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Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur

Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur ranks #285 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 90.29 out of 100. It ranks #4 nationally.

| Global Rank 285 | Overall Score 90.29 |
Recognized, Verified

Top Country #4

Top Asia #53

Top World #285

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About Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is recognized for its strong focus on engineering and technology education. The institute's vibrant campus life encourages collaboration and innovation among its diverse student body. IIT Kanpur's commitment to research, particularly in engineering and applied sciences, enhances its academic offerings. As a UNIRANKS Elite University, IIT Kanpur is dedicated to providing a high-quality educational experience. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
90.29
Global Rank
#285
Regional Rank
#53
Country Rank
#4

Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

92.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

93 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

90 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

85 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

88 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

87 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

91 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

90 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

87 / 100

Institutional Awards

86 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

84 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

89 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

90 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

93 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

95 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

91 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

88 / 100

Quality of Employment

92 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

91 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

90 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

92 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

89 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

88 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

87 / 100

International Student Support

83 / 100

International Students & Faculty

85 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

82 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

84 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

90 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

88 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

89 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

94 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

92 / 100

Research Output & Scale

95 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

91 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

84 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

90 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

85 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

87 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

89 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

85 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

91 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

88 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

90 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

89 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

90 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

88 / 100

Student Support Services

86 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

87 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

88 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

84 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

85 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

87 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

86 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

86 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

90 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

88 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

85 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

91 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

85 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

90 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

89 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

86 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

88 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

86 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

87 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

91 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

87 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

89 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

88 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

90 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

88 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

86 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

88 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

89 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

87 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

85 / 100

Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur Historical Rankings

Explore Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Indian Institute of Technology IIT Kanpur

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1980NA#685
1981NA#685
1982NA#688
1983NA#689
1984NA#690
1985NA#693
1986NA#653
1987NA#653
1988NA#637
1989NA#653
1990NA#634
1991NA#653
1992NA#653
1993NA#690
1994NA#653
1995NA#653
1996NA#653
1997NA#640
1998NA#653
1999NA#653
2000NA#698
2001NA#717
2002NA#695
2003NA#694
2004NA#704
2005NA#693
2006NA#702
2007NA#701
2008NA#690
2009NA#689
2010NA#698
2011NA#697
2012NA#704
2013NA#695
2014NA#702
2015NA#683
2016NA#693
2017NA#699
2018NA#699
2019NA#723
2020NA#719
2021NA#739
202386#462
202485.57#462
202584.83#459
202684.83#459
202790.29#285

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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