Course overview
Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering) is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in engineering at Polytechnique Montréal in Montreal, Canada. It takes 4 years, with a 4-month internship, with intakes in September; January.
Polytechnique Montréal is a public institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Polytechnique Montréal (Public) |
|---|---|
| Location | Montreal, Canada |
| Course | Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering) |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Engineering |
| Duration | 4 years, with a 4-month internship |
| Tuition per year | C$32,990 (≈ ₹22.1 lakh) |
| Intakes | September; January |
| English requirement | 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 |
Interested in Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering)?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is C$32,990 a year, about ₹22.1 lakh. Over 4 years that is roughly C$131,960 (≈ ₹88.4 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2026-27 approximate international tuition and fees for two terms of 15 credits; Polytechnique says amounts rise each year. Students from some partner countries can be exempt from the supplement
Living costs near the university
| Cost | 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 |
Living costs for Canada as a whole: C$20,000–30,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Average (median) salary
C$80,300
≈ ₹53.8 lakh a year
Median employment income two years after graduation, Undergraduate degree
Job roles
- Electrical engineer
- Electronics engineer
- Control and instrumentation engineer
- Design engineer
- Broadcast engineer
- Nuclear engineer
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Siemens
ABB
Schneider Electric
National Grid
Infineon
NXP Semiconductors
ST Microelectronics
Bosch
Philips
Iberdrola
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Polytechnique Montréal for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- 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.
English requirements
For this course: 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.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| 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. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September; January.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in CanadaHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for Canada, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- 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
Scholarships
Tuition exemption bursaries for research master's students
PG (research master's)
Value: Exemption from the international tuition supplement; places are limited
International students admitted to a research master's programme
Official pageQuebec government tuition exemption (partner countries)
UG and PG
Value: Exemption from the supplementary international fees
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
About Polytechnique Montréal
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.
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FAQs
What is the fee for Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering) at Polytechnique Montréal?
The tuition for international students is C$32,990 a year (about ₹22.1 lakh). 2026-27 approximate international tuition and fees for two terms of 15 credits; Polytechnique says amounts rise each year. Students from some partner countries can be exempt from the supplement. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is Baccalauréat en génie électrique (Electrical Engineering)?
The course takes 4 years, with a 4-month internship.
What English score do I need?
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. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September; January. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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