Ausbildung in Germany for Indians: A Beginner's Guide
How paid vocational training in Germany works, who can apply and what it takes.
What is Ausbildung?
Ausbildung is Germany's dual vocational training system. You split your time between a vocational school and a company, and you are paid a monthly training allowance from the start.
Who can apply?
Usually candidates aged 18+ who have completed school (Class 12 is common) and have German language skills, often at B1–B2 level depending on the field. Nursing, hospitality, IT, mechatronics and logistics are popular fields.
Steps to get started
Learn German, choose your field, apply to companies for a training contract, then apply for the Ausbildung visa with your signed contract. After completing Ausbildung, you can work in Germany as a skilled worker.
How EUGANGLOBAL helps
We check your eligibility, help you choose a field, prepare applications to employers and guide you through the visa process.