Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

The Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur (IIT Kharagpur) is a public technical university in Kharagpur, West Bengal, India. It was the first Indian Institute of Technology to be established and was founded in 1951. IIT Kharagpur is one of the top engineering colleges in India and is recognized worldwide.

 History 
IIT Kharagpur was established in 1951 to develop technical education in India. It was modeled after the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United States. The institute started its journey in the Hijli Detention Camp, a historical site.

 Campus 
IIT Kharagpur has one of the largest campuses among IITs, covering an area of 2,100 acres (8.5 km²). The campus includes classrooms, hostels, sports facilities, and research centers.

 Academics 
The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, science, management, law, and humanities. It is known for its strong research programs and international collaborations.

 Achievements 
 Ranked among the top engineering colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
 Known for its entrepreneurship and innovation centers, such as the Rajendra Mishra School of Engineering Entrepreneurship.
 Hosts the annual cultural festival, Spring Fest, and the technical festival, Kshitij.

 Alumni 
IIT Kharagpur has a large network of alumni who have achieved global recognition in various fields, including technology, business, and academia. Notable alumni include:
 Arvind Krishna, CEO of IBM.
 Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and Alphabet Inc..

 Related pages 
 Indian Institutes of Technology
 Kharagpur

 References 

 Other websites 
 Official website of IIT Kharagpur
 IIT Kharagpur Alumni Association 

Category:Colleges and universities