INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (IIT KHARAGPUR)
- IIT Kharagpur, established in 1951, is the first IIT in India and is recognized for its extensive campus and comprehensive academic programs.
- The institution is renowned for offering programs in engineering, management, science, law, and architecture, with a strong emphasis on research and innovation.
Key Highlights:
- Location: Kharagpur, West Bengal
- Establishment Year: 1951
- Rankings: 6th in Engineering (NIRF 2023), 4th in Engineering (India Today 2023)
- Faculty Strength: 740+
- Campus Size: 2,100+ acres
- Website: www.iitkgp.ac.in
Important Dates for Admissions:
- MBA/PGDM Admission Deadlines: Ongoing till June 2024
- CAT 2024 Registration: Aug-Sep 2024 (Tentative)
- CAT 2024 Exam: November 2024
- CAT 2024 Result: December 2024
Courses and Fees:
- IIT Kharagpur offers a wide variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs.
- MBA Tuition Fee: INR 3 lakh – INR 25 lakh
- Executive MBA Fee: INR 6 lakh
- Admissions are based on national entrance exams like JEE Advanced, CAT, GATE, and IIT JAM.
Admission Process (2024):
- Application: Students must apply online for the respective entrance exams (JEE, CAT, GATE).
- Selection: Based on entrance exam scores followed by counseling or interviews.
- Confirmation: Pay admission fees after selection.
Cutoffs (CAT for MBA and PGDBA):
- MBA (VGSOM): 90 percentile overall (General category)
- PGDBA: 85 percentile overall (General category)
Placement Highlights (2024):
- Over 61+ companies participated.
- 700 offers made, with 19 international offers.
- Median Package (2023):
- BTech: INR 24 LPA
- MBA: INR 24.50 LPA
Top Recruiters (2023):
- BCG, Microsoft, Flipkart, Morgan Stanley, IBM, Goldman Sachs
Scholarships:
IIT Kharagpur offers various scholarships for students across different programs, aimed at reducing financial burdens and supporting academic excellence.
