IIT Kanpur – Indian Institute of Technology (IITK)

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Established in 1959, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur is a prestigious government-regulated university renowned for its excellence in engineering education. Ranked 4th in the Engineering category by NIRF in 2024, the institute offers over 165 courses across 10 streams at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels. The flagship B.Tech program is available in various disciplines, including Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE), Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, and Biotechnology Engineering, among others. Additionally, the institute provides other programs such as B.S., M.Tech, MBA, Ph.D, and M.Sc.

Admission to the B.Tech program at IIT Kanpur is based on JEE Advanced ranks, followed by seat allotment through JoSAA Counseling. In 2025, the closing cutoff for B.Tech in CSE was 270. The average fee for the four-year B.Tech program is INR 8.6 lakhs. For other programs like M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, and Ph.D, admissions are granted based on national entrance exams such as GATE, IIT JAM, CAT, and UGC-NET, respectively.

In the 2024-25 placement season, IIT Kanpur has reported partial records, showcasing strong recruitment trends. A total of 250 companies, including top firms like Google, Microsoft, Oracle, Qualcomm, American Express, BPCL, NPCI, and Databricks, participated in the placement drive, extending 1,109 offers to students. The placement offer rate witnessed a significant increase of 27% compared to the previous year, reflecting the institute’s strong industry connections and the high demand for its graduates.