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Study Hospitality and Culinary Arts in Goa, India
ADMISSION PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE), Goa, welcomes applications from international students aspiring to build successful global careers in Hospitality Management and Culinary Arts.
Admissions of international students are processed through the Study in India (SII) Portal of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and are subject to eligibility verification and approval by Goa University.
International Students seeking admission in VMSIIHE, Goa-India, will have to comply with the following procedure:-
All international applicants must register on the Government of India’s Study in India portal:
Study in India portal ↗Upon successful registration, applicants will receive a unique SII ID, which is mandatory for admission and visa-related formalities.
After obtaining the SII ID, applicants may select V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) and apply online for their chosen programme through the SII portal.
Applicants should upload all required academic and supporting documents as specified on the portal.
Applications received through the SII portal are reviewed by Goa University to determine eligibility for admission. This process may include:
Eligible applicants will receive an Offer of Admission through the Study in India portal. Applicants are required to confirm their acceptance within the stipulated timeframe.
Upon confirmation of admission, applicants may apply for a Student Visa at the nearest Indian Embassy or High Commission.
The following documents are generally required:
Applicants are advised not to make travel arrangements until their visa has been granted.
International students are required to report to VMSIIHE on the date specified in their admission letter and complete the Institute’s registration formalities, including verification of original documents, passport, visa, and other relevant records.
Once the student arrives in Goa, the student has to be registered with Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) Panaji, Goa within 14 days of arrival and complete the requisite formality.
After arrival
International students holding a Student Visa valid for more than 180 days are required to register with the Foreigners Regional Registration Office (FRRO) / Foreigners Registration Office (FRO) within 14 days of their arrival in India, in accordance with the regulations of the Government of India.
Registration and related immigration services are available through the e-FRRO portal:
e-FRRO portal ↗Students are advised to keep ready the following documents for registration purposes:
The Admissions Office of VMSIIHE will provide guidance to international students regarding FRRO registration and compliance with applicable immigration regulations after their arrival in Goa.
For the latest requirements and procedures, students should refer to the official e-FRRO website.
Eligibility
Admission of international students to programmes offered at VMSIIHE is subject to the eligibility requirements prescribed by Goa University and the Government of India from time to time.
Applicants may be required to submit the following documents for verification and determination of eligibility:
Applicants may also be required to pay the prescribed eligibility, registration, or admission-related fees as notified by Goa University from time to time.
International applicants are advised to refer to the latest guidelines issued by Goa University and the Study in India (SII) Portal before submitting their applications.
Visit the Goa University eligibility certificate information ↗.
Admissions support
For assistance regarding international admissions, programme eligibility, application procedures, visas, accommodation, or student life at VMSIIHE, please contact the Admissions Office.
V. M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE), Raia–Manora, Salcete, Goa – 403720, India.
Office: +91-9607998820
Email: [email protected]
