At a glance
What a student from Maharashtra needs to know before deciding — clearly and honestly.
The education
Education City gathers branch campuses of Carnegie Mellon, Georgetown, Cornell (Weill), Texas A&M and Northwestern on a single campus.
The true cost
Branch-campus fees are high, but financial aid is common and salaries are tax-free.
Safety & visa
MEA status 'Normal'. Very safe and affluent, with a large Indian community.
Top universities
A selection of universities popular with Maharashtra students, with indicative tuition.
After you graduate
Post-study work rights are the most important factor — and the most likely to change. Here is the position as of today.
Your most important post-study consideration is the right to work. Qatar's current route is the employer-sponsored work — presently Sponsored.
Immigration rules, eligibility and salary thresholds change frequently and without notice. Always verify the latest official guidance before you apply, and never treat any figure here as a guarantee of future entitlement.
- Tax-free salaries
- Demand in energy, finance & media
- Generous Education City scholarships
ROI calculator
Enter your own numbers to see total investment and an indicative payback period. This is a guide only — not financial advice.
Qatar — Master's ROI
Indicative · based on today's assumptions
Figures are indicative only and vary with fees, salaries, exchange rates and visa rules. Treat this as one data point — not conclusive evidence or financial advice.
Safety snapshot
Drawn from the live Ministry of External Affairs advisory — always re-check before you travel.
MEA status: Normal
One of the safest countries in the world; very low crime.
Emergency contacts
Dial 999. MEA helpline: 1800 11 3090.
Register with the embassy
Register at madad.gov.in on arrival so the nearest Indian Mission can reach you in an emergency.
Food, culture & community
What to expect day-to-day — and how to feel at home far from home, as a student from Maharashtra.
Food & groceries
Excellent Indian food across Doha; vegetarian and halal options are universal.
The Maharashtra community
A very large Indian expat community, with growing cultural and student associations.
Maha-Alumni Connect lets you speak with students from your own district who studied at these very universities.
Compare Qatar with other destinations.
See the same degree across countries, or check the live safety status before you commit.