India Young Professional Scheme: Work & Study in the UK! Apply Feb 20-22 – Via a Ballot System
Exciting news: Indian grads can work and study in the UK through "India Young Professional Scheme" via Ballot System. Apply from Feb 20!
The United Kingdom has launched a new opportunity for young Indians eager to live, work, or study in the country for up to two years. Through the India Young Professional Scheme, the UK will offer 3,000 visas to Indian citizens aged between 18-30. The application process will be conducted via a ballot system, open from February 20 to February 22.
Applicants must have at least a bachelor’s degree and meet certain financial criteria, including savings of GBP 2,530. They should provide personal details such as their name, date of birth, passport information, phone number, and email address.
Successful entries will be chosen randomly, and applicants will be notified within two weeks of the ballot closing. Once selected, they have up to 90 days to apply for the visa, which costs £298 (₹31,110). Additionally, they must provide biometrics and pay the visa application fee, including the immigration health surcharge.
The initiative is part of the UK-India Mobility and Migration Partnership, established in May 2021, aiming to enhance immigration laws and cooperation between the two countries.
apply for the India Young Professionals Scheme 2024, candidates must meet specific qualifications outlined below:
| Qualifications | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Age | Between 18 and 30 years old |
| Age when planning to travel to the UK | At least 18 years old |
| Education | Hold a bachelor’s degree level qualification or higher |
| Financial Requirement | Have savings of £2,530 (approximately Rs 2.6 lakh) to support oneself in the UK |
| Dependents | Not have any dependent children under the age of 18 living with or financially dependent on the applicant |
Selection Process: The selection process employs a random ballot system to ensure fairness. After the ballot closes, candidates will receive the results via email approximately two weeks later. While there’s no fee to enter the ballot, applicants should be prepared for additional costs associated with obtaining a UK visa, such as the application fee and health surcharge (£298 or approximately Rs. 31,131). Candidates need to consider these financial obligations when planning to participate in the scheme.
How to Apply for India Young Professionals Scheme 2024:
- Step 1: Visit the official website uk.gov.in.
- Step 2: Locate and click on the link for the India Young Professionals Scheme 2024 on the homepage.
- Step 3: On the scheme’s page, click on the provided link to begin the application process.
- Step 4: Fill out the application form with the required details and upload all necessary documents as instructed.
- Step 5: After completing the form, submit it and download the confirmation page for your records.
