If Australia is on your study-abroad shortlist for 2027 , there is an important update you should know before choosing your university. The Australian Government has confirmed that the country’s National Planning Level (NPL) for new international student commencements will remain at 295,000 in 2027 , the same level set for 2026. At first glance, this may sound like Australia has introduced a strict limit of 295,000 international students. But that’s not quite what the policy means. The Australian Government specifically states that the NPL is not a cap or a fixed limit on student numbers . Instead, it is used as part of the system for prioritising offshore student visa applications. So what does this mean if you’re an Indian student planning a Bachelor’s, Master’s or other eligible programme in Australia? It means Australia remains open to international students, but choosing your university and planning your visa application carefully has become increasingly important. What Is Austral...
For years, one of the biggest attractions of studying in the United States has been the opportunity to combine a university degree with practical industry experience. For an international student, the plan often sounds straightforward: Study → Internship → Graduate → Build a career But in August 2026, an important part of that equation is facing new scrutiny. The US administration has issued a federal memo targeting how universities approve Curricular Practical Training (CPT) for international students. The guidance has already prompted some universities to pause or review certain CPT applications. For Indian students planning to study in the US in 2026 or 2027, this raises an important question: Will international students still be able to gain internship experience during their degree? The short answer is: CPT has not simply been abolished. But universities are facing increased scrutiny over how they authorize it, and students should no longer assume that every internship can autom...