Microsoft India launches Office 365 University for students

Internet Major Microsoft launched its Office 365 for full time and part time university students in India with an affordable subscription offer.

Internet Major Microsoft launched its Office 365 for full time and part time university students in India with an affordable subscription offer.

The Office 365 University includes the complete set of Office applications and can be installed on two PCs or Macs. It also sports Office on Demand and an additional 20 GB premium SkyDrive storage.

Microsoft has priced it at ₹ 4,199 for a 4-year subscription and is available for students studying in accredited colleges and universities in the country.

'The special pricing for students will help provide them with opportunities and empower them to develop the necessary skills to be successful in the fast-paced campus environment,' Microsoft India GM (Microsoft Office Division) R Pichai said.

Besides, it makes working easier and efficient as one can edit and share documents or notes in real time and store them on the cloud, he added.

To purchase the product, students need to go to the Office website to verify their eligibility in order to activate it. They need to provide their university credential and after it is verified, students can purchase Office 365, he said.

Besides, students, college/university faculty and staff in accredited institution can also purchase Office 365 University subscription.