About International Centre
Discover why Savitribai Phule Pune University is the premier choice for international students seeking academic excellence in India.
About International Centre
Savitribai Phule Pune University attracts the largest number of international students in comparison to all other Indian Universities.
Apart from offering a multi-cultural and inter-disciplinary learning environment, one of the main reasons for studying in Pune is the manageable cost of living and the conducive environment for education.
We have around 10,000 students, from over 100 countries at the University and its affiliated colleges.
Comprehensive Assistance
The International Centre, Savitribai Phule Pune University, located on campus, assists the International Students’ Community, in acquiring information about the various courses, colleges, tuition structure, eligibility, accommodation, health insurance and the likes offered by the University. It is also operative in arranging for the students’ admissions and their overall welfare.
A Strategic Gateway
The International Centre administers the special 15% over and above quota of International Students, created jointly by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MEA & MHRD), Government of India.
The International Centre is the nodal agency that coordinates all the activities related to the admission of International Students, through a unique single-window system, established in 2001.
Single-Window System
Streamlined admission process since 2001
MEA & MHRD Alignment
Direct coordination with central government ministries
Scholarship Management
Working with ICCR for international scholarships
Bridging Global Institutions
Acting as a vital link between academic leadership and international diplomatic missions worldwide.
"The International Centre acts as a liaison between the students, the various Departmental Heads, and the Heads of Colleges and Institutions affiliated to Savitribai Phule Pune University as well as the Heads of Chancery, Embassies, Consulates, their educational counselors and their educational wings, throughout the world or with any other agencies of the Government of India or the Government of other countries."