IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP]
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] is a government institution located in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India, established in 1951. It offers 10+ courses across un…
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Applications for IIT Kharagpur's B.Tech programme, which is based on JEE Advanced (after qualifying JEE Main), are only accepted from those who have completed or are studying for their 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) as subjects.
Eligibility for B.Tech Admission
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Step |
Requirement/Process |
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Eligibility |
10+2 with PCM, JEE Main qualified, JEE Advanced qualified |
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Diploma Route |
Not eligible for B.Tech at IITs unless you also have 10+2 PCM |
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Entrance Exams |
JEE Main ? JEE Advanced |
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Counselling |
JoSAA counselling, seat allotment |
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Admission |
Accept seat, complete formalities at IIT Kharagpur |
With only a diploma in food technology (without 10+2 PCM), you are NOT eligible for B.Tech admission at IIT Kharagpur or any other IIT via JEE Advanced.
If you wish to pursue B.Tech at IIT Kharagpur, you must complete 10+2 (or equivalent) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, qualify for JEE Main, and then JEE Advanced
IIT Kharagpur Offers a Joint M.Tech-PhD program. The admission for this course is based on GATE score. After admission into this program, the students with 8 CGPA or above in first year can take a written test and/or interview for enrolment into PhD. Those who do not qualify for PhD can still complete their 2 year M.Tech program at IIT KGP.
Here is the eligibility criteria for admission into the Joint M.Tech-PhD program at IIT KGP-
- Candidates need a BE/ BTech degree with a minimum of 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD).
- Candidates must secure a valid GATE score relevant to their qualifying discipline. In case of absence of a specific GATE paper for their specialisation, XE/XL/XH papers will be considered for selection.
- Candidates who have completed their B.Tech from an IIT with more than 8 CGPA on a 10 point scale can apply for admission without taking the GATE exam.
- The admission is also open for sponsored candidates.
You can visit https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/admission-pg to check the various specialisations in which IIT KGP offers an M.Tech.
The IIT Mining Machinery Course is ideal for you if you want to gain knowledge of the machines that are necessary for mining, like mine pumps, pumping ranges, fittings fans, etc.
To join this course, the basic eligibility criteria is that you must have enough knowledge of the mechanics of engineering, of solids, and of the fundamentals of electrical engineering.
Here are the important details for this certification course:
- You’ll have to take the end-term exam for receiving a Mining Machinery certification. The exam is of 100 marks, and the passing marks are 75.
- You’ll have to complete 12 assignments in this course.
- Out of these 12 assignments, the score of the best 8 will be used for the Mining Machinery certification.
- The final score will be calculated by adding the average assignment score to the exam score.
- You will get the certificate only after attaining good scores in both.
- You will be eligible for a certificate only if the average assignment score >=10/25 and exam score >= 30/75. If one of the 2 criteria is not met, you will not get the certificate even if the final score >= 40/100.
- The certificate will have your name, photograph and the score in the final exam with the breakup. It will have the logos of NPTEL and IIT Kharagpur. It will be e-verifiable at nptel.ac.in/noc.
To apply for this course, you must visit https://nptel.ac.in/courses
As of now, the registration is closed for this programme. You can apply once the enrollment opens.
Yes, IIT Kharagpur does offer a B.Arch degree.
Here is the eligibility criteria for admission into this program at IIT KGP-
- The candidates must have had PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) as major subjects in class 12th.
- The candidates must have passed 10+2 from a recognised board with a minimum of 75%. For SC/ST candidates, the minimum required percentage in 10+2 is 65%.
- Final selection is based on the JEE Advanced Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) + JoSAA Counselling.
These are the eligibility requirements for B.Arch admissions at IIT Kharagpur.
I am a third year B.Tech student at IIT Kharagpur. Here’s the seat matrix for B.Tech courses at IIT KGP-
Seat Matrix for B.tech at IIT KGP:
| Branch | BTech Seats | |
|---|---|---|
| Gender-Neutral | Female-Only | |
| Aerospace Engineering | 36 | 8 |
| Agricultural and Food Engineering | 40 | 8 |
| Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering | 30 | 6 |
| Chemical Engineering | 65 | 14 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 72 | 15 |
| Electrical Engineering | 66 | 14 |
| Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering | 74 | 16 |
| Industrial and Systems Engineering | 35 | 8 |
| Instrumentation Engineering | 36 | 8 |
| Manufacturing Science and Engineering | 36 | 8 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 82 | 17 |
| Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | 51 | 11 |
| Mining Engineering | 48 | 11 |
| Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture | 38 | 8 |
I hope this gave you an idea of the total student intake at IIT KGP for the B.Tech programme.
The executive MBA program offered by IIT Kharagpur is one of the best in the market. It is specially designed for senior and mid-career executives who want to progress in their careers, while also working full-time. It is a 3-year program, and for the first 2 years, regular classes are held on weekends. In the 3rd year, hands-on projects are offered for 3 terms. The best part about this program is working full-time as well as doing better at your workplace by applying classroom concepts.
IIT Kharagpur offers online courses through the Swayam NPTEL portal. These courses aim to provide education to learners across the country and beyond. The online courses cover various subjects at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Besides video lectures, students are provided with reading materials and assessments to check their progress.
Expert faculty members design online courses covering disciplines like engineering, computer science, management and more. Upon course completion, students are also provided with a highly regarded certificate.
IIT Kharagpur’s online courses foster continuous learning and development in various disciplines in the educational landscape.
The integrated economics Course from IIT Kharagpur has a wide scope. This course comes under the umbrella of the humanities and social science department. Some of the many prospects offered by this course are
- Higher studies: A student who is inclined towards higher studies can opt for Masters in Economics from any prestigious college in India and abroad and can even get a PhD degree provided that he has sufficient knowledge of economics, a stable GPA and some excellent publications.
- Government jobs: The scope of the score spreads to the government sector as well with jobs like RBI, Indian economic service or civil services that help you serve your country. The best part about these jobs is that you can also apply for study leave and pursue higher studies on official holidays.
- Software developer: Unlike the general misconception that only CS, E,C, EE students can become software developers, this course too can help you become one. While it is true that the top companies like Google and Microsoft won’t let you sit for placements, you can become a software developer for average banks. Later, you can target technical giants that don’t judge employees on the basis of the branch.
- MBA: This is a very common combination. Many economic students target IIMs or other business schools to pursue MBA. Moreover, with a non-engineering background, you can always have an upper hand in B-school admissions.
- Data Analyst/Scientist: This is the most common job profile of IIT Kharagpur students who have done an economics majors. Moreover, with the increased demand for AI and machine learning, this has become one of the most appealing fields today.
- Finance: The integrated economy course at IIT Kharagpur has many subjects related to finance and mathematics. This makes the student suitable for finance roles and you are likely to become a quantitative analyst.
- Consulting/operations: Consulting and Operation roles are available to random students, irrespective of their branch.
The best part about the economics degree is that you have a lot of free time at your hand and can explore other fields, unlike engineering students who are always busy with their coursework. Moreover, if you’re not sure about any particular branch, then Economics can definitely be a good choice.
Generally speaking, the best branches at IIT Kharagpur are considered to be CSE and ME. The choice of a branch depends on many factors and is mostly a matter of personal preference rather than the demand of the branch. Irrespective of the branch you join, IIT provides the following to any IIT student
- Infrastructure
- Academic environment
- Course-structure
- Choice of subjects
- Geniuses in the form of peers
All these things that groom are given to an IITian irrespective of his branch and makes him worthy either of employment to any industry or a good candidate for higher studies in top foreign universities. This is mainly because of the IIT tag.
There are many instances where students from Agricultural & Food Engineering (the least demanded branch) were able to get admission to Robotics’ at the Robotics Institute at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), or the MS program of the University of Rochester, New York to study Computational Linguistics.
Ultimately it’s not your branch that determines your worth but
- Your academic performance
- Knowledge and skills gained through productive activities done by faculty and peers
- Communication skills developed during your time at IIT.
These are much more important and come before your branch preference.
Placements largely depend on the academic performance of the student, interview, aptitude test, and other non-academic accomplishments. Therefore placements for Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture cannot be objectively described.
According to the recent placement reports at IIT Kharagpur, the highest package offered was 48 LPA and the median package was 15.5 LPA.
The top recruiting companies were Soft Shipyard, Vedam, and GRSE. 100% of students got internships in companies like Microsoft, Adobe, and Upskill. The top roles offered are Marine Engineer, Design Engineer, Navy Personnel, and Ship Manager.
Some companies offer internships opportunities for students belonging to the department of ONA(Ocean engineering and naval architecture)
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ABG Shipyard Limited HSBC Electronic Data Processing India Pvt. Ltd. |
American Reprographics Impetus Infotech (India) Pvt. Ltd. |
BABAJOB SERVICES PVT LTD Indian Register of Shipping |
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Beehyv Software Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Larsen & Toubro Limited |
Capillary Technologies Mazagon Dock Limited |
Bharati Shipyard Ltd. MAGMA FINCORP LTD |
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Cybermarine Knowledge Systems Pvt. Ltd. Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering |
Bankbazaar Infotech Enterprise Ltd, Hyderabad |
Capital One Financial Services (India) Ministry of Defence (Navy) |
These companies additionally provide PPOs to some of the interns who performed well during their internship but honestly the PPO Percentage in the ONA department is just average.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Common questions students ask about IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] — admission, fees, placements and more.
The fee at IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] ranges from ₹2–15 Lakh per year depending on the program. Scholarship options are available for meritorious and economically weaker section students.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] offers admission through national entrance exams such as JEE, CAT, NEET, or state-level tests depending on the course. Applications are typically open from January to June each year.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] has an impressive placement record with the highest package of ₹ 24,400,000 and an average package of ₹ 2,430,000. Over a strong percentage of eligible students are placed annually.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] is a Government institution located in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. It was established in 1951.
The cutoff rank for IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] varies by program, category, and examination year. For competitive programs like CSE or MBA, cutoffs are typically in the top percentile. Check the Cutoff section on this page for the latest year-wise data.
Yes, IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] provides separate hostel facilities for male and female students. Amenities typically include Wi-Fi, mess, sports facilities, and 24/7 security. Contact the admissions office for current hostel fee details.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] offers merit-based scholarships, government schemes (such as NSP, state scholarships), and special scholarships for financially weaker students. Check the Scholarship section for the latest available schemes.
The NIRF ranking of IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] is updated annually by the Ministry of Education. Please refer to the Rankings section on this page for the latest NIRF, QS, and India Today rankings.
IIT Kharagpur - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITKGP] offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs including B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Sc, and more. Use the Courses & Fees tab above to explore all available programs.
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