If you are planning to study in Australia in 2026, the clock is already ticking.
While many students talk about the "February Intake," the reality is that for many Australian universities—especially those operating on Trimesters like Deakin, Griffith, or Torrens—March 2026 is the true starting line.
This is the Primary Intake (Semester 1). It is the time when universities open their doors widest.
- Most Courses Available: unlike mid-year intakes where some specific courses might be closed.
- Highest Scholarship Pool: Budgets are fresh for the new year.
- Best Campus Life: You start when everyone else starts.
But in 2026, things are different. With the Australian Government's new International Student Caps and the strict Genuine Student (GS) requirement, you cannot afford to apply late.
Here is everything Nepali students need to know to secure their seat for March 2026.
1. Why March 2026 is the "Golden" Intake
The March intake (often overlapping with late February) is the start of the Australian academic year.
- Maximum Course Options: Whether you want to study Nursing, IT, Engineering, or Social Work, every faculty is open. In the July intake, some competitive courses may already be full.
- Aligns with Nepal’s Results: If you have just received your +2 or Bachelor’s results, this timeline fits perfectly without forcing you to take a "Gap Year."
- The "Cap" Factor: In 2026, universities have a limit on how many international students they can accept. These seats fill up "First Come, First Served." Applying for March ensures you are at the front of the queue.
2. The Timeline: You Must Act Now
For a March 2026 start, you cannot wait until January to walk into a consultancy.
- August - October 2025: Select your course and prepare IELTS/PTE.
- November - December 2025: Apply for your Offer Letter. (This is critical to beat the cap).
- January 2026: Pay tuition fees and receive your CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
- January - February 2026: Lodge Visa Application.
- March 2026: Arrive in Sydney, Melbourne, or Adelaide!
Warning: If you wait until January to start the process, you will likely miss the March intake and have to wait for July.
3. The "Genuine Student" (GS) Hurdle
The old "GTE" statement is gone. The new Genuine Student (GS) test is stricter. Visa officers will analyze:
- Your economic ties to Nepal.
- Why this specific course adds value to your future in Nepal.
- Your gap history.
A generic explanation will lead to a refusal. At Right and Associates, our senior counselors (backed by our Australian migration agents) help you draft a GS profile that is authentic, logical, and evidence-based.
4. Why Choose Right and Associates?
We are not just sending you away; we are waiting for you there.
- Pre-Departure in Nepal: We guide you through the bank loan process, medicals, and biometrics in Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara, or Butwal.
- Post-Arrival in Australia: When you land in March, our offices in Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide, and Hobart are there to help you with your TFN, bank account, and even advice on your 485 visa years later.
Don't Miss the Bus for 2026.
The seats for the March 2026 intake are filling fast due to the new government caps. Secure your offer letter today.
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