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Study in France — guide for Indian students

Affordable Europe with Housing Subsidy

🟢 Talent Passport + APS retained

Overview

France uses the centralized "Études en France" process through Campus France. The CAF housing subsidy can reduce rent by up to 40%, making it one of the mo…

Quick stats

Tuition

₹2L–12L/yr

Living

₹6L–10L/yr

Post-study work

1 year

Work while studying

20 hr/wk

Cost of studying in France

Public University: ₹2L – ₹5L / year
Grandes Écoles: ₹6L – ₹12L / year
Living Costs (Paris): ₹8L – ₹10L / year
Living Costs (Outside): ₹6L – ₹8L / year
Visa Fee: €99
CAF Subsidy: Reduces rent by up to 40%

Visa & post-study work

Master's and doctoral graduates get 12-24 month Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour (APS) for job search. Passeport Talent permit covers researchers and entrepreneurs.

Visa Type: VLS-TS (Long-Stay Student)
Post-Study Work: 1-year APS (Autorisation Provisoire de Séjour)
Financial Proof: €615 / month minimum
Campus France Interview: Required