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Polytechnical University of Kabul

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Polytechnical University of Kabul: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Polytechnical University of Kabul is a public university in Afghanistan. It suits students who want a university in Kabul and need to check current programme availability, admissions rules, and costs directly with the institution.

  2. What you can study

    The available information identifies the university as an institution for higher education and training, with a particular role in preparing future engineers. A current programme catalogue is not published here, so confirm the subjects and degrees offered on the official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should check the official website for the current application process, entry requirements, required documents, and deadlines. The university’s current contact point is also the place to confirm whether any entrance test, credential evaluation, or language requirement applies.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee for international students here; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Kabul will depend on housing, food, transport, and personal spending, so check those separately before you decide.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The instruction language is not published here, so confirm the language of study before applying. You should also check visa requirements, whether your previous qualifications will be accepted, and what documents the university needs from a student coming from abroad.

  6. How it compares

    Afghanistan has 40 universities listed, and Polytechnical University of Kabul stands out as a public institution in the capital with a specific engineering tradition. That makes it a practical option for applicants comparing public universities in Afghanistan and looking for a university with a technical profile.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Polytechnical University of Kabul

What type of institution is Polytechnical University of Kabul?

It is a public university.

Where is Polytechnical University of Kabul located?

It is in Kabul, Afghanistan.

What is the university website?

http://www.polytechnic-kabul.org/

How many universities are in Afghanistan in this listing?

40 universities are listed for Afghanistan.

Overview

The Kabul Polytechnic University is one of the major public universities in Kabul, Afghanistan. Established in 1963 on a 72 ha of land to the east of Bagh-e Bala Palace, it became one of the largest and well-known higher education institutions in the country. Originally it was called Kabul Polytechnic Institute and considered by many as an important institution for providing higher education and training to future engineers. Its current chancellor is Abdul Rashid Iqbal.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Afghanistan.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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