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Canada isn't just a place to study. For Indian students who are thinking beyond the degree, about immigration, about career, about building a life, Canada has one of the most structured pathways.
Short answer
A single student outside Quebec must show CAD 23,448 a year for living costs (applications from 1 September 2026), plus first-year tuition and travel. The SDS fast-track ended on 8 November 2024. Students can work 24 hours a week off campus, and a PGWP can last up to 3 years.
What are the key numbers for Indian students in Canada?
Checked against official sources on 24 October 2026.
| Living costs to show (single, outside Quebec) | CAD 23,448 a year, plus tuition and travel |
|---|---|
| Student Direct Stream (SDS) | Ended on 8 November 2024; use the regular study permit process |
| Work while studying | Up to 24 hours a week off campus in term, full-time in scheduled breaks |
| After graduation | Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) of up to 3 years |
Sources: IRCC: proof of financial support · IRCC: working off campus
Why Canada Is Strategic for Indian Students Right Now.
Canada combines globally respected universities with a post-graduation work permit of up to 3 years, a points-based Express Entry immigration system, and a welcoming culture. If long-term settlement is part of your thinking, Canada deserves serious consideration.
What Canada Actually Costs. The Honest Numbers.
Tuition: ₹8-20 lakhs per year. Colleges (diplomas) are cheaper than Universities (degrees).
Living: ₹10-12 lakhs per year. Proof of funds: A single student outside Quebec must show CAD $23,448 a year for living costs (applications on or after 1 September 2026), on top of first-year tuition and travel.
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Where Indian Students Are Getting In.
Recent successes for Reknown Edu Services® students.
Research Universities
- University of Toronto
- UBC
- University of Waterloo
- McGill University
- University of Alberta
Top Applied Colleges
- Seneca College
- Humber College
- Conestoga College
- Centennial College
The Study Permit.
What It Requires. What Gets It Rejected.
- •Lack of "Dual Intent" clarity in SOP
- •Falling below IELTS 6.0 thresholds
- •Academic gap not properly explained
- •Program does not match previous Indian education
Our visa prep process: We audit your complete file before submission, identify every flag, and prep you for the interview until you can answer every question without hesitation.
Analyze My Canada Visa RiskWork Rights in Canada
Up to 24 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions, full-time during scheduled breaks, if you meet IRCC eligibility rules.
You Graduate. Then What?
Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): Up to 3 years for programs of 2+ years duration. This permit is "open", meaning you can work for any employer. Work experience leads directly into the Express Entry PR pools.
Funding Your Canada Education.
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships
For doctoral students ($50,000/year).
University Entrance Awards
Many colleges offer $2,000-$5,000 automatic entrance awards for high-GPA students.
Proof
Stories from the Reknown Edu Services® Wall of Results.
"Canada was my goal for PR. Reknown Edu Services® guided me through the SDS stream and helped me choose the right province for my tech career."
Prateek S.
MS Computer Science, University of Waterloo 🇨🇦
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