Georgia's largest technical university. Engineering and STEM in Tbilisi, Georgia.
Georgian Technical University (GTU)
GTU is Georgia's largest and oldest technical university, founded in 1922, with ten faculties covering the major engineering disciplines, Erasmus+ partnerships with European universities and modern laboratories for robotics, AI and civil engineering.
Overview
Why families consider GTU
Government technical university, established 1922. Engineering (B.Eng) in English medium. Compare it with the other universities in Georgia and the wider engineering and STEM list.
Recognitions, as published
- Georgia's largest and oldest technical university, established 1922
- Ten faculties covering all major engineering disciplines
- Partnerships with European universities via Erasmus+
- Modern labs for robotics, AI and civil engineering
- Indian students can enter Georgia visa-free for one year, as published
Courses
Curriculum overview
Engineering (B.Eng). 4 years (B.Eng). The phases below are as the university describes them.
Years 1 to 2, foundation
Mathematics, physics, computer science, engineering drawing, materials science
Years 3 to 4, specialisation
Civil, mechanical, IT, electrical or chemical engineering, with a capstone project
Fees
Fee structure
Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
The updated fee structure is confirmed after the eligibility review.
| Item | Cost, as published |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition | USD 3,500 to 4,500 |
| Hostel | USD 100 to 200 a month |
| Total for 4 years | About INR 21 to 27 lakh |
Eligibility
Eligibility for Indian students
The counsellor checks these against the student's marksheets and NEET scorecard in the first call. The full document list is on the admissions and visas page.
- 10+2 with mathematics and physics (50% or above)
- No entrance exam required
- English proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or the university test
- Age 17 or above
Hostel and city
Living in Tbilisi
Georgia offers European medical education standards at Central Asian prices, with FMGE pass rates that rank among the best reported anywhere. Tbilisi is consistently ranked among the safest cities in Europe for international students, and every programme on this site is taught in English.
Study cities in Georgia
- Hostel at USD 100 to 200 a month, as published
- Tbilisi is ranked among the cheapest capitals in Europe for cost of living
- On arrival, a Global Minds representative meets the student at the airport, accommodation has been checked in advance, and a local coordinator is reachable 24/7. See placement and support.
Admission process
Step by step
- Intake
- October
- Apply by
- June to August
Admission decisions are made by the university. Global Minds prepares and checks the file, tracks the application and arranges the invitation letter the visa needs. The full sequence is on the how it works page.
After graduation
- Work in Georgia's growing tech sector
- Transfer to EU universities via Erasmus+
- Return to India as an internationally trained engineer
- MS in Europe or the USA
- 1
Submit the application with transcripts
- 2
Receive the offer letter, typically within two weeks
- 3
Pay the tuition deposit
- 4
Apply for the Georgian student visa
- 5
Arrive in Tbilisi for orientation in October
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Questions about GTU
When is the intake at GTU and when should I apply?
Intake: October. Apply by: June to August. The counsellor confirms the current dates with the university before you commit.
What are the entry requirements for Indian students at GTU?
10+2 with mathematics and physics (50% or above). No entrance exam required. English proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or the university test. Age 17 or above.
What does GTU cost?
USD 3,500 to 4,500 a year tuition; About INR 21 to 27 lakh for 4 years. Fees are indicative, as published by the university at the time of writing. They vary by intake, accommodation choice, visa requirements and exchange rate. The final fee is confirmed in writing before any application is submitted.
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