Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

The Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, established in 1951 as the first of the IITs, is an Institute of National Importance located in Kharagpur, West Bengal. It is renowned for its excellence in engineering, technology, and scientific research, consistently ranking among the top technical institutions in India. IIT Kharagpur offers a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines including engineering, science, management, and humanities. However, it is important to note that IIT Kharagpur does NOT offer an undergraduate Bachelor of Laws (LLB) program. The institute's Rajiv Gandhi School of Intellectual Property Law (RGSOIPL) offers postgraduate programs such as Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Ph.D. in the specialized field of Intellectual Property Law. Admission to these programs is typically through specific entrance examinations conducted by the school. For its flagship B.Tech programs, admission is based on JEE Advanced ranks, with a minimum of 75% marks in the 12th standard or being in the top 20 percentile of the respective board. IIT Kharagpur is known for its sprawling campus, diverse academic environment, and significant contributions to research and innovation.