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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Kharagpur, West Bengal
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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur or IIT-KGP) is a premier public institute of technology, research university, and autonomous institute established by the Government of India in Kharagpur, West Bengal. Founded in 1951, it holds the distinction of being the first of the IITs and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance. In 2019, it was further honored with the status of Institute of Eminence by the Government of India. IIT Kharagpur is consistently ranked among the most prestigious academic institutions in India, offering a comprehensive array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across diverse fields including engineering, science, management, law, and humanities. The institute is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum, pioneering research, and robust industry collaborations. Its sprawling 2,100-acre campus provides a vibrant and conducive environment for academic pursuits, cutting-edge research, and a wide range of extracurricular activities, fostering holistic development among its 22,000 inhabitants, including students, faculty, and staff. The institute is committed to fostering innovation, leadership, and societal impact through its various initiatives and programs, including the Young Innovators' Program for school students.
Affiliations
Programs Offered
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech Hons)
- Bachelor of Architecture (BArch)
- Integrated Master of Science (MSc)
- Master of Technology (MTech)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM)
- Master of Medical Science and Technology (MMST)
- Master of City Planning (MCP)
- LL.B. in Intellectual Property Law (LL.B. Hons in IP Law)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Operation and Management (PGDMOM)
- Master of Science (by Research) (MS)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Doctor of Science (D.Sc.)
- Young Innovators' Program (YIP) for school students (Classes 8-12)
- M.Tech in Safety Engineering and Analytics
- Industrial Safety Engineering (NPTEL online course)
Achievements
- First Indian Institute of Technology established in India (1951)
- Awarded 'Institute of Eminence' status by Government of India (2019)
- Ranked 222nd globally in QS World University Rankings 2025
- Ranked 4th in India in QS World University Rankings 2025
- Ranked 5th among engineering colleges by NIRF 2024
- Ranked 2nd among architecture colleges by NIRF 2024
- Vinod Gupta School of Management ranked 12th among management schools by NIRF 2024
- Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law ranked 6th among law schools by NIRF 2024
- Pioneering research in AI, advanced manufacturing, 5G Network, safety engineering, and analytics
- Developed algorithms for social media marketing and disaster management
- Won the ADB Knowledge & Innovation Hub's Transport Technology Innovation Challenge for TUTEM project (Technologies for Urban Transit to Enhance Mobility and Safe Accessibility)
- Developed software for web accessibility for individuals with neuro-motor disorders
Opportunities from Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur Young Innovators Program (YIP)
by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur's Young Innovators Program (YIP) is a national competition fostering scientific curiosity, innovation, and problem-solving skills in students from grades 8-12 through hands-on projects and expert mentorship.
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