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Asia's #1 & #2 universities
National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) are the world's top-ranked non-Anglosphere institutions.
Study in Singapore
🇸🇬 Study in Singapore
student visa consultants.
Asia's #1 education hub — NUS & NTU in the QS Top 20, and a Global Talent gateway to Southeast Asia.
Overview
Why study in Singapore in 2026
Singapore hosts the two highest-ranked universities in Asia — NUS (#8 QS) and NTU (#15 QS) — and offers a direct pathway to the Employment Pass, one of the world's most powerful work visas. It's the smart choice for STEM, business and finance students who want an Asia-Pacific career.
Deep-dive guides
Explore Study in Singapore in detail
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Student Visa Guide
Category, documents, timeline, interview prep and refusal reasons.
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Top Universities
QS-ranked institutions, admission cutoffs, tuition and campus notes.
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Popular Courses
In-demand master's programs, ROI, and specialisations for Indians.
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Scholarships & Aid
Merit awards, assistantships, government schemes and how to apply.
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Cost of Study & Living
City-wise tuition + living costs, budgeting and money-saving tips.
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Post-Study Work Visa
OPT, PGWP, Graduate Route, Subclass 485 and PR pathway after graduation.
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6 reasons Indian students pick Singapore
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Employment Pass pathway
Post-graduation EP (SGD 5,000+ salary) is the world's most flexible work visa; PR possible in 2–5 years for high earners.
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Regional business hub
APAC HQs of Google, Meta, TikTok, Amazon, Grab, Sea, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs — all hire Singapore-degree graduates.
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English-medium & safe
Full English-taught curriculum, world's safest city, multicultural (75% Chinese, 15% Malay, 8% Indian) — familiar culture for Indians.
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Compact + efficient
5-hour flight, same-day travel back to India, 3-hour city; no adjustment shock like Europe/Americas.
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Government scholarships
MOE Tuition Grant reduces tuition by 50%+ for undergraduates in return for 3-year work bond in Singapore.
Top universities
Famous universities in Singapore
We file admissions to every institution below and dozens more. Rankings shown are QS World University Rankings 2026 or category equivalents.
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Singapore
Asia's #1 for 12 years running
Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Singapore
Engineering & materials science
Singapore Management University (SMU)
Singapore
Business, law, accountancy
Singapore University of Technology & Design (SUTD)
Singapore
MIT-partnership design + tech
Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
Singapore
Applied learning, industry work-study
James Cook University Singapore
Singapore
Business, IT, psychology
INSEAD Singapore
Singapore
Global MBA hub
Popular courses
Top programs Indian students choose
- → MSc Data Science / Business Analytics / AI
- → MSc Computer Science / Cybersecurity
- → MSc Financial Engineering / FinTech
- → MBA at NUS, NTU, SMU, INSEAD
- → MSc Supply Chain / Logistics
- → MSc Biomedical Engineering / Pharma
- → MSc Public Policy / International Affairs
- → Master of Architecture / Urban Design
Cost of study
2026 costs at a glance
Tuition
SGD 30,000 – 55,000 / year (₹19 L – ₹34 L). MBA SGD 65–90k. MOE Tuition Grant subsidises 50%+ if you bond.
Living
SGD 12,000 – 18,000 / year (₹7.5 L – ₹11 L). On-campus hostel SGD 5–8k saves substantially.
Scholarships
MOE Tuition Grant (UG), ASEAN Scholarships, NUS Development Grant, NTU Research Scholarships (full-cover for PhD).
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Intakes
August — primary (both semesters); January — many master's programs; May — limited
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Work while studying
Full-time students can work up to 16 hours per week during term; unlimited during official holidays (mid-May to end-July, mid-Nov to end-Dec).
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Post-study work
Employment Pass (EP) with SGD 5,000+/month salary post-graduation → Permanent Residence application after 6 months of EP; PR grant in 4–6 months for strong profiles.
Eligibility
Student visa requirements
- 1Class 12 with 85%+ (UG at NUS/NTU); bachelor's with 70%+ for master's
- 2IELTS 6.5–7.0; TOEFL 90–100; SAT 1350+ (UG); GRE 320+ / GMAT 680+ (some PG)
- 3Student's Pass Online Application (SOLAR) via institution
- 4Financial capacity proof: SGD 30,000/yr held for 3 months
- 5Medical exam post-arrival (chest X-ray + HIV)
- 6MOE Tuition Grant bond agreement (if opting) — 3 years work in Singapore-registered company post-graduation
Our process
Pune to campus — 5 stages
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Shortlist & apply
NUS/NTU/SMU/SUTD applications direct — deadlines Nov–March for Aug intake.
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Admission + Tuition Grant decision
Offer received → decide MOE Tuition Grant (with 3-year bond) or self-pay full fees.
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Student's Pass application
Institution files SOLAR; you complete e-form 16 + upload passport + photo → In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter in 4–6 weeks.
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Landing + medical + Pass collection
Fly in on IPA, complete medical, collect Student's Pass at ICA within 14 days.
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Career runway
MOE career fairs, on-campus recruiting — Google, TikTok, JP Morgan, Shopee, Sea Group hire on-campus.
2026 policy desk
Latest Singapore student visa updates
COMPASS points-based EP
Since Sep 2023, Employment Pass uses COMPASS scoring — degree from a top-100 university earns 20 points, easing the SGD 5,000 threshold path for NUS/NTU graduates.
EP minimum salary raised
From Jan 2025, EP minimum salary is SGD 5,000/month (SGD 5,500 in financial services). Fresh graduates from NUS/NTU consistently land offers above this.
MOE Tuition Grant expansion
Grant coverage widened to more PG programs — international students bond to work in Singapore-registered companies for 3 years post-graduation. Massive net-cost saving.
PR points system update
PR applications from EP holders emphasize local integration, salary progression, and family ties. NUS/NTU graduates with 6+ months of EP employment have highest success rates.
FAQs
Study in Singapore — FAQs
Is Singapore worth it over the UK/Australia?
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For Asia-focused careers (fintech, VC, consulting, tech), Singapore beats Anglosphere hands down. NUS/NTU degrees carry equal or greater weight regionally than most UK/AU universities. Cost is comparable to Australia.
How does the MOE Tuition Grant work?
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Singapore government subsidises ~50% of your tuition in exchange for a 3-year bond to work in any Singapore-registered company post-graduation. Ideal if you plan to stay for EP/PR anyway.
How competitive is admission to NUS/NTU?
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Very — sub-8% acceptance for competitive courses. Class 12 85%+ with 90%+ in relevant subjects, SAT 1400+ or Class 12 board rank, strong extra-curriculars. We help build competitive profiles.
Can my spouse come with me?
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Yes — Long-Term Visit Pass for spouses; part-time work possible with LOC (Letter of Consent). Kids get international schooling — not free but well-funded scholarship options exist.
What's the total cost for a 2-year master's?
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SGD 60–90k tuition + SGD 24–30k living = ~₹50–75 L before scholarships. With MOE Tuition Grant + on-campus hostel, ~₹30–40 L is realistic for many programs.
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