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Indian students at Free University Berlin

International studies and political science — strong in humanities research

Updated 13 August 2026

Location
Berlin
Type
Social Sciences Political Science
Monthly rent
€950–1,400
APS Required
Yes

🎓 About Free University Berlin for Indian students

International studies and political science — strong in humanities research. The university has an active Indian student community accessible via our WhatsApp group.

📋 Application checklist

Get APS certificate — start 5+ months before deadline
Prepare degree certificate + certified German translation
Apply via uni-assist or direct university portal
Open blocked account (e.g. Fintiba, Expatrio or Coracle)
Apply for student visa at German embassy — 6–8 weeks before
Book temporary accommodation for first 2 weeks
Do Anmeldung within 14 days of arrival
Register with TK or AOK student health insurance (about €145/mo)
Collect Steuer-ID when it arrives (2–4 weeks after Anmeldung)
Immatrikulieren (enrol) at university with all documents

💶 Monthly budget in Berlin

Rent (room or small flat)€950–1,400/mo est.
Groceries€150–250
Health insurance€140–150 (student rate)
Transport (semester ticket incl.)€0–80
Eating out / personal€150–250
Total estimate€1,400–2,150/mo

🔧 Student tools

🏦 Blocked Account 📋 APS Guide 📊 Budget Planner 📈 Grade Converter

💬 Connect

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ℹ️ Verify with official sources. Admission requirements change each semester — always check the university international office website before applying.

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