Study Abroad

Yes, you can absolutely switch career fields with a European master’s degree—and the European higher education system is specifically designed to make this possible. Here is the data point that should reshape how Indian students think about career pivots: 67% of European master’s students successfully switch fields compared to only 23% in India, according to...Read More

Yes, German and European degrees are fully recognized in both the USA and Canada. If you are an Indian student considering studying in Germany and wondering whether that degree will “work” if you later want to move to North America, here is the definitive answer backed by data, policy, and real graduate outcomes: German degrees...Read More

Yes, your parents can absolutely visit you in Germany while you study. Indian parents need a Schengen Tourist Visa (Type C), which allows them to stay for up to 90 days within any 180-day period. As of February 2026, the Schengen tourist visa application is processed through VFS Global centres across India, with an average...Read More

Uni-Assist is a centralized application processing portal used by approximately 170 German universities to evaluate international student credentials, while direct application means you apply straight to the university’s own admissions office without any intermediary. Here is the critical distinction that confuses most Indian students: Uni-Assist does not make admission decisions. It only verifies whether your...Read More

Yes, you can absolutely apply to Germany, France, Austria, the Netherlands, Ireland, and any other European country simultaneously. There is no rule, law, or system that prevents Indian students from submitting parallel applications to multiple European countries at the same time. In fact, applying to 8-12 universities across 2-3 countries is the recommended strategy for...Read More

Yes, Germany is one of the safest countries in the world for Indian students—and the data proves it beyond any doubt. Germany ranks #15 globally on the Global Peace Index 2025, while India ranks #121 and the United States ranks #132. That single statistic should put to rest any parental worry about safety. But we...Read More

Yes, you can absolutely study abroad even if you are the only child and your parents are dependent on you—and in many cases, it is the single best decision you can make for your family’s long-term financial security and well-being. As of February 2026, 73% of students counselled by Kadamb Overseas are only children from...Read More

Yes, you can absolutely take your spouse to Germany while studying on a student visa. Your legally married spouse is eligible for a Family Reunion Visa (Familiennachzug), and the best part is that your spouse gets full, unrestricted work rights in Germany—meaning they can work full-time from day one. As of February 2026, German immigration...Read More

✓ Last updated: May 9, 2026 by Saumitra Rajput, Founder Kadamb Overseas Yes, German degrees are absolutely valid in India, and they are valued significantly higher than most Indian degrees by employers across the country. Are German degrees valid in India? This is the single most common question we hear from Indian parents at Kadamb...Read More

Getting Permanent Residency (PR) in Germany after completing your Master’s degree takes approximately 4 to 6 years in total: 2 years for your Master’s program plus 2 to 4 years of full-time employment on a work permit. As of February 2026, Indian students who follow the study-to-work-to-PR pipeline in Germany have one of the clearest...Read More