Certificate Program in Optometry Teachers Development Program

Checked 22 August 2026: international students need full-time admission at a recognized Indian institution and a mandatory Study in India ID before applying for the relevant student visa. Current government guidance describes a multiple-entry visa for the course period or up to five years, with extensions possible under the rules. Stays over 180 days normally require FRRO registration within 14 days of arrival, generally through e-FRRO. Medical or paramedical study may require additional clearance. Submit a complete file and allow extra time for verification, referrals, holidays and requests for additional documents. The issued visa and current government instructions control.

Passport valid for the required period and passport photographs.

Completed and printed visa application plus fee evidence.

Admission letter for full-time study at a recognized institution.

Study in India ID or registration evidence required for the current route.

Institution details and evidence of tuition or fee arrangements.

Bank statements or other evidence of sufficient funds.

Current residential-address evidence and any mission-specific form.

Additional clearance or documents for medical, paramedical, research or other regulated study where required.

No fixed decision time is promised. Study in India advises applying at least two weeks before travel, but this is not guaranteed. Apply as early as the mission permits and allow extra time for verification, referrals, holidays and further documents.

Checked 22 August 2026: the official Study in India FAQ gives an approximate USD 14-118 range depending on nationality. Mission, nationality, service and surcharge rules control, so recheck the official application channel immediately before payment.