Public university · Germany
University of Hamburg
Hamburg
✓ 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. Universität Hamburg abolished tuition fees in October 2012; students pay only the semester contribution.Source ↗
Semester fee, winter 2026/27€402 a semesterAbout ₹43,000. Includes semester public transport pass (€226.80), Studierendenwerk (€101), student body fees and €50 admin feeSource ↗
APS certificateYes. Hamburg's recognition page says bachelor's degree certificates from India need a verifying APS certificate.Source ↗
How to apply for a master'sDirectly via Universität Hamburg's online application portal. Winter: 1 May–15 June for master's; 15 Feb–31 Mar for international master's programmes.Source ↗
India's 3-year degree, for a master'sThe faculty checks the foreign degree during the master's application; admission requirements are set per programme.Source ↗
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 “Hamburg, U”), checked 19/10/2026.
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