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Prof. Suman Chakraborty officially takes over as Director of IIT Kharagpur

Prof. Suman Chakraborty officially takes over as Director of IIT Kharagpur

Prof. Chakraborty, a globally renowned academician and a distinguished faculty member from the Department of Mechanical Engineering, has received several prestigious national and international honors in science and engineering. His work at the intersection of fluid mechanics, biomedical engineering, and technology-driven societal applications has earned him recognition as one of the foremost researchers in the country. There is a need to enhance connectivity with students so their issues and challenges are detected early and bring back the culture of fulfillness on the campus, said Prof. Suman Chakraborty, the newly appointed director of IIT Kharagpur, after taking charge on Monday. He…
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IIT Kharagpur ranked 4th in India & 215th in the World in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026

IIT Kharagpur ranked 4th in India & 215th in the World in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur ranked 4th in India in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026. The institute jumped ahead 07 places in comparison to its 2025 performance to become the 215th University in the world. The World University Ranking 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) featured 1501 Universities from all over the world and evaluated 8467 institutions in total. The institute has performed well in parameters like Sustainability, Employer Reputation, Citations per Faculty and International Research Network.                         Times of India (Print)             …
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IIT Kharagpur sets new benchmark with 1800+ Offers in 2024-25 Placements

IIT Kharagpur sets new benchmark with 1800+ Offers in 2024-25 Placements

IIT Kharagpur has once again reinforced its legacy of academic and professional excellence by achieving a major milestone in the 2024-25 placement season. Despite a challenging global employment landscape, the Institute has recorded over 1,800 job offers, including 409 Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) and 25 international offers, underscoring its growing appeal among top global recruiters. The placement season kicked off with remarkable momentum, amassing more than 800 offers within the first two days. By Day 3, the institute reached 1,000-offer mark, showcasing the robust demand for IIT Kharagpur’s talent across diverse industries. This season also witnessed nine students receiving offers exceeding…
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IIT Kharagpur Launches India’s First Academic Accelerated Pavement Test Facility- K-APTF

IIT Kharagpur Launches India’s First Academic Accelerated Pavement Test Facility- K-APTF

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur has unveiled a pioneering infrastructure initiative with the inauguration of the Kharagpur Accelerated Pavement Test Facility (K-APTF). Shri Amit Shukla, Director General of NRIDA & Joint Secretary, MoRD, Government of India, officially launched the K-APTF in the presence of Shri Devinder Kumar, Project Director-II, NRIDA; Prof. Ramgopal Maddali, Dean Infrastructure; Prof. Rabibrata Mukherjee, Dean R&D; Prof. Arghya Deb, Dean Alumni Affairs; Prof. Dhrubajyoti Sen, Head, Civil Engineering; Prof. Bhargab Maitra, Dean Student Affairs; Captain Amit Jain (Retd.) Registrar, IIT Kharagpur. On the occasion, Prof. M. A. Reddy from Civil Engineering department delivered a presentation…
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IIT Kharagpur and A*STAR Singapore Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Semiconductor Innovation in Asia

IIT Kharagpur and A*STAR Singapore Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance Semiconductor Innovation in Asia

In a landmark move to foster global collaboration in semiconductor research and talent development, IIT Kharagpur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Institute of Microelectronics (IME) under Singapore’s Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). The announcement was made during SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, where IIT Kharagpur represented India’s academic and technological prowess in the semiconductor domain. This partnership underscores the shared commitment of India and Singapore to build a resilient, innovative, and skilled semiconductor ecosystem through international collaboration. IIT Kharagpur, India’s premier institution for science and technology, brings decades of expertise in microelectronics, chip design, nano-fabrication,…
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IIT Kharagpur Inks MoU with Technische Universitat Darmstadt to Foster Academic & Research Collaboration

IIT Kharagpur Inks MoU with Technische Universitat Darmstadt to Foster Academic & Research Collaboration

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IIT KGP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Technische Universitat Darmstadt, Germany, to foster collaboration in academic, research and innovation initiatives on 24th May, 2025. This significant step follows the visit of a seven-member delegation from the Technische Universitat Darmstadt to IIT Kharagpur on March 20, 2025.   Prof. Rintu Banerjee, Deputy Director, IIT Kharagpur with Prof. Thomas Walther, Vice-President for Innovation and International Affairs, Technische Universitat Darmstadt, Germany The IIT Kharagpur delegation, led by Prof. Rintu Banerjee, Deputy Director, IIT Kharagpur, including Prof. Rabibrata Mukherjee, Dean Research & Development; Prof. Debashish Chakravarty,…
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….And then there was light!

….And then there was light!

Researchers at IIT Kharagpur are generating electricity from Subarnarekha river by harnessing the flow of water without turbines A groundbreaking initiative by researchers from IIT Kharagpur is transforming how we think about hydroelectric power generation. Instead of relying on traditional turbines or large dams, this team is harnessing the power of water flow in the Subarnarekha River to generate electricity using a unique and innovative method. In the past five to six months, the researchers, along with local workers, have successfully lit LED lights using electricity generated from the river’s flow in Keshiari block, Paschim Medinipur district. Their initial success…
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Prof. G. P. Raja Sekhar appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University

Prof. G. P. Raja Sekhar appointed as the Vice-Chancellor of Andhra University

Prof. G. P. Raja Sekhar has an extensive academic background in mathematics and applied sciences. He completed his Ph.D. in Mathematics (Fluid Mechanics) from the University of Hyderabad in 1997, following an M.Phil. in Applied Mathematics (Fluid Mechanics) in 1993, and an M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics in 1992 from the same institution. His foundational education includes a B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from Andhra University in 1990, as well as Intermediate and S.S.C. education from the Andhra Pradesh Board of Intermediate Education and Board of Secondary Education, respectively. With over 27 years and six months of experience in teaching…
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Kshitij 2025: A Journey of Innovation to Excellence

Kshitij 2025: A Journey of Innovation to Excellence

The 22nd edition of Kshitij, Asia’s largest techno-management festival, unfolded a mesmerizing journey from January 17 to 19, 2025, at IIT Kharagpur. This year’s festival stood as a testament to the boundless spirit of innovation, bringing together brilliant minds from across the country for a grand celebration of technology, creativity, and intellect. A Battlefield for Young Innovators Kshitij 2025 was not just an event; it was a fierce arena where over 25 competitions tested the mettle of some of the brightest minds in fields ranging from robotics and AI to finance and engineering. Events like Robowars mesmerized the crowd with…
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