Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur)
IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) Kanpur is one of the top premier institutes of technology in India. The Government of India established IIT Kanpur in 1958. The main aim of the institute is to provide quality education, deliver quality research and to provide leadership in technological innovation. IIT Kanpur is one among the top IITs in India, which has been showing excellence in not only academics but also research. The premier institute has been focusing on research initiatives and has tie-ups with various universities and organizations across the globe.
As far as education is concerned, IIT Kanpur empowers the students with critical thinking focused approach and scientific temperament. Students at IIT Kanpur attain knowledge in various domains such as engineering, science, technology, humanities, and management. The globally acclaimed education system of IIT Kanpur provides rewarding and exciting career prospects for students. The graduates of IIT Kanpur have bagged jobs in top companies with lucrative salary packages.
IIT Kanpur has a good record of conducting research initiatives. As IIT Kanpur has a strong research orientation, students are encouraged to take part in research initiatives of the institute. The research work of IIT Kanpur's researchers and faculty are published in various national and international journals. World-class laboratories and equipment support the research initiatives of IIT Kanpur. The institute plays a vital role in addressing technological challenges and national development through its research initiatives.
Apart from domestic students, international students from various countries also seek admission in IIT Kanpur. The premier institute provides all facilities to international students, and a separate hostel block is allocated for international students. The campus has excellent diversity, as students from different states, countries and diverse backgrounds are present on the campus.
IIT Kanpur has tie-ups/ collaborations with top international universities and institutes for academic and research initiatives. The tie-ups with international universities help IIT Kanpur to conduct student-exchange programmes, joint research programmes, joint academic courses, etc. Apart from the collaborations with international universities, IIT Kanpur has tie-ups with various companies and organizations for research work.
The performance of IIT Kanpur in national and international rankings is noteworthy. While IIT Kanpur is among the top 10 institutes in domestic rankings like NIRF, the premier institute is listed among top 500 -1000 institutes in various global rankings such as QS World University Rankings, THE (Times Higher Education) Rankings, etc.
The admission process of IIT Kanpur courses begins as per the schedule specified by the institute. The admission process for UG, PG, Doctoral and Dual Degree programmes begins on different dates. IIT Kanpur issues an official notification for admission in various courses. The official admission notification of IIT Kanpur is uploaded on its official website. For some courses, students must clear a specified entrance exam to secure admission. Students aspiring to secure admission in various courses offered by IIT Kanpur must satisfy the eligibility criteria specified by the institute. At the same time, students must clear all the stages of the admission process for securing admission. Details regarding IIT Kanpur course wise eligibility criteria, entrance exams, and admission procedure can be checked below.
For M.Tech
IIT Kanpur M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2019
To meet the eligibility criteria for M.Tech at IIT Kanpur, the candidates must have an undergraduate course, i.e., B.Tech/ B.S degree to secure admission in M.Tech course of IIT Kanpur. The candidates must have a minimum of 50% score in their undergraduate degree.
IIT Kanpur M.Tech Application Process 2019
The first step to taking admission in M.Tech at IIT Kanpur will begin with the completion as well as the submission of the application form at IIT Kanpur. in order to complete the application form, the candidate will have to have a valid GATE score. The candidate can find the application form on the official website of IIT Kanpur. The candidate while submitting the application form will also have to pay the application form fee, and the application process will be completed once the payment has been made.
IIT Kanpur M.Tech Selection Process 2019
As per the selection process for M.Tech at IIT Kanpur, the selection of candidates is purely based on his/ her performance in GATE. The candidates will be shortlisted on the basis of his/ her GATE score. For some M.Tech specializations, GATE score is the sole criterion for admission. IIT Kanpur may conduct an interview for some M.Tech specializations apart from the GATE score.
For B.Tech, B.Tech+M.Tech, BS
IIT Kanpur B.Tech, B.Sc and Dual Degrees Eligibility Criteria 2019
The candidates who aim to join the undergraduate programmes of Engineering and Science, i.e. B.Tech and B.Sc programmes, will be required to meet the eligibility criteria for B.Tech and B.Sc at IIT Kanpur. The basic eligibility criteria that the candidates will have to meet is to have cleared Class 12 board examinations from Science stream with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as major subjects. The candidates must have a minimum of 60% of marks in Class 12 to secure admission in the qualifying examination as well.
IIT Kanpur B.Tech, B.Sc and Dual Degrees Application Process 2019
In order to take admission in the UG courses for engineering and science at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur, the candidates will have to complete the application process for B.Tech, B.Sc and dual degrees at IIT Kanpur. As per the rules of the Institute, the candidates will first have to fill in the application form for JEE Main and JEE Advanced. The candidates will have to appear for the JEE Mains and JEE Advanced Examinations for the year of admission. After the results for the two examinations have been released, the candidate must register themselves at IIT Kanpur. The candidates will then be required to fill in the application form of IIT Kanpur, including the scores obtained by the candidates in the Entrance examinations mentioned along with all the other information. Once the application form has been completely and correctly filled, the candidates must then submit the application form along with the application form fee as per the regulations of IIT Kanpur. The application process for B.Tech, B.Sc and dual degrees at IIT Kanpur will be completed once the candidate pays the application form fee.
IIT Kanpur B.Tech, B.Sc, and Dual Degrees Selection Process 2019
Once the application process for the programmes is completed, the selection process for B.Tech, B.Sc, and Dual Degrees at IIT Kanpur will begin. The selection of candidates is purely based on JEE Advanced rank. JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) will conduct the admission process for the candidates who wish to pursue B.Tech and B.Sc.