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Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Karlsruhe, Germany
"Research university in the Helmholtz Association"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#110 (QS)
PSW VISA
18 months
About Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
KIT was formed in 2009 by merging the University of Karlsruhe (founded 1825) and the Karlsruhe Research Center (1956). It is a technical university and national research centre in the Helmholtz Association. It offers about 116 study programmes in engineering, natural sciences, informatics and technology management.
Rankings & Recognition
#110
Ranked #110 in the QS World University Rankings 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
Public University
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Karlsruhe Institute of Technology's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
57.10#194
Employer Reputation
87.40#82
Faculty Student Ratio
48.90#397
Citations per Faculty
77.10#168
International Faculty Ratio
83.80#265
International Student Ratio
56.90#363
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Key Facts
2009
Founded
#110
QS 2027 Rank
Public University
Type
Karlsruhe, Baden-Wurttemberg
Location
approx. 22,000
Total Students
approx. 22% of students
International Students
Popular Programs
Mechanical engineering
Electrical engineering
Computer science
Physics
Chemical engineering
Technology management
Architecture
Application Details
Intakes
Winter (Oct); some programmes Summer
Deadline
15 July (winter)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
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Language test
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Check university site |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
National visa (type D)
Post-Study Work
18 months
Green Card Pathway
EU Blue Card
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
DAAD / university awards
Career Outcomes
N/A
Graduate Employment
18 months
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
N/A
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 414 professors (2023)
Student-Staff Ratio — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Karl Benz
Heinrich Hertz
Hasso Plattner
Dietmar Hopp
Campus & Location
Campus South in central Karlsruhe (former university) and Campus North, the former research centre site outside the city.
Campus Details
Karlsruhe
South campus
Eggenstein
North campus
Campus Forecast
Karlsruhe
Baden-Wurttemberg
Main campus
Student residences
Temperate climate
cold winters
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Studierendenwerk Karlsruhe
19+ student residences in Karlsruhe
Adenauerring and Tennesseeallee residences
Dining
Mensa Am Adenauerring
Mensa Moltke
Mensa Gottesaue
chicco di caffe cafes
Health & Wellness
Health insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Check university site
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
approx. 22% of students
Main Intl. Regions
N/A
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition Bachelor (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Tuition Master (approx.)
EUR 1,500 / semester
Blocked Account (visa)
EUR 11,904 / year
Health Insurance
Compulsory (approx. EUR 120 / month)
Intakes & Deadlines
Main winter semester application deadline is 15 July for both restricted and open courses. About 72% of programmes have no admission restriction.
Scholarships at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
2 scholarships available
All Levels
Deutschlandstipendium
All funding: eUR 300 / month (Deutschlandstipendium)
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
School-leaving certificate; German skills
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor; language proof
English Proficiency
Language test
Check university siteRequired Documents
Passport copy
Application form (uni-assist or university portal)
School-leaving certificate (HZB) or degree
Academic transcripts
APS certificate (applicants from India, China, Vietnam)
Language proof (German or English)
CV and motivation letter
Blocked account proof (EUR 11,904 per year)
Health insurance proof
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the course list, teaching language and entry rules on the KIT international pages.
2
Prepare documents
Get certified copies, the APS certificate (for India), a language certificate and a CV with motivation letter.
3
Apply online
Apply on the KIT online application portal and upload your documents.
4
Admission decision
The university checks your file and sends the admission letter (Zulassung).
5
Money & insurance
Open a blocked account (EUR 11,904 per year) and take German health insurance.
6
Visa & enrol
Apply for a German national student visa (type D), then enrol and register your address after arrival.
Campus & Location
Campus South in central Karlsruhe (former university) and Campus North, the former research centre site outside the city.
Bachelor's
4
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Bachelor's
Mechanical Engineering
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Bachelor's
Computer Science
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Bachelor's
Physics
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Master's
3
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Master's
Mechanical Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Materials Science and Engineering
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