian universities typically ranges from ₹50,000 to ₹2,50,000 (about $600–$3,000) per year, with hostel and mess adding roughly ₹60,000–₹1,20,000 (about $700–$1,400) per year. The free StudyIndia.ai Cost Calculator converts real per-university costs into your home currency.
Which universities in India accept students from Vietnam?
Most of India's 1,628 UGC-recognised universities accept international students, through direct application, the Government of India's Study in India portal, or entrance exams. StudyIndia.ai lists verified fees, courses, NIRF rankings and admission routes for every one of them.
Are scholarships available for Vietnam students in India?
Yes. The ICCR (Indian Council for Cultural Relations) offers scholarships to students from many countries, the Study in India programme offers fee waivers of up to 100% at partner universities, and many universities have their own international merit awards. Use the free Scholarship Finder on StudyIndia.ai to see what you qualify for.