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The Association of Indian Universities, the organisation that awards equivalence to foreign degrees in India, has granted equivalence to Cambridge International A Levels, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Levels. This ensures smooth progression for Cambridge students who choose to study at universities in India.

India has the second-largest higher education system in the world, offering a wide variety of courses that are recognised globally. All degree courses are taught in English, and an affordable fee structure makes India an attractive destination for students.

Destination India

The brochure below provides helpful information about applying to study in Indian universities.

Destination India - using your Cambridge qualifications to study in India (PDF, 3MB)

Applying to universities in India

The video below describes Indian undergraduate admissions for students with Cambridge qualifications. It features admission leaders from Indian higher education institutions and Cambridge International students enrolled in undergraduate programmes . It is intended for schools, guidance counsellors, parents and students.

VIDEO: Applying to Universities and colleges in India. YouTube

Recognition database

Find out which universities in India recognise Cambridge qualifications by using our Recognition database

Frequently asked questions

A bank of frequently asked questions (PDF, 572KB) and answers related to recognition and acceptance of Cambridge qualifications in India.

Useful resources

Below is a collection of statements from institutions in India that accept Cambridge qualifications.

Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge O Level Recognition India (PDF, 3MB) 

Cambridge AS & A Level Recognition India (PDF, 7MB)

Studying Cambridge International A Level Physics and Chemistry helped me to develop logic and reasoning skills which are important for me – not just during my engineering course but also for my career.

Ronak Shah, former Cambridge student, India

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