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Study in Germany

Most public universities in Germany charge little or no tuition, even for international students. The country is also strong in engineering, automotive and research.

Low or no tuition at public universities
  • Free first consultation
  • Fees agreed in writing

400+

Universities

€0*

Public tuition

18 months

Job-seeker stay

400K+

Intl. students

Why study here

Why study in Germany?

01

Low or no tuition

Public universities charge only a small semester fee.

02

Engineering powerhouse

Home to BMW, Siemens, Bosch and Mercedes-Benz.

03

18-month stay-back

Look for work for up to 18 months after graduation.

04

EU Blue Card

A fast track to permanent residency for skilled graduates.

Costs & intakes

What it costs and when to start

Tuition / year

Free* – €20,000

Living costs / year

~€11,904

Intakes per year

2

Post-study work

18-month job-seeker permit

Intake months

Winter (October)Summer (April)

Indicative annual figures. Exact fees depend on the university and course, and rules change often.

Universities & courses

Where to study and what you need

Popular universities

  • Technical University of Munich
  • LMU Munich
  • RWTH Aachen
  • Heidelberg University
  • TU Berlin
  • KIT Karlsruhe
  • University of Stuttgart
  • SRH University
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Popular courses

MS Mechanical EngineeringMS Computer ScienceMS Data ScienceStudienkolleg (UG Foundation)Electrical EngineeringMechatronicsRenewable EnergyInternational Management

Entry requirements

  • APS certificate (all Indian applicants)
  • UG: Class 12 + Studienkolleg · MS: recognised bachelor's
  • IELTS 6.5 or German B1–C1
  • Blocked account (€11,904/year)
  • Health insurance
  • Valid passport

Visa

The National Student Visa, step by step

  1. 1

    APS verification

  2. 2

    Apply via uni-assist / university

  3. 3

    Open blocked account

  4. 4

    Get health insurance

  5. 5

    Book embassy appointment

  6. 6

    Visa interview & residence permit

Steps are a general guide. Always confirm current requirements with the official immigration website.

Work rights

Working during and after your studies

While studying

140 full days or 280 half days/year

After graduation

18-month job-seeker permit

Scholarships

Scholarships to study in Germany

DAAD Scholarship

Government · Master's · Deadline: October 2026

€992 / month + travel

Deutschlandstipendium

Government · Bachelor's / Master's · Deadline: Varies by university

€300 / month
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Start your Germany application

Book a free consultation and we'll go through your options together.

  • No obligation
  • Fees agreed in writing
  • Fully confidential