About the university
The Technische Universität Darmstadt was founded in 1877 and is one of Germany's leading universities of technology and a member of TU9. It has 13 departments and about 120 degree programmes in engineering, the natural sciences and the humanities.
TU Darmstadt is best known for computer science, IT security, electrical and mechanical engineering, and business and engineering. It works closely with industry in the Rhine-Main region.
For Indian students, the appeal is a long list of English-taught master's, including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, IT Security and Aerospace Engineering, with no tuition fees. Admission checks your bachelor's against TU Darmstadt's own reference degree, and you may have to pass an entrance check or exam.
Darmstadt is a city of around 160,000 people with well over 40,000 students, south of Frankfurt in the Rhine-Main region, and the semester ticket covers local and regional trains across Germany.
- Founded
- 1877
- Type
- Public technical university in the state of Hesse; a member of TU9, the alliance of leading German universities of technology
- Students
- About 27,000 (TU Darmstadt); THE World University Rankings 2027 data lists 14,927
- International students
- 31% (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Tuition
- No tuition fees; registration fee of €402.68 for winter 2026/27, including the Deutschland semester ticket
- Programmes
- About 120 degree programmes in 13 departments; more than 20 English-taught master's
- Intakes
- October (winter) and April (summer) for most English-taught master's
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
=284 in the world
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
MSc Information and Communication Engineering (iCE)
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €805
- Duration
- 2 years (4 semesters)
- Intakes
- October; April
- English
- B2: IELTS 5.5 or PTE Academic 59
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Computer Science | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc IT Security | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc Information and Communication Engineering (iCE) | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc Aerospace Engineering | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
| MSc Mechanics | 2 years (4 semesters) | €805 | ≈ ₹85,330 |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Technische Universität Darmstadt (TU Darmstadt) with similar universities in Germany.
Scholarships
- Final-year bachelor's and master's students
Graduation Scholarship for international students
Value: At least €250 a month for 1 to 6 months
Eligibility: Non-German students with a foreign school-leaving qualification, an overall grade of 2.5 or better and a thesis registered or due within six months. Portal open 1–15 October 2026.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Enrolled degree students
DAAD Scholarship for More Equal Opportunities
Value: €500 a month for 6 months (€3,000 in total)
Eligibility: For students facing financial hardship linked to disability or chronic illness, caring duties, refugee background or gender identity, after at least six months in Germany.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Most TU Darmstadt bachelor's programmes are taught in German, so most Indian students apply for master's.
- Applicants with an Indian school or university certificate need an APS certificate for bachelor's and master's (unless they passed a Studienkolleg exam in Germany).
Postgraduate
- Your bachelor's is compared with TU Darmstadt's own reference degree. Computer Science, AI and Machine Learning and IT Security need at least 60 ECTS that match the core of TU Darmstadt's B.Sc. Informatik.
- Most master's also need you to pass an entrance requirements check; if your documents do not show the required skills, you may have to sit a written entrance exam on campus. For AI and Machine Learning, a valid GRE or GATE score can exempt you.
- Winter 2026/27 applications ran from 1 June to 15 July 2026 for most English-taught master's. Summer-semester applications usually open on 1 December; some programmes have earlier deadlines for international applicants.
- You can apply before you have your bachelor's certificate and submit it later.
- APS certificate required for Indian degrees.
Documents
- Valid passport
- APS certificate
- Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (or current transcript)
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English certificate (IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC or telc)
- Completed Academic Eligibility Checklist or competences description, where the programme asks for it
- GRE or GATE score, if you want to use it for the AI and Machine Learning entrance check
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 7.0 for English-taught master's at C1; 5.5 for Mechanics, Mathematics and Particle Accelerator Science (B2). |
| PTE Academic | 76 for C1 programmes; 59 for the B2 programmes. |
| TOEFL iBT | 95 for C1 programmes. |
| Other tests | TOEIC and telc English B2-C1 University are also accepted. Duolingo is not listed. |
Accommodation and living costs
TU Darmstadt has no student residences of its own; halls are run by the Studierendenwerk Darmstadt and fill quickly. A room in a shared flat in Darmstadt costs nearly €500 a month on average, a little less in nearby towns. Deposits are usually one to three months' cold rent.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Registration fee (no tuition)Winter 2026/27: €352.68 semester fees (including €226.80 Deutschland semester ticket) + €50 administrative fee | €403per semester | ≈ ₹42,684 |
| Room in a shared flatTU Darmstadt estimate; nearly €500 on average in Darmstadt | €350–650per month | ≈ ₹37,100 – ₹68,900 |
| FoodTU Darmstadt estimate | €120–300per month | ≈ ₹12,720 – ₹31,800 |
| Statutory health insuranceAround €130 including long-term care, as estimated by TU Darmstadt | €130per month | ≈ ₹13,780 |
| Internet, phone, broadcasting fee and learning materialsSum of TU Darmstadt's estimates (internet €10–50, phone €10–40, broadcasting fee €18.36, materials €10–50) | €48–158per month | ≈ ₹5,088 – ₹16,748 |
Campus and location
TU Darmstadt's buildings are spread across several sites in and around Darmstadt, a compact city close to Frankfurt. The Deutschland semester ticket, included in the registration fee, covers local and regional transport.
- Thirteen departments covering engineering, computer science, natural sciences and the humanities.
- More than 20 master's can be completed entirely in English.
- TU Darmstadt has no residences of its own; the Studierendenwerk Darmstadt runs the student halls.
- International Student Services runs advice hours and a hotline for international students.
Careers and graduate outcomes
TU Darmstadt graduates are sought by tech, automotive, IT security and engineering employers in the Rhine-Main region and beyond. The figures below are general rules, not a promise of a job.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Job-search permit after graduating | Up to 18 months | Make it in Germany |
| Work allowed while studying | 140 full days or 280 half days a year, or up to 20 hours a week | Make it in Germany |
| International students | 31% | THE World University Rankings 2027 |
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FAQs
Does TU Darmstadt charge tuition fees?
No. You pay a registration fee each semester, €402.68 for winter 2026/27, which includes the Deutschland semester ticket.
Is there an entrance exam for the Computer Science or AI master's?
If your documents do not show the required knowledge, you may be asked to sit a written entrance exam. For AI and Machine Learning, a valid GRE or GATE score can exempt you.
What IELTS score do I need?
Most English-taught master's need C1: IELTS 7.0, PTE Academic 76 or TOEFL iBT 95. Mechanics, Mathematics and Particle Accelerator Science accept B2 (IELTS 5.5).
Can I start in April?
Yes, most English-taught master's listed here accept summer-semester starts; iCE starts in October only.
How much is rent in Darmstadt?
A room in a shared flat costs nearly €500 a month on average. TU Darmstadt estimates €350–€650 for rent and €120–€300 for food.
Sources
- TU Darmstadt: degree programmes (English-taught master's) (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: international applicants and language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: master's application deadlines (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: current registration fees (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: costs and budget (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: accommodation for degree-seeking students (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: financing your studies and scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- TU Darmstadt: MSc Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (opens in a new tab)
- TU9: English-taught master's programmes 2026/27 (brochure) (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: TU Darmstadt (opens in a new tab)
- Make it in Germany: visa for studying (opens in a new tab)
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