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Foreign Universities in India

World-class international universities are opening campuses across India. Get a globally recognised degree at a fraction of the cost without leaving India.

15+
Universities Approved
6
Countries Represented
4060%
Lower Cost vs Abroad
4
Already Operational
202627
New Campuses Opening
Now Open

Currently Operational Campuses

These international universities are already accepting students at their Indian campuses, offering globally recognised degrees.

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Deakin University

Australia
Status Operational
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsBusiness Analytics, Cybersecurity, FinTech
QS Ranking#266
RouteIFSCA
Since2024
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University of Wollongong

Australia
Status Operational
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsFinancial Technology, Computing & Data Analytics
QS Ranking#162
RouteIFSCA
Since2024
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University of Southampton

United Kingdom
Status Operational
LocationGurugram, Haryana
ProgramsComputer Science, Business, Economics, Finance, Law
QS Ranking#81
RouteUGC
Since2025
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Queen’s University Belfast

United Kingdom
Status Operational
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsFinance, Technology, Business Analytics (MSc)
QS Ranking#198
RouteIFSCA
Since2026
Coming Soon

Upcoming Campuses (20262027)

These universities have received UGC or IFSCA approval and are preparing to welcome their first students in India.

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University of Liverpool

United Kingdom
StatusUpcoming
LocationBengaluru, Karnataka
ProgramsBusiness Management, Computer Science, Biomedical Sciences, Game Design
QS Ranking#176
RouteUGC
ExpectedAug 2026
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Illinois Institute of Technology

United States
StatusUpcoming
LocationMumbai, Maharashtra
ProgramsComputer Science, Engineering, Business
QS Ranking#401–450
RouteUGC
Expected2026
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University of Bristol

United Kingdom
StatusUpcoming
LocationMumbai, Maharashtra
ProgramsData Science, Economics, Finance, FinTech, Immersive Arts
QS Ranking#51
RouteUGC
Expected2026
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University of Aberdeen

United Kingdom / Scotland
StatusUpcoming
LocationMumbai (Powai), Maharashtra
ProgramsData Science, Business, Economics, AI, MBA
QS Ranking#208
RouteUGC
ExpectedSep 2026
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Lancaster University

United Kingdom
StatusUpcoming
LocationBengaluru, Karnataka
ProgramsBusiness, Management, Computing
QS Ranking#141
RouteUGC
Expected2026–2027
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Coventry University

United Kingdom
StatusUpcoming
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsInternational Business Management, Business & Finance (BSc)
QS Ranking#571–580
RouteIFSCA
Expected2026
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Western Sydney University

Australia
StatusUpcoming
LocationGreater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
ProgramsBusiness, Computer Science, Engineering, Agriculture
QS Ranking#461–470
RouteUGC
Expected2026
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Victoria University

Australia
StatusUpcoming
LocationIndia (location TBA)
ProgramsGlobal Standards & Industry-Aligned Courses
QS Ranking#601–650
RouteUGC
Expected2026–2027
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University of Western Australia

Australia
StatusUpcoming
LocationMumbai & Chennai
ProgramsMultiple disciplines (TBA)
QS Ranking#72
RouteUGC
Expected2026–2027
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University of Surrey

United Kingdom
StatusUpcoming
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsTBA
QS Ranking#244
RouteIFSCA
Expected2026–2027
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Istituto Marangoni / IED

Italy
StatusUpcoming
LocationGIFT City, Gujarat
ProgramsFashion, Visual Arts, Interior Design, Communication
QS Ranking#Specialist
RouteIFSCA
Expected2026–2027
Why It Matters

Benefits for Students

Indias New Education Policy (NEP 2020) opened the door for foreign universities, creating unprecedented opportunities for students.

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4060% Lower Cost

Get the same internationally recognised degree at a fraction of the cost. No visa fees, no international living expenses, no currency exchange losses.

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Same Degree, Same Value

Degrees awarded by these campuses are identical to those from the parent university abroad. They carry the same global recognition and accreditation.

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International Faculty

Many campuses bring faculty from the parent university, giving students a truly international classroom experience without leaving India.

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GIFT City Advantage

Campuses in GIFT City operate under IFSCA regulations with tax benefits, making them financially attractive for both universities and students.

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UGC Regulated

Mainland campuses are governed by UGC regulations (2023), ensuring quality standards and degree equivalence within Indias education framework.

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Pathway to Global Mobility

Students can transfer to the parent campus abroad, pursue higher studies internationally, or leverage the global alumni network for careers worldwide.

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