At a glance
What a student from Maharashtra needs to know before deciding — clearly and honestly.
The education
Public universities charge modest fees for non-EU students. Vienna's universities are strong in business and engineering.
The true cost
Affordable tuition and reasonable living costs make Austria good value within German-speaking Europe.
Safety & visa
Check the latest MEA advisory before you travel. A residence permit to seek work for up to 12 months is available after graduation.
Top universities
A selection of universities popular with Maharashtra students, with indicative tuition.
After you graduate
Post-study work rights are the most important factor — and the most likely to change. Here is the position as of today.
After graduation, you can apply for a residence permit to look for work for up to 12 months. Once you have qualifying employment, you can move to the Red-White-Red Card.
Immigration rules, eligibility and salary thresholds change frequently and without notice. Always verify the latest official guidance before you apply, and never treat any figure here as a guarantee of future entitlement.
- Up to 12 months to look for work
- Residence permit to seek work after graduation
- Red-White-Red Card once you have qualifying employment
Visa, work & money rules
The official rules behind your visa, work, family and budget planning. Rules change often, so confirm each point on the official government or university website before you apply.
Visa & permit fees
The student residence permit fee is €218 (application and card charges combined).
Work while studying
Non-EU students can work with an employment permit, which the employer applies for. Permitted hours are limited — bachelor’s students can typically work up to about 20 hours a week — and depend on labour-market conditions.
Family & dependants
Family reunification is available under the applicable route, subject to income, insurance and accommodation requirements.
Proof of funds
Proof of means (2026 rates): €722.58 per month if you are under 24, and €1,308.39 per month if you are 24 or over. Rent above about €361.94 per month must be added to the required amount. This is a visa requirement, separate from actual living costs.
Health insurance
You must hold health insurance covering all risks to get the residence permit. Student statutory insurance is available if you qualify.
ROI calculator
Enter your own numbers to see total investment and an indicative payback period. This is a guide only — not financial advice.
Austria — Master's ROI
Indicative · based on today's assumptions
Figures are indicative only and vary with fees, salaries, exchange rates and visa rules. Treat this as one data point — not conclusive evidence or financial advice.
Safety snapshot
Based on Ministry of External Affairs guidance — always check the latest official advisory before you travel.
Check the latest MEA advisory
Check the latest guidance from the Ministry of External Affairs and the Embassy of India in Vienna before you travel and during your stay, and register on MADAD (madad.gov.in). Basic German is helpful for daily life and work.
Emergency contacts
Dial 112. MEA helpline: 1800 11 3090.
Register with the embassy
Register at madad.gov.in on arrival so the nearest Indian Mission can reach you in an emergency.
Food, culture & community
What to expect day-to-day — and how to feel at home far from home, as a student from Maharashtra.
Food & groceries
Indian groceries in Vienna and Graz. German helps but English works in university settings.
The Maharashtra community
Indian student associations in Vienna; festival celebrations each year.
Maha-Alumni Connect lets you speak with students from your own district who studied at these very universities.
Compare Austria with other destinations.
See the same degree across countries, or check the latest safety guidance before you commit.