dMAT Exam Dates 2026-2027 for Indian Students

If you plan to study MS in Germany for the 2027 intake, you may need to take the dMAT as part of your APS process. The dMAT applies to selected Indian students with UG degrees. The first dMAT test in India will take place in September 2026.

The first official dMAT exam in India is scheduled for 26 September 2026, with registrations closing on 15 September 2026. Results and official digital certificates will be issued on 12 October 2026.

• First Test Date: 26 September 2026.
• Registration Deadline: 15 September 2026.
• Target Intake: Mandatory for affected Master's programs starting in Summer Semester 2027 and beyond.
• Exam Fee: dMAT exam fee for Indians is EUR 150 (approx. INR 16,500), payable directly on the g.a.s.t. portal (separate from the APS verification fee).
• 2027 Test Date: The next sitting is expected in Q1 2027 (January to March), with exact dates to be announced by g.a.s.t.

In this article, we cover all information related to the dMAT exam fee. This will be helpful for Indian students who want to study MS in Germany.

dMAT Exam Dates 2026 to 2027

The dMAT testing process is administered directly by g.a.s.t., while APS India evaluates the final test certificate during your visa documentation check. The confirmed schedule for the 2026 to 2027 cycle is detailed below:

Who Needs to Take the dMAT for the 2027 Intake?

The dMAT requirement does not apply to everyone. It is mandatory only for Indian graduates applying for Master's programs in Germany whose previous Bachelor's degree falls under these disciplines:

• Engineering (All core and specialized BTech/BE branches)
• Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• Business Administration or Management (BBA, BMS, etc.)

Exemption Note: You may also check the list of students who are exempted from taking the dMAT Exam. Applicants who completed their APS online registration or submitted their physical documents prior to 29 June 2026 are exempt. Additionally, students applying for Winter Semester 2026/27 are not required to sit the dMAT.

Has the dMAT 2027 Exam Date Been Announced?

No, the exact 2027 test date has not been officially released yet. The official dMAT portal (d-mat.de) and APS India have only published the confirmed 26 September 2026 sitting.

• The next test cycle is tentatively expected in Quarter 1 of 2027 (January to March 2027).
• Students targeting the German Summer Semester 2027 should strongly aim for the September 2026 sitting, as German university application deadlines (uni-assist) typically close by 15 January 2027. Waiting for the 2027 date may risk delayed APS issuance.
• dMAT test scores are valid indefinitely, meaning a certificate earned in 2026 can be safely used for 2027 and later admissions.

How to Plan Your dMAT and APS Timeline for Summer 2027

Because an incomplete APS application will hold up your German student visa, follow this structured roadmap:

1. Check Degree Qualification on Anabin: Before paying test fees, verify that your Indian college and Bachelor's degree are recognized (H+ status) on the official Anabin database.
2. Register on g.a.s.t. by 15 September 2026: Create an account on the g.a.s.t. portal, match your profile name strictly with your Indian passport, select your test city, and pay the €150 fee.
3. Appear for the Exam on 26 September 2026: Bring your printed registration confirmation and original passport to the test centre. Remember that scratch pads and calculators are strictly forbidden.
4. Download Your Score on 12 October 2026: Retrieve your digital certificate from the participant portal.
5. Submit to APS India: Upload the verified dMAT certificate to your APS account so your official paper or digital verification certificate can be processed and issued.

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