Recognition

Is the degree identical?

The degree is awarded by the foreign university itself, not an Indian partner college. The certificate is the same one issued at the home campus.

Read the UGC equivalence guide →

See the degree-parity evidence: UOW · Deakin

Careers

Is it valid for government jobs?

UGC-regulated campuses are recognised for central government exams and PSU recruitment. GIFT City (IFSCA) graduates should obtain an AIU equivalence certificate as a precaution.

Cost of living

Where will my child live?

Typical monthly costs per campus city, including accommodation, food, transport and personal expenses. Every figure carries its source and verification date.

Illustrative demo data

City Estimated monthly total Source
Bengaluru ₹18,100–₹35,100 University of Liverpool Bengaluru, verified 1 Jun 2026
Mumbai ₹21,200–₹46,200 University of York Mumbai, verified 1 Jun 2026
Gurugram ₹20,000–₹39,000 University of Southampton Delhi NCR, verified 1 Jun 2026
Chennai ₹15,700–₹22,700 University of Western Australia India, verified 1 Jun 2026
GIFT City ₹15,700–₹28,700 Deakin University India, verified 1 Jun 2026

Plan the budget

Family cost calculator

Compare the full-degree cost of the India campus against studying at the home campus abroad. All assumptions are editable.

India campus — full degree
Tuition
Living
Travel
Home campus abroad — full degree
Tuition
Living
Travel

Travel assumes 2 domestic round-trips per year (India campus) and 1 international round-trip per year (home campus). These are editable planning assumptions, not researched figures.

Estimates for planning only. Verify fees, living costs and exchange rates with the university before making decisions.