Archive · 9 Jan 2026
Indian Students Face High 2026 Canada Study Costs
Studying in Canada is becoming more expensive for Indian students.
In 2026, undergraduate programs will cost around CAD 36,100 per year, and postgraduate programs will cost about CAD 21,100 per year.
This means Indian students will need around ₹23-24 lakh for a bachelor's degree and ₹13-14 lakh for a master's degree each year.
Living costs also vary by city, with Vancouver and Toronto being the most expensive.
Students need to plan their finances carefully to cover both tuition and living expenses, as they must show proof of sufficient funds to get a study visa.
Annual undergraduate tuition in Canada for international students is CAD 36,100, and postgraduate tuition is CAD 21,100.
Indian students will need approximately ₹23-24 lakh per year for a bachelor's degree and ₹13-14 lakh for a master's degree.
Rental costs in Vancouver and Toronto are high, with one-bedroom apartments ranging from CAD 2,500 to CAD 3,000 per month.
Montreal offers more affordable rental options, with one-bedroom apartments costing CAD 1,500-1,800 per month.
Students must show proof of sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses for at least one year to obtain a study visa.
- Who
- Indian students planning to study in Canada
- What
- Rising costs of education and living expenses in Canada
- When
- 2026
- Where
- Canada (Vancouver, Toronto, Montreal)
- Why
- Increased tuition fees and housing shortages
- Annual undergraduate tuition (CAD)
- 36,100
- Annual postgraduate tuition (CAD)
- 21,100
- Annual bachelor's cost (INR)
- 23-24 lakh
- Annual master's cost (INR)
- 13-14 lakh
- Vancouver 1BR rent (CAD)
- 2,800-3,000
- Toronto 1BR rent (CAD)
- 2,500-2,600
- Montreal 1BR rent (CAD)
- 1,500-1,800
