Graduate Route Visa Calculator
Calculate your Graduate Route timeline, eligibility, and transition to Skilled Worker visa.
Your Details
Your Graduate Route Timeline
On Your Student Visa (Final Months)
From now until graduation
Graduation Date: 1 June 2025
Student Visa Must Be Valid Until: 1 October 2025
Graduate Route Visa (2 Years)
Work any job, any salary, no sponsorship needed
Visa Valid From: 1 June 2025
Visa Expires: 1 June 2027
✓ Freedom to switch jobs anytime without visa implications
Skilled Worker Visa (Optional)
If you find a sponsoring employer
Available from: Any time during Graduate Route
Requirements: UK employer sponsorship + £26,200+ salary (£38,700 general threshold)
💼 Can extend stay up to 6 years; counts toward 5-year ILR
Graduate Route Eligibility Checklist
✓ You appear eligible for the Graduate Route!
Apply at least 2 weeks before your Student visa expires to avoid status issues.
Graduate Route vs. Skilled Worker Visa
| Aspect | Graduate Route | Skilled Worker |
|---|---|---|
| Visa Duration | 2 years (Bachelor/Master) or 3 years (PhD) | Up to 6 years or until role ends |
| Work Restrictions | No restrictions — any job, any salary | Must be sponsored by UK employer |
| Salary Requirement | None — can work any role at any salary | £26,200 minimum (£38,700 general threshold from April 2024) |
| Switching Jobs | Yes, freely — no visa implications | Only to another sponsored employer |
| Path to ILR | Graduate Route counts toward 5-year ILR | Can apply for ILR after 5 years |
| Dependants Allowed | No dependants (unless on older Student visa) | Yes, dependants allowed (visa dependent) |
Top Sectors Sponsoring Indian Graduates
IT & Software Development
Software Engineer, Data Scientist, Cloud Architect
Average Salary: £45,000–£70,000
Finance & Banking
Accountant, Financial Analyst, Risk Manager
Average Salary: £40,000–£60,000
Healthcare
Doctor, Nurse, Pharmacist, Healthcare IT
Average Salary: £30,000–£55,000
Engineering
Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer
Average Salary: £40,000–£65,000
Consulting
Management Consultant, Business Analyst
Average Salary: £38,000–£60,000
Education
Teacher, University Lecturer, Academic
Average Salary: £28,000–£50,000
📊 Average Time to Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Most Common: 6–12 months into Graduate Route (after proving work experience in UK)
Fast Track: 3–6 months (if entering a shortage occupation or securing a high-paying role immediately)
Extended: 18+ months (building experience, switching to in-demand role)
💡 Tip: Use your Graduate Route time to gain UK work experience and build professional network for sponsorship opportunities.