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MS CS in Germany Requirements 2026 — Application Checklist

MS CS in Germany application requirements 2026 — APS certificate, blocked account, motivation letter, visa steps, and timeline for Indian students.

Updated: 2026-04-01

Quick Answer

German MS CS applications require two phases: university application (with APS certificate) and student visa (with blocked account). Start the APS process 6+ months before your intended program start.

Key Highlights

  • APS Certificate: Apply at APS India (Delhi/Mumbai/Chennai); 4–8 weeks; ₹15,000–20,000 — start first
  • IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 88+ for English-medium programs (or TOEFL/EMI at accepting programs)
  • Official transcripts + degree certificate with apostille from MEA India
  • Motivation letter (1–2 pages) + CV in European format
  • Blocked account: €11,208/year at Deutsche Bank India, Fintiba, or Expatrio (₹10 lakh) — required for visa
  • German Student Visa (Type D): Apply at German embassy/VFS India; book appointment 4–8 weeks in advance; processing 6–10 weeks
  • After arrival: Register at Einwohnermeldeamt (resident registration) within 2 weeks; get residence permit within 90 days

Germany MS CS Application & Visa Checklist

All documents needed from application through visa issuance:

  • APS Certificate: Apply at APS India (Delhi/Mumbai/Chennai); 4–8 weeks; ₹15,000–20,000 — start first
  • IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 88+ for English-medium programs (or TOEFL/EMI at accepting programs)
  • Official transcripts + degree certificate with apostille from MEA India
  • Motivation letter (1–2 pages) + CV in European format
  • Blocked account: €11,208/year at Deutsche Bank India, Fintiba, or Expatrio (₹10 lakh) — required for visa
  • German Student Visa (Type D): Apply at German embassy/VFS India; book appointment 4–8 weeks in advance; processing 6–10 weeks
  • After arrival: Register at Einwohnermeldeamt (resident registration) within 2 weeks; get residence permit within 90 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

Start 10–12 months before program start: APS first (months 1–2), then university application (months 3–5), then blocked account + visa (months 6–9). For TUM Winter Semester: start APS in October for an October next-year start.
A blocked account proves financial capacity for your visa. €11,208 is deposited and released in monthly instalments (€934) after arrival. Set up online via Fintiba or Expatrio (~€200 fee).

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