Missed Fall Deadlines? These 3 Top European Universities Are Still Open.

It’s early November. The main rush for US, Canadian, and UK applications is peaking. For many students, this is a high-anxiety time, wondering if their "Plan A" will work out.

But what if your "Plan B" was actually a "Plan A+" in disguise?

While others are focused on deadlines that have already passed, the savvy applicant looks to mainland Europe. Three of the world's top-ranked technical universities have a critical deadline that is fast approaching: January 15, 2026.

This isn't a "late" deadline. For non-EU students, this is the main application round—the one with the highest chance for admission and scholarships. You have just over 70 days. Here’s your high-value plan.

1. KTH Royal Institute of Technology (Sweden)

The Vibe: The MIT of Northern Europe, located in the vibrant capital city of Stockholm. It’s a global powerhouse in engineering and technology.

• Global Ranking: #78 (QS World University Rankings 2026)
• Top Courses for Indians: Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Energy Engineering, and Vehicle Engineering.
• The 'Hidden' Deadline: The deadline for non-EU students for the Autumn 2026 intake is January 15, 2026.
• Tip: This deadline is not set by KTH alone. It’s the national deadline for Sweden’s "Round 1" application, managed by the central portal, universityadmissions.se. This is the only round that gives you enough time to get your visa (residence permit).

Official Deadline Link: University Admissions Sweden - Key Dates

2. TU Delft (Netherlands)

The Vibe: The single best engineering university in the European Union. If you are into aerospace, architecture, or civil engineering, this is a dream school.

• Global Ranking: #47 (QS World University Rankings 2026)
• Top Courses for Indians: Aerospace Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Science.
• The 'Hidden' Deadline: The application deadline for non-EU/EFTA nationals is January 15, 2026.
• Tip: Tip: Some students get confused by later dates. Do not be one of them. While the admission deadline is January 15, the deadline to be considered for the university's highly competitive excellence scholarships is even earlier, on December 1, 2025. For a serious applicant seeking funding, this is the only date that matters.

Official Deadline Link: TU Delft Application Deadlines (Non-EU/EFTA nationals)

3. Chalmers University of Technology (Sweden)

The Vibe: The industry-focused innovator. Located in Gothenburg, the heart of Sweden's auto industry (home to Volvo), Chalmers has incredible industry connections.

• Global Ranking: #165 (QS World University Rankings 2026)
• Top Courses for Indians: Automotive Engineering, Data Science and AI, Computer Systems, Supply Chain Management, and Production Engineering.
• The 'Hidden' Deadline: Just like KTH, the deadline for non-EU students is January 15, 2026, via the central Swedish portal.

Official Deadline Link: Chalmers University - Key Application Dates

The "One Application" Trick for Sweden

This is the "hard-to-find" tip that saves you time and money.

Both KTH and Chalmers (along with other top schools like Lund University) use the same national application portal: universityadmissions.se.

What does this mean for you?

• You pay one application fee (SEK 900, approx. ₹7,100).
• You can apply for up to four Master's programmes in Sweden in that single application.
• You can apply to programmes at both KTH and Chalmers at the same time.

This is the most efficient "Plan B" strategy you can have. You get two (or more) shots at a world-class university for the effort of one application.

A rejection from a "dream" US school doesn't have to be the end. A "Plan B" to a Top 100 global university in Europe might just be the smartest move you ever make.

Ready to build your European 'Plan B'?

The January 15 deadline is just over two months away. Talk to a Leap Scholar expert today to get your SOP and LORs perfected for these world-class technical universities.