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Everything you need to know about studying in Canada
When should I apply for Fall 2026 intake in Canada?
Fall (Sept) is the main intake with Jan and May as secondary. Apply 8–10 months in advance: Nov 2025 – Feb 2026 for most masters, earlier for scholarship rounds. Documents: transcripts, IELTS/TOEFL, SOP, 2–3 LORs, resume, portfolio if design/architecture. Post-offer, budget 6–10 weeks for study permit + biometrics.
Which Canadian MBAs are worth it and are GMAT waivers realistic?
Rotman (Toronto), Ivey (Western), Desautels (McGill), Schulich (York), Sauder (UBC) lead. GMAT 660+ or GRE 320+ is the safe band; some schools waive with 5+ years managerial work-ex. Most Indian students bring 3–7 years work-ex; average post-MBA base is C$110K–140K plus signing bonus.
How many hours can I work part-time on a study permit?
As of Nov 2024, off-campus work is capped at 24 hours per week during term (up from 20) and unlimited during scheduled breaks. Typical hourly wage is C$16–22 for on-campus jobs and retail; TA/RA roles pay C$25–40. You need a valid SIN before you start.
What is the PGWP and did the 2024–25 rules change it?
The Post-Graduation Work Permit length matches your program: 1 year for 1-year programs, up to 3 years for 2-year+ programs. From Nov 2024, most public college graduates need a program on the eligible field-of-study list; university degree grads (bachelor's, master's, PhD) are exempt from that list. We only shortlist PGWP-eligible programs.
How employable are Indian graduates in Canada?
Placement rates at co-op-heavy schools (Waterloo, UBC, Toronto) run 85–95% within 6 months. Top recruiters: RBC, TD, Shopify, Amazon, Deloitte, EY, CGI, TCS Canada. In-demand roles: software engineer (C$85–110K), data analyst (C$70–90K), product manager (C$100–130K), nurse practitioner (C$95K+), supply chain analyst (C$70–85K).
How do I get PR in Canada after studying?
Standard route: finish an eligible program → PGWP → 1 year of Canadian work experience under NOC TEER 0/1/2/3 → apply through Express Entry (CEC) or a PNP like Ontario OINP / BC PNP. CRS cutoffs in 2025 rounds have averaged 490–540 for general draws and 420–480 for category-based draws (STEM, healthcare, French).
What scholarships can Indian students apply for?
Canada Graduate Research Scholarship – Doctoral (CGRS-D), Ontario Graduate Scholarship (C$15K, Feb–Apr), UBC International Leader of Tomorrow (up to full tuition, Dec), University of Toronto Lester B. Pearson (full ride, Nov). Most universities also offer automatic entrance awards of C$3K–20K based on admission GPA.
What IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores does Canada require?
Undergrad: IELTS 6.5 overall (no band <6.0), TOEFL iBT 86+, PTE 60+. Postgrad: IELTS 6.5–7.0, TOEFL 90–100, PTE 65+. Waivers with English-medium instruction letter are limited: do not assume, we confirm per program.
What's the real cost of studying and living in Canada in INR?
Tuition: undergrad ₹15–35L/yr, PG diploma ₹8–18L/yr, masters ₹18–38L/yr, MBA ₹40–75L total. Living: Toronto/Vancouver ₹1.4–1.8L/month, Waterloo/Ottawa/Montreal ₹90K–1.3L/month. Regions other than Quebec: C$22,895 (plus any applicable bank charges/fees from the financial institution). Quebec: C$24,617 for a single applicant. Two-year budget commonly ₹40–70L; assistantships and co-op cut this by 30–50%.
What's life like for Indian students in Canada?
Canada hosts 400,000+ Indian students (largest source country). Every major campus has an Indian Students' Association, and cities like Brampton, Surrey, Scarborough have full Indian neighbourhoods with grocery, temples, restaurants. Winters are real (–15°C in Toronto, milder in Vancouver), budget C$300–500 for winter gear in year 1.
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