Which checklist should I follow to check my eligibility for a master's in Germany as an Indian student?
15 Oct 2026 · Answered by Abhishek Mehta · 1 min read
Quick Answer
verified
To check your eligibility for a master's in Germany, you typically need a related bachelor's degree, preferably four years, with around 70% or 7.5 CGPA. You also need an APS certificate, IELTS 6.5 or German C1, a Blocked Account, and enough ECTS credits in core subjects.
Use this checklist to check your readiness for a master's in Germany. It covers your academic profile, APS, language scores, finances and credits, and each item can vary by university.
Eligibility Checklist
| Area | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Academic | Bachelor's degree, preferably 4 years, in a related field with around 70% or above (7.5 CGPA) |
| APS certificate | Generally mandatory for Indian applicants; apply about 6 months in advance |
| Language | IELTS 6.5 for English-taught programmes, or TestDaF or Goethe C1 for German-taught programmes |
| Financials | Blocked Account with EUR 11,904 (approx INR 12.68 L) |
| Credits | Sufficient ECTS credits in core subjects, for example higher mathematics for engineering |
How to Use the Checklist
- Tick each item against your own profile and note the gaps.
- Start the APS early because it takes time.
- Match your credits to your target programme's subject requirements.
- Figures are typical and can change, so check the official page for the latest figure.
My Advice
Start with the two items that take the longest, the APS certificate and your ECTS match. A strong CGPA alone is not enough, so compare your transcript with the programme's subject needs before you shortlist universities.
Low percentage, study gap or no work experience?
Find out which German universities you still qualify for.
4.7/5 Google
🎓 25K+ admits
Check My EligibilityRelated topics
More Universities & admissions questions
- When are the spring and fall application deadlines for South Korean universities that I should plan for?
- How much would I pay in first-year tuition for the International MBA program at York University, Toronto?
- What are some effective online German language classes for Indian students preparing to study in Germany?
- By when should my HEP point be completed, should it be this month to avoid delay in UK?
- If I apply to two courses at the same university, do I need separate letters of recommendation for each course or can I use the same letter for both?
- What are the chances of getting a conditional offer letter requiring IELTS even if I have a good 12th standard score?
- Is January 2027 intake possible for masters in business analytics in UK/UAE?
- Which universities in the USA offer MS Engineering Management for a B.Tech Automotive Engineering graduate, Duolingo 120 and ₹80 lakhs budget?
More Germany questions
- Other than Canada and Netherlands, are there better countries to study science and technology in Germany/Singapore?
- Is Germany the best first priority country for my course and career scope for a Master's?
- Why is the dMAT subject module called Battery Science and Technology in Engineering?
- Is it better to spend 12 lakhs in India or go abroad for higher studies in Germany for a Master's?
- Can I target Germany, Italy, or the Netherlands for a master's in computer science without a computer science background?
- Is it possible to get a fully funded scholarship if he scores seven or above (seventy percent) in the third year in Germany?
- Does my 12th grade percentage affect my master's application in Germany/France for a Bachelor's?
- Would you suggest me to give IELTS first before starting the application process in Germany/Italy for a Master's?
🎓 Low marks, gap year or no experience? Check Eligibility