IIT Kharagpur offers a robust educational environment with a faculty-to-student ratio of 1:12, ensuring personalized attention. Faculty members, many of whom are alumni, employ diverse teaching methods, including practical field trips. The evaluation system comprises mid-semester and end-semester exams contributing 30% and 50% to final grades, respectively, alongside class tests and assignments. Students are offered internship opportunities starting from the third year, and placements commence from the seventh semester for B.Tech and the ninth semester for dual degree students.
The placement process is strong, attracting over 100 companies, including tech giants like Google and Microsoft. Approximately 80-85% of students secure placements annually, with around 1200-1800 offers. Salary packages range from an average of 15-40 lakh INR to a high of 2.6 crore INR. Internships offer up to 1 lakh INR per month in various fields. The fee structure includes INR 1.5 lakh per semester, covering tuition and hostel expenses, with numerous scholarships available.
Tuition fees are waived for families earning under INR 1 lakh annually, and significant reductions are available for incomes between INR 1-5 lakh. SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fees. The total cost for a B.Tech course is INR 11-12 lakh and INR 14-15 lakh for dual degrees. Hostel fees are INR 40,000 per semester. Scholarships based on merit, income, and qualifications like NTSE or KVPY further assist students financially.
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