Institut Polytechnique de Paris
(IPP)
About
The Polytechnic Institute of Paris is a public technological university located in Palaiseau, France. It consists of six engineering grandes écoles: École polytechnique, ENSTA Paris, ENSAE Paris, École nationale des ponts et chaussées, Télécom Paris and Télécom SudParis.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 50 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 51 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 6,217
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 7.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 43%
- Female : Male
- 23 : 77
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
16 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 21 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences | 31 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 52 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Optics | 75 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 97 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 112 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 131 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | =215 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Space Science | 230 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =238 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =274 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =296 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =310 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =447 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =519 | 58.1 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =538 | 58.1 | 2026 |
QS
24 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 24 | 80.1 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =29 | 81.9 | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 35 | 79.9 | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 42 | 82.0 | 2026 |
| Civil & Structural Engineering | 44 | 77.1 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 45 | 78.6 | 2026 |
| Data Science | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | =51 | 76.0 | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Geophysics | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 51 | 76.2 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =56 | 71.9 | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | =58 | 74.8 | 2026 |
| Architecture | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | =108 | 75.6 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 132 | 71.0 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Accounting & Finance | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | =268 | 65.5 | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Medicine | 651-700 | - | 2026 |
THE
5 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical Sciences | 29 | 81.0 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 43 | 78.2 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =81 | 63.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 101–125 | 59.1 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 101–125 | 52.2 | 2026 |
ARWU
22 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics & Astronomy | 38 | 234.6 | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 42 | 163.4 | 2025 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 50 | 117.6 | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Automation & Control | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Oceanography | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Transportation Science & Technology | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Remote Sensing | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Civil Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Management | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Materials Science | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
Organization Structure
Related unitsFrench institution of higher education and research
View DetailsFrench graduate school of engineering
View DetailsFrench engineering grande école (selective higher education institution)
View DetailsFrench Grande École of engineering
View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Institut Polytechnique de Paris?
Institut Polytechnique de Paris's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =43, THE Rank =68, ARWU Rank 201-300, US News Rank =323.
When was Institut Polytechnique de Paris founded?
Institut Polytechnique de Paris was founded in 2019.
What are the top subjects at Institut Polytechnique de Paris?
Top subjects at Institut Polytechnique de Paris include: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences, Statistics & Operational Research.
Where is Institut Polytechnique de Paris located?
Institut Polytechnique de Paris is located in Palaiseau, France.