IIT Kanpur

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur), established in 1959 by the Government of India, is one of the country’s premier institutions for higher education, research, and innovation. Located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, IIT Kanpur hosts around 9,500 students and 570 faculty members across diverse disciplines of engineering, sciences, humanities, and management. The institute fosters excellence through a dynamic learning environment, sustainable research solutions, and strong academia–industry linkages. Its research strengths span aerospace, materials and chemical sciences, intelligent systems, sustainable energy engineering, and design innovation. Upholding values of integrity, creativity, and leadership, IIT Kanpur continues to advance India’s scientific and technological progress while addressing global sustainability and societal challenges.