IIT-Kanpur gives direct entry to 5 Olympiad achievers
IIT-Madras has also launched distinct admission pathways, including Sports Excellence Admission (SEA) and Science Olympiad Excellence Admissions (SCOPE). Recently, IIT-Gandhinagar also announced admissions through the Olympiad route, with specific criteria and guidelines published on its site. IIT-Bombay has also announced to admit students into its BS Mathematics programme through the Indian National Mathematical Olympiad (INMO) pathway.
Talking to TOI, IIT-K director Prof Manindra Agrawal said: "We are happy to note that five students have been admitted through the Olympiad programme at IIT-Kanpur. We initiated this channel to admit bright students who may not be able to do well in JEE Advanced due to their preoccupation with Olympiad training."
"We hope that this will motivate our bright students to train seriously for the Olympiad and bring laurels to the country," Prof Agrawal said.
Last Nov, IIT-Kanpur pioneered an alternative admission route, allowing students to join its programmes based on exceptional performance in prestigious international Science Olympiads. The eligible competitions include International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), International Physics Olympiad (IPO), International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO), International Biology Olympiad (IBO) and International Olympiad in Informatics (IOI).
This innovative approach recognizes and rewards global talent in specific subjects.
Under this programme, IIT-K offers reserved seats in five departments: Biological Sciences & Bioengineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Economic Sciences, and Mathematics & Statistics. Admission through this route will allow a limited number of seats per department specifically for students who have undergone rigorous preparation and training in relevant Olympiad camps.
The five selected candidates hail from diverse regions, with two students each from West Bengal and one each from Delhi, Maharashtra, and Karnataka. Notably, two candidates were selected from the International Olympiad in Informatics Training Camp (IOITC), while the remaining three were chosen from the International Mathematical Olympiad Training Camp (IMOTC).
Eligibility for this pathway requires candidates to be of the same age as JEE (Advanced) candidates and to have taken their class 12 (or equivalent) exams for the first time in either the year of admission or the year prior, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
Candidates must have attended the relevant Olympiad training camp in the subject for which they are applying. Those who were previously admitted to IITs via JoSAA or had an IIT admission cancelled are not eligible.
The selection process involves two stages. Initially, each department will review applicants based on their Olympiad rankings and shortlist candidates accordingly. These candidates will then participate in a written examination, which is mandatory, and an interview, if required.
Prof Shalabh, dean of academic affairs, IIT-K, said, "We are cultivating a diverse academic environment rich in innovation and critical thinking. Our goal is to enhance our academic community with individuals who bring unique perspectives and exceptional analytical skills. Through this initiative, we aim to support and promote innovation in disciplines that are essential to India's growth and global competitiveness.
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