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Study in Kharagpur

This guide explains student life in Kharagpur, India, including an estimated monthly student budget of $400, Kharagpur has a tropical savanna climate with hot, humid summers, heavy monsoons, and mild winters., Student Visa guidance, 1 universities. Explore verified details for India below.

Kharagpur, India
Kharagpur, India — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$400
Climate
Kharagpur has a tropical savanna climate with hot, humid summers, heavy monsoons, and mild winters.
Safety score
75/100
English friendliness
75%
Student visa
Student Visa
Work while studying
International students on a Student Visa in India are not permitted to work during their studies.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$150
  • Food$100
  • Transport$45
  • Leisure$105

Rent is for ageneral student accommodation estimate provided by the Indian government for international students across India.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Home to IIT Kharagpur, offering an elite academic environment.
  • Extremely affordable cost of living compared to global student cities.
  • Massive, green, and self-contained 2,100-acre campus.
  • Strong campus community with numerous cultural and technical festivals.

Considerations

  • Isolated location far from major metropolitan entertainment and nightlife.
  • Intense summer heat and heavy monsoon rains.
  • Limited off-campus dining and amenities compared to larger Indian cities.

Student housing in Kharagpur

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Universities in Kharagpur

No published university profiles are currently linked to this city.

Official sources

Follows the official 'Study in India' government portal's national average living cost estimate for international students, published directly in USD, as comprehensive local university budgets were unavailable. Figures apply to 2024.

Figures for Kharagpur are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed October 2026.

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