Almost 50,000 Indian Students Currently in Germany Despite Harsher Entry Regulations
27 June 2025
Is it still worth it for Indian students now with stricter rules? Yes—and the figures prove it. The number of Indian students studying at German universities rose by around 15% last year alone to nearly 50,000. That’s the biggest single nation group of foreign students ever to study in Germany—and they’re Indians.
This growth is impressive, particularly when Germany has just made its student visa and entry process more stringent. From added paperwork for financials to stricter filters for academics and embassy interviews, it is no longer a cakewalk to arrive in Germany. And still, Indian students are rising to the challenge.
Why? Because the opportunities are still unparalleled. Germany’s dependability as far as cheap but quality education is concerned puts it on the list. The free education is provided by the public universities, and it is at the forefront in engineering, computer science, business studies, and research. For those who want international exposure at a reasonable price in comparison to the UK or the US, Germany is the ideal compromise.
Another massive selling factor is the cost of living, which is fairly low compared to other European or Western nations. And, at least for some programs, it’s fairly straightforward to take English courses so Indian students don’t have to be fluent in German—though it does prove handy for everyday life and potential job opportunities once they have graduated.
At BCES Admissions Abroad, we’ve noticed a clear rise in interest from Indian students this year. Many are prepared to go through additional steps—attending language classes, preparing detailed financial proof, and staying patient through longer visa timelines—because they see the long-term value in a German degree. For more information, contact us at 9319996328.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A combination of quality education, little or no tuition fees for state universities, reasonable job opportunities, and a hospitable climate for foreign students—particularly in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics and business—is what Germany has to offer.
Yes. Indian students are the largest group of foreign students in Germany in 2025 with nearly 50,000 students.
Yes, it’s tighter. Students must provide clean financial documents, academic background, and usually elementary German cognizance. But with preparation, it is very achievable.
Yes. English is the medium of instruction in most programs, particularly postgraduate courses. Still, learning German will acclimatize you quicker and offer you more opportunities in the domestic job market.
A: We assist students at each step—right from selecting a suitable university and course to drafting a good Statement of Purpose (SOP), visa file preparation, embankment interview preparation, and even post-arrival guidance in Germany.