Every year, Indian students in large numbers move to foreign educational institutions/universities for pursuing higher education. It is important to ensure that students are equipped with all necessary information concerning their departure and stay at educational institutes/universities abroad. The India Centre for Migration, a think tank of the Ministry of External Affairs, recommends the following key guidelines necessary for Indian students. The following handbook is a comprehensive tool to facilitate informed and secure migration and provides pointers to Indian students who are inclined to pursue higher education abroad. This guide will help you at every step, right from departure to your career prospects.