IIT Kanpur Orientation Programme 2026: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur started the orientation programme 2026 from July 22 onwards, marking its Day 4 on Saturday. A dedicated 'Parents' Orientation' was also conducted on Wednesday, featuring sessions by the institute leadership on academics, student life, placements, and well-being.
On the first day, students were welcomed by IIT Kanpur Director Manindra Agrawal and other faculty members who shared insights on making the most of an engineering education, as per the official information.
Dr Alok Bajpai, Head-Clinical, CMHW, shared valuable insights on the topic 'Parenting from a Distance', followed by an interactive question and answer session.
On the second day of the undergraduate orientation programme, students explored the opportunities that make life at IIT Kanpur truly unique, the institute stated on its official X handle.
The activities on Day 2 included: letter to yourself, welcome kit distribution, an introduction to Harlem Shake & Reel2Real, followed by group activities, ID card issuance, interactions with student bodies, and laboratory tours, offering a glimpse of life beyond the classroom.
On the same day, IIT Kanpur also welcomed its incoming postgraduate students, marking the beginning of their journey at the institute.
On the third day, the undergraduate students continued their orientation through academic sessions, ID card issuance, interactive activities, interactions with the Board of Counselling, laboratory tours, counsellor interactions, and gaining deeper insights into academics, student support systems, and campus life.
On Day 4 of Orientation 2026, IIT Kanpur freshers continued with engaging sessions and activities designed to help students settle into campus life and make the most of their IIT Kanpur experience, the institute stated.
The undergraduate students participated in group activities, including ID card registration, laboratory tours, and an introduction to the students' gymkhana, offering them a glimpse into the vibrant student life and opportunities beyond academics.