Plain answers for parents.
The common questions, the admission words explained, and what to ask any counsellor — including us — before you pay.
Common questions
Is the first session really free?
Yes. 60 minutes, no payment details needed, and no obligation. Most families stop there or come back later.
Do you guarantee admission?
No. Nobody honestly can. We help you choose well, prepare well and apply on time.
Will you keep calling me?
No. We don't make sales calls. We reply on WhatsApp within 24 hours, only when you message us.
Do you take commissions from colleges?
No. Our advice isn't paid for by any college or university.
What if we don't need a package?
Then we'll tell you so in the free session. The guides and tools on this site stay free.
Can we pay in parts?
Abroad Applications is paid in three parts: 40% at the start, 30% after the shortlist and 30% at submission. Other packages are paid once.
Is my child's information safe?
It is used only for counselling, never shared or sold, and deleted when you ask. For anyone under 18, a parent gives consent.
Questions to ask any counsellor before you pay
- What exactly is included, in writing — and how many colleges?
- What is the full price including GST, and what is extra?
- What is your refund policy, before I pay?
- Do colleges pay you a commission for sending students?
- Who will actually work with my child, and will it be the same person throughout?
- How quickly do you reply, and how?
Applying to UK universities
Short answers for parents. More in how UCAS works and the UK dates.
For parents
What is UCAS?
The one website every UK undergraduate application goes through. One form reaches up to 5 universities.
How much does it cost to apply?
£34.50 for 2027 entry, the same for 1 or 5 choices. Tuition, visa and test fees are separate.
When is the deadline?
13 January 2027, 11:30 pm India time, for most courses. For Oxford, Cambridge and medicine it was 15 October 2026.
What if we miss 13 January?
You can still apply until 30 June 2027, but only for courses with places left. Popular courses may already be full.
Can I speak to UCAS or a university for my child?
Only if your child names you for “nominated access” in the application. Otherwise they won't discuss it with you.
Does the school need to do anything?
Yes. A teacher must add a reference and predicted marks before the application can be sent. Ask early.
Should we ask the school for higher predicted marks?
No. Inflated predictions can lead to offers your child can't meet, and offers can be withdrawn.
Do UK universities accept CBSE, ICSE or state board marks?
Yes. Each university sets its own Class 12 percentage and English test needs. Check the course page.
What does a conditional offer mean?
A place, if your child gets the stated Class 12 marks.
What happens if my child misses the reply date?
UCAS declines all their offers. The reply date is shown in their UCAS account.
What else will the UK cost beyond fees?
A visa fee, the Immigration Health Surcharge, and proof of money for living costs. Check current amounts on gov.uk.
Should someone else hold my child's UCAS login?
No. The login should stay with your child. No helper, including us, should ask for the password.
Admission words, explained
- Stream
- The group of subjects chosen for Class 11–12: Science (PCM or PCB), Commerce or Arts/Humanities.
- PCM / PCB
- Physics, Chemistry and Maths / Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
- CUET
- Common University Entrance Test, used for undergraduate admission to central universities and many others.
- JEE Main / Advanced
- Engineering entrance exams. Advanced is the extra exam for the IITs.
- NEET-UG
- The national entrance exam for MBBS, BDS and other medical courses.
- JoSAA
- The joint process that allots seats in IITs, NITs and IIITs after JEE.
- Counselling (admissions)
- The seat-allotment rounds after an entrance exam. Different from career counselling.
- Cut-off
- The last rank or mark that got a seat in a particular round.
- Psychometric assessment
- A structured test of interests, aptitude and personality, explained by a counsellor.
- SOP / LOR
- Statement of Purpose (your application essay) / Letter of Recommendation (from a teacher).
- UCAS / Common App
- The application systems for UK universities / many US colleges.
- Conditional offer (UK)
- A university place, if the student gets the stated Class 12 marks.
- Firm / insurance choice (UK)
- The UK offer a student accepts first / an optional backup that needs lower marks.
- Clearing (UK)
- UCAS's list of courses with places still open, from early July, for students without a place.