Register for a course in Ladok

If you have been admitted to a course, you need to register in Ladok before the course starts. This guide explains how to sign in to Ladok, register for your course, and what to do if the registration option is not available

Step 1: Make sure your student account is activated

You need an active KI student account to sign in to Ladok. If you are a new student, information about your account is usually provided as part of the admissions process.

Please note: After activating your student account, it may take up to 24 hours before you can log in to Ladok.
Make sure your authentication assurance level has been updated. If your assurance level is too low, you will not be able to access all services, including Ladok.

Step 2: Sign in to Ladok

Go to Ladok for Students and select Log in through your university. Search for and select Karolinska Institutet. Sign in using your KI student account.

Step 3: Register for your course

On the homepage in Ladok, find your course under Upcoming or Not Registered.
Click Register next to the course and confirm your registration.

Step 4: Check that your registration was successful

Once your registration is complete, the course status will change to Registered and the course will appear under the Current tab in Ladok.

Can't see the registration button?

If you are unable to register, it may be because:

  • The registration period has not opened yet.
  • The registration period has closed.
  • You have not been admitted to the course or do not meet the entry requirements.
  • The course administration may need to register you manually.

If you still cannot register, please contact the course administration or course coordinator for assistance.

Content reviewer:
18-09-2026