École Polytechnique
France's most prestigious engineering grande école, École Polytechnique anchors the Institut Polytechnique de Paris — a founding member ranked inside the global top 50, with tuition far below comparable UK or US engineering degrees.
#43
QS World Rank 2027 (IP Paris)
€6,243
Typical Non-EU Master's Fee /yr
1794
Founded
#1
Engineering School in France (Multiple Rankings)
Why Polytechnique
Why Indian students choose Polytechnique
France's Most Prestigious Engineering School
École Polytechnique consistently ranks as the top engineering grande école in France, with a history stretching back to 1794.
A Global Top-50 University
As a founding member of the Institut Polytechnique de Paris, it ranks #43 in the QS World Rankings 2027.
Tuition Far Below UK or US Equivalents
Typical non-EU master's tuition runs around €6,243/year — a fraction of comparable engineering degrees in the UK, US, or Australia.
Direct Ties to French Industry and Research
Deep links to France's leading engineering, aerospace, and deep-tech companies, plus its own on-campus startup incubator.
A 2-Year Post-Study Job Search Visa
Non-EU graduates with a master's degree can apply for a 2-year "APS" residence permit to search for or start work in France.
Elite Peer Network
Graduates join one of the most influential alumni networks in French industry, government, and finance.
Popular Programs
Top courses for Indian students
MSc Data Science for Business
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MSc Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Visual Computing
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Ingénieur Polytechnicien Programme
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MSc Applied Mathematics and Statistics
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Investment
Fees at a glance
Indicative annual tuition fees for the 2027 intake.
| Program | Annual Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science for Business | €6,243 /yr | 2 years |
| MSc Artificial Intelligence | €6,243 /yr | 2 years |
| Ingénieur Polytechnicien Programme | €19,000 /yr (non-EU) | 4 years |
Fees are indicative for the 2027 intake and vary by program and specialisation. Confirm exact figures with your BNPS counsellor or the official university fee calculator.
Before You Apply
What you'll need
Every program has specific requirements, but most applications from India follow this checklist. Your BNPS counsellor will confirm exactly what applies to your chosen course.
Academic transcripts from your qualifying degree (minimum grade varies by program)
IELTS 6.5+ overall or equivalent TOEFL/PTE score (English-taught programs)
Statement of Purpose / motivation letter
Two academic or professional letters of recommendation
Proof of funds for tuition and living costs (for Campus France / visa purposes)
Funding Your Degree
Scholarships worth knowing about
Eiffel Excellence Scholarship
Full tuition + monthly stipend
École Polytechnique Foundation Scholarships
Partial to full tuition, merit-based
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