German

The German government sets the amount. It follows the BAföG rate for living costs. Authorities update it based on expenses. Embassies and immigration offices enforce it for visas.

The required amount is €11,904 for one year. This equals €992 per month. It stays the same from 2025 into 2026. Always check official sources for updates.

To enroll in a German taught course at LMU Munich students will have to submit the following tests mentioned to become eligible-

• Goethe certificate (B2: TDN 3)
• TestDaF
• onDaF
• telc German
• Deutsche Hochschulzugangsberechtigung 

Yes since there are no bachelor's programs at the University of Mannheim in English you will need to provide proof of German language proficiency equivalent to at least C1 level of the CEFR. For master's programme it depends on the language of instruction of your desired program

Yes, to get admitted to the University of Luxembourg as an Indian student, you would need all your academic documents to be issued in English, German or French. 

All the documents are given below -

• Academic transcripts
• Records 
• An updated CV 

These would be required to be translated in these official languages. To get the application properly assessed, it is an important requirement.

International students at Heidelberg need to submit proof of German language proficiency incase the course one is going for has an instruction language of the same. A few ways to do this for courses requiring level DSH-2 is via the following exams/certificates-

• Deutsches Sprachdiplom there Kultusministerkonferenz, Level 2
• Deutsche Sprachprüfung für then Hochschulzugang, Level 2
• Goethe-Zertifikat C2
• Test Deutsch als Fremdsprache
• telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule certificate

To study at the University of Mannheim, it can be handy if you know German. 

• For UG prorgams a C1 level of the language is important
• For Masters ones, it is not as important because most of these courses are taught in English. 

And, it is suggested that the Indian students to have some level of familiarity with this language to survive in the German-speaking environment. 

Knowing German is helpful but not always mandatory. Many MBA jobs in Germany are available in English which is best for Indians. There are international companies, startups, consulting firms, and multinational organisations.

To apply for study visa for Germany check the following docs that need to be submitted mentioned below

• Valid passport
• 3 passport photos
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Offer letter
• Health insurance 
• Academic transcripts
• Proof of English skills
• Residence Permit fee
• APS Certificate (not mandatory for all univs)

Yes, for Bachelors, German Language is very important. Most free public universities teach in German only. You should clear at least B1 or B2 Level exams (Goethe/Telc) in India before going, otherwise you will struggle.