Published 21 February 2023
Last updated 28 February 2023 — See all updates
Contents
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Entering the ballot
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Successful entries
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Unsuccessful entries
You need to enter the ballot if you want to apply for a visa for
the India Young Professionals Scheme.
The ballot is now open. It will close at 2:30pm India Standard
Time on 2 March.
You can enter any
time while the ballot is open.
Entering the ballot
You can enter the ballot if you’re an Indian citizen and you’re
eligible for the India Young Professionals Scheme visa. Check you’re eligible
before entering the ballot.
You must
enter the ballot online. You will need to provide your:
- name
- date of birth
- passport details
- a scan or photo of your passport
- phone number
- email address
The successful entries will be picked at random. You will be sent
the results by email within 2 weeks of the ballot closing.
It’s free to enter the ballot. You should only enter if you plan
to apply for the visa, which costs £259, and are able to meet the
financial, educational and other requirements.
Successful entries
There are 2,400 visas available in the February ballot.
If you’re successful in the ballot, you will be invited to apply
for a visa.
You will have 30 days from the date of the email to apply online,
pay the visa application fee and immigration health
surcharge.
If you’re successful in the ballot but choose not to apply for
the visa, you do not need to notify us.
Unsuccessful entries
The results of the ballot are final. You cannot appeal if you’re
unsuccessful.
You can enter future ballots if you’re unsuccessful. Details will
be announced on this page closer to the time.
If you do not enter the February ballot, you can enter future
ballots if you meet the requirements.
