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Kazan National Research Technical University named after A.N. Tupolev - KAI

Kazan, Russia

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Quick facts

World rank
#1,301
2026
Acceptance rate
50%
Students
12,000
International students
6%
Institution type
Public
Founded
1932

Overview

Founded in 1932 as the Kazan Aviation Institute, the university has evolved into a major research and educational complex. It was named after the renowned aircraft designer A.N. Tupolev in 1973 and achieved the status of a National Research University in 2009. The university is deeply integrated with the Russian aerospace and defense industries, providing high-level technical training. It operates multiple campuses and research centers, focusing on fundamental and applied sciences. The institution serves approximately 15,000 students across various disciplines, including engineering, business, and humanities. It is recognized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

Fields of study

  • Aviation
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Ground Transport
  • Energy Engineering
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Automation
  • Electronics
  • Computer Technologies
  • Information Security
  • Radio Electronics
  • Photonics
  • Digital Technologies
  • Engineering Economics
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Nanotechnologies
  • Materials Science

Accreditation: Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation

Admissions requirements

IELTS (minimum)
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TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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GPA (minimum)
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Intakes
Fall
Application deadlines
Varies by program, typically summer.
Rolling admissions
No
Admissions contact
priem@kai.ru

Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.

Tuition & costs

International students

$1,000 – $2,499 / year

Domestic students

$1,000 – $2,499 / year

Fees are approximate and vary by program and citizenship.

Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.

Official fee source (opens in a new tab)

Information last verified Oct 3, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.