Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur today enjoys an enviable stature in the world of academia due to its path-breaking high quality research and faculty who continue to explore new research frontiers and make significant strides in their fields. One of the prime forces behind this success is the institute’s alumni and well-wishers who from time-to-time have turned their attention towards supporting the institute and contributing generously. A large number of Faculty Chairs, Research Fellowships have been set up primarily because of the huge support received.

Faculty Chairs have been set up to recognise the outstanding achievements of the faculty who enjoy a reputation for excellence in their research areas thus facilitating in their research. They are usually conferred upon a faculty for a period of three years and may get renewed based on his/her performance and interest.

Faculty Fellowships are awarded under two categories: Young Faculty Fellowships and New Faculty Fellowships. The fellowships are awarded for a period of three years.

The Young Faculty Fellowship is awarded to faculty members below 40 years of age who have demonstrated exceptional promise and achievements in their research areas, while the New Faculty Fellowship is awarded to faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding contributions to research in their respective fields