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IIT Kanpur — Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh

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JoSAA 2025 closing ranks for all IIT Kanpur branches — known for Aerospace & research excellence

About IIT Kanpur

IIT Kanpur (Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur), established in 1959, is one of the original five IITs and is consistently ranked among the top 4. Located in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, it follows a liberal arts-influenced curriculum that encourages interdisciplinary learning.

IIT Kanpur is especially known for Aerospace Engineering (with collaboration with ISRO and DRDO), Computer Science, and fundamental sciences. The institute has a strong culture of academic freedom and independent research.

IIT Kanpur offers B.Tech (4-year), B.S. (4-year), and Dual Degree (5-year B.Tech + M.Tech) programs. All admissions are through JoSAA counselling.

IIT Kanpur JoSAA 2025 Closing Ranks (Round 6)

BranchGeneralOBC-NCLSC
CSE B.Tech500270115
Electrical Engg (EE)950510215
Aerospace Engg1,400750315
Mech. Engg2,2001,175495
Chemical Engg3,0001,600675
Civil Engg4,5002,4001,010
Materials Science6,0003,2001,350
Physics B.S.3,5001,870790
Maths & Scientific Comp.700375158
Chemistry B.S.5,0002,6701,125

* Approximate JoSAA 2025 Round 6 data. Use predictor for full branch list and gender-wise ranks.

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Frequently Asked Questions – IIT Kanpur Admission

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1
What rank is needed for IIT Kanpur CSE in 2026?
IIT Kanpur B.Tech CSE had a General category closing rank of approximately 450–500 in JoSAA 2025 Round 6. OBC-NCL closing rank was approximately 250, SC approximately 110. IIT Kanpur is Tier-1 IIT but admits a wider rank range than Bombay/Delhi/Madras for CSE.
2
What is IIT Kanpur best known for academically?
IIT Kanpur is particularly known for Aerospace Engineering (one of the best programs in India), Computer Science, Physics, and Mathematics & Scientific Computing. Its liberal arts elective system and research culture make it popular among academically-inclined JEE toppers.
3
Can I get Aerospace Engineering at IIT Kanpur with rank 1500?
IIT Kanpur Aerospace Engineering had a General category closing rank of approximately 1,200–1,500 in JoSAA 2025. With rank 1,500, it is a realistic option. The department is among the best in India with excellent research and defense/space sector placements.
4
What is the IIT Kanpur ECE closing rank?
IIT Kanpur Electrical Engineering (EE) had a General category closing rank of approximately 850–1,000 in JoSAA 2025. The ECE-focused tracks within EE at IIT Kanpur are competitive. Compare with IIT Roorkee ECE (~2,200) to understand the relative demand.
5
Is IIT Kanpur or IIT Kharagpur better for ranks around 1000?
Both are excellent. IIT Kanpur offers CSE at rank ~500 and better research culture. IIT Kharagpur CSE closes at ~900, making CSE at IIT Kharagpur possible for rank ~1,000. IIT Kanpur EE is accessible at rank ~1,000. Both offer strong placements. Choose based on branch preference.

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Data based on JoSAA 2025 Round 6. JoSAA 2026 has now concluded through Round 5 — official IIT Kanpur 2026 closing ranks are available on our JoSAA 2026 cutoff pages.