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• ITMO to Receive 196 Million Rubles for Educational Programs in IT

  ITMO University landed among the top three universities in Russia that train top-tier IT specialists in the second wave of the federal project TOP IT (the category PRO). In 2026-2030, the university will receive 196.4 million rubles in grant funding to implement the new educational program titled Software Engineering: AI Development and Deployment. The competition was held by the Ministry of Digital Development, Communications and Mass Media and the Analytical Center for the Government of the Russian Federation.

  30.06.2026

• ITMO Student Ildar Gainullin Wins One Million Rubles at University Battle 2026

  Ildar Gainullin, a Bachelor’s student at ITMO’s Information Technologies and Programming Faculty, has won the super final of University Battle 2026, a programming contest by Yandex. He finished first among 200 competitors and took home one million rubles.

  26.06.2026

• Best Again: ITMO Graduates’ Salaries in IT Ranked Among Highest in Russia

  In the latest Superjob and Roscosmos ranking, ITMO University was ranked second in Russia and first in St. Petersburg based on the size of salaries earned by graduates in the IT industry. In 2026, the average salary of ITMO graduates amounts to 300,000 rubles a month – up by 3% compared to last year. The ranking includes 85 universities from 39 cities.

  24.06.2026

• AI-Proof Education: ITMO Begins Accepting Applications for 2026 Admissions Season

  On June 20, ITMO University’s Admissions Office opens its doors to applicants. This year, they’ve got plenty of programs and tracks to choose from – along with a new way to enroll for aspiring designers. In this article, we’ve rounded up the key facts: what to choose from, how to make the right choice, keep track of deadlines, and enroll stress-free.

  20.06.2026

• Away With Red Tape: Research Office Opens at ITMO University

  ITMO University’s new Research Office has opened its doors. Here, students and employees can process documents or receive consultations on research-related matters: funding, employment, competitions, contracts, and documentation. Services are available both in-person and online. Learn more about the new office below.

  16.06.2026

• Summer Essentials to Keep in Your (Tote)Bag

  How do you spot a true St. Petersburg local on the street? They’re probably unphased, no matter the weather, and always ready to pull out some handy item out of their trusty tote bag to save the day. Here is our list of things to keep with you to feel like a local on any kind of summer day.

  16.06.2026

• ITMO AI Expert to Evaluate Economic Consequences of Urban Decisions

  Urbanomy is the new ITMO-developed software suite that uses AI to predict economic and social effects of urban decisions. The new tool models interests of citizens, investors, and the city, identifies hidden conflicts, and offers balanced area development scenarios. Thus, the tool will be beneficial for authorities, investors, and analysts by allowing them to make economically optimal urban planning decisions. The service has already been tested by the administration of Gatchina in a pilot urban analysis project.

  11.06.2026

• This Week in St. Petersburg: June 11-17, 2026

  Fancy some travel without leaving the city? This week, you’re in luck: we get to travel through music, art, and decorative objects, as well as explore some ongoing exhibitions and festivals!

  10.06.2026

• Robots + AI: Scientists and Big Tech On Making Sci-Fi a Reality

  Intelligent robots that interact with the world around them and make decisions don’t seem so fantastical anymore. How many years separate us from humanoid devices and fully autonomous systems? What data should we use to train robotic systems? And where should one study to bring to life the tech described by Azimov and the Strugatsky brothers? All this was discussed at a session of St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) – here are the highlights.

  09.06.2026

• Training AI-Proof Professionals: ITMO Launches 2026 Admissions Campaign

  AI is changing the job market: nearly 40% of all Russian companies already use AI to automate routine tasks. At the same time, new and especially junior specialists are employed less frequently. Which educational programs are future-proof? ITMO, one of Russia’s leading universities in AI, answers this question with a new admissions campaign that offers a transparent way to choose your future program, a step-by-step introduction to the university, as well as support for applicants during admission through various communication formats.

  08.06.2026