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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics 

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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
Overview

Duration

5 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

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Seat breakup

20

Type of University

Public/Government,Autonomous

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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics
 at 
IIT Kanpur 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   How is the placement scenario at IIT Kanpur?
A: 

The institute has not released the placement report incorporating the overall data for the 2024 drive. However, the media reports have disclosed the 2024 placement statistics till Phase I. As per the reports, the average package for the 2024 drive stood at INR 26.27 LPA. The number of international offers was 22 in 2024, which was comparatively lesser than the 2023 phase I placements. The IIT Kanpur placement comparison for the last two years is depicted below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2023) Phase I

Placement Statistics (2024) Phase I

Highest package 

INR 1.90 crore per annum (domestic)

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Total job offers

1,200

989

Average package 

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INR 26.27 LPA 

Students placed

1,128

913

International offers

74

22

PPOs

208

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Total recruiters

250+

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Q:   What is the eligibility for Surge IIT Kanpur Program?
A: 

Students-Undergraduate Research Graduate Excellence (SURGE) is an internship programme of IIT Kanpur. The programme is offered to the three categories - SAARC students, Non-IITK students, and IIT Kanpur students. The eligibility to get the SURGE IIT Kanpur internship may vary depending on the category of the students. The minimum eligibility requires the candidates to complete 3rd of BTech course.

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Q:   How can I apply for BS at IIT Kanpur?
A: 

In order to apply for BS at IIT Kanpur, candidates are required to go through the official application of JEE Main followed by applying for JEE Advanced. The application form is submitted automatically after the successful payment of application fees. Read more details around JEE Main application form and fee 2022 here.

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Q:   How to crack IME IIT Kanpur placement interview?
A: 

To crack IME IIT Kanpur placement interview students can follow the steps given below:

·       Review your resume

·       Practice common interview questions

·       Showcase your strengths

·       Be confident and articulate

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Q:   Does IIT Kanpur provides good packages?
A: 

IIT Kanpur has been providing great packages. The institute has released its MBA packages recorded in recent years. See the table below to know more:

ParticularsMBA Placement Statistics -2023MBA Statistics-2024MBA Statistics-2025
Highest package INR 24 LPAINR 24 LPAINR 36 LPA
Average packageINR 18.14 LPAINR 18.20 LPAINR 17.2 LPA
median PackageINR 17.25 LPAINR 19.90 LPAINR 16.5 LPA
Lowest PackageINR 12.41 LPAINR 12.50 LPANA
Top 50% packageINR 22.20 LPAINR 20.50 LPANA
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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics
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IIT Kanpur 
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M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics
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IIT Kanpur 
Admission Process

    Important Dates

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    COURSE
    IIT JAM
    Jan 13 - Feb 14, 2026
    IIT JAM 2026 Admit Card
    Feb 15, 2026
    IIT JAM 2026 Exam Day
    Feb 22 - 23, 2026
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    M.Sc.+ Ph.D. in Physics
     at 
    IIT Kanpur 
    Cutoffs

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    IIT JAM round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
    Round202020242025
    1-108124
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    1-212401
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    4-294408
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    Students also asked

    Q:   Is it expensive to study BTech at IIT Kanpur?
    A: 

    The total tuition fees for the BTech course at IIT Kanpur is INR 8 L. Eligible students can also avail various scholarship schemes offered by the institute.

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    Q:   How can I get admission in IIT Kanpur?
    A: 

    Check below IIT Kanpur admission process:

    • After the application process is over; students have to go through various selection rounds for final admission. The institute considers the merit of the candidates for MBA and PhD admission. 
    • For BTech, MDes, MSc, BSc and MTech courses, JEE Advanced, IIT JAM CEED and GATE scores are considered for the selection of candidates.
    • Additionally, admission to PhD and MS by Research is based on UGC NET/ CSIR NET and other national-level exam scores.
    • After the exams, JoSAA, COAP and CCMN Counselling are conducted for seat allotment to BTech, M.Tech and MSc courses. However, a merit list is released by the institute for announcing the names of the candidates shortlisted for certificate, PhD and MS by Research courses followed by a counselling round. Candidates need to pay the admission fee to confirm their admission.
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    Q:   How to apply for IIT Kanpur MBA admission?
    A: 

    Check below the steps to apply for IIT Kanpur admission for MBA:

    Step 1: Visit the official website of DoMS IIT Kanpur and click on 'Apply Now' when the applications are available.

    Step 2: Fill in all the personal and educational details in the application form after registration.

    Step 3: Upload the required documents.

    Step 4: Pay the application fee (mentioned in the below table)

    Step 5: Click on the 'Submit' button and submit the application form.

    The application fee for various category students for MBA programme offered at IIT Kanpur is given below:

    CategoryApplication Fee
    GeneralINR 1,600
    SC/ ST/ EWS/ DAP (Differently Abled Person)INR 800

    Documents required to fill MBA application 2024:

    The list of documents to be submitted at the time of application for an MBA at IIT Kanpur is given below:

    • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets & certificates
    • Bachelor's degree mark sheets
    • CAT scorecard
    • Character certificate
    • Work experience letter (if any)
    • Caste certificate (SC/ST/OBC)
    • Letter of recommendations
    • Reference letters
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    Q:   Who is eligible for CAT in IIT Kanpur?
    A: 

    Aspirants must pass BTech or BE or BArch (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in Class 12) or four-year BSc Engineering degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or four-year BSc degree (with Mathematics as one of the subjects), or MSc (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme), or Master of Arts in Economics (with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the UG programme) with at least 60% aggregate (50% aggregate for SC/ ST) or a CPI of 6.0 (5.0 for SC/ ST) on a scale of 10 from any AICTE recognised institute/ university, IITs, NITs, and IIITs to apply for IIT Kanpur MBA course.

    To apply through CAT at IIT Kanpur, candidates need to have a minimum of 85 percentile (55 for SC/ ST candidates).

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    Q:   What is the last date to fill the choices in JoSAA counselling?
    A: 

    The dates for JoSAA counselling 2026 choice filling will be announced once the result of JEE Main 2026 is declared. Candidates can fill choices only during the choice filling period. Also, candidates need to lock their choices before the last date.

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