Schengen visa or Student visa works for studies that last up to 6 months.

The validity of a German student visa is 6 months.

• Set up a blocked account.
• You need to locate the nearest German embassy/consulate and book an appointment.
• Apply for Health insurance.
• Fill in the application form.
• Keep all visa application documents ready.
• Prepare for your visa interview.
• Take a demand draft for visa application.

Germany offers tuition-free education to everybody! YES, all non-Europeans, including Germans and Europeans, are not required to pay tuition to study in Germany. It makes no difference whether you are from the EU or EEA. Nearly all study programs at public institutions fall under this category.

The qualification for students who desire to study in Germany is the completion of an 8-month pre-bachelors/pre-masters program. The foundation course for the primary course you wish to apply to is also included. In order to get admitted to German institutions, students must apply through the Uni-assist website in Germany. For students to survive among Germans, their German language proficiency should be at the A1 or B1 level. A student should receive at least 60% of the possible points. Students must demonstrate strong English language proficiency with IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE.

In comparison with other countries, Germany offers affordable and high-quality educational programs. Public universities in Germany provide free education for undergraduate and doctoral programs.

The cost of getting an education in Germany for Indian and other international students varies depending on the university and program you choose.

Costs for a German Blocked Bank account, student visa fees, and health insurance premiums are additional expenses for studying in Germany.

• Health Insurance: The usual monthly price for a student health insurance policy is between €80 and €150.
• Blocked Bank Account: An annual statement of €10,000 is required. You are allowed to withdraw €895 per month for a year.
• Student Visa: You may get a student visa in around 25 to 30 days after paying between €60 and €75.

Yes, you do need to open a Blocked Account. A blocked account is a kind of German bank account for international students to prove that they have sufficient funds to survive in the country over their study duration. Since the average living costs round up to 861EUR/month hence an amount of 10,332EUR(for 12months) must be present in the account. This serves as the year’s living cost. This is essential for your visa application process.

Germany offers tuition-free education to everybody! YES, all non-Europeans, including Germans and Europeans, are not required to pay tuition to study in Germany. It makes no difference whether you are from the EU or EEA. Nearly all study programs at public institutions fall under this category. 

According to German laws, Students can work up to 20 hours a week and 120 full or 240 half days. they can Earn up to €450 monthly without paying any tax but if they earn more than €450 then they need to pay standard German taxes.

Admission criteria may vary depending on the university. On the other hand, admission requirements remain the same.

Exams can either be written or oral depending on the university regulation.

For bachelors, you need to have just a high-school passing certificate. However, for a master’s, you need to show your graduation degree on top of the high-school passing certificate. You will need, a Higher Education Entrance Qualification (Abitur) which is the equivalent of the high-school passing certificate. It is an education certificate that students receive after completing 12-13 consecutive schooling years. Usually, it showcases the grades students achieved over the last 2 years of schooling.

For any other questions please scroll through Frequently asked questions (FAQ) for studying in Germany.

No, to have a decent conversation with the locals or even at the marketplace, you need to have at least a B1 level of proficiency.

Germany is a paradise for students. Because of the Government updated regulations, the ease of coming to the country has gotten easier. Germany is home to top-ranking universities from the globe, ensuring high-quality education to its students. The crime rate is also quite low, this assures the parents of sending their child to a foreign land. All in all, Germany is a safe Country with reams of opportunities and character, ideal for any international student.

In case your school leaving certificate is not accepted in Germany, then you need to enrol for studienkolleg which is a one-year preparatory course. This course prepares students for the university entrance examination “Feststellungsprüfung”, which will ultimately provide an equivalent qualification as the Abitur.

Specialized courses offered at university Studienkolleg:

• T-course – For mathematics, science, or technical degrees.
• M-course – It is for medical, biological, and pharmaceutical degrees.
• W-course – It is for business, economics, and social science degrees.
• G-course – It deals with humanity degrees or German studies.
• S-course – For language degrees.

Specialized courses offered at University of Applied Sciences Studienkolleg:

• WW-course– For economics and business degrees.
• TI-course – For technical and engineering degrees.
• GD-course – For design and art degrees.
• SW-course – For social science degrees.

The rules associated with COVID in Germany are enlisted below:

• Those travelling from COVID-19 risk areas need to register on https://www.einreiseanmeldung.de before entering Germany.
• Mandatory COVID-19 Testing(PCR/Rapid Antigen Test).
• Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination.
• People entering Germany from high-risk areas need to be self-isolated for 14 days. During this period, you are not allowed to leave your accommodation.
• Wear masks. Masks should fulfil the requirements of FFP2 or KN95/N95.

International students are allowed to work for 120 full days and 240 half days annually. According to the statistics, more than 60% of them work part-time while completing their education. Germany provides a dual learning system in which students can study and at the same time intern in a company. Employers trusts the German credit system and believe in students’ credibility, thus offering a range of lucrative offers.

If you have opted for an English language course, then there’s no need for German proficiency. However, if you have a knack for shopping and exploring new places, then knowing the German language will help you throughout your stay in Germany. Essential (registration/visa/bus stops)

Yes, you can avail a range of scholarships to ease your way in Germany.