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Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur
(IITK)
About
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is a public institute of technology located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. As an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), it was declared an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India under the Institutes of Technology Act. As of January 2025, at least 18 Padma Shri, 4 Padma Bhushan, 1 Padma Vibhushan, and 33 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize r...
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is a public institute of technology located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. As an Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), it was declared an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India under the Institutes of Technology Act. As of January 2025, at least 18 Padma Shri, 4 Padma Bhushan, 1 Padma Vibhushan, and 33 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize recipients have been affiliated with IIT Kanpur as alumni or faculty members.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 221 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 33 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 6,860
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 13.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 0%
- Female : Male
- 14 : 86
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Science | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Mineral & Mining Engineering | 51-100 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 65 | 70.3 | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | =71 | 73.5 | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | =81 | 72.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =86 | 76.0 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =96 | 69.7 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 99 | 71.1 | 2026 |
| Civil & Structural Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Statistics & Operational Research | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =115 | 72.0 | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =151 | 73.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Business & Management Studies | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =160 | 68.7 | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-275 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 251-300 | - | 2024 |
| Social Sciences & Management | =309 | 64.0 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 401-450 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
12 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Atmospheric Science | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Chemical Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2018 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Computer Science | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | =172 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =286 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering | 309 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =323 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =360 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | =370 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =376 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =384 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =427 | 43.7 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =500 | 43.7 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur?
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =221, THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =847.
When was Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur founded?
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur was founded in 1959.
What are the top subjects at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur?
Top subjects at Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur include: Data Science, Mineral & Mining Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering.
Where is Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur located?
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is located in Kanpur, India.