Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Technology for Handicapped (AITH), Kanpur, is a government technical institute set up in 1997 under the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995. It is affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The institute has AICTE approval and recognition under the UGC 2(f) Act, 1956.

AITH Kanpur is not currently listed in the NIRF Engineering rankings. It is among the few AICTE-approved government engineering colleges in India created specifically to provide technical education to students with disabilities. Its campus at Awadhpuri, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, 208024, is next to Rama Dental College.

The campus has been designed as a barrier-free space with ramps, accessible laboratories and disability-adapted hostels. General-category students pay INR 3.27 Lakhs for the complete four-year B.Tech course, while divyang students pay only INR 77,350 in general fees because tuition is waived. The three-year Diploma fee is INR 11,530. Recent B.Tech placement figures include a highest package of INR 19 LPA and an average package of INR 4 LPA. Recruiters include TCS, Wipro, L and T, and Aditya Birla Group.

  • B.Tech, 4 years: Students can choose Computer Science and Engineering, CSE in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Biotechnology.
    • Every branch admits 60 students, and 60% of the seats are reserved for divyang candidates.
  • Diploma, 2 to 3 years: The available programmes are Computer Science and Engineering, Architectural Assistantship, and Modern Office Management.
    • Each programme has 40 seats, all reserved exclusively for divyang candidates.
  • Eligible Diploma holders can enter the three-year B.Tech through lateral entry, while eligible ITI holders can apply for the two-year Diploma lateral-entry route.
Admission Update: Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session are in progress. Candidates who receive a seat must report to the allotted institute with their original documents according to the applicable schedule.

AITH Admission Dates 2026

B.Tech admission for the 2026-27 session is managed through UPTAC counselling, while Diploma seats are filled through JEECUP counselling. The respective state admission authorities conduct these counselling processes under AKTU.

EventDate
Start of the academic session for all programmesNovember 2026 (tentative)

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

The accepted entrance examination and counselling route depend on the programme selected by the student.

CourseExam AcceptedRegistration or Counselling Portal
B.Tech, all six branchesJEE MainUPTAC, uptac.admissions.nic.in
B.Tech Lateral EntryUPSEE LateralUPTAC Lateral Counselling
Diploma in CSE and Architectural AssistantshipJEECUPjeecup.admissions.nic.in
Diploma in Modern Office ManagementJEECUPjeecup.admissions.nic.in
Diploma Lateral EntryJEECUP Lateraljeecup.admissions.nic.in

AITH Courses and Fees

AITH Kanpur runs six B.Tech branches and three Diploma programmes in engineering and applied technology. Divyang students do not pay tuition fees, which substantially reduces their total course cost.

CourseDurationEligibilityTotal Fees for General Category
B.Tech CSE4 years10+2 with PCM, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
B.Tech CSE, AI and ML4 years10+2 with PCM, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
B.Tech IT4 years10+2 with PCM, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
B.Tech Electronics Engineering4 years10+2 with PCM, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
B.Tech Chemical Engineering4 years10+2 with PCM or PCB, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
B.Tech Biotechnology4 years10+2 with PCM or PCB, 45% and JEE MainINR 3.27 Lakhs
Diploma in CSE3 yearsClass 10 with 35% and JEECUPINR 11,530
Diploma in Architectural Assistantship3 yearsClass 10 with 35% and JEECUPINR 11,530
Diploma in Modern Office Management2 yearsGraduation and JEECUPINR 8,070

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

For a four-year B.Tech, divyang students pay INR 77,350 as general and administrative charges because their tuition fee is fully waived. Diploma courses also have no tuition charge. The stated INR 11,530 for the three-year Diploma covers only general and examination fees.

AITH Admission Process

Admission routes at AITH depend on the course. B.Tech applicants use JEE Main scores and UPTAC counselling, whereas Diploma applicants participate in JEECUP counselling. Separate counselling routes apply to lateral-entry candidates.

B.Tech Admission

AKTU conducts B.Tech admissions through centralised UPTAC counselling. Applicants must pass 10+2 or an equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. The minimum aggregate is 45%, reduced to 40% for SC, ST and other reserved-category applicants. A valid JEE Main score is compulsory.

  • AITH sets aside 60% of its B.Tech seats for divyang candidates covered by the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. This includes orthopaedic, visual, hearing and other notified disability categories.
  • The process includes registering for JEE Main, completing UPTAC registration, entering course choices online, receiving a seat allotment, verifying documents at the reporting centre and paying the required fee.
  • Anyone applying under the divyang reservation must present a current disability certificate issued by a competent government medical authority during document verification.

For CSE and IT, UPTAC closing ranks at AITH commonly lie in the middle to upper range of Uttar Pradesh state counselling. Within this rank range, the institute remains competitive because it is government-aided and charges comparatively low fees.

Diploma Admission

JEECUP counselling is used to fill Diploma seats, all of which are reserved for divyang students. Admission to CSE and Architectural Assistantship requires a Class 10 pass with at least 35%. Modern Office Management applicants must hold a graduation degree from a recognised university.

A valid disability certificate must be shown during JEECUP document verification and once more at admission. Diploma students living in the institute hostel qualify automatically for a food subsidy of INR 1,000 per month.

Lateral Entry

Diploma holders from the relevant engineering field may apply for the three-year B.Tech lateral-entry course through UPSEE Lateral counselling under UPTAC. The B.Tech lateral-entry seats follow the same 60% divyang reservation rule. Related-trade ITI pass-outs can seek admission to the two-year Diploma lateral-entry course through JEECUP Lateral counselling.

AITH Placements

The Training and Placement Cell at AITH Kanpur manages campus hiring for B.Tech students. During the final year, it provides preparation in aptitude, communication and technical skills before recruitment drives.

Across recent placement seasons, more than 150 students secured offers. The highest package reached INR 19 LPA, the average stood at INR 4 LPA, and the lowest offer was INR 2 LPA.

CompanySector
TCSIT and Software Services
WiproIT and Software Services
Larsen and Toubro, L and TEngineering and Infrastructure
Aditya Birla GroupDiversified Conglomerate

Most campus offers go to students from CSE and IT. The top salary packages generally go to CSE and AI and ML graduates. Along with taking part in campus recruitment, many Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology graduates choose higher education or government-sector careers.

AITH Scholarships

Divyang students at AITH Kanpur receive a dedicated fee exemption, making the institute one of the more affordable AICTE-approved government engineering colleges in Uttar Pradesh. Other support includes a hostel food subsidy and facilities available without an extra charge.

BenefitEligibilityCoverage
Tuition Fee WaiverEvery divyang student holding a valid disability certificate100% tuition-fee exemption for all four B.Tech years
Diploma Food SubsidyUp to 150 Diploma students who live in the hostelINR 1,000 per month
Free UniformEvery enrolled studentUniform supplied without charge
Free WiFi and InternetEvery enrolled student24-hour access throughout the campus

Students can also seek support through the Government of Uttar Pradesh Post-Matric Scholarship for PwD and schemes listed on the National Scholarship Portal, or NSP. Divyang students belonging to SC or ST categories may use both forms of assistance together. A fresh online application must be made through NSP in each academic year.

AITH Campus and Infrastructure

AITH occupies a campus in the Naramau area at Awadhpuri, Kanpur, 208024, beside Rama Dental College. Ramps, wide corridors and accessible washrooms across its buildings make the site barrier-free.

Facilities include accessible hostel accommodation, disability-adapted classrooms, computer laboratories, a library and a Training and Placement Cell. Campus-wide WiFi operates for 24 hours. The institute serves both day scholars and residential students, with hostel places available on campus for eligible divyang students.

Only a small number of AICTE-approved institutions in India combine technical courses with infrastructure designed specifically for accessibility. This combination, along with the low fee structure, makes AITH an option for engineering students with disabilities from Uttar Pradesh and nearby states.

AITH vs HBTU Kanpur vs KNIT Sultanpur

Students considering government engineering institutes through Uttar Pradesh counselling often compare AITH with Harcourt Butler Technical University, or HBTU Kanpur, and Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology, or KNIT Sultanpur. HBTU and KNIT are long-established government engineering institutions, and KNIT is affiliated with AKTU.

ParameterAITH KanpurHBTU KanpurKNIT Sultanpur
TypeGovernment, AutonomousGovernment University, AutonomousGovernment, Autonomous
Established199719211964
AffiliationAKTU, LucknowAutonomous under the HBTU ActAKTU, Lucknow
Divyang Reservation60% of B.Tech seats and 100% of Diploma seatsHorizontal reservation under Uttar Pradesh rulesHorizontal reservation under Uttar Pradesh rules
B.Tech Fees for General CategoryINR 3.27 LakhsHigher than AITHComparable with AITH
Fees for Divyang StudentsINR 77,350, with no tuition feeStandard PwD concessionStandard PwD concession
NIRF Engineering RankNot rankedRanked by NIRFRanked by NIRF

Among these institutes, AITH has the lowest cost for divyang students and the strongest focus on disability-specific facilities. HBTU has more engineering programmes, a longer placement history and a place in the NIRF rankings. For general-category applicants with mid-range UPTAC ranks, KNIT offers low-cost government engineering education with AKTU affiliation.

AITH FAQs

Ques. Can students without disabilities take admission to AITH Kanpur?

Ans. Yes. General-category students can compete for 40% of the B.Tech seats, while the other 60% are reserved for divyang candidates. Diploma courses are different because every Diploma seat is available only to students with disabilities.

Ques. How much does the complete AITH B.Tech programme cost?

Ans. The four-year B.Tech fee for a general-category student is INR 3.27 Lakhs. Divyang students receive a tuition waiver and pay INR 77,350 in general and administrative charges across the full course.

Ques. How are students selected for B.Tech courses at AITH?

Ans. Selection requires a valid JEE Main score followed by UPTAC centralised counselling. Diploma applicants use JEECUP counselling instead. AITH does not hold a separate entrance examination.

Ques. What salary packages have AITH Kanpur placements recorded?

Ans. Recent placement seasons produced a highest package of INR 19 LPA and an average package of INR 4 LPA. More than 150 students received offers, with recruiters such as TCS, Wipro, L and T, and Aditya Birla Group.

Ques. What approvals and recognition does AITH Kanpur hold?

Ans. AITH Kanpur is approved by AICTE, recognised under the UGC 2(f) Act, 1956, and affiliated with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow. Its degrees are valid for further education and government jobs.

Ques. Are accessible hostels available at AITH Kanpur?

Ans. Yes. Hostel facilities include ramps, accessible rooms, adapted bathrooms and other universal-access features. Diploma students who live in the hostel also receive a food subsidy of INR 1,000 each month.

Ques. What B.Tech specialisations can students study at AITH Kanpur?

Ans. The six branches are Computer Science and Engineering, CSE in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Biotechnology. Each one has 60 seats, of which 60% are reserved for divyang applicants.