APS (Akademische Prüfstelle)
German: Akademische Prüfstelle
APS (Akademische Prüfstelle) is an office that verifies applicants' academic documents before they apply to German universities. It is mandatory for applicants from some countries — notably India — but not all. Pakistan and Bangladesh have no APS office, and an Ausbildung never requires APS because APS covers university admission only.
Why it matters for applicants from Pakistan, India & Bangladesh
Indian students must budget time and fees for APS before applying. Pakistani and Bangladeshi students often waste weeks looking for an APS office that doesn't exist — their documents are verified through attestation and uni-assist instead.
Related terms
- APS India — academic verification for Indian applicants — APS India (German Embassy New Delhi) (official)
- Application & document verification — uni-assist e.V. (official)
Figures are checked against these sources and reviewed each application intake. Last verified: 2026-07-20. Always confirm the current rule for your case with the official source before you act.