10 Cheapest Countries to Study Abroad for Indian Students

How to Choose a Country to Study Abroad?

Choosing a suitable country to study overseas is vital for one's career. Moreover, the country is more than its people when you are going there as a student rather than a tourist. A nation has a lot to offer to foreign students. This includes a good infrastructure and healthcare as well. To select the best nation to study in, one must do the following:

• Know What You Want
• Research Well
• Check Eligibility
• Look for Future Scope
• The above pointers are in detail below:

Know What You Want

Firstly, there is a great benefit to knowing what you want. If you are aware of your needs and wants well, you cannot deviate from your goals. Thus, you must know what you want from a foreign nation where you wish to study further. In addition, it includes if you want to work there or not. Moreover, it is also about your future career ambitions. The list of questions that you need to ask is here to help you:
1. What course do I want to pursue?
2. Is that course famously available in that country?
3. What do I want to do after studying that course?
4. Does that nation offer me a good platform to pursue that dream?
5. Does the quality of education and infrastructure offered in this nation facilitate my goals?
You must ask yourself these to figure out what you want from a foreign country.

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Research Well

Secondly, research properly to know if the country is eligible for you or not. If there are perks of studying in a nation and they align with your goals, you have a match! Are there enough research labs to aid your curious side? Are there world class professors to teach you life? Also, are there any famous museums around to soothe your inner historian? It would be wise to check out and take note of these details before making a decission. In addition, look for the cheapest country to study for Indian students. Moreover, you would also need to compare the costs of living and tuition fees as per your budget.

Check Eligibility

Thirdly, when you decide on the country and course, see if you qualify. Every country has a set of rules to let international students enter (or not). Moreover, there are requirements for courses, university, and visa. There are also criteria for getting a scholarship, study loan, or grant. Thus, it is best to gather all the paperwork required and keep track of any updated information. Finally comes the budget- A hard pill to swallow. However, you must check the cost of living and other expenses before you decide where to study. After checking, verify if you can afford the same or not. 

Look for Future Scope

Fourthly, the course and country you choose to study can help you make a career. However, for that, you must check the future career prospects in the country for your choosen course. Also, it would be wise to take a look at the hourly wages for full time and part time work in the country. The future scope is also determined by the level of technology they use in the nation. The advancement of the same will lead to the creation of more and better jobs. However, many countries offer historical significance and a cheaper alternative course. Moreover, "which country is cheaper than India to study?" is the real question! Besides, keep note of the fact that cheaper is not always better.
These are the various factors you can rely on to find the most suitable country to study. However, there could be more than this list that you can refer to them as per your requirements. Moreover, every country has its specs about currency, affordability, education system quality, etc.
Now, let us explore these for the cheapest countries to study abroad for Indian students. The list below will state every detail for each one of them and make it easy for you to compare.

10 Most Affordable Countries to Study Abroad

There is a great reason behind looking for the cheapest countries to study abroad. Students need to consider the factual information before making a decision on the country's university. The countries listed below have all the details about tuition fees, available colleges, and cost of living. The 10 cheapest countries to study abroad for Indian students are:

Germany

Firstly, we have Germany. There are many free universities that provide low-cost education. Moreover, there are part time jobs like student assistant or helper with monthly average salary of €1000-1150. Entrance exams like IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, and GRE must be taken to study in Germany. Moreover, learn how it is one of the cheap countries to study for Indian students.

1. Cost of Living in Germany

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	€600
Food and Groceries	€300
Electricity/Water/Gas	€90
Transport	€60
Entertainment	€150
Health Insurance	€90
Miscellaneous	€90

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	€13.45

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
Technical University of Munich #37	UG: 2,000 to 3,000 EUR PG: 4,000 to 6,000 EUR
University of Heidelberg #87	UG: 380.15 EUR PG: 380.15 EUR
Free University of Berlin #98	UG: No fees PG: 0 to 4080.11 EUR
RWTH Aachen University #106	UG: No fees PG: No fees
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology #119	UG: 1,500 EUR PG: 1,500 EUR
Humboldt University of Berlin #120	UG: No fees PG: No fees
Technical University of Berlin #154	UG: No fees PG: 0 to 19,750 EUR
University of Freiburg #192	UG: 3000 to 4000 EUR PG: 3000 to 4000 EUR
University of Hamburg #205	UG: 3000 to 4000 EUR PG: 4881 to 14,563 EUR

3. Scholarships to Study in Germany

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst) Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY:  Scholars from all nationalities can avail this. It is given on the basis of academic merit. AWARD: It is granted to UG, PG, and PhD students.  The amount varies for every program and institution
Humboldt Research Fellowships for Postdoctoral Researchers	ELIGIBILITY:  It is only for PhD programs from all over the world. This fellowship is for researchers. AWARD: € 2,650 is granted every month for 6 to 24 months.  It includes monthly expenses, transportation, and health insurance.
Marie Skolodowska-Curie Actions	ELIGIBILITY: Students from any part of the world can apply. AWARD: Grants € 3000 per month with € 600 for transport allowance.
Deutschland Stipendium	ELIGIBILITY: scholarship amount varies as per the student’s potential AWARD: Grant € 150 per month to every student. € 300 per month for one most meritorious student.
AICES scholarships-RWTH Aachen University	ELIGIBILITY: Researchers from any country of the world can apply. AWARD: A monthly stipend of € 2000 is granted to PhD students.

Norway

Secondly, we have Norway which is the cheapest country to study from India. The tuition fee in this country is either minimal or negligible. Moreover, there are part time jobs with 20 hours per week timing. The average monthly salary for part time jobs like part time instructor, book seller, or teacher is NOK 7,793. Furthermore, there are many famous programs like biotechnology, digital media, etc.
For these, you must take exams like IELTS or TOEFL.
Take a look at the following tables to get an idea of how Indian students can live in Norway.

1. Cost of Living in Norway

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	9,303 - 13,274 kr
Food and Groceries	approx. 720 kr
Electricity/Water/Gas	2,211 kr
Transport	800 kr
Sports and Activities	150 - 500 kr
Health Insurance	2782 kr PER YEAR
Miscellaneous	1076 kr
1 liter Gasoline	21.57 kr
Mobile Phone	436 kr

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	200 - 399 kr

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
University of Oslo #117	UG: 180,000 - 260,000 kr PG: 191,000 - 276,000 kr
University of Bergen #281	UG: 190,000 - 380,000 kr PG: 190,000 - 380,000 kr
Norwegian University of Science and Technology #292	UG: 150,000 - 490,000 kr PG: 150,000 - 490,000 kr
University of Tromso #577	UG: 48,200 kr PG: 55,200 kr
University of Stavenger -	UG: 80,000 kr PG: 0 - 1670622 kr
University of South Eastern Norway -	UG: 83018.32 - 106737.84 kr PG: 106737.84 - 225335.44 kr
University of Agder -	UG: 130,000 - 380,000 kr PG: 130,000 - 380,000 kr

3. Scholarships to Study in Norway

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
The ERASMUS+ Grant	ELIGIBILITY: The full-time course must be of at least 3-12 months. The training programs must be of 2-12 months. AWARD: Grants 2960.12 - 10,064.41 kr per month.
Wilhelmsen Foundation Scholarship Programme	ELIGIBILITY:  The student must be enrolled for a master’s course at BI Norwegian Business School.  Prepare a scholarship letter that must include the future career goals and methods to contribute to the field you are studying. Also, mention your financial status and family background. AWARD: Grants 150 kr per year

Switzerland

Thirdly, there is the land of delicious chocolate, Switzerland. It is a small nation with 12 renowned educational institutes. Four of these have made it to the QS World University Rankings. Furthermore, a student can apply for part-time jobs like freelancers and a campus tour guide, which can help you earn 2200 Fr. 
You need to work 15 hours per week. Take a look at the tables below to learn what it is like to live in Switzerland.

1. Cost of Living in Switzerland

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	1400 - 1800 Fr.
Food and Groceries	400 - 600 Fr.
Electricity/Water/Gas	237 Fr.
Transport	80 Fr
Sports and Activities	19 - 77 Fr.
Health Insurance	200 - 400 Fr.
Miscellaneous	89 Fr.
1 liter Gasoline	1.88 Fr.
Mobile Phone	49 Fr.

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	25 - 30 Fr.

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
ETH Zurich #7	UG: 2100 Fr. PG: 4988.38 Fr.
EPFL #36	UG: 1600 Fr. (Approx) PG: 1096.78 Fr.
University of Zurich #91	UG: 1600 Fr. (Approx) PG: 1294.12 - 64002.21 Fr.
University of Bern #126	UG: 1669.20 Fr. PG: 2193.56 Fr.
University of Geneva #128	UG: 1041.94 Fr. PG: 1009.04 Fr.

3. Scholarships to Study in Switzerland

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
ETH Zurich Excellence Master’s Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY:  Only applicable for master programs at ETH Zurich University. AWARD: Grants 6,000 Fr. per semester. (there are 2 semesters in a year) In addition, there is a tuition fee waiver.
EPFL Excellence Fellowships for Master’s Student	ELIGIBILITY:  Only students willing to pursue a master’s degree. AWARD: A stipend of 16,000 Fr. per year
Graduate Institute Geneva Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY:  Must be enrolled in the Graduate Institute. Given on academic excellence.  Might include an offer of working as a teaching assistant or a tuition fee reduction. AWARD: It offers full and partial scholarships of 20,000 Fr. and 10,000 Fr. respectively.

Australia

Fourthly, there is an all-summer Australia! It is home to some of the most student-friendly cities in the world. For instance, the cities of Perth, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, etc.

Moreover, you can also work part-time for a weekly salary of 406 AUD. You can work as a delivery man, personal tutor and more. Look at the tables below to understand what it is like to live and study in Australia.

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1. Cost of Living in Australia

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	2,340 AUD
Food and Groceries	400 - 500 AUD
Electricity/Water/Gas	325 AUD
Transport	170 AUD
Sports and Activities	22 - 80 AUD
Health Insurance	70 AUD
Miscellaneous	148.23 AUD
1 liter Gasoline	1.90 AUD
Mobile Phone	43 AUD

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	59 AUD

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
University of Melbourne #14	UG: 38,798.27 AUD  PG: 22,170.44 AUD
University of New South Wales #19	UG: 40,645.81 AUD PG: 58,000 AUD
University of Sydney #19	UG: 56,000 AUD PG: 47,000 AUD
Australian National University #34	UG: 38,798.27 AUD PG:  36,950.74 AUD
Monash University #42	UG: 50,200 AUD PG: 44,800 AUD
University of Queensland #72	UG: 51,200 AUD PG: 85,000 AUD
University of Western Australia #72	UG: 45,500 AUD PG: 65,000 AUD
University of Adelaide #89	UG: 49341.20 AUD PG: 49883.49 AUD
University of Technology Sydney #90	UG: 59121.18 AUD PG: 48035.96 AUD
Macquaire University #130	UG: 62816.25 AUD PG: 45,000 AUD

3. Scholarships to Study in Australia

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
Australian Government Research and Training Program	ELIGIBILITY:  Must be a research student. AWARD: Grants 34,000AUD per year Covers tuition fees and health insurance.
Australia Awards Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY:  Valid for UG and PG programs at universities involved with Australia and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) Institutions. AWARD: Covers tuition fees, airfare, cost of living, and health cover (OSHC- overseas student health cover) for 2 years.
Destination Australia Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY: Study in regional Australia. AWARDS: Offers 15,000 AUD yearly with an additional 1,500 AUD for promotional assistance.

Ireland

Fifthly, there is this Island country in Europe. It is also famous among Indian students. It is a country in North Western Europe with many popular colleges. Besides, there are part-time jobs like social media or being a healthcare assistant for 400 EUR weekly. You need to work for 20 hrs a week. Moreover, English is one of the primary languages used there. So, you must take IELTS, TOEFL, or any other English test. Explore life in this country using the following tables.

1. Cost of Living in Ireland

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	1420 - 1644 EUR
Food and Groceries	350 - 400 EUR
Electricity/Water/Gas	213 EUR
Transport	100 - 115 EUR
Sports and Activities	12 - 47 EUR
Health Insurance	150 - 180 EUR
Miscellaneous	200 EUR
1 liter Gasoline	2 EUR (approx.)
Mobile Phone	21 EUR

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	30 - 100 EUR

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
Trinity College Dublin #81	UG: 15655 EUR PG: 26838.14 EUR
University College Dublin #171	UG: 29,000 EUR PG:14,220 EUR
National University of Ireland, Galway #289	UG: 10064 EUR PG: 12300.82 EUR
University College Cork #292	UG: 16773.84 EUR PG:  45848.50 EUR
University of Limerick #426	UG: 15655.58 - 24601.63 EUR PG: 15655.58 - 24601.63 EUR
Dublin City University #436	UG: 12,600 EUR PG: 17,600 EUR
National University of Ireland, Maynooth #801 - 850	UG: 10064.30 EUR PG: 12300.82 EUR
Technological University Dublin #851 - 900	UG: 3250 - 4450 EUR PG: 911650 - 12500 EUR

3. Scholarships to Study in Ireland

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
Government of Ireland Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY Must be a research-based master’s program. It is given on academic skills AWARD: Covers tuition fees, stipends, and other allowances.
Fullbright Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY:  The student must have a bachelor’s degree. AWARD: It generally covers tuition fees, living expenses, airfare, and health insurance.
Walsh Fellowship for Indian Students	ELIGIBILITY:  Students with research potential with related degrees can apply. Students with a strong inclination towards agriculture and food sciences.  AWARD: Covers expenses related to research during the fellowship period.It generally covers tuition fees, living expenses, airfare, and health insurance.
Trinity International Excellence Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY:  A non-EU international student who must apply for a full time master’s program at Trinity College Dublin.  AWARD: Partial reduction in tuition fees

Sweden

Sixthly, we have another popular destination for international students. The Swedish, indeed, live a fair quality of life. However, education in Sweden is not talked about much. Moreover, you can do part-time jobs like customer service representative or tutor for 8000 SEK monthly. There is a permit to work 35 hours a week as part-time.

1. Cost of Living in Sweden

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	7300 - 10,300 SEK
Food and Groceries	2000 - 3000 SEK
Electricity/Water/Gas	1200 SEK
Transport	845 SEK
Sports and Activities	150 - 385 SEK
Health Insurance	351 SEK
Miscellaneous	350 SEK
1 liter Gasoline	20 SEK
Mobile Phone	289 SEK

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	894.28 SEK

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
KTH Royal Institute of Technology #73	UG:14632.19 SEK PG: 16972.14 SEK
Lund University #85	UG:17390.72 SEK PG:17390.72 SEK
Uppsala University #105	UG: 130820.23 SEK PG: 99423.37 - 121662.81 SEK
Stockholm University #118	UG: 10409.44 SEK PG: 16181.78 SEK
Chalmers University of Technology #129	UG: 70,000 SEK PG: 140,000 - 190,000 SEK
Goteborg University #187	UG:  91574.16 – 1,43,902.25  SEK PG: 78492.14 - 156984.28 SEK
Linkoping University #268	UG: 1131503.11 SEK PG: 183148.32 - 274722.48 SEK
Umea University #465	UG: 91574.16 SEK PG: 183148.32 - 300886.53 SEK

3. Scholarships to Study in Sweden

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
Leakey Foundation Research Grants 2024	ELIGIBILITY:  Students who wish to do research related to human origin and species. AWARD: Partially funds with up to 327,194.70 SEK
K.C. Mahindra Scholarships for PG Studies	ELIGIBILITY:  It is a merit based scholarship that focuses on Science, Business, Engineering, Medicine, Humanities, and Law related subjects. Only for Master’s AWARD: Upto 10 lakh worth of scholarships offered to the top 3 candidates. Upto 5 lakh for the remaining students. One-time scholarship
Young Women in Public Affairs Awards	ELIGIBILITY:  Only for women between the ages of 16 and 19. Preferred for work experience or leadership role. Have knowledge of zonta international and the programs it offers. AWARD: Grants 54,538.20 SEK one time A total of 37 students are awarded

Italy

Furthermore, we have a place where you can't eat ketchup with your pasta. However, you can study at some of the world's top-class institutes. Italy is a nation famous for tourist attractions. Yet, many don't know people prefer Italy to study subjects like Business Management. In addition to this, there are more like Hospitality and Tourism, and Social Science and Humanities. Italy has part-time jobs for 20 hrs a week that pay up to 560 EUR per month. Take a look at the tables below to learn what authenticity you can expect in Italy apart from pizza!

1. Cost of Living in Italy

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	568 - 761 EUR
Food and Groceries	200 - 300 EUR
Electricity/Water/Gas	201 EUR
Transport	35 EUR
Sports and Activities	9 - 50 EUR
Health Insurance	150 EUR
Miscellaneous	90 EUR
1 liter Gasoline	1.80 EUR
Mobile Phone	13 EUR

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	27 - 39 EUR

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
Politecnico di Milano #123	UG: 3885.37 - 242,975.69 EUR PG: 3885.37 - 242,975.69 EUR
Alma Mater Studiorum - The University of Bologna #154	UG: 4000 EUR PG: 3600 EUR
Sapienza University of Rome #134	UG: 2832.85 EUR PG: 2944.82 EUR
University of Parma #851-900	UG: 1000 - 3000 EUR PG: 1000 - 3000 EUR
University of Milan #276	UG: 3500 - 9000 EUR PG: 2500 - 3600 EUR

3. Scholarships to Study in Italy

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
The Lombardy Region Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY:  Candidates must not have any other scholarship in hand for the same year. Only full-time courses are acceptable They must not repeat the degree level they have studied already. The past degrees of the student must be from outside Italy. AWARD: Covers entire tuition fees One mid-day meal every day from Monday to Saturday. Partial winners are given a 50% reduction in tuition fees.
The Campania Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY:  The candidate must have either a bachelor’s or a master’s degree in engineering. AWARD: Grants 21,378 EUR for one year
The Marconi Scholarship for Communication and Journalism	ELIGIBILITY:  To be able to apply, students need to submit a sealed copy of their transcript that they received from the university.  AWARD: Grants a 50% reduction in tuition fees to undergraduates. Grants 10% to the graduate department.
Bocconi Merit and International Awards	ELIGIBILITY:  Only international students can apply. For UG applicants with academic excellence. AWARD: Grants 50% of tuition fee reduction

Singapore

Next, let us take our clouds to Singapore. Firstly, this country is becoming a safe hub of education and entertainment. Many students from India have moved to Singapore for higher education. However, you can become a part-time data entry operator or attendee, earning 2500 S$ monthly. You can work for 35 hours. You must give IELTS, TOEFL, etc., to enrol in any Singapore university.

1. Cost of Living in Singapore

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	2735 - 3692 S$
Food and Groceries	270 S$
Electricity/Water/Gas	203 S$
Transport	129 S$
Sports and Activities	15 - 140 S$
Health Insurance	920 - 5015 S$ PER YEAR
Miscellaneous	26 S$
1 liter Gasoline	2.84 S$
Mobile Phone	25 S$

	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	5 - 6 S$

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
National University of Singapore #8	UG: 30162 - 169866 S$ PG: 36678 - 103169 S$
Nanyang Technological University #26	UG: 16287.67 - 37461.65 S$ PG: 1173.97 - 60264.39 S$
Sapienza University of Rome #134	UG: 2832.85 EUR PG: 2944.82 EUR
Singapore University of Technology and Design #429	UG: 21173.97 - 60264.39 S$ PG: 29317.81 - 52120.55 S$
Singapore Management University #545	UG: 39090.41 S$ PG: 39090.41 - 58635.62 S$

3. Scholarships to Study in Singapore

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
Singapore International Graduate Award	ELIGIBILITY:  Post-graduation is necessary AWARD: Covers entire tuition fees Grants monthly stipend Flight expenses
INSEAD Syngenta Endowed Scholarship for Emerging Country Leadership	ELIGIBILITY:  Admission to INSEAD Business School’s program of full-time MBA. AWARD: Grants 21,378 EUR for one year
Amity Global Institute Merit Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY:  Must enroll for either a UG or a PG course at the university. AWARD: Upto 35 % of tuition fee waiver.

Malaysia

Furthermore, we had more than 3000 students to study in Malaysia in 2022. The nation is famous for skyscrapers and beautiful nature. Moreover, it's a mixture of rich culture, high traditional values, and technological advancements. What else do you need a place to be a great destination to study?
Furthermore, you can work part-time as a cleaner, tutor, or driver for 1500 RM, for a maximum of 48 hours per week.

1. Cost of Living in Malaysia

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	1122 - 1557 RM
Food and Groceries	600 - 900 RM
Electricity/Water/Gas	213 RM
Transport	50 RM
Sports and Activities	19 - 157 RM
Health Insurance	200 -300 RM
Miscellaneous	1200 - 2500 RM
1 liter Gasoline	3 RM
Mobile Phone	43 RM

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	14 - 70 RM

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
Univresiti Malaya #65	UG: 4947 RM PG: 14650 RM
Universiti Sains Malaysia #137	UG: 16340 RM PG: 24980 RM
Universiti Putra Malaysia #158	UG: 24550 - 200,000 RM PG: 24550 - 200,000 RM
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia #159	UG: 21173.97 - 60264.39 S$ PG: 29317.81 - 52120.55 S$
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia #188	UG: 39090.41 S$ PG: 39090.41 - 58635.62 S$

3. Scholarships to Study in Malaysia

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
Malaysia Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan	ELIGIBILITY:  The candidate’s age must be less than 45 years. Must be applying for a Master’s degree or a PhD A GPA of 3.5 on a scale of 4.0 should be there in UG IELTS score must be 6.5 or the TOEFL score must be 92 AWARD: This one covers tuition fees, travel expenses, and health insurance for 12-24 months for master's and PhD.
Malaysia Government Scholarship	ELIGIBILITY:  IELTS score must be at least 6.0. Students must be enrolled in full time PG course AWARD: The amount varies for every individual.  Granted for 12-24 months for public and private colleges and universities of Malaysia.

New Zealand

Finally, we have New Zealand as one of the safest places to study overseas. Moreover, it is one of the cheapest country for education. Moreover, you can work for 30 hours per week to get 1520 NZ$ monthly as a freelancer, driver, etc. It is the sixth-largest island nation. Hence, you can expect breathtaking scenery in several places. Besides, you must take exams like IELTS, TOEFL, and PTE to study in the country.

1. Cost of Living in New Zealand

ITEM NAME / SERVICE NAME	AVG. MONTHLY COST
Accommodation	1587 - 1877 NZ$
Food and Groceries	3600 - 6000 NZ$
Electricity/Water/Gas	228 NZ$
Transport	183 NZ$
Sports and Activities	18 - 63 NZ$
Health Insurance	810 NZ$ PER YEAR
Miscellaneous	100 NZ$
1 liter Gasoline	3 NZ$
Mobile Phone	62 NZ$

FACTOR	ONE TIME COST FOR TWO PEOPLE (THREE COURSE MEAL)
Indian Restaurant Food	15 - 25 NZ$

2. Universities and Average Annual Tuition Fee

UNIVERSITY NAME / QS RANKING	AVG. ANNUAL TUITION FEE
University of Auckland #68	UG: 3555.71 NZ$ PG: 4868.89 NZ$
University of Otago #206	UG: 35840 NZ$ PG: 26622 NZ$
Massey University #239	UG: 35840 NZ$ PG: 42250 NZ$
Victoria University of Wellington #241	UG: 35530 NZ$ PG: 42020 NZ$
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia #188	UG: 34695 NZ$ PG: 30095 NZ$

3. Scholarships to Study in New Zealand

New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIP NAME	DETAILS
New Zealand International Doctoral Research Scholarships	ELIGIBILITY: Those who wish to pursue a PhD AWARD: Covers tuition fees, annual health insurance, and a living stipend of up to 25000 NZ$.
New Zealand Commonwealth Scholarships;	ELIGIBILITY: For master’s or PhD degree only. AWARD: Covers tuition fees, cost of living, travel, and health insurance. It also gives establishment allowance.

These are the 10 most affordable countries to study abroad. However, there are many more that this list does not include. Now, let us know the ratio of Indian students studying in various countries.

Ratio of Indian Students Studying Abroad in Various Countries

The image below will give you an idea of the number of students studying abroad from India. 

To conclude, a study abroad aspirant can look for the cheapest country to study for Indian students. Yet, the thing that is common to achieve is academic excellence. Most of the scholarships mentioned above are what make these nations affordable for living and surviving. However, consulting a study abroad expert to guide you more would not be a bad idea. Moreover, Gradding.com is there to offer several types of consultancy and financial aid, i.e., study loans, scholarship advice, university shortlisting, etc.
In addition, the cheapest country to study abroad for Indian students will also have hurdles. Give us a free call to learn more about these hitches and learn how to get past and succeed with us! 

FAQs

Q1. Which Country is the Cheapest to Study Abroad for Indian Students?

Many countries offer free or low-cost education to international students. One such country is Germany with top notch public universities with 0 to minimum cost of study.

Q2. In Which Country Can I Study For Free?

You can study for free (or almost for free) in:
1. Germany
2. Norway
3. Austria
4. France
5. Iceland
6. Poland
7. Sweden

Q3. How to Study Abroad Under 5 Lakhs?

In many cheap countries to study for indian students, the tuition fee is 0. However, the students do have to pay for their living expenses and stay on their own. However, countries like Malaysia, Denmark, Norway, and France can help you study abroad under 5 lakhs.