Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)

About the university

IIT Kanpur was established with the help of a consortium of 9 US universities (MIT, Caltech, Princeton, etc.) making it one of India's most American-influenced technology institutes. Renowned for Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, and Computer Science. Pioneer in introducing computing to India in 1963. Strong research culture with multiple patent holders and startup founders.

Key information

  • Location: Kanpur, IN
  • Ranking #263
  • QS #263
  • National ranking #5
  • Institution type: public

Popular faculties

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mathematics

Programs (9)

  • Computer Science
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Data Science
  • Artificial Intelligence

Student body

  • Total students: 8,000
  • International students: 3%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: $120 - $400 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 95%

Admission requirements

Required tests

  • IELTS
  • TOEFL
  • JEE Advanced

Minimum GPA: 3.5

Tuition costs

  • $2,500 - $7,500 / per year
  • Acceptance rate: 2.00%
  • Scholarships available: IITK excellence scholarships, ICCR government awards, US-India Education Foundation grants, GATE fellowships and industry-sponsored research positions.
  • Additional costs: Living costs in Kanpur ~$150-350/month. Kanpur is a tier-2 city with very affordable living.

Quick facts

  • Founded: 1959
  • Teaching languages: English
  • Study formats: offline

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