Germany

Indian students applying for long-term courses in Germany typically need an APS certificate.

 Exemptions may apply for short-term courses, some private universities, PhD programs, and international degree holders. Verify requirements with your university and German embassy.

Yes, all Indian students must appear for the NEET exam and secure the qualifying marks in order to pursue MBBS in Germany. Also, you must take up the TMS exam (Test for Medical Studies) to be eligible to pursue Medicine in Germany. You can also take up individual university entrance exam to pursue higher education in Medicine in a German university.

The TMS full form is Test for Medical Studies, which is a medical entrance exam in Germany. It is an aptitute exam which tests your visual skills, memory, basic mathematical and scientific understanding, spatial reasoning, concentration and diligence. It comprises of seven subtests that test the abilities mentioned above. All these seven subtests are conducted consecutively, with a one-hour break after the 4th test.

If your university is listed as H+/- in the Anabin database, you'll need to verify if your specific degree is also listed as "entspricht" or "gleichwertig" (equivalent) in the detailed display. If not, you'll need to apply for a Statement of Comparability from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB). Completing a one-year Bachelor's degree in India won't automatically qualify you for a German university. You'll likely need to complete a Studienkolleg, a preparatory program, or have your qualifications assessed individually.