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Visa Requirement and Guidelines
  • Foreign Nationals desirous of coming into India are required to possess a valid passport of their country and a valid Indian Visa. The only exceptions are nationals of Nepal and Bhutan who can enter India without a visa.
    (Note: Nepalese nationals need a visa if entering India from China).
  • To study in India it is mandatory for an international student to procure an Indian Student Visa.
  • Visas can be applied for in person or by post (in certain High Commissions/Embassies, it is responsibility of the student to check with particular embassy on postal visa application) to the High Commission of India based in the country from where the candidate intends to depart for India.
  • Applicant need to mention the name of the Institute while applying for the visa, which is then mentioned on the visa.
  • International students taking admission at Lovely Professional University should make sure that the Student
    Visa is endorsed to Lovely Professional University by the visa issuing authority.
  • A request for change of university or institution subsequently made cannot be considered. In this case you would be required to go back to your home country and apply for a new visa.
  • Also, if you have entered India on basis of documents provided by the University then it is your responsibility to ensure that you directly join and report to the University. The Visa endorsed on the name of the University or obtained on the basis of University documents cannot be used for any other purpose like employment , admission to any other university/college/institute/academy etc or for non-regular (distance/online) mode of education.
  • After reaching the university students have to get the visa verified by the University and have to deposit a copy of the valid visa.
  • It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that throughout his/her study period student is on valid visa.
  • In case the initial visa is not endorsed for the complete duration of the programme or student has to extend the stay because he/she is not able to complete the programme in the stipulated time then the student should apply for the extension of the visa before visa expires.
  • It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that visa should be applied well in advance and time. It generally takes 3-8 weeks to get the Indian Visa thus it is advisable to apply for the visa accordingly and consult the Indian High Commission/Embassy if required.
  • In case a student reports to the university late because of the Visa/Tickets Availability or any other personal issue, no relaxation related to attendance or any favour for completing the assignment, submitting the missed assignments, sitting for the missed examination(s), relaxation in the marks etc. will be given.
  • Students joining the university after the prescribed time period may be denied admission. In such cases the fees etc. deposited by the applicant would be forfeited and further no claim for the expense made for the travelling, visa or any other expense made or hardship suffered by the student will be entertained.
  • Even, after joining the university if the student leaves the country then it is the responsibility of the student to report back at the university on time. It some cases where visa extension is required it is the responsibility of the student to ensure to get the valid visa extension on time. In case student reports to the university late because of the
    Visa/Tickets Availability or any other personal issue then student will not be provided any relaxation related to attendance, extra time to complete the assignments, opportunity to submit the missed assignments, opportunity to sit for the missed examination(s), relaxation in the marks etc.
  • In case student is expelled from the university or the student decides to leave the programme then an affidavit has to be submitted to the university that he/she will leave India immediately and will not use visa issued on the basis of LPU documents to stay in India.
  • University may debar the student to continue attending classes or staying in the university residential facility if student does not maintain a valid visa/ FRRO or does not follow any guidelines issued by the Govt. of India/ Govt. of Punjab/University/ any other authority from time to time.
  • For loss of attendance/ academics or any expenditure so occurred because of such action by the university, the student himself will be responsible and no relaxation or benefit may be provided in such cases and all expenditure has to be born by the student.

“The following questions will be helpful for getting exact answers for the pre-determined queries in your mind related to Indian Student Visa.”

Disclaimer: Information provided here is based on data/information available on various public domains. It is the student’s responsibility to comply with all Visa or all other formalaties as defined by government from time to time. Thus it is advised to visit Ministry of External Affairs website for the most updated information and towards (Instead of towards it should be to avoid) any complications and hassles.

Visa Extensions

Question1: Who can grant extension of Employment Visa or Business Visa?

Answer:

  • First extension on Employment and Business visa is granted by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreigner’s Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi.
  • However, FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police, can grant three months extension in anticipation on production of relevant documents and simultaneously send the case for the consideration to MHA.
  • On approval of the MHA, FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police, can endorse rest of the 9 months extension.
  • Subsequent extensions, on yearly basis for next 4 more years can be granted by FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police (Except in case of citizens of China and Sri Lanka).

Question 2: Can a foreigner registered on Employment Visa change his original company/employer?

Answer:

  • No, change of original company by a foreigner who has come to India on employment visa is not allowed on the same visa.
  • The foreigner is generally required to go back to his own country and come to India again on a fresh visa.
  • However, in deserving cases and on satisfaction the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreign Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi is competent to permit such change.

Question 3: What type of visa is granted to the family members of foreigners holding ’E’ type (Employment) Visa?

Answer:

  • They are granted ‘entry’ (X) type of visa with a validity co-terminus with the validity of the visas of their spouses or for such shorter period as required or considered necessary by the Visa issuing authority.
  • However, on every approved visa extension of a foreigner on Business and Employment visa, their spouse and children can seek visa extension on co-terminus basis.

Question 4: Can FRROs/FROs/SSPs change the category of visa?
Answer:

  • FRROs can convert visa and grant extension of stay to foreign students studying up to 12th(A Level) standard, whose parents are of Indian origin or whose parents are Indian nationals on a year-to- year basis.  Same facility is also available for children of foreigners residing in India on long-term basis (studying up to 12th(A Level) Standard) on valid visas such as Employment, Business, Research, Entry Student etc.
  • However, in all other categories FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police cannot change the category of visa.

Question 5: Whether Transit Visa can be extended/converted into another visa?

Answer:

  • No, Transit visa cannot be extended or converted into another visa.
  • However, the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreign Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi, can do it on satisfaction in exceptional cases.

Question 6: Whether overstay on Transit Visa can be condoned by FRROs/FROs/SSPs?

Answer:

  • No, FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police cannot condone overstay in case of Transit visa.
  • However, in exceptional cases and on satisfaction only the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreign Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi is competent to condone the same.

Question 7: What length of overstay can be condoned by FRROs/FROs?

Answer:

  • FRROs/FROs cum Superintendent of Police can regularize overstay up to three months beyond the validity of original visa (excluding tourist visa) in case of reasonable grounds of delay. However, an overstay fee of US$ 30 (equivalent INR amount as per the prevailing exchange rate) is charged.
  • Apart from this, visa extension fee is also charged which varies from country to country.

Question 8: What is the penalty fee for overstay?

Answer:

An amount in Indian Rupees equivalent to US $30 (equivalent INR amount as per the prevailing exchange rate) plus regular fees for extension (Relevant visa fees as per duration of stay and type) is charged.

Question 9: Can diplomatic, official and UN-visas (UN diplomatic/official) be extended by FRROs/FROs?

Answer:

No, only MEA can extend these visas.

Question 10: Can a 5 years extension be given to a registered foreigner?

Answer:

Yes, 5 years visa extension can be granted for following categories of foreigners:

  • Foreigners of Indian origin, their spouses and children.
  • Foreigners living in India on valid visa continuously for last 20 years.
  • Experts and technicians coming to India in pursuance of bilateral agreements, their spouses and children.
  • Foreigners married to an Indian National, when on long term visa or when long term extension has been approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreign Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi, then further extension up to five year at a time can be given by concerned FRROs/FROs cum Superintendents of Police on production of relevant documents and satisfaction. For Bangladeshi National only one year extension is given at a time and such  Sri Lankan Nationals invariably require approval of the Ministry of Home Affairs, Foreign Division, Jaisalmer House, 26, Man Singh Road New Delhi for all extensions)

Question 11: When extension of a foreigner is under consideration with Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), he/she is given three months extension, if he travels abroad and comes after expiry of three months extension, will he be given entry?

Answer:

  • In such case a foreigner should obtain a fresh short-term visa from Indian Mission abroad to enter into India after expiry of initial 3 months.

If the foreigner does not obtain fresh visa and comes to India after expiry of his regular extension, then he/she would be treated as entering India without visa.

Disclaimer: Information provided here is based on data/information available on various public domains. It is the student’s responsibility to comply with all Visa or all other formalities as defined by government from time to time. Thus it is advised to visit Ministry of External Affairs website for the most updated information and towards any complications and hassles.

Arrival

Pick Up Facility

Lovely Professional University - LPU provides complimentary pick up to its new international students, interested students can avail this complimentary pickup facility by Login to the admission portal admit.lpu.in using their email ID and Password and fill up the arrival details at least one week before the date of arrival in India.

The facility is available from following Airports up to 20th August 2024:-

Location Airport Name Distance from LPU Travel time to campus by road (Approx.)
New Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport 370 km 7 Hours
Chandigarh Chandigarh Airport 175 km 3 Hours
Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International 70 km 2 Hours
Ludhiana Ludhiana Airport 60 km 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Adampur Adampur Civil Airport 35 km 45 Minutes
Complimentary Pick up Terms and Conditions

Terms and Condition for availing complimentary pickup facility

  • The Complimentary pick up is the additional facility provided by the university and students cannot claim it as their rights.
  • The student has to fill the details on the application portal at least 1week before the date of arrival in India.
  • The pickup facility would be provided in case students are coming in groups and in case of smaller groups, the pickup may be denied. In such cases, the student would be informed within 72 hours of their arrival in India. In such cases, students will have to arrange the transports themselves and approximate cost and option of travel can be checked from the Joining related FAQs. It is suggested that you should provide correct contact details on the form.
  • The complimentary Pickup service facility is only for new students of July/ August 2024 Batch.
  • In case of any person accompanying that will not be considered under the complimentary pickup service and has to bear the cost
  • In case of any family member is accompanying the student, the transport cost for that member has to be borne separately by the student.
  • In case of any family member is accompanying the student, the transport cost for that member has to be borne separately by the student.
  • The pickup service will be in morning/ day time, book your tickets accordingly.
  • In case of any delay/ schedule change/cancellation of flight, inform the university at least 24 hours before your travel to India.

Pre Arrival Information

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The following points will give you a quick preview of what all should be taken care of before you look forward to depart their home country:

  • Ensure that you obtain visa from Indian Embassy/ High Commission.
  • Also assure that you meet Medical fitness standard before you leave your country.
  • Also ensure that you have taken all the required vaccinations (Typhoid Vaccine, Hepatitis Vaccine), to avoid medical complications while you are in India(though it is not mandatory).
  • If there are certain medicines that you are supposed to consume due to any medical reason prescribed by a doctor please carry them along. It is also suggested to carry the prescription of that medicine for any further reference.
  • Request and register with the University International Office for the pick service from the Airport at least two weeks prior to arrival and provide the complete details of flight.
  • Also ensure that you bring the letter of admission issued by the University.
  • Make sure that you carry the originals, copies of your certificates/degrees and 10 passport size photographs.
  • Ensure that your fee has been received by the University and you should carry the fee receipt.
  • You can carry all your money in form of Travellers Cheques, which can be easily redeemed at the airport as well as a number of foreign exchange offices and banks.
  • Keep all the valuables, important documents (Passport, Visa papers) in the Cabin baggage, to avoid the possibility of their getting misplaced during transit.
  • Keep all the contact phone numbers handy in case of need.
  • Temperature ranges between 35 – 45 degree Celsius during summers and 5 – 20 degree Celsius during winters. Here the winter season starts around October or November so the warm material (blankets, quilts, woolens, etc) must be brought accordingly.
  • Whilst everything is available in India, however try to get all that you would require during the initial few days. All the essentials can be availed from the University tuck shops.
  • The electric standard in India works on 240 V. So, ensure that you have an adapter for your mobile or laptop if it operates on a different voltage in your country. Also the electric sockets are 2 or 3 pin so ensure that you carry a converter in case required.

The following material should not be brought:

  • Multimedia Mobiles
  • Iron
  • Camera
  • VCR
  • Kettle
  • Other Electrical Appliances
Post Arrival Information

On your arrival in India, there are certain points that you should keep in mind.

Customs Formalities: Foreign students in India are generally required to make an oral baggage declaration of the possession of baggage and foreign currency as soon as they land in India.
Under this they are also required to obtain the Currency Declaration Form from the Customs. The students should also fill in the Disembarkation Card (Arrival card) handed over to them by the airline during the course of the flight. Clearance:
There are two channels for clearance:
  • Green Channel: For passengers not in possession of any dutiable articles or unaccompanied baggage.
  • Red Channel: For passengers in possession of dutiable articles or unaccompanied baggage or high value articles. High value articles are to be entered on the tourist Baggage Re-Export Form.

LPU arranges for pick-up facility for the international students in group of minimum 8 students from Delhi or Amritsar Airport on the designated dates. To avail this facility a student must request and register for the service at least two weeks prior to arrival and provide the complete details of flight. Also pick-up facility is offered to all international students from the Jalandhar or Phagwara railway station or bus terminals, for which prior information and registration is mandatory.

Once an international student is settled, he/she should complete the following formalities and paperwork:

Registration All international students must register themselves with the International Office of LPU
Admission Formalities The International Office of the University should be contacted to take care of the admission formalities. Medical Examination and HIV Test All international students coming to India for studies need to go through a medical test for HIV. The Foreigner’s Regional Registration Office (FRRO) requires this test as a pre-requisite for obtaining the residence permit form. 

Registration with FRRO All International students who have come to study in India need to get themselves in The Foreigner’s Regional Registration Office (FRRO) within 14 days of arrival in India (not applicable in the case of Bhutanese and Nepalese students). The University’s International Office helps and guides the students in the registration.

After LPU

Pursuing Further Studies (Post Graduation or Masters Degree)

If a student wishes to pursue further studies he/she can choose any field (preferably most compatible field to graduation level of  study) from a wide range of programmes/courses offered by LPU. For helping international students in this, LPU offers counselling services; and advises them for better options available and provides every type of possible guidance related thereto.

Student Visa Information
International students who wish to study in India should obtain a Student Visa before travelling to India. Once the student has been issued a provisional eligibility letter to study at Lovely Professional University, he/she should immediately apply for  Student Visa. He/she should apply for a student visa before coming to India by contacting the Indian Mission in his/her home country. The Indian Mission will be able to tell the average turnaround time for a visa application.

As a part of the application process for a Student Visa, a student would be required to produce a Provisional Eligibility Letter from the University as a proof f his/her eligibility.

Note: International students should make sure that the Student Visa is endorsed to Lovely Professional University by the visa issuing authority.

For more information please contact the Indian mission in your home country.

Click Here for information on Visa Extension and Other Indian Immigration services:

Grabbing a Job

If a student wishes to pursue further studies he/she can choose any field (preferably most compatible field to graduation level of  study) from a wide range of programmes/courses offered by LPU.
Attaining a job after graduation is a dream of every student. If an international student wishes to work after graduation, LPU helps him/her find a job through career counselling and guidance. LPU graduates are highly regarded among employers worldwide. So whether an international student prefers to stay in the India or go back to home country, he/she will get many job opportunities.

The following support and services are provided to the students to help them find jobs:

  • Resume Writing and Development
  • Career Counselling
  • References and Recommendations
  • Information about suitable companies available to work with
  • Information about upcoming Placement Drives, Job Openings, Interview Schedules, Online application for jobs and form filling
  • Personality development lectures, seminars and workshops and many more services
Indian Work Permit : Click here to view details
Visa Extension on Employment : Click here to view details
Travel
To get the cheapest tickets, you have to book early, at least several weeks in advance. You can often find very cheap tickets on the Internet, on the websites of either travel companies or the airlines themselves.
Sending your belongings home

If you have been in the India for a long time, you probably have more things now that you could carry on a plane or other form of transport. Check with the travel agent or airline about weight or size limits for luggage. Paying for excess luggage on the plane can be very expensive. Sending it by ship or by rail is often cheaper, but be careful to choose a company which has a good reputation and is reliable. Check if the price includes insurance to cover any loss or breakages. If you have items you do not need or do not want to take home, such as furniture, textbooks, a computer, etc., you could sell these to other students, or in the local dealers; or give them in charity.

Notification of your departure

  • Obtain a No Objection Certificate from the University. The student has to clear all his dues such as residential facility, mess charges, library dues etc. before this certificate is issued.
  • The student should complete the customs’ clearance form (obtaining from the Income Tax Office) after closing his bank account.
  • Obtain a written permission or ’no objection’ to leave India from FRRO in the FRRO registration booklet.
  • Every foreigner who is about to depart finally from India must surrender his Certificate of Registration either to the Registration Officer of the place where he is registered or of the place from where he plans to depart or to the Immigration Officer at the Port / Check post of exit from India.
  • All persons, except nationals of Bhutan and Nepal, leaving by air, road or rail have to fill in an Embarkation Card at the time of departure.
Career considerations
To help you in your professional life back in your home country, it can be very helpful to have references from LPU, India. At least a month before you leave, contact a few people who can comment on your abilities and your work (such as an academic supervisor or employer) and ask them for a written reference.
Additional considerations

To help you in your professional life back in your home country, it can be very helpful to have references from LPU, India. At least a month before you leave, contact a few people who can comment on your abilities and your work (such as an academic supervisor or employer) and ask them for a written reference.

What else do I need to think about?
Before you came to the India, you probably expected that you would need time to get used to the language, the different foods, the weather and new ways of doing things. Many students are surprised to find that they also need a period of adjustment when they return to their home country. Although you may think that it will be easy to go back to familiar relationships and patterns of behaviour, you may have some difficulty settling back in and need time to adjust.