Abroad Guide BDStudy in India from Bangladesh: Scholarships, Universities, Student Visa (2026)
Study in India from Bangladesh: ICCR scholarship, student visa, top universities, MBBS opt…
- ICCR Suborno Jayanti Scholarship: ~200–550 BD students/year, covers tuition + stipend
- AYUSH Scholarship: tuition + stipend for Ayurveda, Unani, Homeopathy
- Student (S) visa required — apply at IVAC with admission letter
- Admission letter must be from UGC/AICTE/NMC-recognised institution
- FRRO registration mandatory within 14 days of arrival (if visa >180 days)
- MBBS: NMC eligibility + BMDC equivalence required for BD practice
- Top destinations: Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad
Why Bangladeshi students choose India
India offers the lowest cost of access for high-quality higher education for Bangladeshis — the proximity (no visa for short visits, direct flights), shared language environment (Bengali in West Bengal and beyond), and the availability of competitive Indian universities make it the natural first choice before considering UK, Australia, or Canada. The ICCR scholarship specifically targets Bangladeshi students for full-funded placements.
Scholarship pathways
| Scholarship | Seats (BD) | Covers | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| ICCR Suborno Jayanti | ~200–550/year | Tuition + stipend + accommodation | Typically February–March |
| AYUSH Scholarship | Limited | Tuition + stipend for AYUSH courses | Typically April–May |
| Self-financing (no scholarship) | Unlimited | All costs self-funded | Per university admission cycle |
Top study destinations in India for BD students
Delhi: Delhi University (DU), JNU, IIT Delhi, Jawaharlal Nehru University. Strong for humanities, social sciences, engineering. Kolkata: Jadavpur University, Calcutta University, IIT Kharagpur (nearby). Familiar for Bangladeshis due to language proximity. Bangalore: IISc, IIT Bangalore area, Manipal University. Tech and science hub. Chennai: IIT Madras, Anna University. Engineering and technology. Hyderabad: University of Hyderabad, IIT Hyderabad. Mumbai: University of Mumbai, IIT Bombay. Business and arts.
MBBS in India: special rules
Bangladeshi students who complete MBBS in India must obtain NMC (National Medical Commission) eligibility screening and then apply for BMDC (Bangladesh Medical and Dental Council) equivalence before practising in Bangladesh. This process typically takes 6–12 months after graduation. See MBBS in India guide.
Student visa and FRRO
You need a Student (S) visa applied at IVAC with your admission letter (from a UGC/AICTE/NMC-recognised institution), financial proof, and academic transcripts. Register with FRRO within 14 days of arrival if your visa is valid for 180+ days. See student visa guide and FRRO for students.
Are Indian degrees recognised in Bangladesh?
Most reputable Indian university degrees are recognised for general employment. For medical degrees (MBBS), NMC eligibility and BMDC equivalence processing are required before practising in Bangladesh.
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- ✓ Fact-checked: 2026-06-05
- ✓ Next update: 2026-09-05
- ✓ Sources: ugc.gov.in, mea.gov.in