Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, built up in 1959, is one of the head foundations set up by the Government of India. The point of the Institute is to give significant training, to direct unique research of the most astounding standard and to give initiative in mechanical advancement. 

Vision Statement 

• "To make, disperse and interpret learning in science, building and partnered disciplines that will best serve the general public." 

Statement of purpose 

• "To seek after perfection in training, research and development by 
• Empowering an imaginative and dynamic learning condition, 
• Creating feasible research answers to help the country, 
• Building spans between the scholarly community, industry and society, 
• Cultivating enterprising soul and aptitude, 
• Supporting administration characteristics with feeling of duty and responsibility, and 
• Instilling esteems and morals in idea, articulation and deed."