Country Guides: India

Some travellers either love India or hate it, but most feel both at the same time. Nowhere else in the world is the variety of life more apparent. The clamour of the cities is balanced by the beauty of the countryside and tranquillity of India’s spiritual heart, and the overload of smells, sights and tastes will have you reeling in shock but thirsty for more.

Choosing when to go depends mainly on the weather – temperatures have reached 50°C – but with such a large country you can always find somewhere to escape the heat, even if it does involve a dip in the ocean.

Demand For Teachers

Moderate

Main TEFL Regions

New Delhi, Bangalore and Calcutta

Main Types of Teaching

There are plenty of opportunities in state and private schools, but many people work with businesses to teach their workers English for international communications

Busiest Periods

All year round

Salary

Native speakers can earn US$600 per month

Contracts

These vary in length, but normally run for six or 12 months

Visa Requirements

Visas are required for entry into India for tourism or business. All visitors must obtain visas at an Indian Embassy or Consulate abroad prior to entering the country

Requirements

• TEFL qualification
• English speaker