Here are a few unique features of IIT Kanpur that make it stand out among other IITs.

• Alumni: IIT Kanpur has successfully produced eminent persons who have contributed to many achievements globally and raised the flag of the institute high.
• Campus: IITK has one of the most beautiful campuses decked with greenery. IIT Kanpur sprawls over 1959 acres and is like a city in itself. The campus is a haven for nature lovers and Lea moms roaming around is a common occurrence.
• Academics: Academically, IIT Kanpur is known for its strenuous workload and peer pressure. But in reality, it has a very flexible culture. There are no attendance policies or bans on the Internet.
• Campus life: Numerous cultural activities make campus life lively and exciting. There is always something to do and explore. The extracurricular activities cover various fields like dance, music science, and technology. 
• Festivals: Antaragni and Techkriti fests organized by IIT Kanpur are the best in the country. Unlike other IITs, these fests are held during college days and not vacations. 
• Counselling Service: The counseling service caters to the student's emotional problems and keeps the suicidal rates in check. It makes the students feel at ease and gives them a homely feeling.
• Air Strip: IIT Kanpur's most lucrative aspect is its Air Strip which is 1000m long and can hold single-engine aircraft (Cessna, Piper, Saratoga) and gliders.
• Bonding among students: There is great harmony not only among batchmates but also among juniors and seniors which promotes healthy relations within the campus.

All these are more than enough to combine someone to choose IIT Kanpur over other IITs.