At a glance
What a student from Maharashtra needs to know before deciding — clearly and honestly.
The education
NUS and NTU rank in the global top 20. English-medium, with strong industry links across Asia.
The true cost
High tuition and living, but graduate salaries and a regional jobs hub support payback.
Safety & visa
Check the latest MEA advisory before you travel. Work passes depend on salary thresholds — observe strict local laws.
Top universities
A selection of universities popular with Maharashtra students, with indicative tuition.
After you graduate
Post-study work rights are the most important factor — and the most likely to change. Here is the position as of today.
There is no automatic, universal post-study work visa. If you are an eligible graduate of one of Singapore’s Institutes of Higher Learning, you can apply for an ICA Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP) to look for a job. The LTVP is not a work pass — to work, you need an Employment Pass or S Pass sponsored by an employer. LTVP charges are a S$45 application fee, a S$60 issuance fee on approval, and a S$30 Multiple Journey Visa fee where applicable.
Immigration rules, eligibility and salary thresholds change frequently and without notice. Always verify the latest official guidance before you apply, and never treat any figure here as a guarantee of future entitlement.
- LTVP to look for work — not a work pass
- Employment Pass or S Pass needs an employer
- Regional HQ jobs across Asia
- High graduate salaries
Visa, work & money rules
The official rules behind your visa, work, family and budget planning. Rules change often, so confirm each point on the official government or university website before you apply.
Visa & permit fees
The Student’s Pass has a S$45 application (processing) fee and a S$60 issuance fee. A S$30 Multiple Journey Visa applies where required.
Work while studying
If you study at an eligible MOM-approved institution, you can work up to 16 hours a week during term time and full-time during vacations. Students at non-approved institutions may not work.
Family & dependants
The ordinary Student’s Pass does not create a general spouse or child dependant route. Family members would need their own qualifying pass.
Health insurance
Hold health or medical insurance as required by your institution. Singapore has no automatic public health coverage for Student’s Pass holders.
ROI calculator
Enter your own numbers to see total investment and an indicative payback period. This is a guide only — not financial advice.
Singapore — Master's ROI
Indicative · based on today's assumptions
Figures are indicative only and vary with fees, salaries, exchange rates and visa rules. Treat this as one data point — not conclusive evidence or financial advice.
Safety snapshot
Based on Ministry of External Affairs guidance — always check the latest official advisory before you travel.
Check the latest MEA advisory
Check the latest guidance from the Ministry of External Affairs and the High Commission of India in Singapore before you travel, and register on MADAD (madad.gov.in). Local laws are strict — follow them carefully.
Emergency contacts
Dial 999 or 995. MEA helpline: 1800 11 3090.
Register with the embassy
Register at madad.gov.in on arrival so the nearest Indian Mission can reach you in an emergency.
Food, culture & community
What to expect day-to-day — and how to feel at home far from home, as a student from Maharashtra.
Food & groceries
Excellent Indian food — Little India, hawker centres and groceries everywhere. Vegetarian and Jain options abundant.
The Maharashtra community
Large, long-established Indian community; Maharashtrian groups celebrate festivals publicly.
Maha-Alumni Connect lets you speak with students from your own district who studied at these very universities.
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