How can one apply for a dual degree at IIT Kanpur?

You cannot get admission into the dual degree program during the initial admission period. Rather, after completing the 5th semester, interested students can apply for dual degrees via BTech-MTech and BS-MS. This option is open till the beginning of the 8th semester. Additionally, there is an option of a hybrid dual degree, wherein students can after doing a BTech from a certain department do an MTech from another department.

Eligibility: To be eligible for the dual degree, students should have a minimum CPI of 6.0 at the time of applying.

Suitability: This program is best for those students who have no intention to get employed in the near future and want to focus on research in the field of their choice and then eventually do a master's thesis. 

Credibility: The requirement of high CPI in itself testifies to the fact that only the top rankers of highly motivated students opt for this program. The most academically strong students tend to go for this.

Prospects: 

• This program isn’t less valuable in any way to the recruiters. The quality of students taking up this program is enough to prove the worth of this program thus attracting the best recruiters. Additionally, with a thesis work up their sleeve, these students get better opportunities in higher education as well.
• Many students even own a publication which makes it easier for them to get admission to Ph.D. programs at top universities
• Most of the companies that recruit these students specialize in research work and thus look for research enthusiasts.

All in all, the dual degree program at IIT Kanpur is in no way inferior to other programs and is worthy of excellent placements.