Study in Canada from India — with a real path to PR
World-top universities, a Post-Graduation Work Permit up to 3 years, and the world's clearest route from student to permanent resident. ESM has guided 5,000+ Indian students abroad since 2008. Let's build your Canada plan.
(tuition + living, all-in)
Find Canadian universities that fit your profile
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Bachelor's
4-year UG degree at a Canadian university
Master's
1–2 year PG degree, direct apply
College Diploma
1–3 year, fast PGWP route
Canada study visa insights
Real updates, application tips, and student stories from our Chandigarh team.
Why Indian students choose Canada
No country pairs world-class education with a real immigration outcome like Canada does. Study at a designated learning institution, get a PGWP up to 3 years, and you have a structured path to permanent residency through Express Entry.
It's why 427,000+ Indian students are in Canada right now — the largest international student community of any country.
Clear PR pathway
PGWP work experience qualifies you for Express Entry. Most Indian graduates apply for PR within 2–3 years.
PGWP up to 3 years
Work permit length matches your study length. No sponsorship or job offer needed — just complete your degree.
Top-100 universities
UofT, McGill, UBC, and Alberta consistently rank in the global top 100. Degrees respected worldwide.
Lower tuition than US/UK
Average tuition C$20K–30K/yr. Quebec is cheaper still. Combined with PGWP earnings, the ROI math works.
SDS for faster visas
The Student Direct Stream processes most Indian applications in under 20 days — the fastest study visa route from India.
Huge Indian community
Established Indian communities in Toronto, Brampton, Surrey, Calgary, Edmonton. Home doesn't feel far away.
What studying in Canada actually costs
Realistic figures for an Indian student. Tuition varies widely by province — Quebec and prairie provinces are noticeably cheaper than Ontario and BC. Conversion at ₹60–63/CAD.
Tuition fees (per year)
Living costs (per year)
IRCC requires proof of funds (GIC + tuition for SDS). We help you prepare financial documents correctly. See our financial planning service →
Your Canada study visa journey
From first consultation to landing in Canada — here's exactly how the process works with ESM.
Profile & shortlist
We assess your academics, budget, and PR goals, then shortlist 6–8 DLI (Designated Learning Institutions) and programs that fit best.
Application & SOP
We help craft your Statement of Purpose, gather references, and submit applications directly to universities. Most decisions come in 3–8 weeks.
LOA + PAL
Accept your offer and pay the deposit. The university issues your Letter of Acceptance, then the province issues your Provincial Attestation Letter — both required for the visa.
Financial proof (GIC)
We arrange your GIC of C$20,635, prepare tuition payment proof, and structure loan documents correctly for SDS approval.
Study Permit application
We submit your Study Permit via SDS, book biometrics and medical exam at IRCC-approved centres. SDS decisions usually come in under 20 days.
Pre-departure
Visa approved! We brief you on accommodation, banking (Scotiabank/RBC student accounts), SIM, travel, and connect you with ESM students in your city.
What you'll need for a Canada Study Permit
The core documents every Indian applicant must prepare. We check each one before submission.
LOA (Letter of Acceptance)
Issued by your Canadian university or college after you accept your offer and pay the deposit.
PAL (Provincial Attestation Letter)
Provincial document issued under the 2024 IRCC cap. Mandatory for almost all study permit applications.
Proof of funds (GIC)
For SDS: a C$20,635 Guaranteed Investment Certificate from a participating Canadian bank, plus first-year tuition paid.
IELTS / English test
Most students need IELTS 6.0 minimum each band for SDS. PTE, TOEFL and CELPIP also accepted.
Medical exam
Upfront medical exam by an IRCC panel physician — required for studies longer than 6 months.
Academic + SOP
10th, 12th, and Bachelor's transcripts (for PG), plus a Statement of Purpose tailored to your chosen program.
Canada study visa questions answered
Ready to start your Canada journey?
Talk to an ESM counsellor who has placed hundreds of Indian students in Canadian universities. We'll review your profile and map out your next steps — free, no obligation.