
IIT Kanpur Extends Admission Deadlines for Online Programs
The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced an extension for the admission deadlines for its online MTech, MSc, and PG Diploma programs.
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The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced an extension for the admission deadlines for its online MTech, MSc, and PG Diploma programs.

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur is set to launch a new Bachelor of Cybersecurity degree program in 2026, focusing on real-world training and admitting students through a hackathon rather than the JEE Advanced exam.

A new study by researchers from Lancaster University and IIT Kanpur indicates that COVID-19 forced vulnerable Indian households into difficult choices.

An expert team comprising two members each from IIT Kanpur and IIT Madras has been formed to audit the technical systems and workflows of the CBSE portal.

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has announced the launch of four new online MTech programs, with classes scheduled to commence in September.

Following a failed attempt last year, Delhi is once again considering artificial rain, with IIT Kanpur seeking permission to conduct cloud seeding trials between April and June.


IIT Kanpur has reported strong placement figures, with its Computer Science and Engineering department achieving 97% placement and a non-tech department reaching 100% placement.

Nisarga Adhikary, known for flagging vulnerabilities in CBSE's OSM system, stated that his salary at IIT Kanpur is less than he expected, noting he misses the financial advantage of earning in dollars.

An alumnus of IIT Kanpur has pledged $1.15 million towards the establishment of a new Chemical Engineering facility at the institution.
The Indian government has enlisted experts from IITs and PSBs to resolve technical glitches affecting the CBSE portal. These experts will assist in fixing the snag to ensure the portal's smooth operation.

IIT Kanpur has developed BODH AI, an artificial intelligence system designed to make hospital data gathering safer and more secure for patients.

IIT Kanpur is set to strengthen its research capabilities in Artificial Intelligence through a new collaboration with Crisil Limited, aiming to advance innovation in the field.

Professor Rishikesha Krishnan, a distinguished physicist and alumnus of IIT Kanpur and IIM Bangalore, has been appointed as the new Vice-Chancellor of Ashoka University. He previously headed two IIMs.
Nineteen-year-old ethical hacker Nisarg Adhikary, known for identifying security vulnerabilities in CBSE's digital systems, has been appointed as an Open-Source Intelligence and Threat Intelligence Engineer at IIT Kanpur's C3iHub, with the institution explaining the strategic importance of his expertise.

IIT Kanpur has established a helpdesk to guide JEE Advanced qualifiers through the JoSAA Counselling 2026 process.

IIT Madras and IIT Kanpur have been enlisted to address technical challenges within the CBSE portal, following directions issued by the Ministry.

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur has appointed Professor Anil K Lalwani as the inaugural dean of its newly established medical sciences school.

IIT Kanpur is set to host 'Abhivyakti', a tech startup event, starting from March 20.