Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

Like most German universities, KIT mandates the submission of the proof of one's German language proficiency. Undergraduate students can submit a German language certificate to prove the same. The university will accept DSH2, Test DaF 4444, DSD 2 of German schools abroad, German Language Test, Goethe Certificate C2, Deutsch C1 Hochschule.

For graduate students, the German language certificates accepted by Karlsruhe Institute of Technology include DSH2, Test DaF 4444, German Language Test, Goethe Certificate C2, DSD II, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule. Students can refer to the official university website for more details. 

KIT acceptance rate is just 26% meaning that out of every 100 students who apply to the uni about 26 are likely to be offered the opportunity to enroll on the Utrecth campus making the admission criteria of the university very selective

KIT is a top ranking univeristy. In 2025, it has been ranked #278 in Best Global Universities, #113 in Best Global Universities in Europe, #19 in Best Global Universities in Germany, and #98 in World University Rankings 2026. Another top-ranking publisher ranked Karlsruhe Institute of Technology #193 of 14,131 in the World, #63 of 2,785 in Europe, #14 of 369 in Germany, #4 of 62 in Baden-Wurttemberg, and #1 of 7 in Karlsruhe.

As per latest available data, KIT currently houses 22,761 students as of Winter Semester 2024/25. When it comes to the headcount for WS 2023/24, the university was home to 22,800 students, including 12,400 undergraduate students and 8,000 graduate students. When it comes to KIT international students, the university is home to 4,800 foreign students coming mostly from countries like China, India, Turkey, Bulgaria, France, etc.

According to unofficial sources, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology acceptance rate is around 26%. This demonstrates that university is tough to get into. University usually prioritizes academic qualification, English language proficiency, interview and applicant background. To improve chances of selection, students must aim to score high in academics and perform best in interviews.

To secure seat in KIT Indian students need to fill the application on timelyand fulfil basic eligibility criteria along with submission of application and submission of documentation like LORs, SOPs, academic records etc

KIT is known for its strengths in engineering and natural sciences. It has been ranked #102 in QS World University Rankings 2025.