At a glance
What a student from Maharashtra needs to know before deciding — clearly and honestly.
The education
Public universities are affordable; IE, ESADE and IESE are globally elite business schools. English master's are growing.
The true cost
Lower living costs than northern Europe. Private business schools are the main expense.
Safety & visa
MEA status 'Normal'. A 24-month job-search/residence option follows graduation.
Top universities
A selection of universities popular with Maharashtra students, with indicative tuition.
After you graduate
Post-study work rights are the most important factor — and the most likely to change. Here is the position as of today.
Your most important post-study consideration is the right to work. Spain's current route is the job-search residence — presently up to 2 yrs.
Immigration rules, eligibility and salary thresholds change frequently and without notice. Always verify the latest official guidance before you apply, and never treat any figure here as a guarantee of future entitlement.
- 24 months to find work
- Recent migration reforms favour graduates
- Strong business-school network
ROI calculator
Enter your own numbers to see total investment and an indicative payback period. This is a guide only — not financial advice.
Spain — Master's ROI
Indicative · based on today's assumptions
Figures are indicative only and vary with fees, salaries, exchange rates and visa rules. Treat this as one data point — not conclusive evidence or financial advice.
Safety snapshot
Drawn from the live Ministry of External Affairs advisory — always re-check before you travel.
MEA status: Normal
Exercise normal precautions; beware pickpockets in tourist zones. Spanish is valuable.
Emergency contacts
Dial 112. MEA helpline: 1800 11 3090.
Register with the embassy
Register at madad.gov.in on arrival so the nearest Indian Mission can reach you in an emergency.
Food, culture & community
What to expect day-to-day — and how to feel at home far from home, as a student from Maharashtra.
Food & groceries
Indian groceries in Madrid and Barcelona. Vegetarian options are growing in larger cities.
The Maharashtra community
Indian student associations in Madrid and Barcelona; festival celebrations through the year.
Maha-Alumni Connect lets you speak with students from your own district who studied at these very universities.
Compare Spain with other destinations.
See the same degree across countries, or check the live safety status before you commit.