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ARTICLE · 10 MARCH 2026

India Young Professionals Scheme Visa: A Complete Guide

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The India Young Professionals Scheme Visa allows young Indian nationals to live, work, or study in the UK for up to two years.

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The India Young Professionals Scheme Visa allows young Indian nationals to live, work, or study in the UK for up to two years.

This visa is designed for skilled professionals aged 18 to 30 who want to gain international experience.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, you must:

  • Be an Indian citizen
  • Be 18 to 30 years old
  • Have a degree-level qualification (bachelor's degree or higher)
  • Have at least £2,530 in savings
  • Not have dependent children
  • Be selected in the visa ballot

The Ballot System: How It Works

Since there are more applicants than available visas, the UK government uses a ballot system (lottery) to randomly select candidates. You must enter the ballot before applying for the visa.

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