Dev Adnani is the founder of YourWeg, a platform that helps international students discover and apply to German universities with confidence. With a background in technology and a personal understanding of the challenges international students face, Dev built YourWeg to replace dozens of browser tabs and spreadsheets with one structured, data-driven workspace. He believes every student deserves transparent information and the tools to make informed decisions about their academic future in Germany.
Articles by Dev Adnani
- FH vs University in Germany: Fachhochschule vs Universität for Indians
FH vs University Germany explained: Fachhochschule vs Universität, Praxissemester, PhD path, CS Masters, jobs, and how Indian students should choose.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- First 30 Days in Germany for International Students: Checklist
What to do after landing in Germany as a student: Anmeldung, bank, SIM, Steuer-ID, health insurance, enrolment, and Ausländerbehörde in 30 days.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- German Academic Culture vs India: Exam Registration, Grading, First Semester
German academic culture vs India: exam registration, self-study, 1.0 to 5.0 grading, plagiarism, and why Indian students fail the first semester.
August 24, 2026 · 9 min read
- German Payslip Explained for Werkstudent Jobs (Lohnabrechnung)
German payslip explained for Werkstudent and student jobs: Brutto vs Netto, Steuerklasse, social insurance lines, minijob, and what to check every month.
August 24, 2026 · 11 min read
- Open a German Bank Account (Girokonto) After Anmeldung: Student Guide
How to open a Girokonto in Germany as an international student after Anmeldung: documents, N26 vs Sparkasse, SCHUFA, Steuer-ID, and Sperrkonto payouts.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- Does a 3-Year Indian Bachelor Qualify for a German Master's?
Does a 3-year Indian Bachelor qualify for a German Master's vs a 4-year B.Tech? Anabin, 180 ECTS, BA/BSc/BCom, and NEP four-year degrees.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- Semester Ticket vs Deutschlandticket for Students in Germany (2026)
Semester ticket vs Deutschlandticket for students in Germany 2026: Deutschlandsemesterticket price, Semesterbeitrag, ICE rules, and how to check your uni.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- TK vs AOK for Students in Germany: Cost, Enrollment Letter, Age 30
TK vs AOK for students in Germany: student rates, Mitgliedsbescheinigung, English support, switching, and what happens to public insurance after 30.
August 24, 2026 · 9 min read
- Why German Universities Reject Indian Students (Auflagen Explained)
Why German universities reject Indian students: uni-assist formal issues, ECTS mismatch, subject fit, and what Auflagen (conditional admission) means.
August 24, 2026 · 10 min read
- dMAT Affected Fields India: Is Your Degree on the APS List? (2026)
Is my degree on the dMAT list? Search APS India's official affected fields: B.Tech CSE, BCA, B.Sc CS, B.Com, BBA, Pharmacy. Free checker. June 2026 PDF.
August 19, 2026 · 9 min read
- dMAT Exam Pattern 2026: Core Module, GAM, Duration, and Official Prep
dMAT exam pattern: Core Module + General Academic Module, ~3.5 hours, English, single-choice. Official g.a.s.t. prep on d-mat.de — no unofficial mocks.
August 19, 2026 · 8 min read
- Apostille vs APS: India Documents for Germany (2026)
Apostille documents India Germany student visa: APS is German verification. MEA apostille is not a substitute. Run them in parallel only if a university asks.
August 15, 2026 · 11 min read
- dMAT Registration India 2026: Last Date, INR Fee, How to Book, and Test Centres
dMAT registration last date: 15 Sep 2026. Exam 26 Sep. Book on g.a.s.t., pay €150 (~₹16,500), pick an India centre, upload the PDF to APS.
August 15, 2026 · 11 min read
- Student Residence Permit After Arrival in Germany (2026)
Germany student residence permit after arrival: Anmeldung, insurance, enrolment, then Ausländerbehörde, eAT, and Fiktionsbescheinigung if the slot is late.
August 15, 2026 · 12 min read
- 18-Month Job-Search Permit After a German Degree (2026)
Job seeker visa after studying in Germany: §20 gives graduates 18 months to find skilled work. Then EU Blue Card (€50,700 / €45,934.20) or a skilled-worker title.
August 15, 2026 · 12 min read
- Got Several Zulassungen: Which German University Should You Pick?
Multiple admission letters Germany: pick by fit (Likely, Competitive, Reach), city, tuition, language, and visa timing, not by ranking screenshots.
August 15, 2026 · 10 min read
- Is Germany Still Tuition-Free in 2026? TUM and Baden-Württemberg
TUM tuition fees non-EU Master's are usually €4,000 to €6,000 per semester. Baden-Württemberg public unis charge €1,500. Most other public programmes still charge only a semester contribution.
August 15, 2026 · 11 min read
- What to Pack for Germany as an International Student (2026)
What to pack for Germany student arrivals: cabin documents, clothes, kitchen, meds, electronics, and what to buy after you land.
August 15, 2026 · 12 min read
- Zulassung vs Immatrikulation: Admission Is Not Enrolment in Germany
Immatrikulation Germany international students: Zulassung is the offer. Enrolment needs insurance, semester contribution, and papers for the residence permit.
August 15, 2026 · 11 min read
- Anmeldung Germany: City Registration Guide for International Students (2026)
Anmeldung Germany explained: 14-day deadline, Wohnungsgeberbestätigung, Bürgeramt appointment, Meldebescheinigung, and what students need after landing.
July 14, 2026 · 10 min read
- APS Certificate Guide: Countries, Steps, dMAT, and VPD (2026)
APS certificate guide for Germany: who needs APS by country, core process, timelines, dMAT for India, and how APS relates to VPD and uni-assist.
July 7, 2026 · 8 min read
- Expatrio vs Fintiba vs Coracle: Blocked Account Comparison (2026)
Expatrio vs Fintiba vs Coracle for Germany student visa blocked account. Updated fees, total cost, speed, refunds, and which active provider fits your case.
July 7, 2026 · 11 min read
- APS India: dMAT & TestAS — Who Needs an Extra Exam? (2026)
Who needs dMAT APS India? Master's from Summer 2027 in Engineering, Commerce, or Business. BCA and B.Sc CS usually skip it. Check fields, dates, exemptions.
July 4, 2026 · 7 min read
- Book VFS After CSP Approval: Why the Portal Link Matters (India, 2026)
Official CSP-to-VFS booking flow for Germany student visas in India: why direct VFS signup often shows no dates, how the CSP appointment link unlocks slots, new email rules, and Premium Lounge research.
July 4, 2026 · 12 min read
- How to Fill the Germany Student Visa CSP Portal: Step-by-Step Guide for Indian Students (2026)
Official-source CSP walkthrough for Indian students: how the digital-first Study - APS process works, example field answers, upload checklist, and what may be needed at VFS after pre-review.
June 19, 2026 · 18 min read
- CV for German University Applications: Format and Checklist (2026)
CV for German university application: Lebenslauf structure, what to include, photo rules, length, and differences from US resume for Master's applicants.
June 9, 2026 · 8 min read
- DAAD Scholarships for International Students: Masters Guide (2026)
DAAD scholarship Germany masters: EPOS, Helmut Schmidt, eligibility, documents, deadlines, and how to apply without common mistakes.
June 9, 2026 · 10 min read
- Direct Apply vs Uni-Assist Germany: Which Route Should You Use?
Direct application vs uni-assist Germany: fees, timelines, member universities, VPD, and when to apply on the university portal instead.
June 9, 2026 · 9 min read
- Germany Student Visa Rejection: Reasons and How to Avoid Them (2026)
Top Germany student visa rejection reasons in 2026: blocked account errors, APS gaps, wrong insurance, weak motivation. Fixes before you apply.
June 9, 2026 · 10 min read
- Germany University Intake Deadlines: Winter and Summer 2026/27 Planner
Germany university intake deadlines for Winter 2026/27 and Summer 2027. Uni-assist July 15 rule, country bottlenecks, and month-by-month timeline.
June 9, 2026 · 9 min read
- GPA Conversion to German Grade: Bavarian Formula Guide (2026)
GPA conversion to German grade using the Modified Bavarian Formula. Works for CGPA, percentage, US GPA. Examples, table, and link to free converter.
June 9, 2026 · 9 min read
- Letters of Recommendation for German Universities: Who, When, and Format
Letter of recommendation for Germany university Master's: who to ask, timeline, format, how many LORs, and what referees should write.
June 9, 2026 · 8 min read
- Got Zulassung, No Room Yet? Germany Housing Stack + 4-Week Sprint (2026)
Find student housing in Germany from abroad after admission: every platform (WG-Gesucht, ImmoScout, Kleinanzeigen, Studentenwerk, FB/WhatsApp), 4-week sprint, visa form answer, and copy-paste message templates.
June 9, 2026 · 18 min read
- Studienkolleg Germany: Complete Guide for International Students (2026)
Studienkolleg Germany explained: who needs it, T/W/M-Kurs, FSP exam, costs, deadlines, and pathway after Class 12 or equivalent.
June 9, 2026 · 11 min read
- Cost of Living in Germany for Students (2026)
Monthly costs for students in Germany in 2026. Rent, food, transport, insurance by city. Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, Cologne, Leipzig and more. Budget tips.
May 25, 2026 · 8 min read
- Germany Student Visa Appointment: How to Book, Wait Times, and Timeline (2026)
Research-backed guide: Consular Service Portal + VFS booking for India, fees, student categories, jurisdiction, processing times, and official embassy rules.
May 21, 2026 · 14 min read
- Working While Studying in Germany: 140/280 Day Rule, Minijobs, and Salary (2026)
Part-time work for international students in Germany: AufenthG §16b limits (140 days / 280 half days), 20 hrs/week, minijob €603, HiWi rules, and salary estimates.
May 21, 2026 · 12 min read
- ECTS Credits for Indian Students: Conversion, 180 ECTS Rules, and Credit Gap Strategy (2026)
ECTS credits for Indian students explained with conversion logic, 180 ECTS requirements, and how German universities evaluate academic credit gaps.
May 5, 2026 · 11 min read
- Public vs Private Universities in Germany: Cost, Recognition, Visa, and Job Outcomes (2026)
Public vs private universities in Germany explained for international students, including tuition costs, recognition, visa impact, and employability trade-offs.
May 5, 2026 · 10 min read
- Uni-Assist VPD: What It Is, When You Need It, and How It Differs from a Full Application (2026)
Uni-assist VPD (Vorprüfungsdokumentation) explained: when you need it, VPD vs full application, fees (€75/€30), documents, and timeline.
May 5, 2026 · 9 min read
- MS in Germany Total Cost: First Year Budget (India Example, Public Uni)
MS in Germany total cost for international students: blocked €11,904, visa, rent by city, semester fees. India INR example (₹15 lakh year one) with global cost breakdown.
April 21, 2026 · 11 min read
- Uni-Assist Documents Guide: What to Upload, How to Scan, and What Gets Rejected
Uni-assist document checklist: scans vs notarized copies, certified translations, what to upload, and why files get rejected.
April 8, 2026 · 8 min read
- APS China: Complete Guide (Documents, Interview, Process)
APS China for Germany: required documents, notarization and verification rules, interview format, timeline, and common rejection risks.
March 26, 2026 · 9 min read
- APS Vietnam: Complete Guide (Documents, Interview, Process)
APS Vietnam for Germany: required documents, translation rules, interview expectations, timeline, and common mistakes.
March 26, 2026 · 8 min read
- Anabin Guide: German University Recognition
How to check if your degree is recognized in Germany. Anabin database, H+ status, Studienkolleg, and when you need it.
March 20, 2025 · 6 min read
- German University Application Checklist: Documents & Deadlines
Complete document checklist for applying to German universities. APS, language proof, transcripts, SOP, and deadline tips.
March 20, 2025 · 7 min read
- APS Certificate for India: Complete Step-by-Step Guide (2026)
APS India for Germany: ₹18,000 fee, online + courier, self-attested colour copies, timelines (2 to 6+ weeks), university/board verification, and how to avoid delays.
February 15, 2025 · 14 min read
- Blocked Account (Sperrkonto) for Germany Student Visa
Blocked account (Sperrkonto) for German student visa. How much to block (€11,904), providers (Fintiba, Expatrio, Coracle), and step-by-step setup.
February 14, 2025 · 6 min read
- Germany Student Visa: Requirements and Application Process
German student visa requirements. Documents, blocked account, health insurance, APS (if applicable), and step by step application guide.
February 12, 2025 · 11 min read
- Health Insurance for International Students in Germany
Mandatory health insurance for Germany. Public vs private, TK/AOK rates (€120 to 135), visa requirements, and switching after enrolment.
February 10, 2025 · 8 min read
- Statement of Purpose for German Universities: Structure & Tips
SOP (Motivationsschreiben) for Germany. What admissions want, 500 to 800 word structure, and mistakes to avoid.
February 8, 2025 · 8 min read
- TestDaF Guide: TDN 4 Requirements, Format & Prep
TestDaF for German universities. TDN 4 requirements, test format, fees (~€195), and preparation tips. Accepted by all German unis.
March 8, 2024 · 5 min read
- Language Tests for German Universities: IELTS, TOEFL, TestDaF, DSH
One resource: compare English and German exams for Germany, then IELTS Academic format, band scores, fees, and prep, plus TestDaF, TOEFL, DSH.
March 7, 2024 · 12 min read