Quick Summary
Based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Tashkent State Technical University (named after Islam Karimov) is a public with roots dating back to 1920. Ranked #1201-1400 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32000 students including 1.2% from outside Uzbekistan. Known for strengths in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 18%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
It is the oldest and largest technical university in Central Asia with extensive industry ties and low tuition costs.
Subject Strengths
Petroleum EngineeringMechanical EngineeringPower EngineeringElectronics and Automation
Founded1920
TypePublic
Total Students32000
Intl Students1.2%
Faculty Ratio16:1
CampusUrban
Campus SizeLarge Urban
Affiliated HospitalsNot Available
AccreditationMinistry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1201-1400
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1501+
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Limited
Online Programs
Innovation Center, Center for Renewable Energy, High-Tech Materials Laboratory
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Innovation of Uzbekistan
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate18%
IELTS5.5
TOEFL72
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 20
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on high scores in Physics and Mathematics on the national entrance exam (DTM). International students should apply via the Ministry of Higher Education portal.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Uzbekistani Som
UG Tuition
so'm16,000,000/yr
per year · UZS
Living Cost
so'm54,000,000/yr
per year · UZS
PG Tuition
so'm19,000,000/yr
per year · UZS
Application Fee
$15
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
so'm70,180,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · UZS
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$650
Financial AidState grants, Presidential scholarships, Industry-sponsored stipends
Work-StudyLimited
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Graduate, Doctoral programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Oil and Gas Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Energy | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Aviation Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$4,800
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong industry partnerships for compulsory internships
Industry Connections
UzbekneftegazUzavtosanoatNavoi Mining and Metallurgical CombinatLukoil
Notable Alumni
Islam Karimov, Shavkat Mirziyoyev (studied at Tashkent Institute of Irrigation - affiliated historical roots), Alisher Sultanov
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Indoor sports complex, football stadium, tennis courts, gymnasiums
Student Clubs
Robotics Club, Youth Union, Cultural Heritage Club, Scientific Society of Students
Library Resources
Main library with 1.2 million volumes, electronic resource center, access to Scopus and ScienceDirect
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Mevlana, Double Degree programs with German and Russian universities
Summer Programs
Available