Study Abroad vs Study in India in 2026: True Costs, Visa Realities & ROI Comparison
May 25, 2026 · 14 min · Study Abroad · By Sharanveer Singh
Financial and career comparison of studying abroad (Canada, UK, USA, Australia costing ₹80L to ₹1.8Cr) vs top Indian institutions (IITs, NITs, BITS, Thapar, DU costing ₹6L to ₹32L). Evaluates 2026 post-study work visa (PGWP) caps, permanent residency shifts, and provides a clear decision matrix for students and parents.