Ausbildung is Germany's vocational training route. In the dual model, learners divide their time between practical training in a company and lessons at a vocational school, or Berufsschule. It is a recognised education pathway, not a shortcut or guaranteed migration scheme.
For Indian school-leavers and undergraduates, German is one of the first serious requirements. The official Make it in Germany portal says B1 is normally expected for the vocational training visa when the training institution has not already assessed the language level. In practice, B2 can be a stronger target for interviews, workplace communication, and classroom learning.
The Federal Employment Agency describes training as typically lasting between two and three-and-a-half years across more than 320 recognised occupations. Applications often begin around a year before the training starts, so language learning and career exploration should happen early.
Dual in-company training is paid, but the allowance varies by occupation, region, year of training, and collective agreement. Be cautious with anyone who presents a single salary figure, promises a contract, or describes the route as automatically leading to permanent residence.
At Deutsche Machcha, the sequence is simple: build real German from A1 toward B1 or B2; understand fields and timelines; then prepare a German-standard CV, employer communication, and interviews. We teach and prepare. Employers and German authorities make the final decisions.