Public university · Germany
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
Magdeburg, Saxony-Anhalt
✓ On Germany's official list of universitiesFor Indian students
Checked on the university's own website on 19/10/2026. Tap Source to see each fact.
Tuition for non-EU studentsNo tuition fees. Extra fees apply only for a second degree.Source ↗
Semester fee, winter 2026/27€329.3 a semesterAbout ₹35,000. €90 Studentenwerk + €226.80 Deutschlandsemesterticket (public transport) + €12.50 student councilSource ↗
APS certificateYes. Applicants from India, China and Vietnam must include an original (digital) APS certificate with their uni-assist application.Source ↗
How to apply for a master'sVia uni-assist; winter deadline 15 July (portal opens 15 April). Some programmes close earlier, e.g. Data and Knowledge Engineering and Digital Engineering on 15 May.Source ↗
India's 3-year degree, for a master'sData and Knowledge Engineering MSc: the bachelor's must last at least 3 years (six semesters), in computer science or a closely related field, grade 2.3 or better.Source ↗
English test for English-taught master'sIELTS 6.5 · TOEFL 85B2 level = IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT 85; C1-level programmes (e.g. Data and Knowledge Engineering) need IELTS 7.0 / TOEFL iBT 95Source ↗
Rules and fees differ by programme. Always check the programme page before you apply. Rupee figures use the RBI reference rate and are rounded. English-taught master's at this university ↗ Page for international applicants ↗
Applying from India
Start with the APS certificateIndian applicants usually need it to apply and for the student visa. It checks your Indian marks and can take weeks.APS India (official) ↗
Plan living costsTuition is only part of the cost. Rent, health insurance and the visa's blocked account add up.Germany cost in rupeesScholarships
On the Federal Statistical Office's key list of universities (as of 08/06/2026, listed as “Magdeburg, U”), checked 19/10/2026.
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