The APS certificate verifies your academic documents and is mandatory for students from India and certain other countries before applying to German universities.
APS (Akademische Prüfstelle) is a verification body that checks the authenticity of your academic records, ensuring a smooth university application.
Students from India, China, Vietnam and a few other countries must obtain APS before applying.
Your degrees, transcripts and school certificates are verified for authenticity.
Typically takes 2–4 weeks once all documents are correctly submitted.
Register on the APS India / relevant portal and fill in your academic details.
Submit scanned copies of your transcripts, degrees and identity proof.
Pay the verification fee and send physical copies if required.
Get your APS certificate, which you then use for university applications.