Indian Students in France — Administrative Guide
Campus France India (Hors-DAP) — English programmes available — ICCR and Eiffel scholarships
Key data for Indian students
| Indicator | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus France procedure | EEF required (Hors-DAP — no language test) |
| English programmes | Available at grandes ecoles and universities |
| Main scholarships | ICCR, Eiffel Excellence, BGF |
| Work authorisation | 964 hours/year after VLS-TS validation |
Campus France India procedure (Hors-DAP)
- Create EEF account on the Campus France platform
- Enter academic background and institution choices
- Pay application fees (~€100)
- Submit online — no mandatory interview for Hors-DAP
- Receive Campus France assessment for visa application
English-language programmes popular with Indian students
- Ecole Polytechnique (engineering, data science)
- Telecom Paris (digital technology, AI)
- EURECOM (data science, communications)
- HEC Paris, ESSEC, INSEAD (business, MBA)
- Centrale Supelec (engineering)
Scholarships for Indian students
| Scholarship | Amount | Application |
|---|---|---|
| ICCR | Variable | iccr.gov.in (annual call) |
| Eiffel Excellence (Master's) | €1,181/month | Via French institution |
| BGF (French Government) | Variable | Via French Embassy New Delhi |