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About ETH Zurich

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History
Year of establishment
1855
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No. of campus
1
Endowment value
INR 1 billion
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Male/Female ratio
0.47
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Q:   Is ETH Zurich as good as MIT for Indian students?
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ETH Zurich is on par with MIT if not better. Both rank among the top 10 universities in the world. However, both cater to different career goals and have distinct study environments. Students can assess which is right for them based on the comparison given below:

Comparison ParameterETH ZurichMIT
Global Ranking 2026 (QS)#7#1
Acceptance Rate25% to 27%4.6%
Better forPhysics, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Civil/Mechanical EngineeringComputer Science, Aerospace Engineering, and Business/Management
Annual Cost of LivingCHF 22,100 (INR 26.9 Lakhs)USD 26,000 (INR 31.6 Lakhs)
Average Annual Tuition CostsCHF 4,380 or INR 5.32 LakhsUSD 66,720 or INR 81.15 Lakhs
Average Graduate SalaryINR 1.2 Cr to INR 1.8 CrINR 1.1 Cr to INR 1.6 Cr
Q:   How many international students are studying in Eth Zurich?
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ETH Zurich is known for producing students that are exceptionally talented and driven. Swiss Accreditation Council accredits ETH Zurich. The university is home to over 26,000 students from 130+ countries. In the Autumn semester last year, 20% of all UG students were international.

Q:   Can I study at ETH Zurich without IELTS?
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Yes, students can study at ETH Zurich without IELTS. They can either submit a Medium of Instruction (MOI) or submit a valid score in a test like TOEFL or Cambridge English.

Given below are the minimum scores accepted for each -

TestMinimum Score
TOEFL100
Cambridge C1 AdvancedGrade B

ETH Zurich Ranking 2026

#10

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Q:   Is it hard for Indian students to get into ETH Zurich?
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Yes, ETH Zurich acceptance rate is 25% to 27% for international students, which makes it competitive. This means out of every 100 students, only 25 to 27 students secured admission at ETH Zurich. Indian students can apply via eApply for both UG and PG program. 

Q:   What is the ETH Zurich QS Ranking 2026?
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ETH Zurich ranks among the top 10 universities in Europe globally in QS Rankings 2026. The university ranks #2 in Europe and #7 in the world. The table below shows how the ETH Zurich ranking has changed in recent years:

Ranking202620252024
QS World Rank#7#7#7
QS Europe Rank#2#1#2
Q:   What is the ranking of ETH Zurich in the world?
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ETH Zurich is one of the top ranked universities in the world. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, ETH Zurich ranked at #10 in world and #1 in Switzerland. Top ranking authorities all over the word that are given below rank the university:

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QS Rankings 2026

#7 in “World University Rankings 2026”

U.S. News & World Report 2025

#35 in “Best Global Universities”

Times Higher Education

#11 in “World University Rankings 2026”

ETH Zurich Admission 2026

  • Application fees :CHF 150
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Q:   How can I apply in ETH Zurich?
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International students can apply to ETH Zurich through the online application portal known as 'eApply'. It is universtiy's own application portal that allows international students to apply online for master's programs. International students should be ready with all the necessary documents at the time of filling ETH Zurich application form. 

Q:   What is the application fee for international students at ETH Zurich?
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Yes, ETH Zurich have an application fee for international students. International students are required to pay CHF 150 (INR 17.4 K) per degree programme applied for at ETH Zurich. This application fee is non-refundable, meaning, once the application fee is paid it can not be refunded ever if the students withdraws their application.

1 CHF = INR 115.96

Q:   What are the ETH Zurich requirements for Indian students?
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Check below the ETH Zurich requirements for international students -

  • Higher secondary certificate for a bachelor's degree
  • Bachelor's degree for graduate admission
  • GPA (no minimum requirements)
  • English language proficiency scores
  • Additional test score of any GMAT/GRE (if required)
  • Letters of reference
  • Statement of Purpose or Personal Statement
  • Resume or CV







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ETH Zurich Scholarships for Indian Students 2026

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Q:   How to apply for ESOP scholarships at ETH Zurich?
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The Excellence Scholarship and Opportunity Porgramme (ESOP) scholarships at ETH Zurich is for master's students. ESOP scholarship supports excellent master's students with a scholarship, mentorship and a network of the ETH Foundation. The scholarship covers the full study and living costs during the Master’s degree course. Check below the minimum eligibility for ESOP scholarships at ETH Zurich:

  • Very good result in Bachelor’s degree programme (top 10% of Bachelor’s degree programme = grade A)
  • Please make sure to be reachable under the telephone number specified in your CV as the selection process might include a phone/VC interview in February
Q:   Does ETH Zurich offer scholarships for International students?
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Yes, ETH Zurich offers a variety of scholarships for its international students. Some most popular scholarships offered by ETH Zurich for international students is listed below:

Level of StudyScholarships
Bachelor's

Solidary Fund Scholarship

ETH Scholarship

Master'sExcellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme (ESOP)
Q:   Does ETH Zurich offer scholarships to Indian students?
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ETH Zurich offers scholarships to Indian students at the UG and PG level. ETH Zurich scholarships for master's are generally merit-based, meaning, international students will need to meet certain conditions and maintain them to get scholarships. Besides, the university sponsored scholarships, international students can also apply for externally funded scholarships to study in Switzerland. 

ETH Zurich Popular Courses

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ETH Zurich
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
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Stressful
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Internships3.3
Part time work4.2
Post study jobs3.3
Quality of faculty5
Student Life3.8
Value for money4.7
Public transportation5
Safety5
Indian Food3
Permanent Immigration2.7
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Master in Science, Technology and Policy (MSc ETH STP) - Batch of 2027
4.5
Good facilities and value for money.
Tips: There will be a huge cultural shift compared to India in terms of lifestyle, food, community, etc., but it is adaptable. The university is one of the best in the world, with great infrastructure and facilities, but with that, you have to be prepared for the workload you will get.
Likes (Value for money): Tuition fees are significantly lower compared to other universities worldwide. The tuition fees are less than even a few indian private universities, and the facilities you get from those fees are really worth the money. The fees include access to all sports facilities, where you can participate in 100+ sports activities for free.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food is costly. I prefer to cook by myself most of the time. There are a lot of Indian restaurants, but you won't get authentic food there; everything is adapted to European style. However, there are a few restaurants that serve good, authentic food, but they are really expensive, and as a student, eating outside regularly is not very feasible.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1400
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 80200
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Master in Robotics, Systems and Control - Batch of 2024
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ETH is an excellent university
Tips: This university is quite academically rigorous, and one should not join if they are only interested in application and not much in theory. Studying here, I have developed my theoretical as well as practical skills quite a lot. The courses are quite up-to-date and not easy. Overall the quality of education is very high.
Likes (Safety): There is no concern of safety in the city at any time/place. One can go and travel anywhere anytime without worrying. Public transport works quite well which adds to the sense of security. I would travel at midnight with integrity without any concern for safety.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Limited visas and preference of EU/EFTA nationals over non-EU. Jobs are available but they need to show that it's not easy to find a suitable person so that they can justify hiring a non-EU person. Other than that, it's also less friendly to English-speaking people but you can learn the language over time, it's not urgent.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1000
Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF
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Master in Computer Science - Batch of 2023
4.1
ETH Zurich: The best university in continental Europe
Tips: Academically demanding. And stringent grading. Scholarship opportunities like ESOP/ETHD exist. Great public transportation in Zurich. TA-ship available as well. Great weather. Hiking spots are available in the city. Amazing options at ASVZ for exercising, yoga, etc.. Expensive city.
Likes (Value for money): The tuition fee is justified. The education provided is rigorous, with an exceptional faculty renowned for their expertise. The quality of teaching is generally good. The university ranks among the top 10 universities worldwide, attracting exceptional students as well.
Dislikes (Student Life): Student life here is mostly studying. Can be quite hectic. All holidays throughout the year are spent preparing for exams. Student club information is given once reached; most are handled by bachelors students, but master's students are also welcome. Not very aware of the events although I know ETH does organize them.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1500
Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week
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Msc in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology - Batch of 2021
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Best University in subcontinental Europe
Tips: I think job opportunities are an important factor students should keep in mind. Switzerland is a nice place to study, especially if you like hiking. There are a bunch of scholarships but they are hard to obtain. You do get plenty of research or teaching assistant roles and they can easily find your studies. The courses are tough but they are also one of the best.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus is scattered but the public transport is punctual and one of the best in the world. There are trams, buses and trains which connect most of the city and thus the door to door time does not exceed 50 minds. Additionally, the transports are quite regular. The transport is quite affordable compared to the rest of the country. Additional discounts are provided to people under 25 years old.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): It is difficult for non-EU students since the rules regulate that jobs be given to Swiss citizens, then EU citizens. Thereby it is generally hard for employers to get you employed even if they want. Having an ETH degree makes the process a bit easier and obviously, it depends on the job market situation.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1200
Prepping time for classes41 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 60000
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Master of Science in Agricultural Sciences - Batch of 2027
3.9
ETH is the 7th best university in the world according to QS rankings.
Tips: I studied in Germany before. So the transition was not challenging for me. Of course, there is a cultural shift if you are coming from India. But one will get used to it after a few weeks. As ETH is a friendly campus, adapting to the surroundings is not so difficult, especially if you make some good friends. Every PhD student receives a salary from their institute of approximately 4700 CHF/month. I am very satisfied with the university, course and country.
Likes (Safety): In general, Switzerland is a very safe country for anyone to live. As ETH promotes inclusivity, diversity, and gender equality, safety is a common/regular thing on the campus. Zurich is also a very international city with a lot of activities going on throughout the year. So you will definitely enjoy it.
Dislikes (Internships): As ETH is a university, it doesn't really offer a lot of internships. Instead, ETH students are encouraged to apply for internships across different academic and research institutes. The available internships are relevant to the field of study.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 1475
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 51650
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Master in Computer Science - Batch of 2027
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Demanding but highly rewarding.
Tips: Be prepared for a very demanding academic environment that requires a very high degree of discipline and independent work, something I learnt the hard way. But nothing to worry about as you soon get used to it. I experienced a huge cultural shift in terms of punctuality, privacy and strict adherence to rules. Also the idea of a trust based society was definitely new to me. Although there are scholarship programmes like ESOP, they are highly competitive and merit based, so I wasn't able to secure any.
Likes (Quality of faculty): All the members of the faculty are very helpful and reachable using email. Moreover, the Teaching Assistants (TAs) for each course are quite amazing, who make sure your queries reach the Professor and are addressed according. The University strongly tries to industry means what they teach is very relevant to real-world applications and real time developments are often discussed in the class. The faculty is internationally diverse, bringing a global perspective to each class as well.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The C permit for permanent residence has a lot of requirements including 10 years of continuous legal residence in Switzerland. Students need a work permit after graduation to stay and that is quite competitive, depending on securing a long term position with an employer willing to navigate the complex work permit process as well. I have always wanted to come back home and apply whatever I have learnt here to help overall betterment, so I would not want to permanently immigrate here.
Total Monthly ExpenseCHF 2025
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryCHF 80725
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Q:   Who are the top employers at ETH Zurich?
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ETH Zurich offer high placement rate all over the world. ETH Zurich graduates are in high demand worldwide. Some top employers at ETH Zurich are listed below:

  • UBS
  • Google
  • University of Zurich
  • Roche
  • ETH Zurich
  • Google
  • Swiss Armed Forces
Q:   Which are the most popular job sectors at ETH Zurich?
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ETh Zurich has offered a range of job opportunities and internships to graduate students in some of the top companies and industries after their course duration. Some of the popular alumni job sectors at ETH Zurich are given as follows:

  • Business Development 
  • Research 
  • Engineering 
  • Operations
  • Education
  • Information Technology 
  • Arts and Design 
  • Program and Project Management 







ETH Zurich Cost for Indian Students 2026

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MS(10 courses)
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Duration: 18 months-2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above, GRE
M.A.(1 course)
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Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: GRE, IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above
M.Arch(1 course)
INR 2 LGet Fee Details
Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: GRE, IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above
M.Agri.(1 course)
INR 5 LGet Fee Details
Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 100 & Above
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Q:   Is there any additional compulsory fees Indian students need to pay at ETH Zurich?
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Yes, apart from tuition costs, Indian students also need to pay an additional compulsory semester fees worth CHF 74 (INR 9 K). The fee is charged every semester and goes directly to fund additional campus services and student life organizations.

Check the table below for a breakdown of the fee:

Fee TypeCost in CHFCost in INR
Academic Sports Association (ASVZ)CHF 35INR 4.25 K
Student UnionCHF 32INR 3.9 K
Scholarship FundCHF 7INR 850
Q:   When and how can Indian students pay their semester fees at ETH Zurich?
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Indian students need to pay their ETH Zurich semester fees within 30 days of receiving the semester invoice. Invoices are generally issued from the 5th week of the semester onwards. These are sent digitally to the student's personal ETH email.

Students can pay their fees either via the E-banking or E-bill platform, or at the post office counter, or the cash desk at the main building/Honggerberg campus.

Q:   Can I pay my fees in installments at ETH Zurich?
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No, ETH Zurich does not allow Indian students to pay the semester fee in installments. Students have to pay the semester fee in full by the given deadline.

Late payment of fee can lead to fines or suspension from attending classes.







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Q:   How do I find accommodation in Zurich as an Indian student?
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Finding housing in Zurich is not easy. There is a very high demand for off-campus housing. Listed below are some of the best ways to find housing for Indian students in Zurich:

  • Contact the university housing office in Zurich
  • Use online housing platform
  • Use connections on-campus

The average monthly rent ranges between CHF 800 and CHF 1,000 (INR 95.4 K and INR 1.2 Lakhs) per semester.

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Are ETH Zurich deadlines strict, or is there any flexibility for late applications?

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ETH Zurich has strict admission deadlines and no flexibility or provision for late applications. 

All the required admission materials are required to be submitted via the official portal of ETH Zurich. There are no exceptions and late or incomplete applications are not processed at this institution.

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Does ETH Zurich allow deferral of admission to the next academic year?

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No, deferrals are not allowed at ETH Zurich to the next intake. If you are given an offer of admission, it is only valid for the specific semester for which the application is submitted. Look at the pointer given below -

  • The applicants (if they missed the current intake) would be required to submit

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What course is ETH Zurich known for?

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ETH Zurich is particularly famous for its STEM courses offered here. The most popular ETH courses are in fields such as Computer Science, Robotics, Architecture, Physics and Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.  

Given below are the rankings for these popular courses - 

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Does ETH Zurich require a technical or engineering background for its M.S. programs?

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Yes, for most of the MS programs at ETH Zurich, Indian students would be required to have a UG degree in a Technical, Scientific or Engineering field. And, the students are required to meet the given admission requirements –

·       A strong academic background with a GPA of 8.8 on 10 scale

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Do I need German for MA courses at ETH Zurich?

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Most of the master's programs offered at ETH Zurich are taught generally in English and some require knowledge of German or mix. Applicants need to provide language proficiency proof which is usually C1 level for English and C1/B2 for German.

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