IIT Bhubaneswar

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IIT Bhubaneswar is a premier engineering and technology institute in India, renowned for its rigorous academic programs and strong emphasis on research and innovation within the prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology system. It excels particularly in fields like Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering, as well as Earth, Ocean & Climate Sciences. For international students, the university offers a vibrant English-taught curriculum and support through its International Relations office, assisting with admissions, visas, and cultural integration. While specific dedicated international summer schools are common across IITs, the institute actively promotes exchange programs and provides a welcoming environment. Its distinctive characteristic is its modern, green campus located in Bhubaneswar, a city known as the 'Temple City of India,' offering a unique blend of ancient heritage and contemporary development.

Background

Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar or IITBbs) is a public technical university established by the government of India in 2008, located at Kansapada village, Khordha district, Odisha, India. It is located 24 km south of Bhubaneswar and 4 km from Jatni, but is named after Bhubaneswar. The institute admits students for bachelor's and master's programs via JEE Advanced and Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering respectively. The permanent campus at Kansapada, Khordha District was inaugurated by prime minister Narendra Modi on 24 December 2018. The area of research are science, engineering and humanities.

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