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Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) • Kharagpur, West Bengal

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is a premier public technical and research institute located in Kharagpur, West Bengal. Established in 1951 at the historic Hijli site, IIT Kharagpur is the first IIT established in India and was declared an Institute of National Importance under the IIT (Kharagpur) Act, 1956. 🎓 ACADEMICS & EDUCATION IIT Kharagpur offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, technology, science, architecture, law, management, humanities and interdisciplinary areas. The institute offers programmes including B.Tech., B.Arch., Dual Degree, Integrated M.Sc., Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., BS-MS, LLB/LLM, M.Tech., MBA/EMBA, MHRM, MMST, PGDBA, Ph.D. and MS programmes. 🔬 RESEARCH & INNOVATION IIT Kharagpur has a broad research ecosystem covering engineering, science, technology, management, law, medical science and technology, and other interdisciplinary areas. The institute has developed multiple departments, schools and research centres supporting advanced research and innovation. 🏫 CAMPUS & STUDENT LIFE The IIT Kharagpur campus is located approximately 5 km from Kharagpur railway station and spans around 2,100 acres. It is a large residential and self-contained campus with academic buildings, student residences, research facilities, sports infrastructure, healthcare facilities, dining options, markets and other student amenities. The campus provides a distinctive combination of academic life, residential community, extracurricular activities and student-led initiatives. 👥 STUDENT COMMUNITIES & CLUBS The Technology Students' Gymkhana is the central hub for many co-curricular and extracurricular activities at IIT Kharagpur. Students participate in technical, cultural, literary, sports, social and creative communities. Student societies and activities include robotics, filmmaking and photography, debating, music, dramatics, quiz, fine arts, adventure, dance, literature, business and other interest-based communities. 🎭 FESTIVALS & CAMPUS EVENTS IIT Kharagpur has an active student-led festival culture with major events such as Spring Fest, Kshitij and Shaurya. Spring Fest is the institute's annual socio-cultural festival, while Kshitij is its major techno-management festival. Shaurya is associated with sports and athletic activities. The campus also hosts a wide range of technical competitions, cultural programmes, sports events, workshops, student activities and community initiatives throughout the year. 🏆 SPORTS & EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Students have access to a variety of sports facilities and activities, including athletics, badminton, basketball, cricket, football, hockey, swimming, table tennis, tennis and volleyball. The campus also includes sports infrastructure such as stadiums, courts, an aquatic centre, gymnasium and other recreational facilities. 🚀 INNOVATION, ENTREPRENEURSHIP & TECHNOLOGY IIT Kharagpur provides students with opportunities to explore research, innovation, entrepreneurship, technology development, competitions and industry-oriented projects. Its multidisciplinary academic environment allows students to work across engineering, science, management, law, design and other areas. 🌱 CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT The IIT Kharagpur campus is known for its extensive green spaces, tree-lined avenues, nature areas and water bodies. The residential campus provides an environment where academic learning, student communities, sports, cultural activities and extracurricular experiences come together. 📍 CAMPUS LOCATION Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur Kharagpur, West Bengal – 721302 India 🌟 EXPLORE IIT KHARAGPUR Explore IIT Kharagpur on The Student Chapters to discover its academic programmes, research ecosystem, student life, clubs, societies, festivals, sports, innovation activities and campus culture.

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