Study Abroad

The Deutschlandstipendium (Germany Scholarship) is the most widely available merit-based scholarship in Germany, providing €300 per month (₹27,000/month) to outstanding students at nearly every public and private university across all 16 German states. Unlike most scholarships that are limited to specific universities or programmes, the Deutschlandstipendium is offered at over 300 participating higher education institutions...Read More

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program (Programme de bourses d’excellence Eiffel) is the most prestigious scholarship offered by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE) for international students — including Indian students — pursuing Master’s or PhD programs at French higher education institutions. Unlike most scholarships where you apply directly, the Eiffel Scholarship requires...Read More

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EMJM) Scholarship 2026 is a fully-funded scholarship programme offered by the European Commission that covers full tuition fees, a monthly stipend of €1,400 (~₹1,26,000), health insurance, travel costs, and installation allowance for Indian students to pursue a 2-year Master’s degree across 2–3 European universities. With approximately 146 Indian students selected...Read More

The Red-White-Red (RWR) Card is Austria’s points-based immigration permit that allows highly qualified non-EU graduates — including Indian students — to live and work in Austria after completing their studies, and it is the single most important stepping stone on the path to Permanent Residency (PR) and eventually Austrian citizenship. For Indian students completing a...Read More

The best bank for Indian students in Austria is Erste Bank Sparkasse with its free Studentenkonto (student account), which offers zero monthly fees, a free debit card, free ATM withdrawals at 4,000+ Bankomat machines across Austria, and the award-winning George digital banking app with full English support. Opening a bank account in Austria is one...Read More

The average starting salary after completing a Master’s degree in Austria ranges between €38,000 and €55,000 per year (approximately ₹34-50 lakh/year) depending on your field of study, city, and German language proficiency. For Indian students graduating from Austrian universities in 2026, the salary landscape is highly promising — IT and Computer Science graduates command €45,000-55,000,...Read More

Austria is the better overall choice for most Indian students pursuing a Master’s degree in 2026, thanks to significantly lower tuition fees (€727/semester vs France’s €243/year at public universities — but Austria’s total cost of studying is still lower when you factor in France’s mandatory €7,380 blocked account requirement). Austria does NOT require a blocked...Read More

Austria has five major student cities — Vienna, Graz, Innsbruck, Linz, and Salzburg — and each one offers a distinctly different experience for Indian students in terms of cost, university options, job market, Indian community size, and lifestyle. Choosing the right city is just as important as choosing the right university, because your city determines...Read More

Last Updated: March 2026 ⚡ Quick Answer: Is Austria Safe for Indian Students? Yes — Austria is one of the safest countries in the world. Ranked 3rd on the 2025 Global Peace Index, Austria has exceptionally low violent crime rates, world-class public safety infrastructure, and a welcoming environment for international students. Over 8,500+ Indian students...Read More

✓ Last updated: May 9, 2026 by Saumitra Rajput, Founder Kadamb Overseas Yes, Indian students can study in Austria without IELTS in 2026. Austrian public universities — including TU Wien, University of Vienna, WU Vienna, and University of Graz — accept the Medium of Instruction (MOI) certificate from Indian universities as valid English proficiency proof....Read More