I already have my APS certificate and I'm applying in 2026 for a Winter 2027 CS-related master's in Germany. Do I still need to take the dMAT exam, or is APS enough?
No, you do not need to take the dMAT exam. Because your APS certificate was already issued, the new Digital Master Test only applies to applicants who register or ship documents from June 29, 2026 onward, so your existing certificate remains fully valid for your Winter 2027 applications.
No, you do not need to sit the dMAT exam. Your APS certificate was already issued before the new rule took effect, so it remains completely valid for your Winter 2027 visa and university applications without any extra testing on your part.
APS Rule vs University Rule
| Body | dMAT Requirement | Applies to You |
|---|---|---|
| APS India | Mandatory only for applicants registering or shipping documents from June 29, 2026 onward | No, your certificate was already issued |
| Individual German universities | Some competitive CS programs may still ask for dMAT, GRE, or TestAS on their own | Possible, check each program directly |
What You Should Still Verify
- Check the exact admission requirements page (Zugangsvoraussetzungen) on every target university's portal, since programs set their own testing rules independently of APS.
- Confirm whether your shortlisted CS programs ask for GRE or TestAS scores alongside your regular application documents.
- Remember your current APS certificate stays valid indefinitely for the degree it verifies, so you will not need a fresh one unless your academic status changes later.
My Advice
Do not let the dMAT headlines distract you. Instead, spend this week pulling up the admission requirements page for each Winter 2027 CS program on your shortlist, and email the admissions office directly if a page does not clearly state its testing policy.
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