Georgian Technical University

Georgian Technical University

Tbilisi, Georgia, Founded 1922

"Georgia's leading technical university since 1922"

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At a Glance

Accept Rate 80%
Avg Salary/Yr N/A
Ranking #1001 (QS)
PSW VISA N/A
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About Georgian Technical University

Georgian Technical University (GTU) is the main and largest technical university in Georgia, founded in 1922 as the Georgian Polytechnic Institute and granted university status in 1990. Located in Tbilisi, it has more than 22000 students and offers 73 bachelor's, 58 master's and 36 PhD programmes, with selected programmes taught in English. GTU has supplied over 60% of Georgia's engineering, chemistry and scientific industry specialists and is a member of the European University Association (EUA). It is ranked in the 1401+ band of the QS World University Rankings 2027.

Rankings & Recognition

#1001
QS World University Rankings 2026

Accreditations & Memberships

European University Association (EUA) Black Sea Universities Network (BSUN) ABET (Biomedical Engineering, 2023) Magna Charta Universitatum

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Georgian Technical University's global standing for that metric.

Academic Reputation 7.1/100#7.1/100#701
Employer Reputation 7.1/100#7.1/100#701
Faculty / Student 1/100#1/100#801
Citations / Faculty 54.4/100#54.4/100#336
Intl. Research Network 7.8/100#7.8/100#801
Employment Outcomes 29.3/100#29.3/100#562
Sustainability 3/100#3/100#801
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Key Facts

22,000+ Total Students
~2,500 Faculty
15:1 Student–Faculty
50 Clubs
85% Retention (Yr1)
60% Graduation Rate
73 Bachelor Programmes
58 Master Programmes
36 PhD

Popular Programs

Civil Engineering Computer Science Electrical Engineering Architecture Business Administration Chemical Technology and Biotechnology

Application Details

Application Fee $100
Avg. TAT 2–4 weeks
Next Intake Autumn (September), Spring (February)
Intake Seasons Year-round
Programs Offered 8
Avg. Scholarship Need-based
Annual Living Cost Varies

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic
 5.5 (B2 equivalent)
TOEFL iBT
 72 (B2 equivalent)
CEFR Level
 B2
GTU English Test
 Accepted if no IELTS/TOEFL

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate Not published by GTU
I-20 Processing Not applicable
Post-Study Work N/A
Green Card Pathway N/A

Financials

Application Fee —
Avg Scholarship —

Career Outcomes

$20K Median Salary

Where Graduates Land

Georgian Railway Georgian Oil and Gas Corporation Magticom Geocell Bank of Georgia TBC Bank Georgian Water and Power Energo-Pro Georgia

Faculty & Alumni

Faculty & Staff — 2500 Bachelor's Programmes — 73 —

Notable Alumni

Vano Merabishvili (9th Prime Minister of Georgia) Givi Javakhishvili (Head of Govt. of Georgian SSR 1953–1975)

Campus & Location

Georgian Technical University's main campus is in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia.

CLIMATE Humid subtropical
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 30 minutes

Campus Details

Tbilisi capital city campus
22000+ students
Est. 1922 (as Polytechnic Institute)
EUA member
73 bachelor's programmes

Campus Forecast

Hot summers Cold winters Four distinct seasons

Student Life & Housing

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Health & Wellness

University First-Aid Station Free Student Psychological Counseling Center Inclusive Education CenterStudent Self-Government Student Clubs Sport Activities University Drama Troupe Pop Orchestra Boys' Folk Chapel Vocal Ensemble Vocal Quartet Choreographic Ensemble Career Development Center

Activities & Clubs

Student Self-Government Student Clubs Sport Activities University Drama Troupe Pop Orchestra Boys' Folk Chapel Vocal Ensemble Vocal Quartet Choreographic Ensemble Career Development Center

Diversity & Demographics

Intl Students ~400 (~2%)
Year-1 Retention 85%
On-time Graduation 60%

Cost Deep-Dive

Annual Tuition (English programmes) US$4,500 – US$5,500 / year
PhD (English) US$12,500

Intakes & Deadlines

September and February/March. Rolling admissions with limited seats; apply early. Deadlines vary by programme.

Scholarships at Georgian Technical University

6 scholarships available

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All Levels 100% tuition financing

Bank of Georgia Scholarship

by Bank of Georgia

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Bachelor's GEL 300 per month

State Scholarships for Students

by Government of Georgia

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Bachelor's

Niko Nikoladze scholarship

by Faculty of Business Technologies, GTU

GEL 100 per month (for 5 months)

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Bachelor's

Davit Sarajishvili scholarship

by Faculty of Business Technologies, GTU

GEL 100 per month (for 5 months)

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Master's

International Education Center's Study Abroad Programs

by International Education Center (IEC) / Government of Georgia

, PhDAverage award of $30,000

Deadline: Ask counsellor
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These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate 12th grade · 60%+ aggregate
Postgraduate Bachelor's · 55%+ / 2.5 GPA
Acceptance Rate 80%

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic

5.5 (B2 equivalent)

TOEFL iBT

72 (B2 equivalent)

CEFR Level

B2

GTU English Test

Accepted if no IELTS/TOEFL

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts Diploma/Degree certificate Proof of English proficiency Medical certificate Passport-sized photos

Application Process

1
Shortlist programs
Pick 3–5 programs aligned with your goals.
2
Prepare documents
Transcripts, SOP, LORs, test scores.
3
Submit application
Apply via GCQ360 with mentor support.
4
Receive offer
Conditional or unconditional letter.
5
Visa & travel
Pre-departure briefings and visa filing.

Campus & Location

Georgian Technical University's main campus is in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia.

CLIMATE Humid subtropical
AVG. COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN 30 minutes
8 of 8 courses
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD 7
Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Architecture
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Civil Engineering
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Computer Science
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Electrical Engineering
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Transportation Engineering
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Chemical Technology and Biotechnology
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD Mining Engineering
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Undergraduate, Graduate 1
Georgian Technical University
📍 Georgia, Tbilisi
Undergraduate, Graduate Business Administration
Undergraduate, Graduate courses, full-time
Study language: English
Duration: Bachelor 4 years, Master 2 years, PhD 3 years
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Deadline Application open all year
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