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Delft University of Technology

Delft, Netherlands · Public · Est. 1842

Updated 23 Oct 2026

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Established

1842

Type

Public

Location

Delft, Netherlands

QS World University Rankings 2027

48th in the world

About the university

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) was founded in 1842 by King Willem II as a Royal Academy to train civil engineers for the Dutch state and its colonies. It is the oldest and largest technical university in the Netherlands, with eight faculties covering engineering, applied sciences, architecture, industrial design and technology policy.

TU Delft is one of Europe's leading engineering schools, ranked 50th in the world by THE for 2027. It is particularly known for civil and hydraulic engineering (a natural fit for a country that is largely below sea level), aerospace, architecture, industrial design, robotics and computer science. Its students build solar cars, hyperloop pods and racing cars in well-known Dream Teams.

Delft is a small, historic canal city between Rotterdam and The Hague, about an hour from Amsterdam by train. The campus lies just south of the old town, and most students cycle everywhere. Housing is the main challenge: rooms in Delft are scarce, and many students live in The Hague or Rotterdam and commute.

Indian students come to TU Delft mainly for two-year MSc programmes in computer science, electrical, mechanical, aerospace and civil engineering. Teaching is in English, projects are hands-on and the workload is high. Admission is selective: TU Delft sets a minimum bachelor's average for Indian degrees, looks for a close subject match, and some popular programmes have earlier deadlines and capped places.

Founded
1842, as the Royal Academy set up by King Willem II to train civil engineers
Type
Public technical university, the oldest and largest in the Netherlands
Students
More than 26,000 (21,816 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
International students
36% (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Student–staff ratio
13.7 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
Non-EEA tuition 2027/28
€26,479 a year for master's; €20,563 for bachelor's
Intake
September; non-EU deadlines 15 January (selective MSc) or 1 April (other MSc)

Rankings

  • QS World University Rankings 2027

    48th in the world

  • THE World University Rankings 2027

    50th in the world (1st in the Netherlands)

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (EUR)Approx. in rupees
MSc Computer Science2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Electrical Engineering2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Embedded Systems2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Aerospace Engineering2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Mechanical Engineering2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Robotics2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Civil Engineering2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh
MSc Management of Technology2 years€26,479≈ ₹28.1 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Two-year TU Delft MSc

    Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship

    Value: Full tuition plus a contribution to living costs; around 16 awards a year

    Eligibility: Excellent international applicants to a two-year MSc. Deadline for 2027 entry is 1 December 2026, and you must have applied for admission first.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Non-EEA bachelor's and master's students at participating institutions

    NL Scholarship

    Value: €5,000, paid once in the first year (not a full scholarship)

    Eligibility: For students who have not studied in the Netherlands before. Each participating university sets its own deadline and criteria.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Joint master's run by European university groups

    Erasmus Mundus Joint Master scholarships

    Value: Programme costs, travel and visa costs, and a monthly living allowance

    Eligibility: Top applicants from any country. Applications usually open between October and January.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Indian Class 12 (CBSE/ISC) with high marks and the required subjects, usually mathematics and physics. TU Delft publishes country-specific requirements; some bachelor's have a numerus fixus with selection.
  • Most TU Delft bachelor's are taught in Dutch; Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Applied Earth Sciences and a few others are taught in English.
  • Apply through Studielink by 15 January (numerus fixus programmes) or 1 April (others) for September 2027.

Postgraduate

  • A bachelor's degree in a closely related field. TU Delft usually expects a high average from Indian universities and checks your subjects against the programme.
  • Apply through TU Delft's application system and Studielink. For September 2027, non-EU deadlines are 15 January 2027 for selective programmes and 1 April 2027 for the rest.
  • Some programmes ask for a GRE; check the programme page.
  • Pay the application fee and upload documents by the deadline; incomplete files are not assessed.
  • Your university applies for your entry visa (MVV) and residence permit on your behalf; you show proof of funds of €1,130.77 a month (IND, 2026).

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (bachelor's) or bachelor's transcripts and degree certificate (master's)
  • English test score (IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT or another test the programme accepts)
  • CV
  • Motivation letter or statement of purpose
  • One or two reference letters, where the programme asks for them
  • GMAT or GRE score, only for programmes that ask for it
  • Course descriptions or a list of courses, for programmes that check your prior knowledge

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic6.5 overall with no section below 6.0 is TU Delft's usual MSc minimum; some programmes ask for 7.0.
TOEFL iBT90 overall, with at least 21 in each section, for most programmes.
Cambridge EnglishC1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with the score TU Delft sets.
ExemptionApplicants from some countries are exempt; Indian degrees taught in English are usually not enough on their own, so plan to take a test.

Accommodation and living costs

Housing is TU Delft's biggest practical challenge. The university works with DUWO and other providers to offer a limited number of furnished rooms to new international students, but it cannot house everyone. Apply for housing as soon as you are admitted, and consider The Hague or Rotterdam, which are a short train ride away.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn EURApprox. in rupees
Non-EEA MSc tuition fee, 2027/28Institutional fee; bachelor's €20,563€26,479per year≈ ₹28.1 lakh
Rent for a student roomDelft is very tight; many students live in The Hague or Rotterdam and commute€450–900per month≈ ₹47,700 – ₹95,400
Groceries and meals€200–300per month≈ ₹21,200 – ₹31,800
Health and liability insuranceDutch basic health insurance is required, at a higher cost, if you take a paid job€80–120per month≈ ₹8,480 – ₹12,720
Public transportMany students cycle, which keeps this low€50–70per month≈ ₹5,300 – ₹7,420
IND proof of funds for living costs, 2026The amount the IND expects students to have; about €13,570 a year€1,131per month≈ ₹1.2 lakh

Campus and location

Delft is a compact canal city of about 105,000 people, famous for Delft Blue pottery and the painter Vermeer. The TU Delft campus sits just south of the centre, and The Hague and Rotterdam are each 10–15 minutes by train.

  • Faculties, labs and the TU Delft Library are all on one campus, easy to cover by bicycle.
  • YES!Delft, the university's incubator, supports technology start-ups.
  • Student Dream Teams build solar cars, hydrogen racing cars and drones.
  • Schiphol airport is about 40 minutes away by direct train.

Careers and graduate outcomes

TU Delft engineers are hired by companies such as ASML, Shell, Philips and Boskalis, by consultancies and by start-ups. The Netherlands' orientation year gives graduates time to look for work. The figures below are general rules and statistics, not a promise of a job.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Orientation year permit after graduating1 year to look for work, with no work permit neededIND: residence permit for the orientation year
Work allowed while studyingUp to 16 hours a week, or full-time in June, July and August (not both); employer needs a work permit (TWV)IND: student residence permit
Minimum wage from 1 July 2026 (age 21+)€14.99 an hour grossGovernment of the Netherlands: minimum wage
International students at TU Delft36%Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027

Studying in the Netherlands

Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the Netherlands. Our country guide covers them in detail:

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FAQs

How much does a TU Delft master's cost for Indian students?

€26,479 a year for 2027/28 for non-EEA students, so about €53,000 in tuition for a two-year MSc, plus living costs.

What are the deadlines for September 2027?

15 January 2027 for selective MSc programmes and 1 April 2027 for the rest. The van Effen scholarship deadline is 1 December 2026.

Is it hard to get into TU Delft from India?

Yes for popular programmes. TU Delft expects a strong bachelor's average and a close subject match. Some programmes cap the number of non-EU students.

Can I work after graduating?

Yes. You can apply once for the one-year orientation year permit to look for work, with no work permit needed.

Is housing guaranteed?

No. TU Delft offers a limited number of rooms to new international students. Apply early and look in The Hague and Rotterdam as well.

Sources

  1. TU Delft: MSc Computer Science programme page (opens in a new tab)
  2. StudyU: TU Delft fees and deadlines 2026/27 and 2027/28 (citing TU Delft) (opens in a new tab)
  3. TU Delft: scholarships (opens in a new tab)
  4. Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027: Delft University of Technology (opens in a new tab)
  5. QS World University Rankings 2027: Delft University of Technology (opens in a new tab)
  6. Study in NL: NL Scholarship (opens in a new tab)
  7. Study in NL (Nuffic): tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
  8. IND: student residence permit for university education (opens in a new tab)
  9. IND: required amounts (income requirements) (opens in a new tab)
  10. IND: residence permit for the orientation year (opens in a new tab)
  11. Government of the Netherlands: minimum wage amounts 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.tudelft.nl/en (opens in a new tab)

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