Cultivating creators of knowledge and innovation
KRITI is an initiative of IIT Kharagpur that seeks to nurture talent and strengthen the research ecosystem across the academic journey.
It is grounded in a simple idea: curiosity, when supported by the right environment, can grow into discovery and, over time, into leadership in science, engineering, and innovation.
Learn more about KRITISchool students discover engineering & science
First research experience at IIT Kharagpur
UG summer research program
Emerging areas of science and engineering
Empowering talent through research access
Visiting scholars & early career researchers
Empowering educators & technologists
"To inspire curiosity, nurture talent, and enable the next generation of researchers and innovators to explore the frontiers of knowledge."
Explore programs across all stages of the academic journey...
A 6-week summer immersion program for school students combining rigorous coursework with hands-on Engineering Design projects.
A highly selective 6-week research internship for school students featuring an academic bootcamp followed by mentored research with IIT KGP faculty.
An 8-week fully funded residential summer research program for undergraduate students from IIT KGP and worldwide.
Short-term thematic schools and workshops at IIT Kharagpur in emerging science, engineering, and related disciplines.
A research fellowship for PG and PhD students from less-resourced institutions, providing access to IIT KGP labs and mentorship.
A 1-2 month residency for early career researchers and young faculty to collaborate with IIT KGP faculty.
An advanced academic immersion for experienced teachers and educators to engage with frontier research at IIT Kharagpur.
Admission Application Process
Overview of Application Procedure
Admission Application Process — Overview of Application Procedure
Create your KRITI account with email verification
Choose the program that matches your profile
Auto-screening based on your academic profile
Complete the multi-section application form
Invite recommenders via secure portal link
Review your complete application before submitting
Monitor your application status and receive updates
KRITI is not just a program — it is a movement to democratize access to world-class research and innovation opportunities for every talented student in India.
Create your KRITI account and apply to one or more programs. Applications are free.
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