What is the APS fee in India?

₹18,000, not refundable (APS India).

How long does APS take?

APS says at least two weeks after payment, with no fixed time; plan for longer in peak season and start months before your university deadlines.

From the summer 2027 intake, Master’s applicants whose previous degree is in engineering, commerce, finance, economics, business or management take the dMAT (Digital Master Test) before APS certifies them. Students who registered with APS or shipped their documents before 29 June 2026 are exempt.

Is the APS certificate valid forever?

Yes, APS says the certificate is valid indefinitely, for university applications and the visa.

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APS certificate for India: steps, fee and the dMAT

Indian applicants need the APS certificate from the Academic Evaluation Centre at the German Embassy, New Delhi, before universities and the visa officer look at their file.

Figures last confirmed 25 September 2026 against the official sources linked below.

The steps

Register on the APS India website and pay the fee of ₹18,000.
From summer 2027, if your Bachelor’s is in an affected field, take the dMAT first.
Send your documents as APS India’s checklist lists them, by courier to the Academic Evaluation Centre, New Delhi.
APS checks your documents with your university; the certificate follows, at least two weeks after payment.

APS India: how to apply · document checklists · the dMAT · FAQs

Questions people ask

What is the APS fee in India?: ₹18,000, not refundable (APS India).
How long does APS take?: APS says at least two weeks after payment, with no fixed time; plan for longer in peak season and start months before your university deadlines.
Do I need the dMAT?: From the summer 2027 intake, Master’s applicants whose previous degree is in engineering, commerce, finance, economics, business or management take the dMAT (Digital Master Test) before APS certifies them. Students who registered with APS or shipped their documents before 29 June 2026 are exempt.
Is the APS certificate valid forever?: Yes, APS says the certificate is valid indefinitely, for university applications and the visa.

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