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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

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world rank  1043

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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (ইন্ডিয়ান ইনস্টিটিউট অফ টেকনোলজি, খড়গপুর) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium city of Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. Established in 1951, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Education, India. IIT Kharagpur provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 75-year-old Indian higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 90-99%. This makes it a least selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. IIT Kharagpur also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Control Typepublic

Entity

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) ইন্ডিয়ান ইনস্টিটিউট অফ টেকনোলজি, খড়গপুর
Acronym IIT Kharagpur
Founded 1951
Motto Yogah Karmasu Kaushalam
Excellence at Work
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Location

Address
Kharagpur
721 302 West Bengal
India
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Phone Number (3222) 282 004
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Fax Number (3222) 282 000
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Website

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Recognition and Accreditation

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

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Education, India

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1950


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council of Architecture (COA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur's academic range and degree level offering.



Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur.



Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Admission Info


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

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least 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 Kharagpur's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Size and Profile


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

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


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

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Control Type Control Type

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Entity Type Entity Type

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

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

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Facilities


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Library University Library

Yes Visit Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Library


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Housing University Housing

Yes


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

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Services


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur'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)


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur public or private?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur profit or non-profit?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur in terms of enrollment?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur in terms of academic staff?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's academic staff ranges from 600 to 699 members.

Is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur a coeducational institution?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur use?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur 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.

What religion is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur affiliated with?

None.

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur admit international students?

Yes.

What is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur's acceptance rate ranges from 90 to 99%, making it a least selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur IIT Kharagpur?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: Not reported. International students: Not reported. Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur IIT Kharagpur located?

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is located in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. Address: .

Is Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur IIT Kharagpur accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur is accredited by Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Education, India (since 1950).

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur have a university library?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offer career services?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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