Under this program, IIT Kanpur will reserve seats in five departments: Biological Sciences & Bioengineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Economic Sciences, and Mathematics & Statistics.
Candidates can secure admission through this route, with a limited number of seats per department specifically set aside for students who have undergone intensive preparation and training in relevant Olympiad camps.
The initiative provides a unique opportunity for students passionate about these fields to study at one of India’s top institutions, offering an alternative to the traditional JEE (Advanced) pathway, the institute announced.
Eligibility Criteria:
Candidates need to be of the same age as JEE (Advanced) candidates and should have taken their Class XII (or equivalent) exams for the first time in either the year of admission or the year prior, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
Candidates must have attended the relevant Olympiad training camp in the subject for which they are applying.
Selection Process:
The selection process involves two stages. Each department will review applicants based on their Olympiad rankings and shortlist candidates accordingly.
These candidates will then participate in a written examination, which is mandatory, and an interview, if required.
At the Institute level, a selection committee, led by the Dean of Academic Affairs, will consolidate the recommendations from each department to ensure that the admissions process is streamlined, filling all available seats within each department without overlap.
Deadline:
The timeline for this new admission route is set to begin with the call for applications in early March 2025.
The application window will close by the end of March, and departments will conduct their screenings and exams by May in the respective academic years.
Final offers will be extended in June 2025.
“Our Olympiad- based admissions initiative is designed to provide opportunities for the brightest minds who have excelled in international competitions. We are cultivating a diverse academic environment rich in innovation and critical thinking. Our goal is to enhance our academic community with individuals who bring unique perspectives and exceptional analytical skills. Through this initiative, we aim to support and promote innovation in disciplines that are essential to India's growth and global competitiveness," said Prof. Shalabh, Dean of Academic Affairs, IIT Kanpur.
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