Study in Germany from Pakistan
Public universities known for engineering and science, mostly without tuition fees. We plan your applications, prepare the blocked account and visa file, and get you ready for the move.
- Teaching
- English-taught programmes mostly at master’s level; many bachelor’s are in German
- Intakes
- Winter semester (October) and summer semester (April)
- Tuition
- No tuition at most public universities, only a semester contribution
- Funds
- A blocked bank account to show living costs
- Visa route
- National student visa after admission
Why Pakistani students choose Germany
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No tuition at most public universities
Most public universities charge no tuition, only a semester contribution. A few states and universities do charge non-EU students.
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Engineering and science
German technical universities are known worldwide for engineering, computer science and the natural sciences.
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English-taught master’s
Many master’s programmes are taught fully in English, while most bachelor’s programmes are in German.
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Two intakes a year
Many programmes start in the winter semester (October) and some also in the summer semester (April).
Universities in Germany we help students apply to
Your shortlist is built from programmes that fit your degree, grades and budget.
- University of Duisburg-Essen Duisburg and Essen · founded 2003
- Justus Liebig University Giessen Giessen · founded 1607
- University of Kassel Kassel · founded 1971
- Worms University of Applied Sciences Worms
- University of Bonn Bonn · founded 1818
- TU Dortmund University Dortmund · founded 1968
- University of Siegen Siegen · founded 1972
- Chemnitz University of Technology Chemnitz
- University of Bremen Bremen · founded 1971
- Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg Magdeburg · founded 1993
Requirements and documents
What a typical application and visa file needs. Exact requirements depend on the university and programme, and we prepare a checklist for each one.
Get my personal checklist- Bachelor’s transcripts and degree for a master’s; most bachelor’s routes need a foundation year or some university study first
- An English test such as IELTS for English-taught programmes, or a German certificate for German-taught ones
- A uni-assist evaluation for universities that use it
- A CV and motivation letter for each programme
- A blocked bank account to show living costs for the visa
- Health insurance and accommodation details for the visa appointment
Tuition and scholarships
No tuition at most public universities, only a semester contribution. Living costs depend mainly on the city. These are the main funding routes:
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DAAD scholarships
The German Academic Exchange Service funds international students, mostly at master’s and doctoral level.
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Deutschlandstipendium
A merit scholarship awarded by universities, open to international students already enrolled.
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Foundation scholarships
German political and private foundations fund students with strong records in many fields.
When to apply
Counted back from your start date. Each university sets its own deadlines, so we build your exact plan around your shortlist.
Winter semester (October)
- 10–12 months beforeShortlist programmes and prepare documents and an English test.
- 5–9 months beforeApply directly or through uni-assist; many deadlines fall in the spring and early summer.
- 3–5 months beforeAccept an offer, open the blocked account and book the visa appointment early.
- 1–3 months beforeAttend the visa appointment, then arrange insurance, travel and housing.
Summer semester (April)
- 10–12 months beforeCheck which programmes on your list offer a summer start.
- 5–8 months beforeApply; many summer deadlines fall in the late autumn and winter.
- 1–4 months beforeOpen the blocked account and complete the visa appointment.
Official sources for Germany
Fees, deadlines and visa rules change every year. Before you apply or pay, check them on the official pages; we update this page when they change.
- DAAD Admission requirements, programmes and scholarships.
- German Missions in Pakistan Student visa rules, blocked account amount and appointments.
- uni-assist Application portal and document checks for many universities.
Studying in Germany: common questions
Something not covered here? Ask us on WhatsApp and we’ll answer it.
Is studying in Germany free for Pakistani students?
At most public universities, yes: there is no tuition for bachelor’s or master’s degrees, only a semester contribution. Baden-Württemberg charges non-EU students €1,500 per semester, TUM charges new non-EU students more, and private universities charge full fees. For the visa you still show €11,904 for your first year, usually in a blocked account.
Can I study in Germany in English?
Yes, mainly at master’s level, where many programmes are taught fully in English. Most bachelor’s programmes are taught in German, and only 3.7% of undergraduate programmes are in English (HRK, winter semester 2025-26). If your programme is in English you do not need German for admission, though some German helps with daily life.
Can I go to Germany for a bachelor’s after Intermediate?
Usually not directly. Pakistan’s HSSC (FSc, ICS, FA, I.Com) does not give direct entry to a German university. Most students first complete a Studienkolleg, a German foundation course, or one year of university in Pakistan, and three good A-levels can give direct entry. We check the route for your results.
What is a blocked account?
It is a German bank account holding your first-year living costs, €11,904 a year or €992 a month, from which you withdraw a fixed sum each month once you arrive. You pay the money in before your visa appointment. It is the usual way to show funds for the student visa, and the money stays yours.
What is uni-assist?
uni-assist is a service about 180 German universities use to check international applications before they reach the university. It charges €75 for the first course and €30 for each further course in the same semester. Some universities, such as Stuttgart, run their own portals instead, and many Studienkolleg applications also go through uni-assist.
When should I apply to German universities?
For the October intake, start about a year ahead. The usual deadlines are 15 July for the winter semester and 15 January for summer, but many English-taught master’s close earlier, some as early as 1 March. Visa appointments can take time, so plan the blocked account and appointment as soon as you have an offer.
Book your free study abroad consultation
Tell us about yourself and where you want to study. We’ll contact you on WhatsApp or by email to set a time, on a call, by video or in person.
In the consultation we cover
- Which country and universities fit your grades, degree and budget
- Which intakes and deadlines you can still make
- Scholarships you may qualify for and the documents you will need
- What our paid support includes, if you want us to handle your case