Study in Canada for Indian Students: A Complete Guide (2027)

Universities · Costs in INR · Study Permit · PGWP · PR Pathways · Scholarships

QUICK ANSWER — Is Study in Canada Still Worth It for Indian Students in 2027?

YES, consider study in Canada for 2027 — but with sharp caveats.

Canada is excellent for Master’s and PhD students at public universities: PAL-exempt, 3-year PGWP, clear PR pathway through Express Entry. Undergraduate and diploma applicants face 74% visa refusal rates (mid-2025 peak), tighter PGWP field-of-study restrictions, and stricter financial requirements. 

Total annual costs range from ₹35–70 lakh. The era of any Canadian college program leading to a work permit has ended.

Right institution + right program + right province = the only viable strategy in 2027.

Study in Canada for Indian Students: 2026 Key Numbers at a Glance

408,000 Study permits cap 2026

₹14.2L GIC requirement (CAD 22,895)

3 Years PGWP for Master’s graduates

475–510 CRS cutoff, Express Entry 2026

Why Canada for Indian Students? The Honest Picture

Canada consistently ranks among the top three destinations for Indian students — and for good reasons. English-medium education, a multicultural society with 1.8 million Canadians of Indian origin, globally recognised degrees, strong post-study work rights, and one of the most transparent pathways to permanent residency in the world. But 2024–2026 have brought sweeping policy changes that Indian families must understand before committing. 

Canada’s Core Advantages

• Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP): up to 3 years of open work authorisation after graduation 

• Clear, points-based PR pathway through Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) 

• No H-1B style lottery: Canada’s immigration system is merit-based and predictable 

• World-class universities with strong research output and industry connections 

• Multicultural, politically stable, safe — consistently ranked among the most liveable nations 

• On-campus and off-campus work rights during studies (20 hrs/week during term; full-time in breaks) 

• Canada–India Talent and Innovation Strategy (March 2026): new scholarships and university partnerships 

Canada vs. Other Study Destinations: Quick Comparison

Factor	Canada	UK	Australia	Germany
Post-Study Work	PGWP: 1–3 yrs open	Graduate Route: 2–3 yrs	PSW: 2–4 yrs	18-month job-seeker visa
PR Pathway	Clear: Express Entry / PNP	5-yr residence, harder	Points-based, competitive	EU Blue Card, 21 months
Avg. Annual Cost (INR)	₹35–70L (tuition + living)	₹45–90L	₹40–80L	₹10–25L (public univ.)
Language Medium	English (bilingual)	English	English	German (some English PG)
Visa Complexity 2026	High (UG), Low (PG)	Moderate	Moderate	Moderate (APS required)

Maven View

Canada used to be the default recommendation for almost any profile. That has changed. In 2026, Canada is the right choice for Master’s and PhD students, STEM profiles, healthcare aspirants, and students who specifically want Canadian PR. 

For undergraduates and diploma seekers, the math now often favours the UK, Australia, or even Germany. At Maven, we assess each student’s profile individually — there is no one-size answer anymore. 

Top Universities in Canada for Indian Students (2026–27)

Canada has 96 public universities. Indian students cluster in 10–15 well-known institutions, but mid-tier and Atlantic province universities now offer better visa approval rates, lower tuition, and faster PR access through provincial nomination programs.

University	QS 2026	City/Province	UG Tuition (CAD/yr)	PG Tuition (CAD/yr)	Strengths
University of Toronto	#21	Toronto, ON	CAD 47,000–65,000	CAD 25,000–55,000	CS, Business, Medicine, Research
UBC Vancouver	#34	Vancouver, BC	CAD 42,000–58,000	CAD 22,000–48,000	Engineering, Env. Sci, Tech
McGill University	#46	Montreal, QC	CAD 22,000–35,000	CAD 17,000–32,000	Medicine, Law, Sciences, Affordable
University of Waterloo	#112	Waterloo, ON	CAD 38,000–52,000	CAD 20,000–38,000	Engineering, CS, Co-op, Fintech
McMaster University	#176	Hamilton, ON	CAD 33,000–45,000	CAD 18,000–34,000	Health Sciences, Engineering
University of Alberta	#110	Edmonton, AB	CAD 27,000–38,000	CAD 15,000–30,000	Energy, Engineering, Business
Simon Fraser University	#323	Burnaby, BC	CAD 30,000–38,000	CAD 18,000–28,000	CS, Business, Applied Sciences
Dalhousie University	401–450	Halifax, NS	CAD 22,000–28,000	CAD 15,000–24,000	Medicine, Engineering, Atlantic PNP
University of Manitoba	601–650	Winnipeg, MB	CAD 16,000–22,000	CAD 12,000–20,000	Business, Agriculture, Low Cost, PNP

Program Selection by Profile: Maven Insight

HIGH ACADEMIC ACHIEVERS (90%+, IELTS 7.5+): Target UofT, UBC, McGill, Waterloo — these open doors to the best Canadian employers and fastest Express Entry scores. 

MID-RANGE PROFILE (70–85%, IELTS 6.5–7.0): McMaster, SFU, University of Calgary, University of Saskatchewan — excellent outcomes with more accessible admission. 

BUDGET-CONSCIOUS / PR-FIRST STRATEGY: Dalhousie, UNB, University of Manitoba, UPEI — Atlantic and Prairie PNPs have more provincial slots and less competition. A student from Bengaluru with a UNB admit can often reach PR faster than a UofT admit struggling in Toronto’s job market.

Popular Programs & Graduate Career Outcomes

Program	Duration	Starting Salary (CAD/yr)	Salary (INR/yr)	PR Pathway Fit
Computer Science / Software Eng.	UG: 4 yr | PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 65,000–90,000	₹40–56L	Excellent (STEM draw)
Data Science / AI / ML	PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 70,000–95,000	₹43–59L	Excellent
Business Analytics / MIS	PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 60,000–80,000	₹37–50L	Good
MBA (Canadian)	PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 70,000–110,000	₹43–68L	Good (age-dependent CRS)
Nursing / Healthcare	UG: 4 yr | PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 60,000–85,000	₹37–53L	Excellent (category draw)
Civil / Mechanical Engineering	UG: 4 yr | PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 58,000–80,000	₹36–50L	Excellent
Finance / Accounting (CPA track)	UG: 4 yr | PG: 1 yr	CAD 55,000–75,000	₹34–47L	Good
Agriculture / Agri-Food Sciences	UG: 4 yr | PG: 1–2 yr	CAD 50,000–70,000	₹31–43L	Excellent (priority sector)

INR conversions at CAD 1 = ₹69. Figures are indicative starting salaries for new graduates. 

Cost of Studying in Canada for Indian Students (2026–27)

According to Statistics Canada’s 2026 data, the national average tuition for international students is CAD 41,746/year for undergraduate and CAD 24,028/year for postgraduate programs. Top universities (UofT, UBC) charge CAD 55,000–67,000/year for high-demand UG programs.

Living Cost by City (Annual)

City	Rent (shared, CAD/mo)	Food + Transport	Total Living (CAD/yr)	Total Living (INR/yr)
Toronto	CAD 1,800–2,800	CAD 800–1,200/mo	CAD 32,000–48,000	₹20–30L
Vancouver	CAD 1,900–3,000	CAD 900–1,300/mo	CAD 34,000–52,000	₹21–32L
Montreal	CAD 1,100–1,800	CAD 700–1,000/mo	CAD 22,000–34,000	₹14–21L
Calgary	CAD 1,400–2,200	CAD 750–1,100/mo	CAD 26,000–40,000	₹16–25L
Ottawa	CAD 1,500–2,300	CAD 750–1,050/mo	CAD 27,000–40,000	₹17–25L
Halifax	CAD 1,000–1,600	CAD 650–900/mo	CAD 20,000–30,000	₹12–19L

Total Annual Budget: Low / Mid / High Bands

Scenario	Tuition (INR)	Living (INR)	Total/Year (INR)	2-yr Master’s Total (INR)
Budget friendly (PG, Atlantic city)	₹9–14L	₹12–19L	₹21–33L	₹42–66L
Mid-range budget (PG, mid-sized city)	₹15–25L	₹16–25L	₹31–50L	₹62–100L
Premium (PG, Toronto/Vancouver)	₹25–45L	₹21–32L	₹46–77L	₹92–154L
Mid-range budget(UG, 4 yrs, mid city)	₹18–30L/yr	₹16–25L/yr	₹34–55L/yr	₹136–220L (4 yrs)

WARNING — Hidden Costs of Study in Canada that Indian Students Miss 

1. GIC lock-in: CAD 22,895 (≈₹14.2L) must be deposited before arrival — tied up for your first year.
2. Health insurance: Ontario ~CAD 750/yr; BC ~CAD 850/yr. Factor this into your budget. 
3. WES credential evaluation: CAD 264 (≈₹17,000) for Express Entry — mandatory and non-refundable. 
4. Airfare + initial setup: Budget ₹1.5–2L for flights, deposits, and first-month essentials. 
5. Multiple language tests: IELTS Academic for admission + IELTS General for PGWP + possibly CELPIP for Express Entry. Each test costs ₹17,000–19,000. 

Scholarships for Indian Students in Canada (2026–27)

Scholarship	Amount	Level	Who Can Apply	Deadline
Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship	CAD 50,000/yr × 3 yrs	PhD only	Nominated by Canadian university; any nationality	Oct–Nov
Banting Postdoctoral Fellowship	CAD 70,000/yr × 2 yrs	Post-doctoral	International researchers; nominated by institution	Sep annually
Lester B. Pearson — UofT	Full tuition + living (4 yrs)	Undergraduate	Nominated by school; outstanding global citizens	Nov annually
UofT India Initiative (2026)	Up to CAD 100M; ~200 fully funded	UG + PG	Indian students; details being finalised	TBC 2026
UBC International Scholars	CAD 40,000–120,000 total	Undergraduate	International; strong academics + leadership	Dec annually
Waterloo International Master’s Award	CAD 12,500+	Master’s	International students; merit-based	At admission
Ontario Graduate Scholarship (OGS)	CAD 10,000–15,000/yr	Master’s / PhD	Students enrolled in Ontario universities	Jan–Feb
Shastri Indo-Canadian Fellowship	Varies (travel + living)	PG / Research	Indian students for Canada research programs	Rolling
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship	Need-based; 50% grant, 50% loan	Master’s	Students from developing countries incl. India	Mar–Apr

Study in Canada: Scholarship Reality Check

The Vanier and Lester B. Pearson are extraordinarily competitive — fewer than 200 students globally receive each annually. Treat them as a lottery ticket, not a plan. 

The more reliable path to reducing costs is securing a TA (Teaching Assistantship) or RA (Research Assistantship) at the graduate level — common at Canadian public universities and often include stipends of CAD 12,000–22,000/year plus tuition waivers. 

If scholarship funding is a core requirement, Germany’s tuition-free model at public universities is worth a direct comparison. 

Admission Requirements for Indian Students 

Academic Requirements by Level 

Level	Indian % Equivalent	Key Documents	Notes
Undergraduate	75–90%+ in Class 12 (top univs: 85%+)	Class 10+12 marks, SOP, 2 LOR	Science stream preferred for Eng/CS/Health
Master’s	65–75% min; top univs prefer 75%+	Degree + transcripts, SOP, 2–3 LOR, CV	Research programs may waive GRE with publications
MBA	60–70%+ UG + 2–5 yrs work exp	Degree, GMAT 550–680, 2 LOR, SOP	Work exp often more important than GMAT in Canada
PhD	75%+ in Master’s degree	Master’s degree, research proposal, 3 LOR	Most PhD programs fully funded via RA/TA

English Language Requirements

University Tier	IELTS (Overall)	TOEFL iBT	Duolingo
Top 50 globally (UofT, UBC, McGill)	6.5–7.0 overall; 6.0–6.5 each band	100–110	120–125
Mid-tier (McMaster, SFU, Waterloo)	6.5 overall; 6.0 each band	90–100	110–120
Atlantic / Budget universities	6.0–6.5 overall	80–90	105–115

Myths vs. Reality

COMMON MYTHS	REALITY
Any college in Canada will do for PR	Private college diplomas often lead to NO PGWP
Private colleges are cheaper + easier	Private colleges charge more, deliver less immigration value
Backlogs don’t matter much for Canada	More than 2 backlogs can affect visa approval
IELTS 6.0 is enough for all programs	Top programs require IELTS 6.5–7.0 (no band below 6.0)
Diplomas have same immigration value as degrees	PGWP field restrictions make degrees FAR superior for PR

Canada Study Permit Guide for Indian Students (2026) 

CRITICAL POLICY CHANGES — 2026:

STUDY PERMIT CAP: 408,000 total permits for 2026. Only 155,000 are new student permits (down from previous years).

PAL/TAL REQUIREMENT: UG and diploma students need a Provincial Attestation Letter before applying. Master’s and PhD students at public universities are EXEMPT from January 2026.

REFUSAL RATES: In August 2025, 74% of Indian study permit applications were refused — up from 32% in August 2023. This primarily affects UG and diploma applicants.

PREREQUISITE PERMITS: From February 2026, study permits for foundation/ESL prerequisite courses are valid for program length + only 90 days (previously +1 year).

FINANCIAL PROOF: Show 6+ months of stable bank balance history. Sudden large deposits before application are a major refusal trigger.

Study Permit Document Checklist

• Letter of Acceptance (LoA) from a Designated Learning Institution (DLI)

• Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL/TAL) — for UG/diploma; NOT required for Master’s/PhD at public universities

• Guaranteed Investment Certificate (GIC) — CAD 22,895 (≈₹14.2L) minimum

• Bank statements showing 6+ months of stable funds (tuition + living)

• Statement of Purpose / Letter of Explanation — the most important document

• Biometrics (if not previously submitted to Canada)

• Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) — Indian passport holders require this alongside the study permit

• Passport valid for the entire period of study

Study Permit Approval Rates by Profile (2026)

Applicant Type	Approx. Approval Rate (2026)	PAL Required?
Master’s / PhD at public university	70–85%	No (exempt)
UG at reputable public university	40–60%	Yes
Diploma at public college (eligible field)	30–50%	Yes
Diploma at private college	25–30%	Yes

MAVEN INSIGHT — Visa Success From 14+ Years 

The most common refusal reasons from Bengaluru applicants:

(1) Financial docs showing sudden large deposits just before application — maintain stable balances for at least 6 months.
(2) Generic SOP with no clear career logic.
(3) Program unrelated to past education without a compelling explanation.
(4) Weak ties to India — document family connections, property, and career plans explicitly. 

Our visa success rate for Canada is built on avoiding these exact pitfalls, one applicant at a time. 

Post-Study Work & PR Pathway (2026)

The Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) is the gateway between Canadian education and permanent residency. Understanding the 2026 rules is non-negotiable before choosing any program. 

PGWP Rules at a Glance (2026)

Credential	PGWP Duration	Language Required	Field-of-Study Restriction?
Master’s / PhD (any field)	3 years (fixed)	CLB 7 (IELTS Gen. 6.0 all bands)	No — all fields eligible
Bachelor’s degree (any field)	Equal to program length (max 3 yrs)	CLB 7 (IELTS Gen. 6.0 all bands)	No — all fields eligible
Diploma (2-yr, eligible field)	3 years	CLB 5 (IELTS Gen. ~5.0–5.5)	Yes — must be on IRCC approved CIP list
Diploma (1-yr, eligible field)	1 year	CLB 5	Yes — must be on IRCC CIP list
Private college diploma	Usually ineligible	N/A	Most private college programs ineligible

CRITICAL — Language Test for PGWP

Since November 2024, all PGWP applicants must submit a valid language test result (not more than 2 years old). 

ACADEMIC IELTS IS NOT ACCEPTED for PGWP. You need IELTS General Training, CELPIP General, or PTE Core. 

Book your IELTS General Training in your final semester — do not wait until after graduation. The 180-day PGWP application window closes faster than most students realise.

PGWP-Eligible Fields for Diploma Graduates (Frozen for All of 2026)

IRCC confirmed in January 2026 that the eligible fields list will not change for the full year. The approved categories are: Agriculture and Agri-food; Healthcare and Social Services; STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics); Trade and Transportation; Education (limited programs); Legal services (limited programs).

NOTABLY ABSENT: General business administration, hospitality, marketing, communications, and most arts/social science diplomas at college level are NOT on the eligible list.

Canada Study → Work → PR: The Full Pathway 

Step	Action	Timeline	Key Notes
1	Study at public DLI	1–4 years	Work 20 hrs/week during term; full-time in breaks.
2	Apply for PGWP	Within 180 days of graduation	Open work permit: 1–3 yrs. Need CLB 7/5 language score.
3	Build Express Entry Profile	After 1 yr of skilled work (TEER 0–3)	Canadian Master’s adds 15 bonus CRS points. Typical score: 440–490.
4	Get ITA or PNP Nomination	6–18 months post-PGWP	CRS cutoff 475–510 (general draws). PNP nomination adds 600 pts.
5	Permanent Residency	6 months after ITA	Full study-to-PR timeline: 4–6 years from arrival.

Student Life, Part-Time Work & Housing Reality

International students in Canada can work up to 20 hours per week off-campus during academic sessions and full-time during designated breaks (summer, winter, spring). On-campus work has no hour restrictions. 

Typical part-time earnings: CAD 16–20/hour (Ontario minimum wage: CAD 17.20/hr as of 2026). Working 20 hours/week generates approximately CAD 16,000–18,000/year — covering roughly 40–50% of living costs in mid-sized cities. 

City Comparison for Indian Students

City	Indian Community	Job Market	Cost of Living	PNP Access
Toronto	Very large (South Asian hub)	Excellent (Finance, Tech)	Very High	OINP (competitive)
Vancouver	Large (Punjabi community)	Strong (Tech, Film, Trade)	Very High	BC PNP Tech (fast)
Montreal	Growing	Good (AI, Aerospace)	Moderate (cheapest major city)	Quebec PEQ (separate)
Calgary	Moderate	Strong (Energy, Engineering)	Moderate	Alberta Advantage (improving)
Halifax	Growing rapidly	Healthcare, Education	Low	Atlantic Immigration Program (generous)

MAVEN INSIGHT — The Toronto Trap 

Many Indian students default to Toronto or Vancouver because of familiarity, large Indian communities, and brand-name universities. But in 2026, mid-sized cities like Halifax, Moncton, Edmonton, and Winnipeg are emerging as the smarter strategic choice for PR-focused students. 

Lower housing costs, less competition in the job market, generous provincial PNP allocations, and genuine shortages of skilled workers — especially in healthcare, engineering, and trades — make mid-Canada compelling. 

We have students from Bengaluru now settled as permanent residents in Halifax within 4 years of arrival. 

Is Canada Worth It in 2027? Maven’s Honest Assessment

✅ STRONG REASONS TO CHOOSE CANADA	❌ GENUINE CHALLENGES TO CONSIDER
Clear, transparent PR pathway — no lottery	Housing crisis: Toronto and Vancouver rents are brutal
3-year PGWP for Master’s graduates (best globally)	74% visa refusal rate for Indian UG/diploma (mid-2025)
Master’s/PhD visa process much smoother post-2026	Diploma-to-PR pathway severely restricted by PGWP rules
World-class universities with industry connections	Total cost comparable to UK or Australia
Multiculturalism — 1.8M Canadians of Indian origin	CRS cutoffs fluctuate — PR is not guaranteed
Canada–India partnership strengthening (March 2026)	Canadian winters are genuinely harsh (esp. for South Indians)

Who Should Choose Canada in 2027?

Profile	Recommendation	Reason
Master’s/PhD Students	STRONG YES	PAL-exempt, 3-yr PGWP, clearest PR path, smoothest visa in 2026
STEM / Healthcare / Engineering	STRONG YES	Category-based Express Entry draws, genuine labour shortages
PR as Primary Goal	STRONG YES	Express Entry is the world’s most transparent pathway for Indians
UG Applicants	CONSIDER CAREFULLY	74% refusal rate; cost rivals UK/Australia; compare alternatives first
Private College Diplomas	AVOID	PGWP effectively gone; students often left with no work permit + no PR path
Budget-First Applicants	COMPARE GERMANY FIRST	Germany public universities offer tuition-free education for qualified profiles

Final Assessment: Is Study in Canada Still Worth It for Indian Students in 2027?

Canada in 2027 is not a destination for the casual or the uninformed. It rewards strategic planning. The students I see succeeding consistently — building careers, achieving PR, building lives in Canada — are those who chose the right program level (Master’s over diploma), the right institution (public over private), and the right city (sometimes smaller over famous).

They applied with meticulous documentation, clean financials, and a compelling SOP. They are not the students who picked Canada because their cousin went there in 2018.

At Maven, our approach is to assess your profile, your budget, and your long-term goal — and then tell you honestly whether Canada is right for you, and if so, exactly which university, program, and province maximises your probability of success. Sometimes that answer is Canada. Sometimes it is Germany, Ireland, or the UK. We will tell you honestly.

MAVEN STUDENT STORY

Priya V., Bengaluru (B.E. Computer Science, 78%) — Priya came to Maven in 2024, initially set on a diploma in business analytics at a Toronto college. After our profile assessment, we redirected her to a Master’s in Data Analytics at Dalhousie University, Halifax.

Her study permit was approved in 9 weeks (no PAL required as a Master’s applicant). She graduated in 2026 with a 3-year PGWP and secured a data analyst role at a Halifax-based firm. She is now building her CRS score for the Atlantic Immigration Program and expects Canadian PR by 2027.

The diploma she originally planned would have resulted in NO PGWP under 2026 rules. One strategic conversation changed her entire trajectory.

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FAQs: Study in Canada for Indian Students

1. Is Canada still a good option for Indian students in 2027?

Yes, with important caveats. Canada is an excellent choice for Master’s and PhD students at public universities, healthcare and STEM professionals, and students with Canadian PR as their primary goal. Undergraduate and diploma pathways have become significantly more difficult due to visa caps, high refusal rates, and PGWP restrictions. Strategic program and institution selection is now non-negotiable.

2. What is the Canada study permit cap for 2026?

IRCC has set a total cap of 408,000 study permits for 2026, down from 437,000 in 2025. Of these, only 155,000 are for new students. Master’s and PhD students at public universities are exempt from the Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) requirement, giving them priority access in a tightened system.

3. How much does it cost to study in Canada for Indian students?

Total annual costs range from ₹21–33 lakh for budget postgraduate programs in Atlantic cities, to ₹46–77 lakh for premium PG programs in Toronto or Vancouver. The national average tuition is CAD 41,746/year for UG and CAD 24,028/year for PG, per Statistics Canada 2026.

4. What are the new PGWP rules for Indian students in 2026?

All PGWP applicants must now submit a valid language test result — CLB 7 (IELTS General 6.0 in each band) for degree holders, CLB 5 for diploma holders. Diploma graduates must also have studied in an IRCC-approved field. Degree holders (bachelor’s, master’s, PhD) are exempt from field restrictions. Academic IELTS is NOT accepted — you need IELTS General Training or CELPIP.

5. What is the GIC requirement for Canada student visa?

From September 2025, all study permit applicants must demonstrate CAD 22,895 (≈₹14.2 lakh) as a Guaranteed Investment Certificate — in addition to first-year tuition fees. The GIC is deposited in a Canadian bank before arrival and released in monthly installments during your first year.

6. Can I get PR in Canada after studying there?

Yes — this is Canada’s biggest advantage. The pathway: complete degree → PGWP → 1+ year of skilled work (TEER 0–3) → Express Entry profile → ITA or PNP nomination (+600 CRS points). A Canadian master’s degree adds 15 bonus CRS points. Typical study-to-PR timeline: 4–6 years from first arriving in Canada.

7. Is a Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL) required for Indian students?

Yes — for undergraduate and diploma applicants. You cannot file a study permit without a PAL from the province where your institution is located. PALs are issued based on provincial quotas. Master’s and PhD students at public universities are exempt from the PAL requirement as of January 1, 2026.

8. What is the study permit processing time from India in 2026?

Approximately 8–12 weeks for online applications from India as of 2026. Apply at least 4–5 months before your intended intake start date. Master’s and doctoral applications are often processed faster due to their priority status.

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Data sourced from IRCC (canada.ca), Statistics Canada 2026, and IRCC Immigration Levels Plan 2026–2028. Costs in INR calculated at CAD 1 = ₹62. Exchange rates and immigration policies are subject to change — always verify with official IRCC sources and a regulated immigration consultant before making decisions.

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