How do I become a study abroad consultant in India?

You'll need three things: proper training in how overseas admissions and visas actually work, tie-ups with universities and banks, and the right tools to manage students. Most people get stuck trying to arrange all of this alone. With Infigon, the certification, the 500+ university and bank partnerships, and the software all come ready, so you can go from complete beginner to running your own consultancy in about 30 days.

Do I really need experience to start a study abroad consultancy?

No. You don't need a background in counselling or education. Infigon's training walks you through admissions, visas, SOPs, and the business side from the ground up. Teachers, HR professionals, homemakers, and people fresh out of their own study-abroad journey have all started successfully. What matters more than experience is that you're willing to guide students properly, and the rest is learnable.

How much money do I need to start a study abroad consultancy?

Usually between Rs 1 lakh and Rs 5 lakh if you're setting things up on your own, mostly going into office space, software, and marketing. Partnering with Infigon removes a lot of that cost because you get the tools, the brand, and the partnerships without building each one from scratch, so your actual starting cost ends up much lower than going solo.

How much can a study abroad consultant earn?

Income comes from several streams: student admissions, education loan referrals, psychometric test sales, and paid visa or SOP services. A single successful admission can bring in Rs 50,000 to Rs 2 lakh depending on the case. Most consultants who stay active build a steady monthly income within their first year, and it grows as their student base grows.

What qualifications do I need to be an overseas education consultant?

A graduate degree in any field is enough to start, with no specific stream required. Beyond that, a recognised study abroad counselling certification is what really matters. It gives you the knowledge to advise students correctly, and it's what universities and banks look for before they'll partner with you. Infigon's certification covers both.

How long does it take to start taking students?

Most people are up and running within 30 days. The certification itself doesn't take long, and because the university partnerships and tools are already set up for you, there's no months-long waiting period to build everything. Once you're certified and your systems are ready, you can start counselling students right away.

Is certification required to be a study abroad agent?

It's not a legal requirement, so you could technically start without it, but it isn't a smart move. Without proper training you're guessing at visa rules and admission processes, and one wrong bit of advice can cost a student their year. Certification also builds the credibility that gets universities and banks to trust you as a partner.

Can I run a study abroad consultancy from home or part-time?

Yes to both. A study abroad consultancy runs perfectly well online, so plenty of people do it from home without any office at all. Because you control your own hours, many people start it part-time alongside a job and shift to full-time once the income builds up.

How to Become a Study Abroad Consultant in India

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Why Start a Study Abroad Consultancy Business?

Millions of Indian students move abroad every year, creating massive demand for trusted consultants.

With the right training and tools, you can build a high-income, future-proof business.

High student demand every year

Over 1.3 million Indian students go abroad each year, creating steady, year-round demand for trusted consultants.

Low investment, High returns

Start your study abroad consultancy with low setup cost and earn Rs 50,000-2 lakh in commission per successful admission.

Work from anywhere, anytime

Run your study abroad business online or offline with complete flexibility and location independence.

No prior experience required

Anyone can become a study abroad consultant with structured training and ready-to-use systems.

Fast-growing, future-proof industry

The overseas education industry is growing rapidly and offers long-term, scalable income opportunities.

Help students build global careers

Guide students toward the right country, university, and course for a successful international career.

Additional Sources Of Income

Along with your core counselling income, we help you Unlock Multiple Additional Income Streams through verified partners, tools, and ready systems.

Admission Commissions

Infigon Futures connects you with trusted university partners so you earn on every successful student admission.

Education Loan Referrals

We help you earn commissions through our partnered banks and NBFCs for every approved student loan.

Psychometric Test Sales

Sell career assessment tests using Infigon's AI-powered psychometric tools and earn per report.

Visa & Application Services

Infigon provides tools and guidance to help you offer paid SOP, LOR, visa, and application services.

Skill Courses & Certifications

We enable you to earn commissions by enrolling students into high-demand skill and certification programs.

Scholarship & Funding Assistance

With Infigon's support, you can offer paid scholarship and funding guidance to students.

Additional Sources Of Income

Along with your core counselling income, we help you Unlock Multiple Additional Income Streams through verified partners, tools, and ready systems.