How Thai Students Can Apply Through the Official FN Portal
How Thai Students Can Apply Through the Official FN Portal
4 to 6 hours from Bangkok to Mumbai. No MHT-CET entrance exam. Engineering from $600 per year. 200+ colleges through one official government portal. Here is the complete step-by-step guide — sourced entirely from fn.mahacet.org and studyinmaharashtra.org.
Thai students applying to study in Maharashtra do so as Foreign National Students (FNS) — one of five international categories managed by the Government of Maharashtra's State CET Cell through its official portal at fn.mahacet.org. A dedicated Thai-language guide is available at fn.mahacet.org/study-thailand-thai. This blog walks through the complete application process — eligibility, documents, fees, visa, and arrival — using only verified data from fn.mahacet.org and studyinmaharashtra.org.
Why Thai Students Choose Maharashtra
Maharashtra is Southeast Asia's natural study-abroad destination within India for Thai students — proximity, affordability, English-medium instruction, and globally recognised degrees combine in a way few other Indian states can match.
✅ Direct flights: Bangkok to Mumbai — 4 to 6 hours, per studyinmaharashtra.org
✅ No MHT-CET entrance exam — admission based on qualifying exam marks (Mathayom 6 equivalent)
✅ All courses for international students taught in English
✅ Engineering from $600/year at government colleges
✅ Living costs $200 to $400/month in Pune and Nagpur
✅ ICCR scholarships and Study in India programme available
✅ Thai language guide at fn.mahacet.org/study-thailand-thai
What Thai Students Can Study
The fn.mahacet.org portal gives Thai students access to 50+ professional course types across 200+ Maharashtra colleges — from engineering and MBBS to MBA, pharmacy, law, architecture, and fine arts. All are available through a single application.
Qualifying requirement
Mathayom 6 (M.6) with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
No entrance exam?
Correct — no MHT-CET or JEE. Admission based entirely on M.6 marks. AIU equivalency certificate required for Thai boards.Qualifying requirement
Mathayom 6 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology at 50%+ plus valid NEET-UG score
Important
NEET-UG is mandatory for MBBS, BDS, and all AYUSH medical courses — no exception for international students. This is the only course type requiring an entrance exam.Qualifying requirement
Bachelor's degree from recognised university
No entrance exam?
No CAT or MAH MBA CET for the international quota. Admission based on bachelor's degree merit through fn.mahacet.org.Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
From $360/year · 4 years
Law (LL.B.)
From $240/year · 3 or 5 years
No entrance exam?
No entrance exam for any of these courses for Thai FNS students.The Application Process — Step by Step
The entire international admission process for Thai students runs through one portal. Here is what each stage involves, in order.
What Thai Students Pay — The Complete Fee Picture
Official Fee Breakdown — 2026-27
CET Cell fees sourced from fn.mahacet.org FAQ and payment blog. Tuition from studyinmaharashtra.org fee table. Living costs from studyinmaharashtra.org.
| Fee / Cost | Amount | Paid To | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eligibility Fee (Stage 1) | USD $50 | State CET Cell via fn.mahacet.org | Non-refundable. Online only. |
| Registration Fee (Stage 2) | USD $1,150 | State CET Cell via fn.mahacet.org | Non-refundable. One-time only. |
| Total CET Cell Fee | USD $1,200 | Government of Maharashtra | Does not recur annually. |
| B.E./B.Tech Tuition | $600–$6,000/year | College directly | Govt. colleges from $600/year. |
| MBBS Tuition | $1,200–$18,000/year | College directly | Govt. from $1,200. NEET required. |
| MBA/MMS Tuition | $600–$9,600/year | College directly | Govt. colleges from $600/year. |
| Monthly Living — Pune | $200–$400/month | Day-to-day expenses | Hostel, food, transport. |
| Monthly Living — Nagpur | $150–$300/month | Day-to-day expenses | Most affordable major city. |
* All CET Cell fees are non-refundable and paid online only via fn.mahacet.org. Tuition varies by institution and is regulated by the Maharashtra Fee Regulatory Authority (mahafra.org). Source: fn.mahacet.org FAQ and studyinmaharashtra.org fee table.
Documents Thai Students Need
The document list below combines the core requirements confirmed by studyinmaharashtra.org for all Foreign National Students, with the specific AIU certificate requirement that applies to Thai students.
Document Checklist for Thai FNS Applicants
Frequently Asked Questions — Thai Students
Yes. fn.mahacet.org has a dedicated guide for Thai students in the Thai language at fn.mahacet.org/study-thailand-thai. An English version is available at fn.mahacet.org/study-thailand. Both are operated by the State CET Cell, Government of Maharashtra.
No — for most courses. Thai students applying as Foreign National Students (FNS) are exempt from MHT-CET for Engineering, Pharmacy, MBA, Law, Hotel Management, and Agriculture. The only exceptions are MBBS and BDS, which require a valid NEET-UG score, and B.Arch, which requires a valid NATA score. All other 50+ course types admit Thai FNS students on qualifying exam merit alone.
The AIU (Association of Indian Universities) equivalency certificate confirms that your Thai Mathayom 6 qualification is equivalent to the Indian 12th standard. This is required for all students whose qualifying exam is from a non-Indian board. Apply directly to the Association of Indian Universities at aiu.ac.in. Allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing and begin well before your fn.mahacet.org registration deadline.
Yes. The fn.mahacet.org payment gateway accepts international credit and debit cards and converts the USD fee automatically at the prevailing exchange rate. All payments must be made online only — cash, demand drafts, and cheques are not accepted, per the fn.mahacet.org payment FAQ.
Yes. ICCR (Indian Council for Cultural Relations) scholarships are available for Thai students, covering tuition and a living allowance, applied at a2ascholarships.iccr.gov.in. The Study in India (SII) programme at studyinindia.gov.in offers fee waivers at selected institutions. Scholarship applications run separately from your fn.mahacet.org registration — apply for both in parallel.
Start at fn.mahacet.org. The free category check takes two minutes and confirms you apply as a Foreign National Student (FNS), the documents you need, and the courses you qualify for. A Thai-language guide is at fn.mahacet.org/study-thailand-thai. For support: student@mahacet.org · +91-9076000348 / +91-8879082178 (Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm IST).
Bangkok to Maharashtra — 4 to 6 Hours by Flight. Start Here.
200+ colleges. 50+ courses. No entrance exam for most programmes. A Thai-language guide at fn.mahacet.org. The eligibility check is free and takes two minutes.
Check Your Eligibility at fn.mahacet.orgQuestions? student@mahacet.org · +91-9076000348 / +91-8879082178 · Mon–Fri, 10am–6pm IST
