Visa requirement query for Indian postdoc applying in UK I have completed a Ph.D. in India, which is my native country, and am applying for post doc positions in the UK.  However, due to strict visa rules, I am not sure if my application would be shortlisted. In these types of situations, my CV and application file have already been approved by the PI. 

However, do universities generally sponsor non-EU candidates like me or  is it the responsibility of the PI to make the proper arrangements? How can I ensure that my job is not denied due to non-academic reasons like visa issues?
tl;dr: Read the job description.

Details: The job you're applying to is advertised publicly, and as a part of a job description it is normally explicitly stated whether or not the particular University is willing to sponsor the visa application for the non-EU candidates. If unsure, ask the contact person or/and their HR department.

If the university invites only those having a right to work in the UK to apply, there is nothing you can do about it &mdash; find another position to apply.

If the university is willing to sponsor the work visa for a candidate, there is nothing you (and your PI) need to worry about &mdash; the process will be handled by their HR department. Just make sure you meet Tier2 visa requirements.

Note that there are certain conditions for the University to apply for a Tier2 visa. Normally, the position should be advertised for at least 1 month. Also, the University should be a Tier2 sponsor (check the list).