Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
College Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is a public technical and research university established by the government of India in 1951. It is the first of the IITs to be established and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance. The university is particularly known for its Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) program, for which admission is granted through the Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT) after qualifying in JEE Advanced.
Important Information
Location: Kharagpur, West Bengal, 721302, India. The campus is spread over 2,100 acres, making it one of the largest in India. It is located about 120 kilometers west of Kolkata. The campus is self-contained and is well-connected by rail (Kharagpur Junction) and road. The nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
Courses Offered
IIT Kharagpur offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. Key courses include: B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture): A 5-year program with admission based on JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and AAT scores. B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology): 4-year programs in various engineering disciplines like Computer Science, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Aerospace. Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech): 5-year integrated programs. Other programs include M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, and PhD across various schools and departments.
Fee Structure
The fee structure varies by program. For the B.Arch and B.Tech programs, the tuition fee is approximately INR 1,00,000 per semester. Additional costs include hostel seat rent, electricity charges, mess charges, and other fees, bringing the total to around INR 1,35,000 per semester. The institute offers several scholarships and tuition fee waivers for students from SC/ST/PwD categories and economically weaker sections, as per government norms.
Placement Statistics
IIT Kharagpur has a robust placement record. In the 2023 placement drive, students received over 1,600 job offers. The highest domestic package offered was over INR 1 Crore per annum, while international offers went up to INR 2.6 Crore per annum. The average package for undergraduate students is typically in the range of INR 15-20 LPA. Major recruiters include Google, Microsoft, Apple, Goldman Sachs, and various core engineering and consulting firms.
Student Hostel Details
IIT Kharagpur is a fully residential institute with 22 Halls of Residence (18 for boys, 4 for girls). Each hall is a self-sufficient unit with amenities like a mess, common rooms, reading rooms, and indoor sports facilities. All hostel rooms are provided with LAN ports for internet connectivity. The halls are named after eminent personalities and are a central part of the student life on campus.
Campus Facilities
The campus provides extensive facilities including a massive Central Library with a vast collection of books and digital resources, the B.C. Roy Technology Hospital for medical services, multiple nationalized banks, a post office, and several food courts and canteens. For recreation, the Technology Students' Gymkhana (TSG) offers top-notch sports facilities, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, gymnasium, and grounds for various sports.
Extracurricular Activities
Student life at IIT Kharagpur is vibrant with numerous student-run clubs and societies covering technical, cultural, and social interests. The institute hosts two major annual fests: 'Kshitij', the techno-management symposium, and 'Spring Fest', one of Asia's largest social and cultural festivals. These events attract participation from colleges all over India and abroad.