Application to German Universities via Uni-Assist from India: Step-by-Step Detailed Guide
02 August 2025
Want to study in Germany? For the majority of Indian students, the first giant step in this direction is to tackle the Uni-Assist portal, a central service that evaluates your academic qualifications on your behalf for German universities. It may seem intimidating at first, but with proper preparation and transparency, the application process is quite simplified.
In this exhaustive manual by BCES Admissions Abroad, we are going to walk you through the entire process you should be aware of—document preparation, payment processes, and the recent updates for 2025. Irrespective of whether you are getting ready for a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program, an understanding of how Uni-Assist works can save you time, effort, and unwanted delays.
What is Uni-Assist and Why Indian Students Need It?
Uni-Assist (University Application Service for International Students) is a web portal that pre-screens international student applications to over 180 German universities. If your university utilizes the services of Uni-Assist, you would have to submit your documents initially through their portal. They check if your documents are suitable for the German education system or not and then forward your certified application to your target universities.
As of 2025, the majority of German public universities still insist on Indian applicants using Uni-Assist, especially for English-language Master’s programs.
Step-by-Step Uni-Assist Application Guide for Indian Students
Step 1: Check if Your University Uses Uni-Assist
Not all German universities have a Uni-Assist. Start with looking at the official website of your desired university and discover if they ask you to apply through Uni-Assist. If they do, they will also explain specific requirements for your course.
Step 2: Open a Uni-Assist Account
Visit www.uni-assist.de and register as a new user. Provide a valid e-mail address and safe password. Once your account is created, you may go ahead with the online application.
Step 3: Gather and Organize Your Documents
The following is what you will mostly need:
- Academic certificates and transcripts (10th, 12th, Bachelor’s, etc.)
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (for Master’s)
- Medium of Instruction or IELTS/TOEFL test score
- CV in European format (for Master’s study)
- Copy of passport
- Passport photograph
Ensure that all the documents are either in English or German and scanned clearly. All documents must be uploaded as PDF.
Important Update: Indian students applying for Master’s courses after 2025 need to submit a digital APS certificate with the application via Uni-Assist. If not, your application will not be considered.
Step 4: Choose Your Courses and Enroll
Once your documents are ready, log in to your Uni-Assist account and find the course and universities you wish to apply for. Add them to your application list. Bear in mind that each course will have a different application submission, so think carefully.
Step 5: Pay the Application Fee
Uni-Assist will charge you 75 EUR for the first university and 30 EUR for each additional course/university. Pay them through international credit cards or bank transfer. Always carry your payment receipt with you.
Step 6: Send Hard Copies (Only If Necessary)
They ask you to send notarized hard copies of your papers to Uni-Assist in Berlin. But the majority of them today permit entirely digital application. Before sending hard copies, visit the university’s website.
Step 7: Wait for the Evaluation and Forwarding
Once your payment and documents have been sent to Uni-Assist, it will take about 4–6 weeks to finish your profile. They will forward your application to the university. You should keep monitoring your Uni-Assist portal for alerts.
Step 8: Apply for Your German Student Visa
Once you have obtained your admission letter from your chosen university, you can then apply for a student visa. Do ensure that you make a prior appointment for your visa at your local German consulate since waiting periods are lengthy.
We at BCES Admissions Abroad guide the students step by step, from application to visa counseling, to top study destinations like Germany. Our experts have handled admissions of hundreds of Indian students in top German universities. Struggling with preparing your Uni-Assist application? Contact us today at +91-9319996328.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. Uni-Assist member universities only have to submit via the system. Always ask the university first prior to submission.
It costs 75 EUR for the initial application. It is 30 EUR for each additional course/university.
APS certificate is a required document for Indian applicants who are applying to German universities through Uni-Assist. It is a verification of the authenticity of your academic qualification.
Assessment will be 4 to 6 weeks. Apply well ahead in order to avoid delay in your visa application and university admission.
Yes, you can send in many courses and universities but pay for each one individually.
Generally speaking, electronic submissions are fine, but certain ones may still ask for hard copies. Check their official websites to be sure.Â
If the mistake is minor (e.g. spelling), Uni-Assist will still process it. In critical mistakes, you may be required to correct and re-submit, therefore double-check prior to final submission.