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Cost of Studying in Germany for Indian Students

By Elena Rostova•6 min read

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Indian Student's Guide to Studying in Germany

Germany has become highly popular in India due to high-quality technical programs and zero tuition fees. Let's analyze the exact costs in Indian Rupees (INR).

1. Tuition Fees

Public Universities: €0. You only pay a semester contribution of €150 to €350. In INR, this is roughly ₹13,500 to ₹31,500 per semester.

Private Universities: €10,000 to €20,000 per year (₹9,00,000 to ₹18,00,000).

2. Blocked Account (₹10,70,000 INR)

You must block €11,904 for your living expenses. This equals approximately ₹10,70,000 INR depending on the exchange rate. This is the biggest up-front cost after tuition.

3. Flights and Visa

Visa Fee: €75 (approx. ₹6,700).

One-Way Flight: ₹35,000 to ₹65,000 (depending on route: Delhi/Mumbai to Frankfurt/Munich).

4. Part-Time Work

International students in Germany can work 140 full days or 280 half days per year. With the minimum wage at €12.41/hour, students can earn around €520 to €1,000 per month, covering their living costs completely.

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