B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at IIT Kanpur, Kanpur

4.7 /5

(30 Reviews)

Public/Government Institute
Estd. 1959

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
Overview

At the UG level, IIT Kanpur provides a 4 years B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering course to the students. To get admission to this course, aspiring students must meet the minimum eligibility requirements - 75.0% in 12th. The total cost for this course is INR 800000. Besides tuition fee, students are expected to pay a one-time admission fee of INR 19950. This course offers admission to 104 students. Check out other courses available under B.E. / B.Tech at IIT Kanpur.

Duration	4 years
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
Total Tuition Fees	₹8.00 Lakh
Official Website	Go to Website
Seat breakup	104 View full breakup
Type of University	Public/Government,Autonomous

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
Fees

Fee components	Amount (4 years)
Tuition Fees Tuition fee is calculated on the basis of 1st semester. Actual amount may vary.	₹ 8.00 Lakh
Hostel Fees Hostel fee is calculated on the basis of 1st semester. Actual amount may vary Meal Plan is included in mentioned fee.	₹ 1.02 Lakh
One-time Payment One-time Payment includes Admission Fee and security deposit	₹ 19,950
Total fee	₹ 9.22 Lakh

These are based on information available on various sources. Latest values may differ.

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
Highlights

Students enrolling in the program have the option to change to five-years dual degree program offering B.Tech.+M.Tech. degree from the same or other departments available
Students also have the option to change to five-years dual degree program offering B.Tech.+M.S. degree from the same departments or other departments available
Students also have the option to change to five years dual degree program offering B.Tech.+M.Des./MBA degree from Department of Design/Managment
Students also have the option to opt for the second major, increasing the program duration to five years
Students also have the option to include a minor/specialization in the existing program and it requires no addition of time or credits to a student's regular 4-year Bachelors’ program
Students also have the option to change the existing branch to Engineering Science (Mechanics/Energy, Environment & Climate) for multidisciplinary studies

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What has been the trend for cut off in BTech in Chemical Engineering in IIT Kanpur?

The cutoff trend for BTech at IIT Kanpur has been decreasing in the recent years. In 2022, the closing rank for BTech under General category for all India quota was 4649. In 2023, it decreased to 4344. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 2034 to 2208 for OBC, 1281 to 1139 for SC, 678 to 706 for ST, 762 to 758 for EWS. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for engineering education in India continues to grow. Similar cut off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.

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Q: What is the highest salary offered for IIT Kanpur BTech programme?

IIT Kanpur has not released course-wise placements information so far for 2022-23 Phase-I placements (which got over in December). According to media reports, phase 1 of the placement session 2022-23 concluded with 1,200 job offers received from over 250 companies. IIT Kanpur the highest package (domestic) stood at INR 1.9 crore per annum. The recruitment drive witnessed 74 international offers and 208 PPOs and a total of 1,198 students accepted the job offers. Further, 33 students received packages of above INR 1 crore per annum during IIT Kanpur placements 2023. For more details on IIT Kanpur placements, click here.

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Q: Can I get admission in IIT Kanpur in BTech if my rank is between 0 and 5000?

The cut off rank in Round 6 for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering is 238 which is very close to this range. This was for general category under All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one can not afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut offs keep changing from round to round, better ranks definitely increases your chances of getting admission in IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology.

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Q: Which is the best BTech branch at IIT Kanpur?

For Computer Science and Engineering (General category), the cutoff has seen a fluctuating trend over the past three years. While in 2019, the closing cutoff rank of last round stood at 217, the closing rank for 2020 was a little less competitive (stood at 239). But in 2021, it again became more competitive and stood at 216. Alternatively, for Chemical Engineering, the cutoff has seen a deteriorating trend for the past three years. For more details regarding IIT Kanpur cutoff, check out this link. Additionally, based on the data collated from some unofficial sources, the 2022 average package was the highest for the BTech CSE branch among overall and EEE specialisations. The same can be checked in the below table:

Course	IIT Kanpur Placements 2022 - Average Package
BTech (overall)	INR 33.53 LPA
BTech CSE	INR 42.89 LPA
BTech ECE	INR 29.57 LPA

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Q: Can I get admission for BTech at IIT Kanpur without JEE?

Admission to the BTech programme at IIT Kanpur is entrance exam-based, i.e., based on JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced scores. Candidates seeking admission to BTech can not get admission to IIT Kanpur with only the scores of JEE Main. JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counselling is the final selection criteria followed by the institute. However, to be eligible for the BTech programme, students are required to have passed their Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate with Science subjects (i.e., Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics). Read on to know more around IIT Kanpur BTech course.

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
Entry Requirements

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Candidate must satisfy at least one of the following two criteria with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as compulsory subjects in the year of first appearance in the Class XII (or equivalent examination), i.e. in either 2023 or 2024: Candidate must have passed class 12th or equivalent examination with a minimum of five subjects and with the mentioned marks in aggregate (65% for PwD candidates) from a recognized board. OR Candidate must have passed class 12th or equivalent examination with minimum of five subjects and be within the category-wise (category as per the central list) top 20 percentile of successful candidates in their respective Class XII (or equivalent) board examination. Other mandatory Criteria: Candidate who had appeared in Class 12th or equivalent examination for the first time in 2022 or earlier, are NOT eligible to appear irrespective of the combination or number of subjects attempted/offered. However, if the exam Board of Class 12th or equivalent declared the results for the academic year 2021-22 on or after September 21, 2022, then the candidates of that Board who appeared for their Class 12th or equivalent exam in 2022 are also eligible appear in JEE (Advanced) 2024, provided they meet all the other eligibility criteria. In case the exam Board of class 12th or equivalent declared the results for the academic year 2021-22 before September 21, 2022 but the result of a particular candidate was withheld, then the candidate will not be eligible to appear in JEE (Advanced) 2024. NOTE: List of Qualifying Examinations (QE): - The final examination of the 10+2 system, conducted by a Central or State Board recognized by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU). - Intermediate or two-year Pre-University examination conducted by a Board or University recognized by the Association of Indian Universities. - Final examination of the two-year course of the Joint Services Wing of the National Defence Academy. - Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling with a minimum of five subjects. - Any Public School, Board or University examination in India or in a foreign country recognized as equivalent to the 10+2 system by the AIU. - H.S.C. vocational examination. - In case the Class XII examination is not a public examination, the candidate must have passed at least one public (Board or Pre-University) examination earlier.
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Candidates should be among the top 2,50,000 successful candidates (including all categories) in B.E./B.Tech. paper of JEE (Main) 2024. Candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1999. SC, ST, and PwD candidates should have been born on or after October 1, 1994. Candidates who have been admitted to a preparatory course in any of the IITs for the first time in 2023 can appear in JEE (Advanced) 2024. The candidates who were allocated a seat in an IIT through JoSAA 2023 but (i) did not report “online” / at any “reporting centre” OR, (ii) withdrew before the last round of seat allotment, OR, (iii) had their seat cancelled (for whatever reason) before the last round of seat allotment for IITs, are eligible to appear for JEE (Advanced) 2024.

Counselling
Admission is through counseling based on the rank obtained in JEE Advanced.

B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur
Cutoffs

Gender

Quota

JEE Advanced round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)

Round	2022	2023	2024
1	4413	4097	3903
2	4429	4207	3911
3	4429	4208	3911
4	4441	4208	3911
5	4441	4208	4015
6	4649	4344	-

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
at
IIT Kanpur

Seats

104

Total Seats Available

Break-up by category	Seats
General	36
OBC	20
SC	10
FN	7
ST	6

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Companies like Microsoft, Flipkart, Amazon, etc., and many banks visited our college and recruited students.

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2024

Offered by IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology

4.6

5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Never ending IIT journey .

Placements: Total students in my course were approximately 120, and the highest package is about 35 Lacs and the lowest is 12 Lacs, and my top recruiting company is Core in Dr. Reddy and many more, and max 90 people go for the internship, and roles are in a varied variety of data analysts, software development, and so on.

Infrastructure: IIT has every facility to live in there; they have sports facilities, Wi-Fi, a computer center, a swimming pool, badminton courts, basketball, and every hostel has it too; they also have gyms. Also, a lot of the things are more cool stuff and all are in perfect condition .

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful in college; they tried to explain each and every concept related to the subject, and they want you too get to explore deeply in the subject. IIT has a fast semester of 3 months, and papers are held that get finished in a week, so it is more relaxing.

Other: I choose chemical engineering because of the interest in chemistry, and also because placement is good, and I was very much free and can explore in every field because it was not too hectic. Course papers also come easy, and the faculty is too good, and the events held in the department and festivals happening in college are also too good.

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2024Read More

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2025

Offered by IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology

5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Strict curriculum, good infrastructure, very good placement record with the highest package 4 crore.

Placements: The placement record of IIT Kanpur is great; in the recession, almost all UG students were placed. Companies like Google, Amazon and startups come for placements. In my department, students go into SDE, consultancy, and product management profiles; very few opt for the core profile. Core companies like Dr. Reddy's Lab and Vedanta also come. The average package in chemical engineering is 20 lacs per year. Placement records are very good but internship opportunities in chemical engineering are quite limited. Core companies hire interns; other companies also hire interns, but circuital branches get more preference. Almost 55% of my department students didn't get internships, but the good thing is that almost all got placed.

Infrastructure: It's a residential campus, and hostels are quite good. The food quality is also fine. Different clubs are here based on interest Students can join music club dance club, programming club robotics clubs, etc. We have grounds for different sports, such , cricket, hockey, football, etc. A swimming pool is also available. The hotel itself has playgrounds. You get medical insurance up to Rs 1 lakh per year at IIT Kanpur. The whole campus has Wi-Fi, and all academic buildings and labs have air conditioning. All classrooms have projector. All labs are good and well maintained.

Faculty: Professors are well qualified with Ph.D.s and postdocs from recognized universities. You can clear your doubts in class, or you can visit the professor's office or lab. The curriculum is updated every 10 years. Review council forms and make necessary changes to the curriculum. All labs are mandatory, so students have practical knowledge. We have 1 midterm exam and 2–8 quizzes generally taken; they may be surprise or unannounced. If you attend regular lectures, you will definitely score well. The grading system is relatively simple.

Other: 3 major festivals are conducted every year: 1. Antaragni (Media and culture fest) 2. Udghosh (Sports fest) 3. Techkriti (Technology and Entrepreneurship fest) .

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024Read More

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2026

Offered by IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology

3.6

4Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

The reality of IIT Kanpur.

Placements: In my department, approximately 90% of placements occur on campus. The highest package this time offered was 85 LPA, the lowest was 10 LPA, and the average was 19 LPA. Dr. Reddy and Axxella are the main recruiters during the placements in our course. The internship number is not so good but around 50% of students get the internship. I have no idea about the role but it depends on which area students want to go to.

Infrastructure: In my department, there is a separate chemical engineering building and lab, which are similar to industries but on a very small level. In the labs, you will find too many desktops, and Wi-Fi is always there and we have Asia's second-largest library in IIT Kanpur. The hostel quality is good but it remains good in the first year only and after the first year, the quality of the rooms is not so good. And in every hall, there is a canteen and a gym. In the whole of IIT Kanpur, there is only one medical center.

Faculty: The faculty and teachers are very helpful but not all of them. There is always some teacher who does not push the students. Most of the professors are well-educated and good. Teaching done on the smart board so teaching quality is very good. Yes, the courses that we have studied can make one 90% ready to join the industry. Semester exam are always very tough in IIT Kanpur and very rigorous.

Other: I chose this course on the basis of my rank and the main thing is that this college is close to my hometown so I chose this course here. The campus life is good; you will find fests, clubs and sports in which you can participate according to your hobby.

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024Read More

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2026

Offered by IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology

4.2

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Gyaan Of IIT Kanpur for Chemical Engineers.

Placements: In 2024, the placement statistics are very poor due to online studying and the skill gap it has created, exacerbated by the recession. Some companies did not participate in campus placements, and those that did made very few offers compared to usual. This year, the placement rate is around 70%. The highest package was 2.2 CPA for the quant profile, and the average package in our department is 19 LPA. Companies like Texas Instruments, Samsung, SAP Labs, Dr. Reddy, Axella, Quadye, Rubrik, Blitzz, etc. participated in the placements in 2024. Around 50% of students secured internships from our college, which is a smaller number compared to previous years.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our labs and department building is magnificent and high-tech. Wi-Fi is available everywhere, even across the entire campus. The library is old and very spacious; around 1500 students can sit comfortably in the fully air-conditioned library. The quality of my hostel is as good as it was in the first year since my hall and the first year are the same, but the quality of other halls is not up to par. They lack good infrastructure and proper painting. There is a canteen in every hall, although in some halls, the canteen is absent.

Faculty: Yes, the teachers are well-qualified and knowledgeable. Most professors have studied abroad and then returned here to teach, so they are well-versed in their fields. However, some teachers lack effective teaching skills. I would rate the curriculum at 3 out of 5 because it does not fully prepare us for industry standards. The difficulty of exams varies greatly depending on the professors; exams are conducted weekly, with no mid-semester or end-semester exams.

Other: One notable aspect is that we do not choose our courses based on preference; rather, they are allocated based on our rank, and then we select from the available options. I chose this college because it's close to my home, and the average package for my course is 19 LPA, which influenced my decision. The course curriculum is demanding, with lab sessions three days a week, each lasting three hours, which can be quite taxing. Antaragni is a cultural festival; Techkriti is a tech festival; and Udghosh is a sports festival. These are the main festivals held annually. Scholarships available include MCM, which covers the entire tuition fee, and Reliance Scholarships, which require a payment of INR 50,000 for every semester.

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024Read More

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2027

Offered by IIT Kanpur - Indian Institute of Technology

4.4

4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Good placements in chemical engineering.

Placements: The placement record in chemical engineering at IIT Kanpur is strong as compared to other IITs. About 90% of students got placed last year with an average package of 19 LPA and a median package of 17.6 LPA. The highest is 65 LPA and the lowest is around 10 LPA. Various renowned companies in sectors like petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, energy, consulting, and more actively participate in the placement process. About 30% of students got internships in their third year at some big companies like Microsoft and TCS.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure in the chemical engineering department is good. It has all the well-equipped labs and machines to help with your experiments. All the labs and classrooms have 24-hour Wi-Fi and air-conditioned facilities. The library of IIT Kanpur is famous as the PK Kelkar library, which is huge in size and silent. Mess food is better than other foods. They have all the sports and games facilities, which are open all day and night.

Faculty: Teachers are highly qualified and knowledgeable. Most of them completed their Masters and PhDs from the most reputed international universities. They teach awesomely in the class but we have to again take a look at the notes to clearly understand the topic. The grading system is here. Students have to do rigorous study a week before the exams.

Other: Scholarships are good here. There are some on the basis of your parental income and some on the basis of your academic scores. Campus is lunch green and campus life is enjoyable. Fests are awesome.

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2023Read More

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering
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IIT Kanpur

Students also asked

Q: Can we get direct admission in IIT Kanpur?

No, IIT Kanpur only offers merit-based admission for all the courses. It accepts JEE Advanced scores for admission to BTech. Candidates are required to qualify JEE Main exam prior to appearing for JEE Advanced. Apart from its flagship programme, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Kanpur) offers BSc, BS, MTech, MSc, MDes, MBA, along with a few Dual Degree programmes. Admission to all courses is based on scores obtained in the entrance examinations such as GATE, IIT JAM, CEED and CAT. Along with UG and PG courses, IIT Kanpur also offers PhD in various specialisations, admisison to which again is entrance-based.

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Q: Does IIT Kanpur offer a BSc degree?

IIT Kanpur offers a four-year BS degree (Bachelor of Science) which is also referred to as BSc by many. At the undergraduate level, IIT Kanpur offers this programme in full-time and it provides both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of Science. Available across six specialisations, admission to this programme is entrance exam-based (JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced).

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Q: Which exam do I need to write to pursue BS from IIT Kanpur?

Candidates seeking admission to BS at IIT Kanpur must have a valid score in JEE Main, JEE Advanced and go through JoSAA counselling for final admission. Admission is completely entrance exam-based and candidates seeking admission can not get into IIT Kanpur with only the scores of JEE Main. JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counselling is the mandatory requirement. Additionally, to be eligible for the BSc programme, students are required to have passed their Class 12 with at least 75% aggregate with Science subjects (i.e., Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics).

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Q: Is IIT Kanpur good for Ph.D.?

{Source: Ph.D. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and testimonials provided, here's what stands out:

* Research Opportunities: IIT Kanpur offers excellent research opportunities, with over 90-100% of research scholars able to secure positions as professors or postdoctoral fellows, either in India or abroad.
* Faculties: The faculty members are top-notch, with most having completed their post-doctorates from renowned institutions. Teachers are described as "amazing", "helpful", and "kind".
* Infrastructure: The institute has modern facilities, including modern classrooms, projectors, TVs, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The campus lab is equipped with necessary equipment, and the library has a vast collection of books.
* Placement: While the focus is on academic excellence, IIT Kanpur's placement record is impressive, with top companies like Microsoft, Reliance, and Goldman Sachs recruiting students. The highest package offered is around INR24 lakhs, while the average package is around INR16 lakhs.
* Supportive Environment: The institute fosters a supportive environment, encouraging students to excel academically and professionally. This includes providing industry tours, internships, and guidance from experienced faculty members.

However, it's essential to note that:

* Semester Exams: Seminars exams are challenging, and students must put in significant effort to prepare.
* Tuition Fee: The tuition fee may seem high to some, although the institute claims it is reasonable compared to other similar institutions.

Overall, IIT Kanpur appears to be an excellent choice for pursuing a Ph.D., offering a rich research environment, world-class faculties, and promising placement prospects. However, prospective students should carefully consider the challenges associated with completing a Ph.D. programme and weigh the pros and cons accordingly.

Here's a summary of key points:

* Excellent research opportunities
* Top-notch faculties
* Modern infrastructure
* Impressive placement records
* Supportive environment
* Challenging semester exams
* Reasonable tuition fees

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Q: How can I get admission in IIT Kanpur?

Check below IIT Kanpur admission process:

After the application process is over; students have to go through various selection rounds for final admission. The institute considers the merit of the candidates for MBA and PhD admission.
For BTech, MDes, MSc, BSc and MTech courses, JEE Advanced, IIT JAM CEED and GATE scores are considered for the selection of candidates.
Additionally, admission to PhD and MS by Research is based on UGC NET/ CSIR NET and other national-level exam scores.
After the exams, JoSAA, COAP and CCMN Counselling are conducted for seat allotment to BTech, M.Tech and MSc courses. However, a merit list is released by the institute for announcing the names of the candidates shortlisted for certificate, PhD and MS by Research courses followed by a counselling round. Candidates need to pay the admission fee to confirm their admission.

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