Asia’s education hub, just a short flight away.
Singapore combines world-ranked universities, respected polytechnics and international campuses in one of the safest and most connected cities in the world. It is close to home and a gateway to careers across Asia.
~4-hour flightfrom KeralaFree counsellingand student visa supportWhy students choose Singapore.
Singapore is a global business and technology hub, with a large Indian community and English used everywhere.
English: what you really need.
English is the main language of study in Singapore, and many institutions accept your school English marks.
Study across the Lion City.
Singapore’s universities and colleges are spread across a compact, well-connected island with excellent public transport.
- Kent Ridge
- Jurong West
- Bras Basah
- Clementi
- Tampines
- Dover
- Ang Mo Kio
- Punggol
- Downtown Core
The Singapore Student’s Pass, step by step.
International students need a Student’s Pass from the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). Your institution registers you, and processing usually takes about one to two weeks.
- Offer of admissionAccept your offer from a Singapore university, polytechnic or private institution.
- Institution registers youYour institution registers your details in ICA’s SOLAR system.
- Apply onlineSubmit your Student’s Pass application online and pay the processing fee.
- Medical checkComplete a medical examination if your course is six months or longer.
- In-principle approvalOnce approved, you receive an in-principle approval letter, which also works as your entry visa.
- Complete formalitiesPay the issuance fee and give your biometrics at ICA to receive your Student’s Pass.
What the visa side costs.
These are the official Singapore government fees for the Student’s Pass. Tuition depends on the institution and course, and we give you a clear estimate for your options.
When you can start.
Some of Singapore’s best-known institutions.
We help you find the right university, polytechnic or international campus for your profile, budget and career goals.
Nanyang Technological UniversityJurong WestFounded 1991One of Asia’s top-ranked universities, strong in engineering and science.Visit website 
Ngee Ann PolytechnicClementiFounded 1963A leading polytechnic with practical diplomas in business, engineering and more.Visit website 
Temasek PolytechnicTampinesFounded 1990A polytechnic known for design, business, IT and applied sciences.Visit website 
LASALLE College of the ArtsBras BasahFounded 1984A specialist arts and design college in the heart of the city.Visit website 
James Cook University SingaporeSingaporeAustralian campusThe Singapore campus of an Australian university, with several intakes a year.Visit website 
Curtin SingaporeSingaporeAustralian campusStudy for an Australian Curtin University degree in Singapore.Visit website Studying in Singapore: your questions answered.
Do I need IELTS to study in Singapore?
Often, no. Many institutions accept your Class 12 English marks or an English-medium degree. Some courses ask for IELTS or TOEFL. We check the exact requirement for your course.
Can I work while studying in Singapore?
Full-time students at eligible institutions, including universities and polytechnics, can work up to 16 hours a week during term and full time during vacations without a separate work pass.
Can I stay in Singapore after my studies?
Yes. When you get a job offer, your employer can apply for an Employment Pass or S Pass for you.
How long does the Student’s Pass take?
Processing usually takes about one week, or about two weeks if you also need an entry visa. You can apply up to two months before your course starts.
How much is the Student’s Pass?
The processing fee is S$45 and the issuance fee is S$60. A multiple-journey visa fee of S$30 may also apply.
Do I need a separate visa?
If you need a visa to enter Singapore, it is included in your in-principle approval letter, so you do not apply separately.
Is Singapore close to Kerala?
Yes. Direct flights connect Singapore with Kerala in around four hours.
When are the intakes?
The main intake at universities and polytechnics is in August, with January intakes at some universities and several intakes a year at many private institutions.
What are international campuses?
Some foreign universities, such as James Cook University and Curtin, have campuses in Singapore where you can earn their degrees, often with several intakes a year.
Do you charge for counselling or visa support?
No. Our counselling and support are free, and we do not charge a service fee for student visas. You only pay official costs such as tuition and Student’s Pass fees.
Ready to study in Singapore?
Talk to us for free at our Kozhikode or Kochi office, or on phone or WhatsApp. We will find the right course and handle your application and visa with you.
*Work without a work pass is allowed only for full-time students at institutions on the Ministry of Manpower’s eligible list. Student’s Pass details are from ICA and university sources as of October 2026 and may change.
