Best language schools in India 2025

The most popular language schools in India are located in large cities, and for all their diversity, they can be divided into 2 groups:

• one-language schools 
• language centers (programs in several languages).

TOP language schools in India for international students:

As a rule, foreign students over 18 are accepted, but some schools have special programs aimed at children and adolescents - unfortunately, most often only English courses are available for them, but the child will be able to study other programs (including Hindi) in the format of individual lessons.

In addition to traditional language programs, many schools in India offer narrow focus: developing public speaking skills, business writing, and interviewing in English. Similar courses are available at an intermediate level of language proficiency.

Programs for volunteers and the English on the Way course are in great demand.

Language programs for volunteers

Such courses are offered by Rose Mount's, ILSC, Incredible English schools. The program includes not only language improvement, various seminars, but also social work: most often participants in the course are involved in working with children, people with disabilities, less often in agricultural work - the choice of direction depends on the wishes of the volunteer.

The volunteer school in India provides full board, transportation services, if necessary, any help and support.

This is an opportunity not only to gain new knowledge, but also to plunge into the culture and traditions of the local population. To participate, you must be fluent in English above average.

"English is on the way"

ILSC offers a combination of language studies and Indian culture. The program is very intensive and is designed for 2 weeks - the route passes through all the attractions of the country: Taj Mahal, Lotus Temple, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Amritsar. The unique program will not only increase knowledge of the language, but also get to know the culture, art and religion of the country.

All programs, including the study of exotic languages (Urdu, Tamil and others), are available to foreign students. All that is required is to confirm your level of English proficiency, and pass testing if necessary. Important: in some schools, communication in any other language, except for the one being studied, is prohibited, this also applies after school hours. Violators after two warnings are threatened with suspension.

There are few short-term language courses in India: most schools offer a minimum learning time of a month. If necessary, leading schools in India assist in the extension of student visas. For foreign students there is the opportunity to apply for an electronic visa. The registration process is much simpler and takes less time, but there are significant disadvantages:

• short term (30 days)
• inability to extend or replace with another type of visa
• you can get such visa type only twice a year

But for those who want to see India and combine study and leisure, an electronic visa is becoming a very convenient option.

For admission, you must provide a standard package of documents and medical insurance for the entire stay: it is really important, because in India sanitary and hygiene are quite low as well as quality of life.

Compared to language courses in Europe, prices in India are much lower. The cost of studying depends on many factors: the curriculum, its duration, additional services, and in some cases seasonality (popular language schools in India charge extra during peak periods). The minimum cost is from 7000 rubles per week (standard load of 15 lessons).

In large schools, the price includes accommodation and meals. Of course, free check-in will only be in double rooms, for a separate room you will have to pay extra.

Also, additional costs will include:

• consular fee
• educational materials
• transfer services
• food
• travelling
• mobile services.