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Study in France 2026
Expert Guidance for Indian Students

ANU Education is your trusted France study abroad consultant — university selection, Campus France guidance, visa documentation, SOP support, and French language coaching. Free 5-day French demo class for every student planning to study in France.

✅ 1,100+ Students Guided✅ Free Campus France Guidance✅ French Language Coaching Included✅ Skill India Certified Counsellors
3,500+
Higher education institutions
€11k–€16k
Average Master's fees/year
400K+
International students in France
2–4 Years
Post-study work visa
🎁 Exclusive — Only at ANU Education

Free 5-Day French Language Demo Class

Every student planning to study in France gets a free 5-day French language trial — covering pronunciation, greetings, essential phrases, and daily French life. Start learning French before you even land. No other India study abroad consultant offers this.

  • ✅ Live class with C1-certified French trainer
  • ✅ Pronunciation, phonetics & everyday French
  • ✅ Level placement — find out your starting level
  • ✅ Continue to A1 → B2 → TEF if needed for Canada PR pathway

Why Study in France?

World's #1 tourist destination · Top 10 global education system · 400,000+ international students

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Grande École prestige

France's elite Grande Écoles — HEC Paris, INSEAD, Sciences Po, École Polytechnique — are globally ranked and respected by top employers worldwide.

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Affordable tuition

Public universities in France charge just €170–€600/year in tuition (heavily subsidised by the French government) — some of the lowest fees in Europe for world-class education.

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English-medium programmes

Thousands of Master's and MBA programmes are taught entirely in English. French is helpful but not compulsory for most international courses.

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Hub for fashion, arts & innovation

France leads globally in fashion (LVMH, L'Oreal, Dior), culinary arts (Le Cordon Bleu), aerospace (Airbus), and is 2nd in Europe for IT and technology.

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Strong post-study work rights

2-year APS (post-study work permit) for all graduates; 4 years for STEM graduates. Talent Passport leads to Permanent Residency after 5 years.

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Student-friendly welfare

France covers up to one-third of student rent through CAF housing allowance. Comprehensive health insurance, student meal subsidies (€3.30 per meal at CROUS restaurants).

Top Universities in France 2026

QS World University Rankings 2026 — ANU Education has guided students to all these institutions

UniversityQS 2026CityPopular ForType
Université PSL#24ParisPhysics, SciencesResearch University
Institut Polytechnique de Paris#38PalaiseauAI, EngineeringGrande École
Sorbonne University#59ParisInternational Law, ArtsResearch University
Université Paris-Saclay#71ParisMathematics, PhysicsResearch University
Sciences Po#319ParisPublic Policy, Political ScienceGrande École
École Normale Supérieure de Lyon#184LyonCognitive Sciences, HumanitiesGrande École
Ecole des Ponts ParisTech#192ParisCivil Engineering, Urban PlanningGrande École
Université Paris Cité#236ParisPublic Health, MedicineResearch University
Université Grenoble Alpes#294GrenobleNanosciences, TechnologyResearch University
INSEADTop RankedFontainebleauMBA, BusinessBusiness School

💬 Ask which university suits your profile →

Popular Courses to Study in France

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MBA / Business Administration
HEC Paris, INSEAD, ESCP
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Engineering & Technology
École Polytechnique, ENPC
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Data Science & AI
IP Paris, Université Paris-Saclay
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Fashion & Luxury Management
IFM, ESMOD, Parsons Paris
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Culinary Arts & Hospitality
Le Cordon Bleu, Glion
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Political Science & International Relations
Sciences Po
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Medicine & Public Health
Sorbonne, Université Paris Cité
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Architecture & Urban Planning
ENSA Paris, ENPC
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Arts, Film & Media
La Fémis, Sorbonne

Cost of Studying in France for Indian Students 2026

All fees in EUR · Approximate INR conversion at ₹90/EUR

📚 Tuition Fees (Average per year)
Public University (Bachelor's/Master's)
€170 – €600
₹15K–₹54K
Private / Grande École (Master's)
€10,000–€16,500
₹9L–₹15L
MBA (Top Business Schools)
€16,000–€25,000
₹14L–₹22L
Engineering (Private)
€8,000–€14,000
₹7.2L–₹12.6L
Fashion / Culinary Arts
€12,000–€20,000
₹10.8L–₹18L
🏠 Living Expenses (Average per month)
University Residence (CROUS)€780–€800
Private Student Residence€700–€1,000
Shared Apartment€400–€700
Food & Groceries€300–€500
Transport (monthly pass)€75–€100
CAF Housing Allowance (subsidy)–€150 to –€300
Total (approx.)€700–€1,200

📅 France University Intakes 2026

Main Intake — September / October
  • ✅ Widest choice of universities and programmes
  • ✅ All Grande Écoles and public universities
  • ✅ Applications open: October–March (preceding year)
  • ✅ Campus France deadlines: January–April
  • ✅ Visa processing: May–July

▶ Start preparing now for September 2026 intake

Secondary Intake — January / February
  • ⚠️ Limited universities and programmes
  • ✅ Available for select MBA and Master's programmes
  • ✅ Applications open: June–September
  • ✅ Suitable for students who missed September intake

▶ Best for Management and Business programmes

Scholarships to Study in France for Indian Students

France funds ~22,000 international students per year through government scholarships

Eiffel Excellence Scholarship

By: French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
💰 Value: €1,181/month (Master's) · €1,400/month (PhD)
Eligibility: High-achieving international students in engineering, science, law, economics, management
Deadline: January each year (apply through French university)

Charpak Scholarship

By: Embassy of France in India
💰 Value: €700–€1,000/month + travel allowance
Eligibility: Indian students in France for semester exchange, Master's, or PhD programmes
Deadline: March–April annually (apply via Campus France)

Make Our Planet Great Again

By: French Government
💰 Value: Full tuition + €1,500/month stipend
Eligibility: Researchers in climate science, environment, and sustainable development
Deadline: Rolling applications

HEC Paris Scholarships

By: HEC Paris Business School
💰 Value: €5,000–€30,000 partial/full tuition waiver
Eligibility: MBA and Master's applicants with strong academic and leadership profile
Deadline: Per intake — apply during admission process

Sciences Po Scholarships

By: Sciences Po Paris
💰 Value: Partial to full tuition waiver
Eligibility: International students demonstrating academic excellence
Deadline: March–April each year

Campus France Bilateral

By: Government of France & India
💰 Value: Varies — tuition waiver + monthly allowance
Eligibility: Students from specific bilateral programmes between India and France
Deadline: Via Indian Ministry of Education — check annual notifications

Need help applying for French scholarships? Talk to our counsellors →

France Student Visa & Documents

Step 1
Register on Campus France
Create an account on the Campus France portal (campusfrance.org). All Indian students must complete this before applying for a French visa. Select your institution and programme.
Step 2
Campus France Interview
Attend a Campus France interview at the French Institute in your city — Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, or Puducherry. The interview assesses your study motivation and programme knowledge.
Step 3
Receive Campus France NOC
After the interview, Campus France issues a No Objection Certificate (NOC). This is mandatory before you can book a visa appointment.
Step 4
Book VFS Global Appointment
Book a student visa appointment at VFS Global (French consulate's visa application centre). Submit your long-stay student visa (VLS-TS) application with all required documents.
Step 5
Visa Processing
Processing time: 4–8 weeks. The visa is issued as a Long Stay Visa equivalent to a Residence Permit (VLS-TS). After arriving in France, validate your VLS-TS online within 3 months of arrival.

ANU Education assists with Campus France registration, interview preparation, and all visa documentation. Book free counselling →

Why Choose ANU Education as Your France Study Abroad Consultant?

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Free university shortlisting
Based on your profile, budget, and field — matched to the right French university for your goals.
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SOP & document guidance
Personalised SOP writing support and complete document checklist — reduce rejection risk.
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Campus France preparation
Mock interview prep and Campus France registration guidance — most students don't know this step.
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Free 5-day French demo class
Unique to ANU — start learning French before you fly. A1→B2 available for all France-bound students.
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IELTS & French coaching
One-stop: get your IELTS, PTE, and French language coaching under the same roof.
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Pre-departure orientation
Life in France, banking, transport, health insurance, CROUS registration — we prepare you for Day 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Start Your France Study Journey Today

Free counselling · University shortlisting · Campus France guidance · Visa support · Free 5-day French demo class.

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