Do I need a TB test as an Indian student going to study in the UK for over 6 months?
Yes. Students who have lived in India (or another listed country) for 6 months or more need a TB test for UK study over 6 months. For the student visa you also need English at CEFR level B2 for degree courses, and each university sets extra entry rules by level.
Yes, a TB test is needed for students coming to the UK for more than 6 months who have lived in India (or another listed country) for 6 months or more. It sits alongside your university's academic and English requirements for the September intake.
TB test and related checks
| Check | What applies |
|---|---|
| TB test | Needed for students coming to the UK for more than 6 months who have lived in India (or another listed country) for 6 months or more |
| English for the visa | CEFR level B2 for degree courses |
| Undergraduate | Class 12 or equivalent, good marks, English test scores such as IELTS or PTE, and admissions tests for some courses like UCAT for medicine or LNAT for law |
| Postgraduate | A recognised bachelor's degree with good grades, and IELTS usually between 6.0 and 7.0, higher for top courses |
Other extras that some courses ask for
- Portfolio for art, design and architecture courses
- Interview for some competitive courses
- Written work for some Oxford courses
- A research proposal for a PhD
My Advice
Add the TB test to your checklist early so it does not delay your visa timeline. Rules can change, so confirm the current requirement and approved test process on the official UK government pages before you book.
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