For applicants considering a 2-year study route to Canadian PR in their early 40s, the group offered a mix of caution and encouragement:
- Age itself isn't disqualifying, but it raises questions you need to answer clearly. You should be ready to give the visa officer a strong, specific explanation in your SOP for why you're choosing this study path at your age and career stage — a vague or generic SOP is riskier the older you are.
- Weigh the financial commitment honestly. One member framed the decision partly around whether you're prepared to take on significant education loans (cited as potentially over INR 20 lakh) for the 2-year program.
- Research post-study job prospects for your chosen field and NOC before committing, since your ability to work and eventually pursue PR after the program depends heavily on real demand for your occupation, not just program completion.
- It has worked for others in a similar position — one member reported obtaining PR at age 40 via Ontario's Masters Graduate PNP stream, underscoring that age isn't a hard barrier if the profile and research are solid.
Takeaway: the study route at 42 isn't inherently too risky, but it requires a well-justified SOP, a clear-eyed view of the financial cost, and solid research into post-study job and PNP prospects in your field.