Department of Chemical Engineering

The Department of Chemical Engineering at IIT Kanpur is a beacon of education, research, and innovation. The legacy of academic rigor and global relevance has nurtured leaders shaping industry, academia, and entrepreneurship, pioneering future-ready, data-driven, and computational approaches.

To sustain this momentum the Department of Chemical Engineering invites alumni and well-wishers to partner in a set of transformative initiatives focused on talent, infrastructure, and innovation.

Key Initiatives

1

State-of-the-Art High-Performance Computing Facility

Will support advanced simulation, machine learning, and large-scale data analytics, reinforcing the department's national leadership in computational chemical engineering.

Target: ₹5,00,00,000
2

Teaching Chair in Honor of Prof. S.K. Gupta

Recognizes excellence in teaching core courses and mentorship, honouring the distinguished legacy of Prof. S.K. Gupta, whose influence shaped generations of engineers.

Target: ₹1,25,00,000
3

Dedicated Start-up Support for New Faculty

Empowers young scholars to establish vibrant research programs and pursue high-impact ideas from day one, driving transformative and impactful innovation.

Target: ₹1,25,00,000
4

Endowment for Student Innovation Lab Projects

Will strengthen hands-on learning by supporting experimental, student-led initiatives and integrating innovation and entrepreneurship into the curriculum.

Target: ₹1,00,00,000
5

PhD Travel Awards

Will enable exceptional doctoral students to present their research at leading international conferences, strengthening global visibility and fostering meaningful academic collaborations.

Target: ₹1,00,00,000

Impact of Your Contribution

Enables world-class research and attracts top global faculty
Empowers PhD students with international networks
Strengthens teaching, mentorship, and leadership
Advances AI-driven chemical engineering breakthroughs
Cultivates problem-solvers and entrepreneurs

Every contribution counts. Together, we'll propel IIT Kanpur's Chemical Engineering to new heights.