International Students

Visa Process (Pre-Arrival)

Applying for Visa

• International students must get a Student or Research Visa before coming to India. To apply for the visa, use the Provisional Admission Letter sent by the University.
• Apply for your visa at the Indian Embassy in your home country before you travel. The average processing time for a visa can be 3 to 8 weeks, depending on the country. Ask your local Indian Embassy for details.
• Nepal and Bhutan nationals do not need a visa to enter India. However, Nepal citizens need a visa if entering India from China. Different visa rules exist for people with diplomatic or official passports. If you hold PIO or OCI status, you do not need a student visa.

For more information, contact admissions.intl@jainuniversity.ac.in or call +91 9606045274.

Documents Required:

• Completed visa application form
• Passport (valid for at least 6 months, with at least 2 blank pages)
• Provisional admission letter from JAIN (Deemed-to-be University)
• Recent passport - size photographs
• Address proof - photocopy of a utility bill, driver's license, or rental/lease agreement

Visa Process (On-Arrival)

Checklist for Arrival in India/Bengaluru as an International Student:

• Get your visa from the Indian Embassy or High Commission in your country.
• Students from African countries must get a Yellow Fever vaccination before entering India.
• If you need any special medicines, bring them along with a copy of the doctor’s prescription. Also, bring a medical fitness certificate and let the University know if you have any chronic illness.
• Carry original and copies of your certificates, admission letter, and at least 10 passport size photos (about 2 x 2 inches).
• Bring the original receipt(s) for any fees you have paid to the University.
• Carry money as Traveler's Cheques or US Dollars, which can be exchanged at airports and authorised outlets in India.
• Keep valuables and important documents (passport, visa, etc.) in your cabin baggage.
• Keep important contact numbers with you.
• India uses two-wire 220-240 volt power supply. Most outlets accept multiple plug types.
• You must get health insurance when you arrive in India. The University can help you with this.
• Follow all University rules, guidelines, dress code, and maintain decorum after arrival.

Visa Process (Post-Arrival)

• The distance from Bengaluru International Airport to the University campus is about 42 km (1.5 hours).
• Campus Address: JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), JAIN Knowledge Campus, #44/4, District Fund Road, Jayanagar 9th Block, Bengaluru - 560 069.
• Baggage claim at Bengaluru airport can take 7-45 minutes.

Transfers

Airport transfers to the University campus or hostels can be arranged for a fee if you inform us in advance. If you arrive without prior notice, you can use:

• Metered Taxi/Cab: Meru, Easy Cabs, Uber/Ola/Namma Yatri, and state-run taxi services are available at the airport.
• Bus: The "Vayu Vajra" air-conditioned shuttle bus (BMTC) runs from the airport to many city locations, starting at 06:15 and every 30 minutes till 23:05 IST.
• Some hotels provide airport pick-up if you have pre-booked accommodation.
• City maps are available at airport bookshops.

Once you arrive at the University, our staff will help you complete admission formalities, including fee submission, course briefing, class schedules, campus information, and help with FRRO registration.