#4
NIRF Ranking
~1,200+ B.Tech Seats
Annual Seats
₹22.00 - ₹40.00 LPA
Average CTC (CSE / Flagship)
₹2.25+ Cr
Highest Package Offered
Campus Landmarks & Infrastructure
Aviation LandmarkIIT Kanpur Flight Laboratory & Airstrip
Fully functional DGCA-approved airstrip with single and multi-engine research aircraft for flight testing and aerospace engineering.
Research LibraryPK Kelkar Central Library
Celebrated library holding over 400,000 physical volumes and digital access to the world's leading scientific journals.
Defense & Cyber TechC3iHub National Cybersecurity Center
National center dedicated to safeguarding India's critical infrastructure, blockchain research, and cyber security startups.
Academic Programs & Admission Pathways
| Degree / Course | Duration | Entrance Exam | Admission Authority | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / BS Science | 4 Years | JEE Advanced | JoSAA / CSAB | Class 12 PCM (75% or top 20%ile) + Top JEE Advanced Rank |
| M.Tech / MS Research | 2 Years | GATE | COAP / Direct Portal | B.Tech degree with valid GATE score |
| MBA | 2 Years | CAT | IME Department IIT Kanpur | Bachelor degree with 95+ percentile in CAT |
| Ph.D. Doctoral Studies | 3 - 5 Years | GATE / CSIR-NET | IIT Kanpur Senate | Master's degree with first division |
Branch-Wise Placement Highlights
| Academic Branch | Average CTC | Median CTC | Placement Rate | Top Participating Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | ₹40.00 LPA | ₹32.00 LPA | 100% | Google, Microsoft, Jane Street, Citadel, Quantbox, Rubrik, Apple |
| Electrical Engineering | ₹29.50 LPA | ₹24.00 LPA | 95.80% | Texas Instruments, Nvidia, Qualcomm, Intel, Analog Devices |
| Aerospace Engineering | ₹22.50 LPA | ₹19.00 LPA | 91.20% | ISRO, Airbus, Boeing, GE Aviation, Honeywell |
| Mechanical Engineering | ₹21.00 LPA | ₹18.00 LPA | 90.10% | Tata Motors, ITC, Schlumberger, Jaguar Land Rover |
Closing Rank Trends by Year
Interactive Selector · B.Tech by defaultCategory:
Category Type: CRL (Common Rank List)
Counselling Authority / Exam: JEE Advanced Round 6 (General Open Gender-Neutral)
Selected Category:UR-OPEN (General)
| Academic Branch / Specialization | Quota | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | AI | 283 | 271 | 252 | 238 | Top Choice |
| Mathematics & Scientific Computing | AI | 1,270 | 1,179 | 990 | 1,060 | Top Choice |
| Electrical Engineering | AI | 1,171 | 1,146 | 1,290 | 1,349 | Competitive |
| Mechanical Engineering | AI | 3,178 | 2,771 | 2,776 | 2,940 | Consistent |
| Aerospace Engineering | AI | 4,015 | 3,805 | 3,638 | 4,027 | Consistent |
| Chemical Engineering | AI | 4,436 | 4,280 | 4,015 | 4,344 | Consistent |
| Civil Engineering | AI | 7,177 | 6,161 | 5,948 | 6,116 | High Demand |
Indicative figures. Closing ranks here are compiled from public sources and may not correspond to a specific counselling round. Verify against official JoSAA / CSAB / MCC data before making admission decisions. UR-OPEN reflects the Common Rank List; category-wise ranks are shown only where verified data has been added.
Campus Facilities, Culture & Important Highlights
Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
- National Wind Tunnel Facility (NWTF):One of Asia's most advanced wind tunnels for aerospace and automotive aerodynamic testing.
- Gliding & Flying Club:Student-accessible gliding club allowing students to train as pilots on Cessna and motorized gliders.
Annual Fests & Student Life
- Antaragni (Cultural Fest):Celebrated cultural extravaganza featuring battle of the bands, classical dances, and mega-pro-nights.
- Techkriti (Technical Fest):Asia's premier annual technical and entrepreneurial festival with competitions in robotics and autonomous systems.
Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers
- 100% Tuition Fee Waiver for SC/ST/PwD category students.
- Full Tuition Waiver for students with family income < ₹1.0 Lakh.
- Two-thirds (66.67%) Tuition Fee Remission for family income between ₹1.0L and ₹5.0L.
- Free Messing and pocket allowance for economically challenged scholars.
Notable Alumni & Leaders
- Narayana Murthy (Co-founder of Infosys)
- Arvind Krishna (Chairman & CEO of IBM)
- Mukesh Bansal (Founder of Myntra and Cure.fit)
- Ashoke Sen (Renowned Theoretical Physicist & Dirac Medal Winner)
Campus Connectivity & How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Kanpur Chakeri Airport (KNU) - 30 km; Lucknow Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport (LKO) - 85 km (1.5 hours)
Nearest Railway Station
Kanpur Central Railway Station (CNB) - 15 km (major junction on Delhi-Howrah mainline)
Road & Highway Access
Located directly along Grand Trunk Road (GT Road) in Kalyanpur
Frequently Asked Questions
Does IIT Kanpur really have its own airstrip?
Yes, IIT Kanpur is the only educational institution in India with its own functional airstrip, flight hangar, and research aircraft for aerospace education.
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