Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur

Established in 1959, the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, embraces the motto "Lead me from darkness to light." Nestled in Uttar Pradesh, northeastern India, its sprawling campus spans over 1,000 acres, accommodating nearly all students. Emphasizing approachability, the university fosters an environment where faculty are accessible, striving to eliminate fear and awe. Encouraging critical thinking through curiosity-driven learning, undergraduates receive a liberal education, with over half their courses outside their core subject, including management and humanities fields. With a significant focus on research, IIT Kanpur prides itself on providing researchers with autonomy and fostering a non-bureaucratic work culture. Interdisciplinary collaboration thrives through dedicated research centers, tackling diverse projects from disaster monitoring with autonomous drones to cancer diagnosis using special imaging techniques. Strengthening its global ties since the 1960s, the university has established partnerships with esteemed institutions like the California Institute of Technology and the University of Michigan, with faculty earning international accolades such as the Humboldt Research Award and membership in prestigious academies.