Overview
IIT Kanpur was established in 1959 and is an Institute of National Importance set up by an Act of Parliament. Its sprawling campus near Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh hosts a fully residential academic community. The institute runs B.Tech and BS programmes at the undergraduate level, along with M.Tech, MS, M.Des, MBA, M.Sc and PhD programmes.
IIT Kanpur Highlights
| Founded | 1959 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh |
| Popular programmes listed | 2 |
| TUF Rank 2026 | #4 (editorial ordering) |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
M.Tech
Admission Process
B.Tech admission is through JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced, with seats allotted through JoSAA counselling. Admitted students complete online registration on the institute's Pingala portal, uploading their JoSAA seat-allotment and document-verification letters. M.Tech admission is based on valid GATE scores, and eligible departments may conduct written tests or interviews.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
Placements
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Scholarships
Tuition is fully waived for SC, ST and PwD students and for the most economically backward students (family income below ₹1 lakh a year). Students with family income between ₹1–5 lakh pay one-third of the tuition, per the institute's official fee documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at IIT Kanpur?
You must clear JEE Main and then qualify JEE Advanced; seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling. After allotment, you register online on the institute's Pingala portal.
What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Kanpur?
For general and OBC students, the payable fee is about ₹1.19 lakh per semester including hostel charges (indicative yearly cost ₹2–2.5 lakh). Income-based tuition waivers apply.
How is M.Tech admission done at IIT Kanpur?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, and some departments hold a written test or interview. The programme runs over four semesters.
Are there fee waivers for economically weaker students?
Yes. Students with family income below ₹1 lakh a year get a full tuition waiver, those between ₹1–5 lakh get a two-thirds waiver, and SC/ST/PwD students pay no tuition.
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