The UK Border Agency has announced that applicants and their dependants who are applying for a UK visa will have to apply online from March 5. Manually completed applications will not be accepted from March 5. The URL for applying for visas online is - https://apply.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/iapply.portal.
Applicants will then need to print off a hard copy of their application form and make an online appointment to attend their nearest visa application centre (VAC). They should bring the application form printout to their appointment at the VAC, along with the necessary supporting documentation. Applicants will need to give their biometrics (finger scans and digital photograph) at the VAC in line with current practice.
Applicants can refer to http://www.vfs-uk-in.com/additionalservice.html for further guidance