About Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur is one of India's leading institutions for higher education, technological innovation and research. Established in 1951, it holds a significant place in Indian higher education as the country's first IIT.
The institute has a vast green residential campus covering approximately 2,100 acres. It provides an extensive academic environment with departments, schools, research centres, laboratories, libraries, halls of residence, sports infrastructure and student activity facilities. The institute offers education across engineering, technology, sciences and several interdisciplinary and professional fields.
The institute has a vast green residential campus covering approximately 2,100 acres. It provides an extensive academic environment with departments, schools, research centres, laboratories, libraries, halls of residence, sports infrastructure and student activity facilities. The institute offers education across engineering, technology, sciences and several interdisciplinary and professional fields.
Quick Facts
16,630
Total Students
738
Faculty
2,100.0
Campus (Acres)
1951
Established