Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities for a PhD Degree in Germany
We compared 7 universities in Germany — typical tuition is ₹1.3 L a year.
Universities7
Typical tuition₹1.3 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹13K – ₹9.89 Llowest course fee
Cities6
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 7 — Best Universities for a PhD Degree in Germany
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 7 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
Berlin School of Business & Innovation, Hamburg Campus
Hamburg, Germany
from ₹9.89 L/yrTuition
5Courses
At a glance
The first 7 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technical University of Munich | Munich | — | ₹4.42 L | 86 |
| Berlin School of Business & Innovation, Hamburg Campus | Hamburg | — | ₹9.89 L | 5 |
| Humboldt University of Berlin | Berlin | — | ₹51K | — |
| Karlsruhe Institute of Technology | Karlsruhe | — | ₹1.3 L | — |
| Technical University Munich | Munich | — | ₹13K | — |
| Ulm University | Ulm | — | ₹2.7 L | — |
| University of Goettingen | Gottingen | — | ₹41K | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Germany?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Technical University of Munich, Berlin School of Business & Innovation, Hamburg Campus, Humboldt University of Berlin, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Technical University Munich. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Germany?
Across 7 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹1.3 L a year, ranging from ₹13K to ₹9.89 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Germany?
Technical University Munich has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹13K a year.
How many universities are covered?
7 universities match this guide; the top 7 are shown.
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