Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
Avg Package
19 LPA
Highest Pkg
21 LPA
Institute Type
Public
Total Courses
9 Courses
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur - Overview
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About Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur or IIT KGP), established in 1951, is the first IIT in India and has been declared an Institute of National Importance and an Institute of Eminence by the Government of India. Spread across a 2,100-acre campus, one of the largest in Asia, the institute functions as a self-contained academic city offering over 180 full-time programmes across 19 departments, 13 schools and 9 Centres of Excellence.
Explore the comprehensive list of courses offered by Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, including detailed fee structures, specializations, and eligibility criteria:
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Courses
9 Courses10+2 with relevant subjects; JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling; minimum 75% in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 50% marks; valid CLAT PG score or institute-level entrance
Bachelor's degree (minimum 4-year duration) in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy, or a relevant Master's degree in Science/Economics/Commerce, with the specified minimum marks; final-year candidates may also apply, subject to meeting eligibility by the stipulated deadline. Selection is via a valid CAT score, followed by a Written Ability Test/Personal Interview (WAT-PI), with final admission based on a composite of CAT performance, academic record and PI performance.
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 55%; admission through CLAT or institute-level criteria
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 65% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid NCET 2026 score
10+2 with PCM; JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling; minimum 75% in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks; valid entrance test score
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture or Master's degree in Science; valid GATE score; minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD)
10+2 with Mathematics; JEE Advanced + AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test)
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.S. 6 specializations | ₹ 77.7K - 24.78L Check Fee Details | 10+2 with relevant subjects; JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling; minimum 75% in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| LLM 1 specialization | ₹ 43.8K - 4.44L Check Fee Details | Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) with minimum 50% marks; valid CLAT PG score or institute-level entrance |
| MBA 1 specialization | ₹ 3.04L - 13.04L Check Fee Details | Bachelor's degree (minimum 4-year duration) in Engineering/Technology/Pharmacy, or a relevant Master's degree in Science/Economics/Commerce, with the specified minimum marks; final-year candidates may also apply, subject to meeting eligibility by the stipulated deadline. Selection is via a valid CAT score, followed by a Written Ability Test/Personal Interview (WAT-PI), with final admission based on a composite of CAT performance, academic record and PI performance. |
| LLB 1 specialization | ₹ 58.6K - 5.39L Check Fee Details | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 55%; admission through CLAT or institute-level criteria |
| B.Sc-B.Ed 3 specializations | ₹ 89.7K - 1.14L Check Fee Details | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 65% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid NCET 2026 score |
| B.Tech 17 specializations | ₹ 77.7K - 24.78L Check Fee Details | 10+2 with PCM; JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling; minimum 75% in Class XII (65% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| MPPLG 1 specialization | ₹ 43.8K - 8.44L Check Fee Details | Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks; valid entrance test score |
| M.Tech 54 specializations | ₹ 37.8K - 52.8K Check Fee Details | Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture or Master's degree in Science; valid GATE score; minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD) |
| B.Arch 1 specialization | ₹ 92.7K - 30.93L Check Fee Details | 10+2 with Mathematics; JEE Advanced + AAT (Architecture Aptitude Test) |
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
IIT JAM
Important Notice
For M.Sc admissions. IIT JAM 2026 counselling ongoing.
Required Entrance Exams
GATE
Important Notice
For M.Tech admissions. GATE COAP 2026 registration is open.
Required Entrance Exams
CAT
Important Notice
Executive MBA application deadline is June 10, 2026. MBA offered through VGSOM.
Required Entrance Exams
JEE Advanced (via JEE Main)
Important Notice
JEE Advanced 2026 expected in May 2026. B.Tech CSE closing rank 2024 was 415 (General category).
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Placement Statistics
Verified campus placements records for Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
💡 Placement Highlights & Details (2024-25)
1,747 students placed in 2024. Over 1,000 offers in first 3 days of Phase 1 (2024-25). 11+ students received packages above INR 1 Crore. 20+ international offers. Highest package INR 2.44 CPA in 2026 placements (ongoing).
Top Recruiting Partners
22 Recruiters
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Previous Year Cutoffs
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NIRF (2024)
77
QS Asian University Rankings (2026)
236
QS Sustainability Rankings (2026)
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
NIRF (2024) | 5 |
QS Asian University Rankings (2026) | 77 |
QS Sustainability Rankings (2026) | 236 |
IIRF (2024) | 1 |
QS World University Rankings (2026) | 215 |
QS by Subject – Engineering & Technology (2026) | 64 |
India Today Engineering (Government) (2024) | 4 |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
For most economically backward students
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
EWS Full Fee Remission For most economically backward students | Family annual income less than INR 1 lakh | 100% tuition fee remission |
INSPIRE Scholarship Department of Science and Technology (DST) scholarship for science students | Top 1% in Class XII board examination; pursuing science programs | INR 80,000 per year |
SC/ST Tuition Fee Waiver Government mandated fee waiver for SC/ST and PwD category students | SC/ST/PwD students admitted through JoSAA counselling | 100% tuition fee waiver |
Post-Matric Scholarship Central Government scheme administered via National Scholarship Portal | SC/ST students | Full fee coverage |
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship MHRD-funded scholarship for financially needy meritorious students | Students with family income below INR 4.5 lakh per annum and good academic standing | Full tuition fee + INR 1,000/month pocket allowance |
Campus Infrastructure
Campus Infrastructure & Facilities
Advanced VLSI Laboratory
State-of-the-art lab for VLSI chip design research, semiconductor development, and embedded systems.
Centre for Railway Research
Dedicated research center focusing on advanced railway technologies, safety systems, and infrastructure development.
Student Hostels (22 Halls of Residence)
Fully residential campus with 22 hostels offering Wi-Fi, mess facilities, recreation rooms, reading rooms, and modern amenities for boys and girls.
Sports Complex
Olympic-size swimming pool, cricket ground, football field, tennis courts, basketball courts, and a fully equipped indoor sports hall.
Research Park & Incubation Centre
Entrepreneurship and innovation hub supporting student startups, technology transfer, and industry-academia collaboration.
Central Library
Houses over 3 lakh books, thousands of research journals, and comprehensive digital databases and e-resources accessible 24/7.
Hostel & Accommodation
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
Campus Gallery
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Infrastructure
Events
Campus
Frequently Asked Questions
The total B.Tech fee at IIT Kharagpur for 4 years is approximately INR 8 lakhs. This includes tuition fees of approximately INR 2 lakh per year. Hostel charges are additional at approximately INR 35,000 per year. SC/ST/PwD students receive full tuition fee waiver, and students from EWS families with income below INR 1 lakh receive 100% remission.
The highest package offered during IIT Kharagpur placements 2024-25 was INR 2.14 Crore per annum (CPA) on the first day of Phase 1. In 2025-26 placements (ongoing), the highest package has gone up to INR 2.44 Crore per annum. Top recruiters include Google, Apple, Microsoft, DE Shaw, Goldman Sachs, and McKinsey.
Besides B.Tech, IIT Kharagpur offers B.Tech + M.Tech Dual Degree (5 years), B.Arch (5 years), LLB (3 years) through the Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law, MBA through the Vinod Gupta School of Management, M.Tech (54 specializations), M.Sc, LLM, MHRM, MCP, MS, MMST, and Ph.D programs across all disciplines.
IIT Kharagpur is ranked 5th in Engineering and 6th Overall in NIRF 2024 rankings. In QS World University Rankings 2026, it is ranked 215th globally and 77th in Asia. It also holds the 64th position globally in Engineering and Technology by QS Subject Rankings 2026.
B.S., LLM, MBA, LLB, B.Sc-B.Ed
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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur: Overview
The institute's flagship B.Tech programme spans 15 specializations, alongside Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech), B.Arch, LLB, MBA through the Vinod Gupta School of Management (VGSoM), M.Sc, M.Tech across 54 specializations, and Ph.D. programmes. A faculty of 700+ professors and a student body of over 15,700 sustain a vibrant research and academic environment, supported by 22 residential halls, advanced laboratories, and a central library.
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