Every GKS document, prepared the Indian way

Passport

Proof of Indian citizenship and the identity document used across the whole GKS application and D-2 visa process.

Tatkaal 1–3 working days; normal 15–30 days including police verification · ₹1,500 (36 pages, normal) to ₹3,500+ (Tatkaal)

Aadhaar

Domestic identity proof used for notarisation, apostille and bank/medical formalities in India.

Update: 7–30 days · ₹50 for updates

Degree Certificate

Proves completion of your bachelor's or master's degree — a core eligibility document.

2 weeks to 6 months depending on the university · ₹500–₹5,000

Semester Marksheets

Evidence of semester-wise performance; used to verify the GPA you declare.

Same day to 3 weeks · ₹100–₹1,000 per set

Consolidated Transcript

Single sealed document listing all subjects, credits and grades — usually required in a sealed university envelope.

2–8 weeks · ₹500–₹3,000

Provisional Certificate

Used when the final degree certificate has not yet been issued after your final semester.

1–4 weeks · ₹200–₹1,000

Recommendation Letter

Two letters from professors or supervisors who can evaluate your academic and personal capability.

2–6 weeks — start early · Free

Statement of Purpose

Your personal statement: background, motivation, and why Korea and this scholarship specifically.

4–8 weeks of drafting · Free

Study Plan

Your academic roadmap in Korea: language plan, coursework, research and post-graduation contribution.

3–6 weeks · Free

Research Proposal

Required or strongly recommended for doctoral and research programme applicants.

6–10 weeks · Free

Income Certificate

May be requested where financial background is considered for certain quotas.

7–21 days · ₹30–₹100

Birth Certificate

Proof of date of birth and, in some cases, parentage.

1–4 weeks · ₹50–₹500

Parent Citizenship Proof

GKS requires the applicant and both parents to be nationals of the applying country and not Korean nationals.

Immediate if passports exist · Passport fees if newly applied

Passport Copies

Copies of applicant and parent passports as supporting nationality evidence.

Same day · ₹100–₹500 notarisation

Medical Certificate

Health assessment on the official NIIED form; a full medical exam is required after selection.

1–5 days · ₹1,000–₹5,000

Photographs

Passport-style photographs for the application form and later the visa application.

Same day · ₹150–₹500