Germany

Yes. TU Dresden charges zero tuition for standard, consecutive master's courses for Indian and international students. However, students must pay a mandatory semester contribution of roughly €270 to €300 per term, which typically covers regional public transit and administrative services.

Yes. For a tuition-free public university in an affordable German city - INR 20 Lakhs is generally sufficient to comfortably cover your first year of living expenses and setup costs. However it is not enough on its own for a full two-year degree unless you supplement it with part-time work or secure additional funding for your second year.

Yes. For a tuition-free public university in an affordable German city - INR 20 Lakhs is generally sufficient to comfortably cover your first year of living expenses and setup costs. However it is not enough on its own for a full two-year degree unless you supplement it with part-time work or secure additional funding for your second year.

Getting into TU Dresden is moderately competitive rather than strictly difficult for Indian students. Admission to TU Dresden depends primarily on meeting specific academic prerequisites, grade cutoffs (Numerus Clausus for restricted programs), and having clear documentation like the mandatory APS Certificate for Indian applicants.

Yes. Studying at TU Dresden is widely considered worth it. It is one of Germany's elite "Universities of Excellence" and offers strong academics, zero tuition fees, and high industry respect for its students. 

No. An Indian Affidavit of Support does not replace a blocked account or official Declaration of Commitment for the German student visa.

Yes, if they provide another accepted form of financial proof and meet all other student visa requirements.

Yes, there are ways in which students can study in Germany even without a blocked account. They just have to submit any other accepted proof of financial support. They can submit: 

• Declaration of Commitment
• Eligible scholarship