Quick Summary
Situated in Khulna, Bangladesh, Khulna University of Engineering and Technology is a public established in 1967. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 5850 students including 30% from outside Bangladesh. Known for strengths in Computer Science and Information Systems, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 4.2%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
KUET offers world-class engineering education at a minimal cost, backed by a strong residential culture and excellent research facilities.
Subject Strengths
Computer Science and Information SystemsElectrical and Electronic EngineeringMechanical EngineeringCivil Engineering
Founded1967
TypePublic
Total Students5850
Intl Students30%
Faculty Ratio16
CampusResidential
Campus Size101 acres
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh, BAETE (IEB)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201-1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Sc. Engineering,Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning,M.Sc. Engineering,M.Phil,PhD
Programs
Civil Engineering,Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Mechanical Engineering,Computer Science,Physics,Chemistry,Mathematics
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT),Institute of Disaster Management (IDM),Institute of Environment and Power Technology (IEPT)
Research Centers
High
Research Output
University Grants Commission (UGC) of Bangladesh, BAETE (IEB)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate4.2%
IELTS6
TOEFL75
Min GPA4.5
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline ยท October
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus heavily on the engineering admission test which covers Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and English from the HSC curriculum.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Bangladeshi Taka
UG Tuition
เงณ18,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Living Cost
เงณ145,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
PG Tuition
เงณ30,000/yr
per year ยท BDT
Application Fee
$15
one time ยท USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
เงณ164,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials ยท BDT
Scholarships AvailableGovernment Merit Scholarship,KUET Alumni Association Scholarship,University Merit Scholarship
Avg Scholarship$120
Financial AidNeeds-based stipends and tuition waivers for disadvantaged students.
Work-StudyNot Available
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Sc. Engineering,Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning,M.Sc. Engineering,M.Phil,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$6,000
Average Salary After Graduation
88%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementMandatory industrial attachment integrated into the undergraduate curriculum.
Industry Connections
Bangladesh Power Development BoardSamsung R&DWaltonLocal Telecommunication Companies
Notable Alumni
Distinguished engineers in NASA,Intel engineers,Renowned academics in global universities
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Main Playground,Gymnasium,Basketball Court,Tennis Court,Swimming Pool
Student Clubs
KUET Computer Society,Robotics Society of KUET,Dhruvapada (Cultural),KUET Photographic Society
Library Resources
Automated central library with 55,000+ books and access to IEEE, Springer, and ScienceDirect journals.
Exchange Programs
IAESTE exchange programs,Erasmus+ (limited participation)
Summer Programs
Not Available