Earth Sciences

Research and education in geology, geophysics, and environmental earth science.

Department of Earth Sciences

About Earth Sciences

Overview

The Department of Earth Sciences at IIT Kanpur was established in 1992. It offers world-class education and research in various fields of earth sciences, with a focus on geology, geophysics, and environmental science.


Vision: To be a global leader in earth sciences education and research.


Head of Department: Prof. P.K. Singh

Programs Offered

  • B.Sc: Earth Sciences
  • M.Sc: Earth Sciences
  • Ph.D: Doctoral Programs

Official Website: iitk.ac.in/earth

Email: head_earth@iitk.ac.in

Phone: +91-512-259-7600

Research Areas

  • Geology & Petrology
  • Geophysics & Seismology
  • Environmental Geoscience
  • Paleontology & Stratigraphy
  • Geochemistry & Mineralogy
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