Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) is a government institution in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1959. B.Tech and BS seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE and the MBA uses CAT.
Key facts
- Location
- Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Type
- Government: Institute of National Importance
- Established
- 1959
- Main entrance
- JEE Advanced
- Streams
- Official website
- iitk.ac.in
Admission route
The usual path into IIT Kanpur's main undergraduate or flagship programme.
- Class 12 with PCM
- JEE Main
- JEE Advanced
- JoSAA counselling
- Seat allotment and reporting
Programmes
Programmes at IIT Kanpur. Check the official website for the full list, seat matrix and current fees.
| Programme | Level | Enquire |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | Undergraduate | Enquire: B.Tech at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| BS | Undergraduate | Enquire: BS at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| M.Tech | Postgraduate | Enquire: M.Tech at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| M.Sc | Postgraduate | Enquire: M.Sc at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| MBA | Postgraduate | Enquire: MBA at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
| PhD | Doctoral | Enquire: PhD at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur |
Entrance exams IIT Kanpur accepts
- JEE AdvancedB.Tech and BS at the IITs
- JEE MainB.Tech at NITs, IIITs and state colleges; the first step to the IITs
- GATEM.Tech, PhD and public-sector jobs
- CATMBA at the IIMs and other leading B-schools
Questions about IIT Kanpur
How do I get admission to IIT Kanpur?
B.Tech and BS seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE and the MBA uses CAT.
Which entrance exams does IIT Kanpur accept?
IIT Kanpur uses JEE Advanced, JEE Main, GATE and CAT, depending on the programme. B.Tech and BS seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE and the MBA uses CAT.
Is IIT Kanpur a government or private institution?
IIT Kanpur is a government institution (Institute of National Importance).
Where is IIT Kanpur?
IIT Kanpur is in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India.
When was IIT Kanpur established?
IIT Kanpur was established in 1959.
Last reviewed 14 Oct 2026. Admission rules, dates and eligibility change every year, so confirm them on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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