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IIT Kharagpur, one of India’s most prestigious and oldest IITs, is located in West Bengal and known for its excellence in engineering, technology, and management education. Founded in 1951, the institute offers diverse academic programs, cutting-edge research opportunities, and outstanding placement records, fostering innovation, leadership, and global impact among its students.
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IIT Kharagpur Latest Updates
IIT JAM 2026 Round 1 seat allotment has been released. Candidates can check their allotted seats on the official JOAPS portal at joaps.iitb.ac.in. The last date for payment of the seat acceptance fee is May 30, 2026. Candidates must complete the required admission choices, including Accept & Freeze, Accept with Upgrade, or Reject and Quit, within the specified deadline.
COAP 2026 Round 3 offers have been released. Candidates who registered for COAP Counselling 2026 can now view their offers by visiting the official COAP 2026 portal at coap2026.iitr.ac.in. The last date to submit decisions for Round 3 offers is May 27, 2026.
JEE Advanced 2026 answer key has been released. Candidates can download the answer key from the official website at jeeadv.ac.in. The objection window is currently active, and candidates can challenge the answer key by paying a fee of INR 500 per question until May 26, 2026.
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About IIT Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur, established in 1951 as India's first IIT on a 2,100-acre campus in West Bengal, holds NAAC A++ accreditation and serves over 13,000 students through 19 departments. In NIRF 2025 rankings, it secured 5th in Engineering, 6th Overall, and 5th in Research, with QS World 2026 at 222 globally. For students eyeing 2026 admission, B.Tech entry needs JEE Advanced ranks under 11,111 for General in the least competitive branches, while placements in 2025 delivered 1,811 offers with an average Rs 24 LPA for B.Tech.
IIT Kharagpur specialties
Rankings : Top National & Global Rankings - Ranked #5 NIRF Engineering 2025. - Ranked #222 QS World University 
Region : Strategic Campus Environment - Large, self-sufficient 2100-acre campus. - Well-connected to Kolkata 
Fees : Varied Fee Structure - B.Tech: Rs 8.96 L (Total 4-year). - M.Tech: Rs 0.64 L (Total 2-year).
ROI : Excellent Return on Investment - B.Tech, M.Tech offers 21.94x ROI
Flagship Courses : Leading Programs Offered - B.Tech in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering. - MBA from Vinod Gupt
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IIT Kharagpur Courses and Seat Intake
IIT Kharagpur offers 206 courses across UG, PG, and PhD levels with specific seat intakes for 2025-26, guiding 2026 projections.
- BTech: 1,800 seats across 15 branches (CSE 92, Mechanical 117, Electrical 92).
- MTech: 1,000 seats in 50 specialisations (Aerospace 25, Biotechnology 30).
- MBA: 140 seats.
- MSc: 300 seats (Physics 60, Chemistry 60).
- PhD: 500+ seats varying by department.
- Other: BArch 50, LLB 50, LLM 30, diplomas via CEP variable.
For the full list, see IIT Kharagpur courses.
IIT Kharagpur Fees Structure 2026
IIT Kharagpur fees for 2026 use 2025-26 rates, with semester-wise tuition Rs 1,00,000 for BTech General, waived for SC/ST/PwD.
- BTech: Rs 1,00,000 tuition/sem + Rs 19,650 other fees/sem; total first year Rs 2,55,000.
- MTech: Rs 5,000 tuition/sem + Rs 6,050 other; total Rs 45,000/program.
- MBA: Rs 2,17,500/year + other; total Rs 4,35,000.
- Hostel: Rs 39,460/sem, including mess Rs 14,500.
- PhD: Rs 15,000-25,000/year.
Income waivers: Full for <Rs 1 lakh, 2/3 remission for Rs 1-5 lakh.
For more details, visit IIT Kharagpur fees.
IIT Kharagpur Admission Process 2026
IIT Kharagpur admission 2026 opens with JEE Main registration closing November 27, 2025, for B.Tech; GATE for M.Tech in February 2026.
- B.Tech: Via JEE Advanced + JoSAA; eligibility 75% Class 12 PCM.
- MTech: GATE + COAP; BTech 60%.
- MBA: CAT (Nov 30, 2025) + GD/PI; graduation 60%.
- MSc: IIT JAM (Feb 2026) + JOAP.
- PhD: GATE/NET + interview; applications March 2026 for Autumn.
New 2026: Talent-based BTech seats without JEE ranks for Olympiad winners.
For more details regarding fees, visit IIT Kharagpur admission.
IIT Kharagpur Dates & Events 2026
Upcoming Events
| Degree/Course Name | Title | Date |
| B.Tech | Orientation & Commencement of Classes | Late August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Orientation & Classes Begin | Mid-August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Partial Admission Fee (PAF) | Late July 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Physical Reporting at NIT Surathkal | Mid-August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Locking Deadline | Late June 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JoSAA Registration Starts | Early June 2026 (Tentative: June 10) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Partial Admission Fee (PAF) Payment | Late July 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | CSAB Special Rounds (Optional) | Early August 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Filling Window | Mid-June 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Physical Reporting at NIT Trichy | Mid-August 2026 (Approx. Aug 10-14) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Choice Filling & Locking | Mid-June 2026 (Confirmed) |
Expired Events
| Degree/Course Name | Title | Date |
| MBA | IIT Kharagpur Important Admission Dates 2026 | 2026-01-01 to 2026-02-05 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Session 2 Exam Dates | Apr 02, 2026 – Apr 09, 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Application Correction | Feb 27 – Feb 28, 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Admit Card Release | Late March 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Session 2 Exams | Apr 2 - Apr 9, 2026 (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | JEE Main Final Results & AIR | Late April 2026 (Around Apr 20) (Confirmed) |
| B.Tech | Session 2 Result & All India Rank | Late April 2026 (Confirmed) |
IIT Kharagpur Highlights
IIT Kharagpur Placements 2026
IIT Kharagpur placements 2025 recorded 1,811 offers from 400+ companies, with 1,085 UG and 393 M.Tech students placed.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Offers | 1,811 |
| Highest Package | Rs 2.14 Cr |
| Average Package (BTech) | Rs 24 LPA |
| Median Package (UG 4-Year) | Rs 19.76 LPA |
| International Offers | 25 |
| PPOs | 409 |
- Top recruiters: Apple, Google, Microsoft, DE Shaw, Quantbox.
- Branch-wise: CSE Rs 30 LPA+ average, MBA Rs 20.83 LPA.
More details regarding the placement visit, IIT Kharagpur placements.
IIT Kharagpur Placement Stats 2023
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IIT Kharagpur Cutoff 2026 Expected
IIT Kharagpur expected cutoff 2026 projects BTech CSE General closing at 470, based on 2025 JoSAA 466.
| Exam/Program | General Expected Closing |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced (CSE) | 470 |
| GATE (CS MTech) | 755 |
| CAT (MBA) | 90 percentile |
| IIT JAM (Geology MSc) | 85 |
Category variations: SC CSE 110, ST 70.
For more details regarding the cutoff, visit IIT Kharagpur Cutoff
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B.Tech in Marine Engineering (Engineering)B.Arch
B.Arch in Architecture (Engineering)B.Tech+M.Tech
B.Tech+M.Tech in Manufacturing Engineering (Engineering)IIT Kharagpur Reviews and Rating
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B.Tech in Chemical EngineeringEnrollment : 2024 | Nov 24, 2024
OverallIIT Kharagpur review
Overall IIT Kharagpur is one the best and oldest IIT in india. At IIT kgp we get every facilities related to academics,sports,culture,fests etc.Here, in kgp there are many socities which helps us to enhance our skills. IIT kgp provides huge oportunities of placements and internships. So overall kgp is one of the best and top 7 iit in india.
B.Tech in Electronics and Electrical Communication EngineeringEnrollment : 2028 | Nov 19, 2024
OverallBest Engineering College
Overall To me this is the best college with largest campus in India. The infrastructure is very good , so many society and clubs to explore in extra academic activities.
B.ArchEnrollment : 2024 | Sep 12, 2024
OverallOverall rating of iit kharagpur
Overall If you will consider overall rating of iit kharagpur it is quite good the well infrastructure inside the campus and biggest campus enables the student to explore more things but only problem is outside the campus there is a village area outside the campus because of that nothing is there outside the campus to explore.
B.Tech in Computer Science and EngineeringEnrollment : 2024 | Sep 10, 2024
OverallIncluding mess, hostel, playground
Overall It's my dream college iit and after clearing jee advanced I got my dream college and in final year I got placed in Microsoft overall this college was good food was average and placement cell was impressiv hostel rooms are average but gyms and playground was good it's very good college
LLB in Intellectual Property LawEnrollment : 2011 | Aug 15, 2024
OverallIIT Kharagpur overview
Overall The curriculum is set in a great way for understanding of a undergrad who just completed his inter.It is so helpful in many ways like perceiving post grad and internships and job opportunities.
B.Tech in Manufacturing Science and EngineeringEnrollment : 2028 | Aug 11, 2024
OverallInside life at IIT Kharagpur
Overall Life at IIT Kharagpur is great. Everyone treats each other as a family here. The academics are up to par and the syllabus is well regulated and updated regularly. The campus life is also great consider the huge number of societies and clubs.
B.Tech + M.Tech in Biotechnology and Biochemical EngineeringEnrollment : 2025 | May 19, 2024
OverallRealities of the IIT dream : An IIT kharagpur review
Overall The college is a great place to be in with state of the art academic facilities and best placements and internships in India. there are a lot of extracurricular activities in all the domains including sports, cultural and technology. There are fests like spring fest, kshitij and shaurya for enjoyment of the students. There are dedicated grounds for all the sports and games including athletics, cricket, badminton, basketball, etc. There is a great swimming pool with canteens and restaurants spread around the campus.
B.Tech in Aerospace EngineeringEnrollment : 2024 | Feb 11, 2024
OverallOne of the best colleges in world
Overall It was my dream college and never felt better ever this is the best, great sports facility, tech facility ,great fests and it is great to enjoy and study at the same time
B.Tech in Biotechnology and Biochemical EngineeringEnrollment : 2022 | Feb 28, 2024
Overallvery good college for doing B.Tech.
Overall As a student of IIT, Kharagpur, I can confidently appeal say that my experience has been enriching and rewarding. IIT Kharagpur has established itself as a reputable institution in the region known for the academic excellence and holistic approach to education.
B.Tech in Electronics and Electrical Communication EngineeringEnrollment : 2024 | Feb 15, 2024
OverallWhere Dreams Take Flight - My IIT Kharagpur Journey
Overall IIT Kharagpur has a beautiful 2100-acre campus filled with greenery and energy. IIT Kharagpur is more than just academics as we have our largest cultural Fest the Spring Fest and Tech Fest Kshitij giving students an unforgettable experience.
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IIT Kharagpur Ranking 2026
The Ministry of Education (MoE) has released the NIRF ranking 2025. As per the rankings, IIT Kharagpur has achieved an NIRF rank of 5 in the Research Institutions category with a score of 71.61, 5 in the Engineering category with a score of 78.69, 12 in the Management category with a score of 66.97, 6 in the Law category with a score of 74.09, 3 in the Architecture and Planning category with a score of 77.38, 4 in the Innovation category, and 6 in the Overall category with a score of 73.99.
Ranking Publisher NIRF
- Overall#6
- Law#6
- Management#12
- Engineering#5
- Research#5
IIT Kharagpur Overall NIRF Ranking 2026
- OVERALLCombined scores base on institute performance.73.99GOOD
- TLRStrong emphasis on quality education and adequate resources.76.65GOOD
- RPActive engagement in research, high-quality publications, and strong professional collaborations.74.94GOOD
- GOGood placement and higher study opportunities for students, high median salary, and admissions into top universities.80.18Great
- OIFocus on diversity, inclusivity, and facilities for disadvantaged and physically challenged students.57.29GOOD
- PRPositive perception among employers, research investors, and academic peers.75.24GOOD
IIT Kharagpur Campus Facilities and Infrastructure
Campus Facilities
Academic Zone
A/C
AV Lab
Auditorium
ATM
Boys Hostel
Canteen
Computer Lab
Convo. Hall
Fest
Cultural zone
Education Festival
Planning lab
Free Laptop
Girls Hostel
Guest house
GymGymkhana
Hospital
Mess
International Center
Theatre
Library
Medical Facilities
Cls. Room
Music
Placement
Sports
Grounds
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R&D
Residential Institute
Swimming Pool
Trans.
WiFi
Conference RoomCafeteria 
Laboratories
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Common Room
IIT Kharagpur Faculty
IIT Kharagpur Contact Details
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GANDHIVIDHYAPITH VEDCHHITALUKA VALOD , DIST. TAPI
chairjee@adm.iitkgp.ernet.in
+91-3222-282101
https://www.iitkgp.ac.in/
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