Hey future IITian! 👋
Let’s talk about IIT Kharagpur — not just the oldest IIT but also one of the most iconic. If you’re preparing for JEE or wondering if IITKGP is the right fit, this guide will break it all down — in a chill, student-to-student way.
🏫 About IIT Kharagpur (IITKGP)
Established in 1951, IIT Kharagpur was the first IIT in India — created to set the foundation of technical education post-independence. Today, it’s a full-blown ecosystem of:
- 70+ departments, centres, and schools
- One of the largest campuses (2,000 acres!) in Asia 🌳
- A legacy of producing top engineers, scientists, IAS officers, entrepreneurs & CEOs
It’s not just a college — it’s a mini city with its own lingo, culture, and heartbeat.
🎓 Courses Offered at IITKGP
👨🎓 BTech Programs
Popular Streams:
- Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace
- Biotechnology, Metallurgy, Mining
- Architecture & Regional Planning (BArch)
🧠 Pro Tip: IITKGP is known for interdisciplinary flexibility — you can take electives from economics, law, entrepreneurship, even arts!
🧑🔬 Other Programs
- Dual Degrees (BTech + MTech)
- Integrated MSc (5 years)
- MTech / MS / MBA
- LLB in IP Law (Rajiv Gandhi School of IP Law)
- PhD in 30+ research areas
- Executive Programs for working professionals
📝 Admission Process
For BTech & BArch:
- JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling
- AIR under 3000–4000 typically needed for popular branches like CSE
For MTech:
- GATE + CCMT
For Law (LLB):
- LSAT India or IITKGP’s own test
💡 Unique part? IITKGP values overall development, not just scores.
💰 Fee Structure (BTech – 2024 Entry)
| Fee Component | Approx. Cost per Year |
| Tuition Fee | ₹1,00,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
| Hostel + Mess | ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 |
| Other Charges | ₹10,000 – ₹12,000 |
| Total (Annual) | ₹1.5 – 1.6 Lakhs |
🎓 Scholarships:
- Merit-cum-Means
- SC/ST fee waivers
- Alumni-funded support
- International research grants (for UG too!)
🏕 Campus Life – Not Just Studies!
Imagine a lush 2000-acre green campus with:
- Hostels called “Halls” (each with its own culture)
- Sports grounds, swimming pool, music room, gym
- 24×7 food joints, juice corners, night canteens
- Tech fests like Kshitij & cultural fest Spring Fest
- Legendary events like Illu (hall decoration) & GCs (inter-hall championships)
📌 It’s an experience that stays with you for life — not just a degree.
🧑🏫 Faculty & Learning Culture
- Professors with PhDs from MIT, Stanford, IISc, and more
- Focus on hands-on research from 1st year
- Opportunity to publish papers, file patents, join startup incubators
- Access to IITKGP’s Science Park, Innovation Lab, Law School, and Management School
You don’t just learn here — you create.
🌏 Global Exposure
IITKGP has tie-ups with:
- MIT
- Stanford
- TU Munich
- National University of Singapore
- ETH Zurich
Students often get summer research internships, semester exchange, or funded visits abroad. 🌍✈️
💼 Placement at IIT Kharagpur (2024 Batch)
| Placement Metric | Approx. Numbers |
| Average CTC (Overall) | ₹18–22 LPA |
| Highest Package | ₹2.68 Cr (International) |
| Median Package | ₹16–18 LPA |
| Total Recruiters | 250+ (Domestic & Intl) |
Top Recruiters:
- Google, Microsoft, Uber
- McKinsey, Bain, BCG
- Qualcomm, Intel, Apple
- Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan
- Tata, DRDO, ISRO, Flipkart, Amazon
💡 Bonus: IITKGP has a strong core job culture too — especially for mechanical, civil, and electrical streams.
💬 Student Life Snippets
“IITKGP taught me to survive, thrive, and lead. It’s more than a degree — it’s a personality transformation.”
“Campus life is wholesome — I was in coding club, swimming team, and sang at Spring Fest!”
“From LLR Hall to LBS Hall, each space has a story. And you write your own.”
🎓 After IITKGP – What’s Next?
Students go on to:
- Work in global tech firms, consultancies, and R&D
- Crack UPSC, CAT, GRE — you’ll find KGPians everywhere
- Pursue MS/MBA in top schools abroad
- Build their own startups (alumni startup network is strong)
- Return as faculty, researchers, policymakers
The alumni network is 70,000+ strong, with presence in 100+ countries.
🤝 Counselor’s Advice – Is IITKGP Right for You?
✅ If you’re excited by tech, innovation & tradition
✅ If you value strong peer learning & vibrant campus culture
✅ If you want a holistic IIT experience (academics + creativity + freedom)
