Indian Institute Of Information Technology, Kalyani

Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kalyani (IIIT Kalyani) is an Indian Institute of Information Technology located at Kalyani, West Bengal and is one of the 31 IIIT'S set up by government of India. The institute was set up by the Government of India Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of West Bengal and industry partners ( Coal India and Rolta) using the not-for-profit Public Private Partnership (N-PPP) model, at a ratio of 50:35:15 respectively between three parties. Admission to IIIT Kalyani is done on the basis of the marks obtained in JEE Main. IIIT Kalyani has been attributed the status of Institute of National Importance (INI) by the cabinet in March 2017 under the IIIT Act. Virendra Kumar Tewari (Director, IIT Kharagpur) was the Mentor-Director for IIIT, Kalyani and IIT Kharagpur is the mentor institute.

History

The classes started from the first week of July 2014 under the mentorship of IIEST Shibpur, from the temporary campus located at the campus of JIS College of Engineering. On 19 August 2014, the official inauguration of the institute was done by the former mentor director Ajoy Kumar Ray, the director of IIEST Shibpur. The mentorship was passed on to IIT Kharagpur in 2017 and the institute has since been operating from a transit campus at Webel IT Park.

Campus

On 30 June 2015 Hon'ble Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee laid the foundation stone of the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) campus in Kalyani. The campus is being built on 50 acres on Kalyani Expressway on the outskirts of Kalyani town.
In October 2021 Board of Governors sanctioned ₹144 Crore for construction of new campus of the Institute.

Organisation and administration

Governance

The institute is run by the Board of Governors of IIIT Kalyani whose members include the representatives of Government of India (MHRD), Government of West Bengal, industry partners and eminent people from academia, industry and civil society. Prof. Santanu Chattopadhyay has taken charge as the Director of the Institute on 16 December 2020 bringing his expertise from IIT Kharagpur, where he was a Professor in the Department of Electronics and Electrical Communication Engineering and Associate Dean. His vision emphasizes the institute’s role in advancing IT education and research to contribute to India’s socio-economic development.

Academic Units

* Computer science and engineering
* Electronics and Communication Engineering
* Humanities
* Mathematics
* Physics

Research and Innovation

IIIT Kalyani has established itself as a hub for research in information technology and related fields. Faculty and students are actively involved in cutting-edge research projects funded by government agencies and industry partners. Notable research initiatives include Real-Time Prediction of Signal Strength and Atmospheric Losses Using Machine Learning for 4G LTE and 5G Communication, AI for Agriculture & Food Sustainability, Development of Cryptanalysis Tools for Hamming Metric Post-Quantum Code-Based Cryptosystems, Automated Helmet Detection for Motorcyclists from Traffic Surveillance Videos Using Deep Convolutional Neural Network.

The institute hosts specialized laboratories, including the VLSI Lab, 5G Lab, Computing Lab, and Sensors for Healthcare and Environmental Monitoring (SHE) Lab, to support research and innovation. Faculty members, described as young and dynamic, engage in both teaching and research, fostering a vibrant academic environment.

Academics

The academic structure of IIIT Kalyani exhibits the diversity, comprehensiveness and depth befitting an institution of its age and stature. The programs/courses offered at the Institute have the flexibility to evolve and change in response to new requirements and serve the dual purpose of building a solid foundation of knowledge while enhancing confidence, creativity and innovation among the students. A unique attribute of IIIT Kalyani's academic structure is the autonomy enjoyed by the faculty in designing and structuring their curriculum and courses. While there are no individual departments, the basic academic units deliver the respective courses. Some courses are offered jointly by multiple academic units and are classified as interdisciplinary courses. A favorable student-teacher ratio ensures productive, personal contact between the student and the teacher. The credit-based academic programs of the Institute offer flexibility to students to progress at their own pace.

Undergraduate Programs

Presently, IIIT Kalyani is offering B.Tech (CSE) program with 118 seats, B.Tech. (ECE) program with 60 seats, this is the flagship program, focusing on areas like deep learning, machine learning, and blockchain.

Postgraduate Programmes

M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science an online program introduced in 2021, tailored for working professionals to meet industry demands in AI, data science, and related fields.
M.Tech in Advanced Communication Systems and Signal Processing also introduced in 2021, this program focuses on cutting-edge communication technologies.
Executive M.Tech offered for working professionals, with admissions based on an in-house entrance test.

Doctoral Programs

Ph.D. programs (full-time and part-time) in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Physics (Space and Atmospheric Sciences), and Mathematics. Admissions are based on entrance tests and interviews conducted twice a year (January and July).
The institute also offers certificate programs, such as AICTE-QIP-PG Certificate Programmes in Blockchain and Cybersecurity, and Energy, Sustainability, and Climate Change.

Student Life

The Indian Institute of Information Technology Kalyani (IIIT Kalyani) is more than just an institution; it's a vibrant ecosystem where technology meets camaraderie, fostering a unique student experience. Nestled in the tranquil yet dynamic town of Kalyani, the institute offers a blend of rigorous academics and enriching extracurricular activities, shaping well-rounded individuals.

IIIT Kalyani fosters a vibrant student community through clubs like the Google Developer Student Club, SEAL (Robotics Club), and Udaan (Literary Club). Events such as Hacktoberfest workshops, Arduino programming sessions, and debates like “Take a Stand” encourage critical thinking and innovation. The temporary campus at WEBEL IT Park offers facilities like hostels, a cafeteria, labs, a library, medical services, and sports amenities, including access to Kalyani Stadium for badminton, volleyball, and other sports.

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Universities and colleges in Nadia district
Kalyani, West Bengal
Educational institutions established in 2014
2014 establishments in West Bengal