What will it cost? (in ₹)

Blocked account amount

For a study visa, the German Missions in India ask for a blocked account with €11,904 for the first year of studies, of which at most €992 can be withdrawn per month.

• The amount is linked to the German student grant (BAföG) rate and can change. Always check the German mission in India before transferring money.
• Provider fees are extra — deposit a little more than the minimum so fees don't leave you short.

Student public health insurance: age limit 30

Compulsory statutory health insurance at the student rate applies at most until you complete your 30th year of life. If you start your Master's close to or after 30, ask a public insurer about your options before you choose.

Baden-Württemberg charges €1,500 per semester

Public universities in Baden-Württemberg (e.g. Stuttgart, Heidelberg, KIT, Freiburg, Mannheim) charge students from outside the EU/EEA €1,500 per semester, plus the normal semester contribution.

• Exemptions exist (e.g. some exchange programmes, a talent quota of up to 5% per university).

TU Munich charges non-EU tuition

TUM charges students who completed their previous education outside the EU tuition fees — usually €4,000 or €6,000 per semester for Master's programmes. TUM has announced higher fees from winter semester 2027/28 (€4,600 or €6,800). Check each programme page.

• Waivers exist for high-achieving and financially needy applicants.