Kerala ยท Kakkanad ยท Kochi

Kerala's Trusted Study Abroad Consultants

QEAC-certified guidance for Australia, UK and New Zealand admissions โ€” from a Kakkanad office led by a Deakin University MBA alumnus. Free first consultation, no pushy sales.

QEAC Certified Counsellor #10439
British Council Recognised #49805
1000+ Kerala Students Guided
โœ“ QEAC Certified #10439
โœ“ British Council #49805
๐Ÿข Office in Kakkanad, Kochi
๐ŸŽ“ Deakin University Alumni-Led
โ˜… 100% Free Counselling

About Guide to Heights ยท Kerala

Australian-trained expertise, right here in Kochi.

Guide to Heights is one of Kerala's leading QEAC-certified study abroad consultancies, specialising in Australia, UK and New Zealand admissions. Our Kakkanad office serves students and families across Ernakulam, Thrissur, Kottayam, Calicut, Kollam and Trivandrum โ€” alongside our offices in Sharjah and Melbourne.

Founder Abin Mathew Varghese personally guides every student. He completed his MBA and Masters in IT at Deakin University in Melbourne, holds QEAC certification #10439 from PIER, and is British Council recognised (#49805) โ€” the same credentials trusted by IDP, AECC and other top consultancies.

What this means for Kerala families: every recommendation is backed by Australian-trained expertise, not commissions from a single university. We work with you, not for them.

Kerala students who graduated abroad with Guide to Heights study abroad consultants
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Students Guided
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Global Offices
98%
Visa Success Rate
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Top Destinations

Comprehensive Services

Everything Kerala students need โ€” under one roof.

From your first counselling session to your first day on campus, every step handled by certified counsellors who've lived and studied abroad themselves.

01

Admission Process

Step-by-step support from university shortlisting to offer letter โ€” applications, SOPs, GTE statements, and document verification.

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02

Student Visa Assistance

Subclass 500 (Australia), Tier 4 (UK) and NZ student visa preparation with complete document checklist and lodgement support.

Visa guide
03

Stay-Back & PR Pathway

Australian 485 post-study work visa, UK Graduate Route, NZ post-study work โ€” mapped against the latest Skilled Occupation List.

PR roadmap
04

IELTS / PTE Coaching

Live classes from our Kakkanad campus plus official PTE practice on the G2H English Academy mock platform.

PTE practice
05

Scholarship Guidance

University scholarships plus G2H Exclusive Scholarships โ€” personal cash awards from Abin that stack on top of university aid.

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Pre-Departure Session

Free orientation by Abin himself โ€” banking, accommodation, OSHC, transport, weather, and your first 30 days abroad.

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Top Destinations from Kerala

Where Kerala students go โ€” and why.

Four core countries where we have direct university partnerships and on-ground knowledge. Our Melbourne office gives Australian applicants a real edge.

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Australia Kerala students at airport heading to study in Australia from Kochi

Study in Australia

Subclass 500 visa, 2-year stay-back, world-class universities. Our most popular destination among Kerala students.

Tuition: AUD 25Kโ€“55K Stay-back: 2โ€“4 yrs
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง United Kingdom Study in UK from Kerala โ€” top destinations for Kerala nursing students

Study in UK

3-year BSc Nursing, Graduate Route visa, NHS pathway. Strong choice for Kerala nursing and healthcare aspirants.

Tuition: ยฃ14Kโ€“28K Stay-back: 2 yrs
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ New Zealand Study in New Zealand from Kerala with QEAC certified counsellors

Study in New Zealand

Affordable tuition, 3-year post-study work visa, family-friendly visa rules. Excellent ROI for Kerala families.

Tuition: NZD 22Kโ€“40K Stay-back: Up to 3 yrs
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Ireland Study in Ireland from Kerala with Guide to Heights consultants Kakkanad

Study in Ireland

EU degree, Stay-Back option, English-speaking, growing tech and pharma industries โ€” popular with Kerala IT graduates.

Tuition: โ‚ฌ10Kโ€“25K Stay-back: 1โ€“2 yrs

Our Process

Four steps. From counselling to campus.

No hidden charges, no scattered communication. One counsellor, one WhatsApp thread, all the way until you fly.

1

Free Counselling

45-minute career session โ€” in-person at Kakkanad or on Google Meet. Honest assessment of your profile, budget and PR goals.

2

University Shortlist

3โ€“5 best-fit options based on your academics, IELTS/PTE score, fees, scholarships and stay-back outcomes.

3

Application & Visa

SOP review, document compilation, GTE statement, application lodgement, visa file preparation and biometrics.

4

Pre-Departure

OSHC, accommodation, forex, packing, and Abin's signature pre-departure briefing โ€” so you land confident, not confused.

Abin Mathew Varghese, Founder of Guide to Heights study abroad consultants in Kochi Kerala

Meet Your Counsellor

Abin Mathew Varghese โ€” Founder & Director

Abin moved to Melbourne in 2015 for his MBA and Masters in IT at Deakin University. He spent years inside the Australian education system before returning to Kerala to build Guide to Heights โ€” the consultancy he wished his own family had access to.

Deakin University Alumnus QEAC #10439 (PIER) British Council #49805 Based in Kochi & Sharjah
"Every Kerala family deserves the same advice I'd give my own brother โ€” backed by Australian-trained expertise, not commissions."
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Australia PR Pathway

Stay-Back, PR & Skilled Occupation List 2026

Most Kerala families ask the same question first: "Will my child get PR after study?" We map your course choice against the latest Skilled Occupation List so you know the migration pathway before you apply โ€” not after.

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  • 485 Post-Study Work Visa: 2โ€“4 years
  • Subclass 189 / 190 / 491 pathways
  • Nursing, IT, Engineering, Accounting
  • State sponsorship guidance
  • Skills assessment timeline
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PTE Academic Discount Voucher

Save โ‚น2,000+ on your official PTE Academic exam booking. Pearson-issued, instant delivery, valid across all India test centres. Add unlimited mock practice on G2H English Academy.

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Visit Our Kochi Office

Walk in, sit down, get clarity.

Kakkanad office, easy parking, free filter coffee. No appointment needed during weekday hours โ€” but we recommend booking ahead.

Kerala Headquarters

Kochi ยท Kakkanad

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Address
Level 2, Guide to Heights
Infopark Express Highway Junction
Seaportโ€“Airport Road, Chittethukara
Kakkanad, Kochi 682037, Kerala
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Phone & WhatsApp
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Hours
Monday โ€“ Saturday
9:30 AM โ€“ 7:00 PM IST

Frequently Asked Questions

Kerala students & parents most askโ€ฆ

Yes, completely free. Career counselling, university shortlisting, application support, SOP review and visa guidance are all offered at no cost to students or families. We are paid directly by partner universities โ€” never by you. The only money you pay is to the university (tuition) and the government (visa fee).

Yes. Founder Abin Mathew Varghese holds QEAC certification #10439 issued by PIER (Professional International Education Resources, Australia). QEAC is the highest professional credential for Australia-focused education counsellors. Guide to Heights is also officially recognised by the British Council under registration #49805.

Our Kerala headquarters is on Level 2 at Infopark Express Highway Junction, Seaportโ€“Airport Road, Chittethukara, Kakkanad, Kochi 682037. We are easy to reach from Ernakulam city, Kochi airport, and Vyttila Hub. Walk-ins are welcome Monday to Saturday, 9:30 AM โ€“ 7:00 PM IST. Get directions on Google Maps.

Our four primary destinations are Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Ireland. We also assist with Germany, Malta and select European institutions. Australia is the most popular choice among Kerala students due to its strong stay-back visa (2โ€“4 years post-study) and clear PR pathway via the Skilled Occupation List.

For most Kerala students, the full timeline from first counselling to flying out is 4 to 7 months. University application processing takes 4โ€“8 weeks, and student visa processing for Australia (Subclass 500) typically takes 4โ€“12 weeks depending on file completeness. Apply at least 6 months before your intended intake (February or July for Australia).

You need either IELTS or PTE Academic for student visa purposes. Most Kerala students score better on PTE because it is fully computer-based and the speaking section is recorded โ€” no examiner pressure. We offer both IELTS and PTE coaching from our Kakkanad campus, plus official Pearson PTE discount vouchers and unlimited mock practice on G2H English Academy.

Australia offers a 2โ€“4 year Temporary Graduate visa (Subclass 485) after completing a recognised qualification. UK offers the 2-year Graduate Route. New Zealand offers up to 3 years post-study work. PR (Permanent Residency) in Australia depends on your course aligning with the Skilled Occupation List โ€” courses like Nursing, IT, Engineering and Accounting have the strongest pathways. We map this for you before you apply.

Yes. While our office is in Kakkanad (Ernakulam), we serve students from across Kerala โ€” Thrissur, Kottayam, Calicut, Kollam, Trivandrum and Kannur. Initial counselling can happen on Google Meet or WhatsApp video, so the entire process can be managed remotely. In-person visits are welcome whenever you can travel to Kochi.

Most Australian, UK and NZ universities offer merit-based scholarships ranging from 10% to 50% of tuition. Guide to Heights also runs G2H Exclusive Scholarships โ€” personal cash awards from founder Abin Mathew Varghese (โ‚น20,000โ€“โ‚น45,000) that stack on top of university scholarships. Eligibility depends on your academics, IELTS/PTE score and a brief financial assessment.

You have three easy options: (1) book a free 45-minute slot on Google Calendar, (2) WhatsApp us at +91 73065 83820, or (3) call us directly. The first session is always free, with no obligation to enrol.

Ready When You Are

Your study abroad journey starts with a free 45-minute call.

One Kerala family. One Deakin-trained counsellor. One clear plan. Book your free session today โ€” no forms, no spam, just expert guidance.