Almaty Technological University
Almaty, Kazakhstan
"Food, textile and light-industry technology university in Almaty"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#801 (QS)
PSW VISA
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About Almaty Technological University
Almaty Technological University (ATU) has trained specialists since 1957 and focuses on food technology, light industry, textiles, business, management and IT. It offers 35 bachelor's programmes plus master's, doctoral, double-degree and distance programmes, holds 4 QS Stars and has about 378 international students. International bachelor's applicants can be interviewed online.
Rankings & Recognition
#801
Ranked 801-850 in QS 2024; in QS 2025 (Kazakhstan list); QS Stars 4.
Accreditations & Memberships
Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan
Bologna Process (Kazakhstan)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Almaty Technological University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1957
Since
35
Bachelor Programmes
approx. 378
International Students
4
QS Stars
Online for UG
Interview
Popular Programs
Food Technology
Textile Technology
Design
Tourism
Chemical Technology
Information Systems
Application Details
Application Route
ATU admissions (online interview)
Intake
September
Entrance
Online interview (UG)
Documents
List on atu.edu.kz
Visa
MFA invitation letter
Migration registration
Within 5 days of arrival
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Student visa (MFA invitation)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
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Avg Scholarship
N/A
Career Outcomes
4%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Teaching Language — Kazakh, Russian, English
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Almaty Technological University is in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with university hostels for international students.
Campus Details
1957
founded
7.3k
students
35
bachelor programmes
1001-1200
in QS 2026
Food
& textile industry specialist
Tole
Bi Street central Almaty
Campus Forecast
Continental climate
Hot sunny summers (25-32°C)
Cold winters (-8 to 0°C)
Snow Dec-Feb
Mountain views year-round
Pleasant spring & autumn
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University hostel (dormitory)
Dining
Campus canteen; Indian food in big cities
Health & Wellness
University polyclinic; health insurance needed
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
approx. 378
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition
As per ATU price list
Bachelor tuition (Kazakhstan)
approx. USD 3,700+ / year
Hostel
approx. USD 700 / year
Living cost
approx. USD 200-450 / month
Intakes & Deadlines
The academic year starts in September (international students often join by October). Apply around June - July so the invitation letter and visa are ready in time.
Scholarships at Almaty Technological University
0 scholarships available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Indian Class 12 pass (relevant subjects); interview or entrance test; English-taught tracks check English by test or interview.
Postgraduate
Recognised bachelor's in a related field; interview; English test or interview for English-taught master's.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport (valid 18+ months)
Class 10 and 12 marksheets
NEET scorecard (MBBS only)
Birth certificate
Medical certificate (incl. HIV test)
Passport photos
Bachelor degree + transcripts (Master)
Fee payment receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Pick the programme and teaching language at Almaty Technological University.
2
Apply
Send passport, marksheets (and NEET for MBBS) to the international office.
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Offer letter
Receive the admission / offer letter.
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Invitation letter
The university gets your visa invitation through the Kazakh Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
5
Student visa
Apply for the student visa at the Embassy of Kazakhstan in New Delhi.
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Arrive & register
Register with the migration police within 5 calendar days of arrival.
Campus & Location
Almaty Technological University is in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with university hostels for international students.
Bachelor's
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📍 Almaty
Bachelor's
Food Production Technology
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📍 Almaty
Bachelor's
Light Industry Technology
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📍 Almaty
Bachelor's
Information Systems
Master's
1
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📍 Almaty
Master's
Food Technology
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