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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

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world rank  646

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Overview

Established in 1959, the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Kanpur (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Uttar Pradesh. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Human Resources Development of India, Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) is a small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Indian higher education institution. Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 66-year-old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this Indian higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IIT Kanpur also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Control Typepublic

Entity

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall sized

Selectivity

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin) भारतीय प्रौद्योगिकी संस्थान कानपुर
Acronym IIT Kanpur
Founded 1959
Motto From Darkness, lead me to Light
Colours Blue
Mascot
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University Location

Address Office of Research & Development, IIT Kanpur
Kanpur
208 016 Uttar Pradesh
India
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Phone Number (512) 259 7578
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Fax Number (512) 259 0134
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur.



Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
Not reported 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Admission Office Admission Office

Office of Academic Affairs, IIT Kanpur
Kanpur 208 016
(512) 259 7674


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Library University Library

Yes Visit Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Library


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Housing University Housing

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Human Resources Development of India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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