🎓 Politecnico di Torino 2026–2027 TIL Exam Calendar: A Critical Strategy Guide for EU and Non-EU Candidates

Politecnico di Torino (PoliTo) , one of Italy's most prestigious technical universities in the world (ranked at the top of the QS rankings) in the fields of engineering, architecture, and technology, has published its eagerly awaited TIL (Test di Ingresso Lineare) exam schedule for the 2026–2027 academic year.

The TIL exam is more than just a "level-setting test," especially for non-EU (non-EU and visa-required) candidates; it's the most critical turning point that determines the fate of your application. Choosing the wrong session, being late, or misinterpreting the rules can directly mean losing a whole academic year . ⚠️

Below, we detail the 2026-2027 TIL calendar, who can attend which sessions, and the strategy you should follow to avoid jeopardizing your visa process.

📌 What is the TIL Exam and Why is it Vital?

TIL is the official and decisive entrance exam administered by Politecnico di Torino for admission to its undergraduate programs. It targets the following fields:

• 🛠️ Engineering Programs

• 🏛️ Architecture and Design

• 💻 Technology and Basic Sciences

The Importance of TIL Score:

At PoliTo, simply "passing the threshold" isn't enough. Your TIL score determines your ranking among other candidates and directly affects your placement in the limited quotas. For non-EU candidates in particular, a high and early TIL score is key to acceptance.

🗓️ Politecnico di Torino 2026–2027 TIL Exam Sessions and Rules

PoliTo has divided the exam schedule into two main blocks based on the candidates' status. This division is crucial.

Part 1: Open Sessions (EU and Non-EU)

All candidates (with non-EU status), including Turkish students, can participate in these first four sessions. This is the most strategically important period.

Session	Dates	Who can participate?	Strategic Commentary
🟢 Session 1	February 19, 2026 (Thursday)	EU and Non-EU	The Biggest Opportunity: Early publication generally means lower competition and higher motivation.
🟢 Session 2	March 10, 14, 26, 2026	EU and Non-EU	Second Chance: A powerful opportunity for those who didn't achieve their goals on their first attempt.
🟢 Session 3	April 7, 8, 17, 2026	EU and Non-EU	The rush begins: Application volume increases significantly during this period, and competition intensifies.
🟢 Session 4	May 4, 5, 22, 2026	EU and Non-EU	⚠️ Critical Turning Point (For Non-EU Candidates): This is the last safe period for visa-required candidates. After this date, the visa and bureaucratic timeline becomes very tight.

Section 2: Restricted Residence ⚠️ (EU Citizens Only)

This is the session where most mistakes are made and students suffer the most.

Session	Dates	Who can participate?	Critical Alert
🔵 Session 5	July 15, 17, 20, 2026	EU citizens only.	❌ NON-EU CANDIDATES CANNOT PARTICIPATE: Turkish citizens (without EU residency) cannot take the exam on these dates.

🌍 Vital Warnings for Non-EU Candidates

If you are applying from Türkiye and need an Italian student visa, you must accept the following facts:

1. Only the first 4 sessions are for you: You can't make plans relying on the 5th session in July.

2. Late Exam = Visa Risk: Taking the exam at the end of May, waiting for the results to be announced, and completing university pre-registration could mean you're late for your consulate visa appointment.

3. Ideal Scenario: Non-EU candidates should successfully complete the TIL exam in February, March, or at the latest, April .

🧭 How to Build the Right TIL Strategy?

Winning PoliTo isn't just about solving test questions, it's about managing your time.

Strategy for Non-EU Candidates:

• Your goal should be to finish the exam by the third session (April) at the latest.

• Don't fall into the trap of thinking, "I'll just take it again in May"; save May as an emergency plan.

• Don't consider the visa process separately from the exam; the exam date directly affects your visa appointment.

Strategy for EU Candidates:

• You have a time advantage; the July session is an extra chance for you.

• However, quotas in popular departments may fill up early. Getting in early is always an advantage.

❌ The 4 Most Common Deadly Mistakes

1. Treating the TIL like a "practice exam" and going in unprepared.

2. Being in a non-EU status and waiting for the July session (A huge disappointment).

3. Becoming complacent after receiving the score and delaying the bureaucratic application steps.

4. Failing to accurately analyze which engineering discipline one's TIL score is sufficient for.

✅ Brief Summary: TIL 2026–2027 Rules

• ✔ There are a total of 5 exam sessions.

• ✔ First 4 sessions: Open to everyone (EU + Non-EU).

• ✔ Session 5 (July): For EU citizens and those with equivalent status only.

• ✔ For non-EU candidates, EARLY EXAM (February/March/April) is a necessary strategy.

  
  

🎯 Why is Professional Consulting Essential?

Most problems encountered with Politecnico di Torino applications stem not from academic deficiencies, but from incorrect timing, wrong session selection, and a flawed application strategy .

To avoid taking risks in this complex process, and to flawlessly manage the TIL exam strategy, major selection, application, and visa process as a single plan:

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