National Indian Students and Alumni Union UK - NISAU

16/09/2026

Scotland just renewed its push for its own visa system. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

A Scottish Visa (first proposed back in 2020). A Rural Visa (2022). A Scottish Graduate Visa (2025). Last month, the Scottish Government resubmitted all three to the UK Government in one paper - extra routes on top of what the UK already offers.

Here’s the honest part: these are proposals, not law. Immigration is still a UK Government decision, and there’s no timeline for Westminster to say yes.

But here’s what IS real right now: Scotland’s shortages already exist. NHS Scotland needs nurses and radiographers. Edinburgh’s finance and fintech sector is short on specialist and risk talent. Aberdeen’s energy sector needs engineers. Dundee’s games studios need developers.

Most international students only apply to London. That means less competition for similar roles, just north of the border.

Swipe through for the full breakdown → which city matches your degree, and why Scotland’s job market has different needs than the rest of the UK, even before any new visa exists.

Want the full sponsor employer list for Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Dundee?
Comment “SCOTLAND” and we’ll DM it to you. 👇



Disclaimer: Information shared is for general awareness only and does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Always verify with official UK/Scottish Government sources or a qualified immigration adviser.

08/09/2026

Some stories move you.
Some stories move something in you.
When Dr Asma Khan joined us at the Chennai edition of the India Global Education Dialogues 2026, she shared a story that was so much more than just her journey.
A story of resilience, identity, ambition, and finding your place in the world.
On your own terms.
Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do is believe in your ability to become something you never imagined.
And perhaps that’s what stories like Asma Khan’s leave us with: the courage to dream bigger, take chances, and define success on our own terms.
𝗗𝗿 𝗔𝘀𝗺𝗮 𝗞𝗵𝗮𝗻.
𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿.
𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿.
𝗔𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿.
𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿.

05/09/2026

We won :)

NISAU. Winner of Membership Organisation of the Year, PIEoneer Awards 2026.

Fifteen years of NISAU has mostly looked like small things. A message answered at 2am about an unfair refusal. A welcome night where someone walked in knowing nobody and left with six numbers in their phone. An introduction that turned into a first job. A room in Westminster where the voices finally got heard.

We know an award doesn’t fix an unfair refusal at 11pm on a Friday. It doesn’t find anyone a room, or a job, or a friend in a city they’ve just landed in. It doesn’t save anyone from a scam, or from loneliness, or from the worry that follows you around.

But it does mean somebody was watching while we tried.

Our sincerest thank you to incredible team at The PIE, and to the judges, for being the ones watching, and our congratulations to all other winners and finalists.

And to our wonderful volunteers - none of this could be possible without you. You truly are all incredible - jahanpanah, tussi great ho :) Thank you for everything you do.

And to our members, partners and well-wishers who turned up when it counted and built this with us.
15 years of being the official Home away from home for Indian Students and Alumni in the UK.

Here’s to the next 15 🥂💙

02/09/2026

🎉 We’re thrilled to announce...

NISAU is a finalist for Membership Organisation of the Year at the PIEoneer Awards 2026!

As we celebrate 15 years of NISAU, this recognition feels particularly special. It is a reflection of 15 years of building community, creating opportunities, and championing Indian students and alumni across the UK.

We’re incredibly proud to be recognised among organisations making a meaningful impact across international education - and grateful to everyone who has been part of the NISAU journey.

The winner will be announced on Friday, 4 September at London’s Guildhall. 🏆✨

We can’t wait to celebrate - and if you’re joining us, come & say hello!

28/08/2026

Spend the summer bank holiday at Bicester Village and enjoy up to 70% off the Village price* from 29 to 31 August during Village Stars.

As an official NISAU member, you can enjoy a year-round 10% saving on the Village price.‡

To enjoy your 10% saving sign up or sign in to the Bicester Village membership programme. Present your membership code at the point of purchase.

‡To redeem, you must be a Bicester Village member. Valid until 31 December 2026.
Terms and conditions apply.
Link in the bio.

Village Stars returns from 29 to 31 August. Enjoy up to 70% off the Village price* on a selection of the world’s best brands, plus members enjoy the chance to win an overnight stay when scanning.‡

26/08/2026

Community Update

We are sharing an update that the male student from Telangana who recently graduated from a university in Edinburgh and was reported missing has been found.

Thank you to everyone who came together as a community and helped circulate the information.

24/08/2026

Bengaluru, wow. You showed up!💙  
 
The Bengaluru Edition of NISAU’s India Global Education Dialogues 2026 brought together hundreds of students, educators, university representatives and industry voices at Presidency College for a day of opportunity and exploration around global education & international collaboration across borders. 🌍🎓
 
From the TNE Roundtable and Education Fair to an engaging fireside conversation, the day brought together diverse perspectives on international education, partnerships and the possibilities that open up when institutions and people come together.
 
We were delighted to welcome Dr. Pradeep Kumar Shinde, Principal, Presidency College; Ms. Deepa Sundara Rajan, Acting Area Director, South India, British Council; Ms. Aditi Chauhan, Former Indian National Football Team Goalkeeper and Founder & CEO, She Kicks Football Academy; Ms. Bhavna Bagga, International Higher Education Expert; and Dr. Jyoti Mangal, Post-Doctoral Researcher, King’s College London, as our wonderful speakers who made the day so insightful.
 
But the best part? The conversations that continued beyond the sessions, the questions from students, new connections and the excitement around what global education can make possible.
 
A heartfelt thank you to Presidency College Autonomous for hosting us and to everyone who joined us. 
 
Until the next one, Bengaluru! 🌍💙

21/08/2026

Coimbatore, what an afternoon! 💙
 
The Coimbature Edition NISAU’’s India Global Education Dialogues 2026 brought together university leaders, educators, industry voices and hundreds students at Kumaraguru Institutions for an afternoon filled with bringing the best global opportunities to the students of Coimbatore, and thoughtful conversations on what it really takes to build meaningful global partnerships and create more opportunities across borders. 🌍🎓
 
We were grateful to welcome our speakers Dr. Vijila Kennedy, Director, K-GEO; Mr. Dominic Fletcher, Chief Growth Officer, Regent Group; Mr. Sairam Natarajan, Co-founder, Mindei; Ms. Hersha Pandya, Head of International, Bournemouth University; Ms. Bhavna Bagga, TNE Specialist, India–UK; and Dr. Jyoti Mangal, Post-Doctoral Researcher, King’s College London, and thank them for their time and expert insights. 
 
And, as always, the most meaningful moments came from the questions, conversations and connections that continued beyond the session. Because global education is not just about where you go, it’s about what becomes possible when the right people come together.
A heartfelt thank you to Kumaraguru Institutions for creating a space for meaningful conversations and connections, and to everyone who joined us.
 
See you again soon, Coimbatore. 💙

Kumaraguru

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21/08/2026

being there for you? kinda chic. 
From your first UK plans to scholarships, opportunities, events, careers and a community that has your back - we’re here for it all. 
Link in bio to join the fam. Completely free. Always. 🫶

 
 
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