INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ADMISSION 2026
POLITEKNIK NEGERI BANDUNG (POLBAN), INDONESIA

Politeknik Negeri Bandung (POLBAN) proudly announces the International Student Admission for the Academic Year 2026. POLBAN is a leading public polytechnic in Indonesia specializing in applied sciences, engineering, business, and vocational higher education with strong industry collaboration and practice-oriented learning.
International applicants are invited to apply for Diploma 3 (D3) and Applied Bachelor (D4) programs.

Available Programs

  1. Diploma 3 (D3) Programs
    D3 programs are three-year vocational education programs emphasizing practical skills and industry readiness.
    Fields include (subject to availability):
    1. D3-Building Construction Engineering
    2. D3-Civil Construction Engineering
    3. D3-Mechanical Engineering
    4. D3-Aeronautical Engineering
    5. D3-Cooling and Air Conditioning Engineering
    6. D3-Energy Conversion Engineering
    7. D3-Electronics Engineering
    8. D3-Electrical Engineering
    9. D3-Telecommunications Engineering
    10. D3-Chemical Engineering
    11. D3-Chemical Analyst
    12. D3-Information Engineering
    13. D3-Accounting
    14. D3-Finance and Banking
    15. D3-Business Administration
    16. D3-Travel and Tourism Business
    17. D3-Marketing Management
    18. D3-English
  2. Applied Bachelor (D4) Programs
    D4 programs are four-year applied bachelor degrees equivalent to undergraduate level, focusing on applied research, innovation, and professional competencies.
    Fields include (subject to availability):
    1. D4-Road and Bridge Design Techniques
    2. D4-Building Maintenance and Repair Engineering
    3. D4-Machine Design and Construction Engineering
    4. D4-Manufacturing Process
    5. D4-Cooling and Air Conditioning Engineering
    6. D4-Power Generation Technology
    7. D4-Energy Conservation Techniques
    8. D4-Electronics Engineering
    9. D4-Industrial Automation Engineering
    10. D4-Telecommunications Engineering
    11. D4-Clean Production Chemical Engineering
    12. D4-Information Engineering
    13. D4-Management Accounting Government
    14. D4-Islamic Finance
    15. D4-Accounting
    16. D4-Business Administration
    17. D4-Tourism Destinations
    18. D4-Asset Management
    19. D4-Marketing Management

General Admission Requirements

Applicants must:

  1. Be non-Indonesian citizens.
  2. Hold a valid passport (minimum validity of 18 months).
  3. Be physically and mentally healthy.
  4. Demonstrate good academic performance.
  5. Show commitment to completing the study program.
  6. Agree to comply with Indonesian laws and university regulations.

Academic Requirements

Applicants must:

  1. Diploma 3 (D3) Applicants
    1. Hold a Senior High School Certificate or equivalent.
    2. Have completed secondary education with relevant academic background.
    3. Submit academic transcripts translated into English.
    4. Minimum equivalent GPA: 2.75/4.00 (or equivalent).
  2. Applied Bachelor (D4) Programs
    1. Hold a Senior High School Certificate or equivalent with strong academic preparation.
    2. Submit certified academic transcripts in English.
    3. Minimum equivalent GPA: 3.00/4.00 (or equivalent).
    4. Demonstrate academic readiness for applied higher education.

English Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:

  1. TOEFL ITP ≥ 500
  2. TOEFL iBT ≥ 61
  3. IELTS ≥ 5.5
  4. Equivalent international English certification
(Exemption applies for applicants from English-speaking countries or programs taught in English-medium education.)

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

  1. Completed online application form Download Here
  2. Passport copy
  3. Recent passport-sized photograph
  4. High school diploma and academic transcript (English version)
  5. English proficiency certificate
  6. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  7. Motivation letter (maximum 1,000 words)
  8. Recommendation letter (at least one)
  9. Medical certificate
  10. Financial statement or scholarship confirmation (if applicable)

Selection Process

The admission process consists of:

  1. Administrative document screening
  2. Academic evaluation
  3. Online interview (if required)
  4. Final admission decision
Successful applicants will receive an Official Letter of Acceptance (LoA) issued by POLBAN.

Tuition Fee and Scholarship

International students may apply through:

  1. Self-funded scheme
  2. Indonesian Government Scholarships (subject to availability)
  3. Institutional or partner scholarships
Detailed tuition fee information will be provided upon acceptance.

Application Timeline (Tentative)

# Activity Schedule
1 Application Opens January 29, 2026
2 Application Deadline May 29, 2026
3 Interview Period June 19-21, 2026
4 Admission Announcement July 9, 2026
5 Academic Year Begins September 7, 2026

Student Support Services

POLBAN provides:

  1. International student orientation
  2. Academic advising
  3. Indonesian language courses (Bahasa Indonesia for Foreign Speakers – BIPA)
  4. Student accommodation assistance
  5. Career and internship support
Detailed tuition fee information will be provided upon acceptance.

Contact Information

International Office
Politeknik Negeri Bandung (POLBAN)
Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
Email: polban@polban.ac.id
Website: smb.polban.ac.id