Germany Study Guide for Indians: Admission, Visa and Costs Expla

Step 1: Choose Your Course and University germany offers many job categories for indians. Many indian students who are not able to pay the fees then they choose public universities. In this case you have to pay the semester fees, which covers in which universities services and public transport is included. But the students who are able to pay they choose private universities because they usually have higher tution fees. Even if you have scored less marks in academics they still choose you. Befor applying make sure that all your previous academic document should be converted in germany. 

Step 2: Check the Admission Requirements Every universities have their own basic requirements so, before applying you should alway visit the official website. For most bachelors program. Indian students need 13 years of program indian students need to complete their 13 years of education. If you have only completed 12 years of education. You need to complete 1 year foundation course called studeinkolleg first. For a masters program, you dont need a bachelors degree in a related subject with good marks. For indian students there is one condition that they  should have an aps cerificate with then so that they can prove there documents are genuine. You also have to show your langauge skills. If your course is in English, you usually need an IELTS or TOEFL score. If your course is in German, you will need a Goethe or TestDaF certificate. Always visit the official website of the universities for the requirements. 

Step 3: Prepare Your Finances Before you get a german student visa you must show that you have enough money to survive in germany. For this you have to deposit the required amount of money into the blocked account before applying for your visa. This money is later released to you in installments so that you can use it for your expenses like rent , food and other daily needs.  

Step 4: Prepare Your Documents and Apply indian students can apply to german universities through a website called uni-assist. This platforms checks your documents and then send your documents to universities. on this platform you have to upload 10th and 12th marksheet and graduation marksheet(if needed). Most universities also ask for the statement of purpose means why you want to study in germany and an updated cv or resume. Some universities also require letter of recommendation from your school or college teachers . If you’re applying you should always make sure of the application deadline. 

Step 5: Apply for Your Student Visa You can apply for national student visa once you have got your offer letter and a strict rules  to official timelines. You must apply for national student visa once you have got your official letter you should not wait for too long because it delays the entire process visa process. 

Mandatory visa documentation 

Financial proof 

Health insurance  

Travel verification 

"The biggest mistake international students make is waiting too long to open their blocked account which delays the entire visa process." European Education Council 

Step 6: Find Accommodation Early Finding a place to live in cities like berlin, Munich and hamburg is very different right now because german is facing shortage in housing . You should start looking for a room in german the exact moment you got your admission in universities. 

Step 7: Arrive and Register in Germany your journey doesnt end when you land in germany. You have to register your new adress at the local citizen office in 14 days. This is the mandatory step which is known as anmeldung . You cant use a simple rental contract for this purpose. Otherwise german goverment will reject your application without this exact document.  The registration process is the most important step in your entire process. The registration unlocks your entire life in german. After this the office will hand you a registration certificate called a Meldebescheinigung. This certificate is very imporatnt and you need it for to open local bank account and officially enroll at your university. 

Step 8: Look for Part-Time Jobs indian students can legally work part time in germany  to earn extra money the goverment  recently expanded these works rights for international students. You are now allowed to work for 140 days or 280 half days . 

Step 9: Learn the German Language many programs are taught in english but for surving in germany you have to learn german so that you can talk to people in shops, hospitals it will be easy for you both to understand each other, you can also make local friends.