I have done diploma in Mechanical Engineering. And I have 3 years of work experience. I want to be admitted to the Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering in Germany. Which university would be best for me?

Although most public colleges in Germany do not charge tuition, some private universities may charge semester fees or annual fees ranging from 250 to 3,000 euros. For an Indian student, this is about equivalent to 21,500-2.6 lakh INR. In addition, although engineering schools in Germany currently have affordable tuition, several scholarships are available.

In the top 50 mechanical engineering universities worldwide, according to QS Ranking 2022, are four German universities.

1. RWTH Aachen University    
QS Mechanical Engineering Rankings 2022: 18    
Course: Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Mechanical Engineering
Duration (in years): 3.5    
Annual Program Fees (in EUR): 582

2. Technical University of Munich (TUM)    
QS Mechanical Engineering Rankings 2022: 25    
Course: Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering    
Duration (in years): 3    
Annual Program Fees (in EUR): 258

3. Universität Stuttgart    
QS Mechanical Engineering Rankings 2022: 42    
Course: Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Mechanical Engineering
Duration (in years): 3    
Annual Program Fees (in EUR): 3000

4. Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)    
QS Mechanical Engineering Rankings 2022: 43    
Course: Bachelor of Science (BSc.) in Mechanical Engineering
Duration (in years): 3    
Annual Program Fees (in EUR): 3000

Admission Requirements: 
Some colleges could require international (non-EU) students to submit a TestAS certificate (a central, standardized aptitude test for international students for UG admission in German universities).
Students should present documentation of their linguistic ability.
Talents in the German language like TestDAF and DSH.
English language proficiency through tests like the PTE, TOEFL, or IELTS

Documents Required for Admission

• Completed admission application form
• Attested copies and originals of your previous education certificates (10, 12, or equivalent).
• Scores of tests required to study in Germany, which include language proficiency tests.
• Letter of motivation
• Copy of passport
• Applicants must prove that they have around 8,800 EUR to live in Germany for one year. 

Cost of Study
Pre-Arrival Costs to Germany
IELTS Fees: 140-150 EUR
TOEFL Fees: 236.17 EUR
DSH: 110 EUR
TestDAF: 90-175 EUR
Visa Application Fees: 75 EUR

Cost of Living
Rent: 350 EUR
Food: 160 EUR
Internet and Mobile Phone: 40 EUR
Books and Stationery: 45 EUR
Transport: 90 EUR

Scholarships for International Students

1. DAAD (the German Academic Exchange Service) Scholarships    
Provided By: The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)    
Supplied to: International Students Studying in Germany    
Benefits: Fully funded scholarships

2. Erasmus+    
Provided By: European Commission    
Provided to: International students to study in Europe    
Benefits: Living Costs

3. Heinrich Boll Scholarships    
Provided By: State or state-recognized Universities in Germany    
Supplied to: International students of all degree levels    
850 EUR per month, also various individual allowances; Benefits: Tuition fees

Hopefully, this answer will clear all your doubts.