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The EPFL Rankings have not changed much in the last few years. EPFL has consistently ranked among the best technical universities globally and in Switzerland. Given below is how the EPFL University has ranked in the last 3 years across different platforms.

The table above shows the EPFL University World Rankings in the last 3 years.

The EPFL University QS Ranking 2026 is #22 in the world. In the last few years, it has consistently ranked among the best universities in the world, as part of the QS rankings. Given below is how the EPFL Switzerland QS rankings have changed in the last 3 years.

Yes, the EPFL University is considered the best university in the country for its Physics program. It's physics programme (especially UG courses) are known to be very demanding, with low pass rates.

It is mandatory for students to be involved in research groups atleast one day per week. The Master's in Physics programme is more focused on Quantum Science and Condensed Matter.

The PG programme ends with a 4 month (30 ECTS) research project. 

No, UG courses are only taught in French at the EPFL University. As for PG courses, some programs are available to be pursued entirely in English. Other courses are available entirely in French or bilingual French and English.

Students interested in UG courses would have to submit a French language proficiency certificate, with a minimum grade B2. The recommended grade is C1.

Both EPFL and ETH Zurich are considered the leading universities for STEM in Europe. Both offer quality technical education. ETH Zurich generally houses more students. EPFL offers a more diverse campus environment. ETH Zurich is based in a more German-speaking city. EPFL is based in a more French-speaking region.

EPFL is known for its Engineering, Technology, Natural Sciences and Life Sciences programs. ETH stands out for the same programs along with Social Sciences.

Both are very affordable and offer a quality research environment. ETH Zurich (#1 in Switzerland) ranks above EPFL (#2) as part of the latest Shiksha Rankings.

EPFL does not have very high tuition fees. Students are charged a semester fees worth CHF 2,190 or INR 2.5 Lakhs as the EPFL Switzerland fees. So it can be said that EPFL is moderately expensive to study at.

As for living costs, the average monthly cost of living in Lausanne is INR 2.75 lakhs.

1 CHF = INR 114.77

Yes, EPFL Switzerland is conssidered among the best universities in the world. It ranks among the world's top 40 universities as per the latest university rankings given by several prominent platforms.

Times Higher Education ranks it #35 in the world for the year 2026. The university had also ranked #32 and #33 in the past 2 years as part of the rankings.

The University of Osaka is committed to offer quality education through its 11 UG and 16 PG schools. Osaka University top majors for international students are-

• Physics & Astronomy
• Chemistry
• Biological Sciences
• Engineering and Technology

Osaka University is one of the finest universities in Japan. As per Shiksha Popularity Rankings, Osaka University is ranked at #197 in World and #4 in Japan. Top rankling bodies ranks Osaka University that are listed below-

To continue merit scholarships in coming years, maintain a good CGPA 8.0 or above. You also need to meet renewal conditions specified by university each year. If you fail to meet these requirements, this will reduce or discontinue scholarship.

GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad BTech scholarships are primarily awarded based on performance in entrance exams such as GAT, JEE Main, EAPCET and similar tests, with top scorers eligible for higher slabs; additional criteria like personal interviews and academic consistency may also be considered.

BTech students at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad can avail various scholarships including merit-based tuition fee waivers (15%–100%), need-based financial support, sports scholarships with tuition/hostel benefits, as well as special category support like employee or loyalty scholarships, depending on eligibility and entrance scores.

Fee is different for BTech specialisations at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad. Some popular streams like CSE may be at the higher end of the fee range (close to INR 16.47 Lacs total) while other branches may be somewhat lower depending on the curriculum and resources required.

BTech fee at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad generally includes tuition fee, hostel deposit, security deposit and other applicable charges, with exact amounts varying by programme and choices such as accommodation.

BTech fee at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad is between INR 5.5 Lacs to INR 16.47 Lacs for full course duration, depending on the specialisation chosen in this course.

BTech seats at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad are divided among the different specialisations with each programme having a set number of seats based on demand and departmental capacities set by the university.

Current sanctioned intake for BTech programme at GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad is about 672 seats. University may revise this seat allocation based on regulatory approvals and academic planning.

GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad BTech course has a total intake of approximately 672 seats distributed across different engineering specialisations for each academic year. Some specialisations have more seats whereas some have lesser seats.