All Levels
Russian Government Scholarship (Education in Russia)
Full funding: free tuition + monthly stipend
Tomsk Polytechnic University
Tomsk, Russia
"The oldest technical university in Asian Russia, founded in 1896"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#688 (QS)
PSW VISA
180 days
About Tomsk Polytechnic University
Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) was founded in 1896 and is a national research university at Lenin Avenue 30 in Tomsk, Siberia. It is known for engineering, nuclear and energy technologies, geology and oil and gas, with many English-taught master programmes.
Rankings & Recognition
#688
Ranked #688 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
National research university
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Tomsk Polytechnic University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1896
Founded
#688
QS 2026 Rank
National research university
Type
Tomsk
Location
Popular Programs
Nuclear Engineering
Energy
Oil and Gas Engineering
Geology
Information Technology
Application Details
Application Route
Online via university or EIR portal
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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Entrance test
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English or Russian + major |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Study visa (invitation letter)
Post-Study Work
180 days
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Russian Govt scholarship
Career Outcomes
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Graduate Employment
180 days
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
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Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
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Campus & Location
The main campus is at Lenin Avenue 30, Tomsk.
Campus Details
Campus
in Tomsk
Campus Forecast
Tomsk
Tomsk Oblast
Main campus
Student dormitories
Cold continental climate
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Dormitory 19
Dormitory 15
Single
double and triple rooms
Dining
Friendship canteen
Kitchens on each floor
Health & Wellness
Medical insurance is compulsory for students
Activities & Clubs
Ground-floor gym
Study rooms
Self-service laundry
24-hour security
Diversity & Demographics
Intl. Students
N/A
Main Intl. Regions
CIS, Asia, Middle East, Africa
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition (approx.)
Check university site
Living Cost (approx.)
RUB 20,000-35,000 / month
Health Insurance
Compulsory for students
Intakes & Deadlines
Check the TPU admissions site for intake dates. The main intake is September.
Scholarships at Tomsk Polytechnic University
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Certificate; English/Russian test
Postgraduate
Bachelor's; English/Russian test
English Proficiency
Entrance test
English or Russian + majorRequired Documents
Passport copy
Application form
School-leaving certificate or degree
Academic transcripts
Language certificate (Russian / English)
Medical certificate
HIV test certificate
Photo
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list and entry rules on the TPU admissions site or the Education in Russia portal.
2
Apply online
Fill in the online application and choose a Russian-taught or English-taught programme.
3
Upload documents
Upload your documents; some programmes hold an entrance test or interview.
4
Review
The university reviews your file and sends an admission decision.
5
Invitation letter
Receive the invitation letter and apply for a Russian study visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register with the university and the migration office after arrival; non-Russian speakers usually start with a preparatory year.
Campus & Location
The main campus is at Lenin Avenue 30, Tomsk.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Nuclear Engineering
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Bachelor's
Energy Engineering
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Bachelor's
Oil and Gas Engineering
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Bachelor's
Geology
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Bachelor's
Information Technology
Master's
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Master's
Nuclear Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Energy Engineering (Master's)
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Master's
Oil and Gas Engineering (Master's)
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