Australia Introduces “Genuine Student (GS) Test)” for 2025 Visa Applicants

Australia has officially replaced the GTE (Genuine Temporary Entrant) requirement with the new “Genuine Student (GS)” test for 2025 applicants.

What the GS Test Requires

Students must now demonstrate the following key qualities:

• Strong academic alignment
• Career relevance to the chosen program
• Financial capacity
• English language proficiency
• Genuine long-term educational intent

Key Changes

• Stricter document screening
• Higher English score thresholds for many programs
• More weight on academic history
• Institutions categorized by risk level

Impact on Students

Regions such as India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, and Vietnam may see:

• Increased document checks
• Higher rejection rates for low-quality applications

StudentOrbit360 Advice

Ensure your SOP clearly connects academics + career goals + chosen Australian course.