IIT Kharagpur signs MoU with Leeds University, opens new horizons in research and education

Written by: Tanushree Bose3 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Jul 26, 2026 03:10 PM IST IIT Kharagpur, Leeds University set up joint research fund (Images via official website/Upscaled with AI)Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur on Friday has signed a Memorandum of Understanding ( MoU) with University of Leeds to establish a long-term strategic partnership focused on advancing interdisciplinary research, fostering academic collaboration, and accelerating innovation. According to both the institutes by the signing of the MoU it will bring together the strengths of two globally recognised institutions. The partnership also aims to address pressing societal, technological, and economic challenges through research, education, and international engagement.As part of the collaboration, the tw