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Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
(KIT)
Part of Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres
About
The Karlsruhe Institute of Technology is both a German public research university in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, and a research center of the Helmholtz Association.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 54 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 19,911
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 23.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 25%
- Female : Male
- 30 : 70
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
32 subjectsUS News
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences | 36 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Water Resources | =44 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | 67 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =69 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =72 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | =74 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | 74 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =84 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 108 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Optics | =127 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | 138 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =148 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =159 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =160 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | 176 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | =180 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 181 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | =182 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Polymer Science | 182 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Biotechnology and Applied Microbiology | 196 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =235 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =277 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =345 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =528 | 59.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 580 | 59.4 | 2026 |
THE
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 71 | 66.2 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =83 | 64.1 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | =85 | 64.5 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 176–200 | 52.3 | 2025 |
| Business & Economics | 176–200 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 251–300 | 35.4 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Karlsruhe Institute of Technology?
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank =166, ARWU Rank 301-400, US News Rank =278.
When was Karlsruhe Institute of Technology founded?
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology was founded in 2009.
What are the top subjects at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology?
Top subjects at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology include: Energy Science & Engineering, Meteorology and Atmospheric Sciences, Metallurgical Engineering, Water Resources, Robotic Science & Engineering.
Where is Karlsruhe Institute of Technology located?
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology is located in Karlsruhe, Germany.