Question 1

How much does it cost to study in Ireland for Indian students in 2026?

Accepted Answer

For 2026, non-EU tuition at Irish universities typically runs €10,000–€25,000 per year, with medicine reaching €30,000–€55,000. Living costs add about €1,000–€1,800 per month (Dublin highest; Cork, Galway, Limerick and Maynooth cheaper). A one-year Master's plus living usually totals around ₹25–35 lakh — often lower than two-year degrees elsewhere because Irish Master's take just one year.

Question 2

How much proof of funds is required to study in Ireland in 2026?

Accepted Answer

You must show at least €10,000 for your first year of living costs — with a clear 6-month banking history or an approved €10,000 Education Bond — plus proof you have paid at least €6,000 or 50% of tuition (whichever is higher). From 2026 the funds must be clearly accessible; locked fixed-term deposits may be rejected. You apply online via AVATS and submit documents at VFS Global; processing takes about 4–8 weeks.

Question 3

What is the Stamp 1G post-study work visa in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Ireland's Third Level Graduate Programme (Stamp 1G) gives Level 8 Bachelor's graduates 12 months and Level 9+ Master's/PhD graduates up to 24 months to work full-time in any job while seeking a skilled role — no job offer needed on arrival. Securing a qualifying job lets you move to a Critical Skills or General Employment Permit, leading toward Stamp 4 and long-term residency.

Question 4

Can international students work while studying in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

Yes. On a Stamp 2 permission you can work up to 20 hours per week in term time and up to 40 hours per week in the holiday periods (June–September and 15 December–15 January). Ireland's national minimum wage is €14.15 per hour from January 2026, among the highest in Europe, so part-time work meaningfully offsets living costs — but should remain a top-up, not your main funding.

Question 5

What are the top universities in Ireland for Indian students?

Accepted Answer

All eight Irish public universities rank in QS 2026. Trinity College Dublin leads at #75, followed by University College Dublin (#118), University College Cork (#246) and University of Galway (#284). Other strong options include DCU, University of Limerick, Maynooth University and TU Dublin, plus RCSI for medicine. Several offer India-specific scholarships.

Question 6

What scholarships are available for Indian students in Ireland?

Accepted Answer

The flagship Government of Ireland International Education Scholarship (GOI-IES) covers full tuition plus a €10,000 living stipend for one year (September starters only, highly competitive). University awards include the UCD V.V. Giri Scholarship for Indian students (50–100% tuition), Trinity Global Excellence, UCC India scholarships and Postgraduate Entrance Scholarships. Abrodify helps students apply for those they qualify for.

Question 7

Is there a PR pathway in Ireland after studying?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The route is Student (Stamp 2) → Stamp 1G post-study work → Employment Permit (Critical Skills or General) → Stamp 4 / long-term residency. Critical Skills permit holders can apply for long-term residency after about 21 months, and citizenship after five years of legal residence — among the faster routes in the EU, especially for IT and pharma where Ireland has skills shortages.

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