About the university
Polytechnique Montréal, founded in 1873, is an engineering school in Montreal and one of Canada's largest engineering teaching and research institutions. It is affiliated with the Université de Montréal. It offers 12 engineering bachelor's degrees, from computer and software engineering to aerospace, biomedical, civil and mining, plus DESS diplomas, master's degrees and doctorates.
All teaching is in French. Indian applicants without French-medium schooling must show French at B2 level (for example DELF B2 or TCF Canada 400 in each skill) before their file is assessed. Bachelor's degrees include a compulsory four-month internship after two years. Polytechnique says more than a quarter of its students come from abroad.
International tuition for a bachelor's year is about CA$32,990 in 2026-27. Graduate fees were published for 2024-25 at CA$996 per credit for DESS and professional master's programmes. Work-permit rules are set by IRCC; see our Canada guide.
- Founded
- 1873
- Type
- Engineering school in Montreal, affiliated with the Université de Montréal
- Language of teaching
- French
- International students
- More than a quarter of students come from abroad (Polytechnique home page)
- Bachelor's programmes
- 12 engineering bachelor's degrees
- Intakes
- Autumn (September) and Winter (January); deadlines for international applicants 1 February and 1 June
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en génie informatique (Computer Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$32,990
- Duration
- 4 years, with a 4-month internship
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1/C2, or TCF/TEF Canada 400 in each skill, unless your studies were in a recognised French-language system
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en génie logiciel (Software Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$32,990
- Duration
- 4 years, with a 4-month internship
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1/C2, or TCF/TEF Canada 400 in each skill, unless your studies were in a recognised French-language system
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$32,990
- Duration
- 4 years, with a 4-month internship
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1/C2, or TCF/TEF Canada 400 in each skill, unless your studies were in a recognised French-language system
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Mechanical Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$32,990
- Duration
- 4 years, with a 4-month internship
- Intakes
- September
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1/C2, or TCF/TEF Canada 400 in each skill, unless your studies were in a recognised French-language system
- Undergraduate
Baccalauréat en génie industriel (Industrial Engineering)
- Fee / year
- C$32,990
- Duration
- 4 years, with a 4-month internship
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- Taught in French: DELF B2, DALF C1/C2, or TCF/TEF Canada 400 in each skill, unless your studies were in a recognised French-language system
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (CAD) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baccalauréat en génie informatique (Computer Engineering) | 4 years, with a 4-month internship | C$32,990 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en génie logiciel (Software Engineering) | 4 years, with a 4-month internship | C$32,990 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering) | 4 years, with a 4-month internship | C$32,990 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en génie mécanique (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 years, with a 4-month internship | C$32,990 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
| Baccalauréat en génie industriel (Industrial Engineering) | 4 years, with a 4-month internship | C$32,990 | ≈ ₹22.1 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Polytechnique Montréal with similar universities in Canada.
Scholarships
- PG (research master's)
Tuition exemption bursaries for research master's students
Value: Exemption from the international tuition supplement; places are limited
Eligibility: International students admitted to a research master's programme
Official page (opens in a new tab) - UG and PG
Quebec government tuition exemption (partner countries)
Value: Exemption from the supplementary international fees
Eligibility: Citizens of about 40 partner countries with an agreement with Quebec, applied for through the home country's programme. Check whether India is covered before relying on it.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Applications with secondary studies outside Quebec and France, such as Indian Class 12, are assessed case by case. Polytechnique does not publish a grade threshold for Indian students.
- French language requirements are checked first; a file without a valid French test result is not assessed and conditional admission is not possible.
- Deadlines for international applicants: 1 February for the autumn term and 1 June for the winter term. A decision takes about eight weeks after the file is complete.
Postgraduate
- DESS, professional master's and research master's programmes need a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Graduate teaching is also in French.
- International fees (2024-25): CA$996 per credit, so about CA$29,875 for a 30-credit DESS and CA$44,810 for a 45-credit professional master's.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets (and degree transcripts for graduate study)
- French test result (DELF, DALF, TCF or TEF)
- Other documents listed on Polytechnique's required-documents page
- Application fee paid online
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| Language of teaching | French. Polytechnique does not list an English test requirement. |
| DELF / DALF | DELF B2, or DALF C1 or C2 (valid for life). |
| TCF Canada / TCF Québec | 400 in each of the four skills; valid for two years. |
| TEF Canada | 400 in each of the four skills; valid for two years. |
| Exemption | Applicants whose studies were in a recognised French-language system. Indian English-medium schooling does not qualify. |
Accommodation and living costs
Polytechnique's cost pages give yearly estimates for housing in Montreal, including furniture, utilities and internet. University residences are limited, so apply early.
| Item | In CAD | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| University residenceBachelor's cost estimate, 2026-27 | C$5,800per year | ≈ ₹3.9 lakh |
| Shared apartmentBachelor's cost estimate | C$12,000per year | ≈ ₹8 lakh |
| Apartment aloneBachelor's cost estimate | C$20,000per year | ≈ ₹13.4 lakh |
| Food and hygiene | C$5,600per year | ≈ ₹3.8 lakh |
| Mandatory health insurance for international students | C$975per year | ≈ ₹65,325 |
Campus and location
Polytechnique is on the Université de Montréal campus on Mount Royal in Montreal.
- 12 engineering bachelor's degrees, with specialist streams such as AI and data science in computer and software engineering.
- A compulsory four-month internship after two years in bachelor's programmes.
- More than 250 agreements with institutions worldwide.
- Campus jobs are open to international students within their work rules.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Bachelor's students complete a compulsory four-month internship. Polytechnique does not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we opened. For work rights, see our Canada guide.
| What | Figure | Source |
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FAQs
Is Polytechnique Montréal taught in English?
No. Teaching is in French, and you need French at B2 level (for example DELF B2 or TCF Canada 400 in each skill) to be admitted.
How much does a bachelor's cost for international students?
About CA$32,990 a year in 2026-27 for two terms of 15 credits, rising each year.
How much does a master's cost?
Polytechnique published CA$996 per credit for 2024-25, about CA$44,810 for a 45-credit professional master's.
When should I apply?
International applicants apply by 1 February for the autumn term and by 1 June for the winter term.
Sources
- Polytechnique Montréal: home page (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: future students (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: bachelor's costs and financial aid (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: graduate costs and financial aid (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: bachelor's admission (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: other diplomas outside Quebec (opens in a new tab)
- Polytechnique Montréal: Baccalauréat en génie informatique (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.polymtl.ca (opens in a new tab)
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