Is studying in Germany free for Indian students?

Public universities charge no tuition in most states (Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students). But the first year still needs about ₹17,47,397 in cash for a typical Master’s student, most of it the blocked account of €11,904, which you get back month by month as living money.

How much money do I need for a German student visa?

The German missions in India ask for €11,904 for one year in a blocked account, about ₹12,97,536 at 109 rupees a euro.

What does a consultant charge for Germany?

Typically ₹30,000 to ₹1,50,000 for the file. Ambiful Abroad gives you the same plan for free.

Cost · India → Germany

Cost of studying in Germany from India (first year, in rupees)

For a Master’s student from India starting in winter, the first year needs about ₹17,47,397 in cash. ₹14,06,536 of that is deposits that come back to you.

Figures last confirmed 14 October 2026 against the official sources linked below.

Paid before you go

Fees and one-off costs, spent.

APS certificate · source	₹18,000
English test (IELTS) · source	₹19,000
Copies and certified translations · source	₹8,000
uni-assist (3 applications) · source	₹14,715
National visa fee · source	₹8,175
Flight to Germany · source	₹45,000
Subtotal	₹1,12,890

Deposits that come back

The blocked account is your living money for the year; the room deposit is returned when you move out.

Blocked account (proof of funds) · source	₹12,97,536
Room deposit · source	₹1,09,000
Subtotal	₹14,06,536

Living costs in the first year

Paid month by month in Germany, mostly from the blocked account’s payouts.

Rent (national average) · source	₹6,67,080
Food, transport and everything else · source	₹6,01,680
Student health insurance · source	₹1,91,347
Semester contribution (2 semesters) · source	₹65,400
Subtotal	₹15,25,507

First-year cash needed: ₹17,47,397

Paid before you go (₹1,12,890) plus the deposits (₹14,06,536) plus ₹2,27,971 of living costs the blocked account does not cover. The year’s living costs are paid from the blocked account’s monthly payouts, so they are not counted twice.

Rupee amounts at 109 rupees a euro (ECB reference rate). Rent uses the national median for a student room; Munich, Frankfurt and other big cities cost more. A consultant typically charges ₹30,000–₹1,50,000 on top.

Questions people ask

Is studying in Germany free for Indian students?: Public universities charge no tuition in most states (Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students). But the first year still needs about ₹17,47,397 in cash for a typical Master’s student, most of it the blocked account of €11,904, which you get back month by month as living money.
How much money do I need for a German student visa?: The German missions in India ask for €11,904 for one year in a blocked account, about ₹12,97,536 at 109 rupees a euro.
What does a consultant charge for Germany?: Typically ₹30,000 to ₹1,50,000 for the file. Ambiful Abroad gives you the same plan for free.

Your own numbers and dates

Ambiful Abroad works this out for your degree, city and intake, then dates every step back from your deadline. Free on iPhone and Android.

General information, not legal or visa advice. The German mission and the authorities decide.