# MATES visa for Indian graduates (subclass 403) eligibility for Indians, 2026

Who qualifies for the MATES visa for Indian graduates from India, the thresholds that apply, and the tools to check before you pay.

Source: https://australiavisahub.com/visas/mates-visa-403/eligibility · Updated 2026-10-08 · Australia Visa Hub, a brand of Pro Lifeset Overseas Private Limited, Patiala, India. WhatsApp +91 91155 80911, Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST.

- Indian passport holder aged 30 or under at the time of application
- Graduated within the required window from an institution on the NIRF top-100 overall list of the specified year
- Qualification in an eligible field: renewable energy, mining, engineering, ICT, artificial intelligence, financial technology or agricultural technology
- English at the required level (IELTS 6 overall with no band below 5, or equivalent)
- Selected in the ballot, then apply within the time allowed

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