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Study in Netherlands

English-taught degrees, an international culture and strong links with industry.

₹ reality check · checked October 2026

One year of a master's in Netherlands, from about ₹30.4 lakh.

Lowest published tuition plus the official living-cost figure, at ₹106.08 per EUR. Top universities and big cities cost more; your counsellor helps you work out your own figure.

Intake calendar

When you can start

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Highlighted months are intakes. Start preparing 9 to 12 months before. Get your dated 12-month plan →

Parents' corner

What parents should know about Netherlands

  • Plan about €1,131 a month for living costs, plus tuition.
  • Housing shortage is serious in big cities; book very early.
  • University handles the visa, which reduces paperwork errors.
  • Students must pass 50% of credits yearly to keep the permit.
  • Dutch society widely speaks English; daily life is manageable.
Why Netherlands

Why Indian students choose Netherlands

1

Wide choice of English-taught programmes

2

Job-search year after graduation

3

Strong research universities

Key facts · checked October 2026

Netherlands in four numbers

Tuition
€13,500 (about ₹14.3 lakh) to €17,500 (about ₹18.6 lakh) a year (bachelor's)
Money to show for the visa
€13,569 (about ₹14.4 lakh) per year
Work while studying
Up to 16 hours a week; employer needs a work permit (TWV)
After graduation
Orientation year (zoekjaar) for highly educated persons: 1 year, not extendable

Student visaCost of studyingProof of fundsPart-time workWork after graduationScholarships

For parents

One accountable person, and a plan you can see.

  • Total cost in rupees before you commit, including living costs
  • Regular updates from the same counsellor
  • Safety, accommodation and support after arrival planned in advance
Application & Admission Support

Shortlist, applications, SOP, funds and visa, with one counsellor for the whole intake.

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Free Netherlands guide (PDF)

Costs, intakes, funds, visa steps and checklists for Netherlands, checked against official sources.

Free consultation

Plan your Netherlands admission.

The first consultation is free. Leave your number and a counsellor will call you back, usually the same working day (Monday to Saturday).

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Studying in Netherlands: common questions

Is Netherlands good for Indian students?

English-taught degrees, an international culture and strong links with industry. Indian students choose it because: wide choice of english-taught programmes; job-search year after graduation; strong research universities.

When are the intakes in Netherlands?

The main intakes are September and February (some programmes). Start preparing 9 to 12 months before your intake.

Which courses are popular in Netherlands?

Popular choices for Indian students include Business, Data Science, Engineering, Logistics.

Do I need to know the local language for Netherlands?

English-taught programmes are common; Dutch helps in daily life.

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