Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

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Established in 1951 on the site of a former British-era detention camp in Hijli, near Kharagpur, IIT Kharagpur was India’s first IIT. The sprawling 2,100-acre campus includes academic complexes Carnegie Mellon‑style workshop blocks and heritage buildings. IIT Kharagpur offers a comprehensive spectrum of programs across engineering, management, law, and sciences, with strong research institutions in areas such as materials, energy, water, and transportation. Admission is via JEE Advanced. The institute is celebrated for founding the IIT legacy, producing eminent alumni in industry, government, and academia. With consistent top-10 NIRF rankings and strong placements—including median packages around ₹18–22 LPA and top offers in excess of ₹60 LPA—Kharagpur remains a benchmark in India’s technical education landscape.