Australia has launched the MATES programme for Indian graduates and early-career workers, offering a two-year stay and work opportunity in priority sectors. Entry is controlled through a ballot under the Subclass 403 Temporary Work visa framework.
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- MATES gives Indians up to two years work stay in Australia
- Targets early professionals in high-growth sectors like AI, ICT, renewables
- Part of Subclass 403 Temporary Work (International Relations) visa
- Indians must enter ballot first; no direct visa application allowed
- Ballot randomly selects 3,000 applicants annually for invitations
- Non-selected applicants must wait for next ballot cycle
- Visa allows work in field of study with flexible arrangements
- Not a PR pathway; only temporary mobility and skills exposure
- Applicants must meet identity, character, health requirements
- Entire process and applications handled online via Home Affairs




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