India’s Ministry of Home Affairs has introduced two new visa categories—e-student visa and e-student-x visa—to support international students pursuing education in the country. Applicants must register on the Study in India (SII) portal to access these benefits. The e-student visa applies to those enrolled in recognized undergraduate, postgraduate, or doctoral programs, while dependents can apply for the e-student-x visa. Valid for up to five years, the visa can be extended within India.
