Acknowledging the significant disruption it caused genuine students, Miller argued that protecting the system’s integrity was unavoidable. Indian students were the worst affected. She noted that international students became highly visible in public debates around affordability and capacity in major cities. What Indian students should expectWork-hour rules for international students have been tightened, restoring a weekly cap of 20 hours of off-campus work during academic terms, with full-time employment permitted only during scheduled breaks. Story continues below this adNow, Indian students should expect greater scrutiny and clearer rules.

Source: Indian Express February 07, 2026 17:12 UTC