Last updated on September 30th, 2020 at 12:05 pm
IIT BHU [Banaras Hindu University] or Indian Institute of Technology, Varanasi is one of the reputed technical and research universities founded in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Banaras Engineering college was established in 1919 and given the status of IIT in 2012. Since its induction to IIT pool, it has maintained its top status and has become one of the most sought-out IITs by the students.
- MHRD releases the NIRF ranking list for IITs every year.
- This year IIT BHU has gained 11th position among the top engineering Institutions with a score of 62.54.
- IIT BHU was the first of the elites to start degree courses in Mining, Metallurgy and Ceramic Engineering.
- With its unique programs and future perspective curriculum, the institute undoubtedly runs in the league of the top engineering colleges in India.
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IIT BHU Highlights
| Official Website | www.iitbhu.ac.in |
| Type of Programs | UG, PG, and PhD. |
| Stream | Engineering and Pharmacy |
| Entrance Exam | JEE Main, GATE, GPAT |
| Admission criteria | 10+2 and JEE Mains |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Collaborations | University of Cambridge (UK), University of Oxford (UK), University of Sheffield (UK). |
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IIT BHU: B. Tech Admission via JEE Advanced
Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi was established in 1919 as a public university. It is a research and technical university located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It transformed into Banaras Hindu University in 1968.
- The university boasts 10 engineering departments, 3 science departments, 3 interdisciplinary schools and 1 Humanities & Social Sciences Section.
- Admissions are granted via JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced.
- Let us see the admission procedure step-by-step in the following section.
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B.Tech Courses Offered by IIT BHU
IIT BHU has 17 academic units, out of which 10 departments are devoted to engineering. Ranked 11th in NIRF rankings, 9th in The Week, undoubtedly, the institute offers a plethora of B.Tech courses in various disciplines.
- Architecture, Planning and Design
- Ceramic Engineering and Technology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology
Five-Year Dual Degree (IDD: B.Tech. & M.Tech.) Programs
Through JEE (Advanced), IITs offer admission into undergraduate courses for Bachelor’s, Integrated Masters or Bachelor-Master Dual Degree in Engineering or Sciences. Candidates receive both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees enrolled in the dual degree programs once they complete the course. It saves time and within 5 years, candidates become the holder of two degrees instead of just one.
Additionally, five year-dual degree programmes are also available for students to consider.
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Ceramic Engineering
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Civil Engineering
- B.Tech in Electrical Engineering and M.Tech in Power Electronics
- B.Tech + M.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Mining Engineering
- B.Tech. Biochemical Engineering and M.Tech in Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology
- B.Tech. in Bioengineering and M.Tech in Biomedical Technology
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Materials Science & Technology
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Industrial Chemistry
- B. Tech + M.Tech in Mathematics & Computing
- B.Tech + M.Tech in Engineering Physics
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IIT BHU Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must have passed class 12 examination with minimum 75% (65% for SC/ST) or have come in the top 20 percentile in their respective board.
- Candidates will have to sit for JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced and get the minimum cut off to be eligible for IIT BHU Admission.
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IIT BHU Cut Off for Top Bachelor Courses
Every Institute follows their cut-off list for the intake of students, every academic year. The minimum percentage for each subject and aggregate varies across different categories. The cut-off is announced after the exam on the website.
Separate JEE Advanced cut-off lists are announced for different B. Tech programs offered at IIT BHU are announced every year.
Since the JEE advanced 2020 list is not yet announced, we can refer to the list from last academic year.
| Courses | Closing Ranks (2019) |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 796 |
| B.Tech + M.Tech Computer Science & Engineering | 970 |
| B.Tech + M.Tech Mathematics and Computing | 1503 |
| Electrical Engineering | 3026 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 4268 |
| Chemical Engineering | 6421 |
| Civil Engineering | 6984 |
| Metallurgical Engineering | 8169 |
| Mining Engineering | 10212 |
| Ceramic Engineering | 10448 |
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Why Study at IIT BHU?
- As it is a public university, the fees are mediocre and affordable. Apart from that, there are a lot of scholarships and financial assistance available for deserving students.
- The management system of the university is proper and transparent.
- Apart from the outstanding academic programs that you just read about, IIT BHU offers various recreational activities too. This is for the purpose of overall personnel development of the candidates.
- IIT Varanasi also offers an array of certification courses in foreign languages, fine arts, music, etc.
- The university has well-equipped computer facilities, library facilities, medical facilities and so on.
- The alumni of the institute are the apex body and do wonders for the overall development of the university.
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IIT BHU Cut Off 2019 for B.Tech Specializations
Ceramic Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 4421 | 7530 |
| EWS | 1342 | 2058 |
| General | 10448 | 18113 |
| SC | 2606 | 3743 |
| ST | 1114 | – |
Chemical Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 2757 | 5630 |
| EWS | 748 | 1692 |
| General | 6421 | 12066 |
| SC | 1728 | 2794 |
| ST | – | 810 |
Civil Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 2483 | 6024 |
| EWS | 768 | 1779 |
| General | 6984 | 12423 |
| SC | 1276 | 2410 |
| ST | 357 | 1141 |
Computer and Science Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 367 | 1089 |
| EWS | 83 | 176 |
| General | 796 | 2493 |
| SC | 214 | 569 |
| ST | 147 | 502 |
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Electrical Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 1183 | 3880 |
| EWS | 287 | 884 |
| General | 3026 | 6566 |
| SC | 765 | 1613 |
| ST | 337 | 676 |
Electronics Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 1045 | 3058 |
| EWS | 249 | 856 |
| General | 2376 | 5572 |
| SC | 778 | 1521 |
| ST | 440 | 642 |
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Mechanical Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 1680 | 5347 |
| EWS | 491 | 1545 |
| General | 4268 | 10950 |
| SC | 1046 | 2405 |
| ST | 446 | – |
Metallurgical Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 3313 | 7045 |
| EWS | 857 | 1943 |
| General | 8169 | 14907 |
| SC | 2197 | 3014 |
| ST | 1043 | – |
Mining Engineering
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 3887 | 6584 |
| EWS | 1390 | 2620 |
| General | 10212 | 20406 |
| SC | 2475 | – |
| ST | 1023 | 1023 |
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Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 4476 | 6969 |
| EWS | 1414 | 2349 |
| General | 11691 | 19572 |
| SC | 2736 | 3645 |
| ST | NA | NA |
Architecture (5 years)
| Category | Gender Neutral | Female Only |
| OBC | 7540 | – |
| EWS | 2732 | – |
| General | 22641 | 20929 |
| SC | 2905 | – |
| ST | NA | NA |
Students whose scores range higher than the cut-off announced have greater chances of getting into IIT BHU and be part of their dream course. Lesser scores will narrow down your prospects. By taking a look at the above-given list, you’ll get an idea of how much you should score in JEE Advanced 2020.
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IIT BHU: Reservation through JEE Advanced Counselling
IIT BHU grants 795 seats for admission to B.Tech courses in 10 disciplines. Candidates clearing JEE Main and JEE Advanced will be eligible for JoSAA Counselling. JEE Main is a precursor for getting admission in NITs, IIITs and other GFTIs and JEE Advanced is a precursor for IITs in India.
- According to the JEE Advanced Reservation criteria, 15% seats will be reserved for Scheduled Caste and 7.5% will be reserved for the Scheduled Tribe.
- Candidates are required to submit the necessary documents proving that they belong to the mentioned caste.
- Also, candidates belonging to the OBC category may be given reservation in some courses.
Faculty at IIT BHU
Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi consists of professors who are averagely aged 40. There is an undue advantage of recruiting teachers of young age. They will have a fresh perspective and a broader outlook for everything.
- IIT BHU boasts of a diverse array of teachers.
- Almost all the teachers in BHU, at least in the engineering department, are PhD holders.
- They possess industrial exposure and are aware of the recent trends.
- These professors hold certificates from relative industries and other esteemed organisations.
- The faculty also is proud of the research work in their respective fields.
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Latest News Updates
- Opening and Closing Ranks (2020) for Round 1 Counselling Released By JoSAA; Check Details
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- JoSAA Counselling 2020: Second Mock Seat Allotment Released, Registrations End Tomorrow
- Candidates Will Get Another Chance Directly in JEE Advanced 2021 Due To COVID-19
- JoSAA Releases First Mock Seat Allotment 2020 Results, Choice Filling Open Till 15th October
Facilities Provided to Students at IIT BHU
Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi (IIT BHU) provides various facilities to make student life an enjoyable journey. It has the facilities of hostels, canteen, library, sports, medical, banking and ATM facilities.
Hostel Facilities:
Since the student body is from all over India, hostel facility becomes a necessity. Separate hostels are available for boys and girls.
- A total of 19 hostels with a total capacity of 1903 double-seated rooms, 549 triple seated and 233 single seated rooms are available.
- High-speed LAN connection, TV, common hall, sports room, gym and washing machines are available in addition to the necessary amenities.
- Hostels are situated nearby so that students can walk easily to attend their classes.
Library:
- IIT-BHU has a massive collection of study material aiding teaching and research. It has to National and International peer-reviewed e-Journals.
- National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning [NPTEL] and Online public access catalogue (OPAC) are easily accessible for students.
Canteens:
- Healthy meals are available for students with a variety of cuisine, catering to the taste buds of students from different backgrounds.
Sports & Recreation:
- IIT BHU doesn’t encourage students with only study and no play.
- Institute campus has several playgrounds, indoor and outdoor stadiums, courts for all kinds of sports you imagine to play-from tennis to squash to volleyball, swimming pools, etc.
- Competition and tournaments are held among students at national levels to foster sportsmanship and team spirit.
Health Care:
- The centre provides 24X7 health care services to students and staff at a reasonable cost.
Additional Facilities:
- IIT-BHU campus has 24X7 wi-fi connection available all over the campus.
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IIT BHU Placement Offers
IIT BHU has excellent placement reports. Last year four international job offers were nabbed on the first day of placement and the highest salary package of INR 1.53 Crore per annum.
IIT Varanasi collaborates with some of the leading institutes and organizations for the internship as well as job offers. They have infrastructure within the campus to facilitate group discussions, tests and interviews besides other logistics.
Top Recruiters at IIT BHU include
| Amazon Atos Syntel | Grifeo |
| Barelogics | India Mart |
| Cyient | Just Dial |
| Cognizant | IBM Global Services |
| Genpact | Reliance |
| ADA | Volksgeist Tech |
| ICICI Bank | Wipro Technologies |
| Religare Wellness Ltd. | Carrefour |
| IDBI Bank | Roche Diagnostic |
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IIT BHU Final Placement Highlights 2020
| Total no. of Recruiting Companies | 52 |
| No. of Recruiting Companies on Day 1 | 33 |
| No. of Offers Received on Day 1 | 188 |
| Total No. of students registered | 1063 |
| No. of students placed | 762 |
| % Students Placed | 71% |
| Highest Domestic Package | INR 1.04 Crore |
| Highest International Package | INR 1.53 Crore |
| Average Package | INR 8.19 lacs |
| Total No. of PPOs | 172 |
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Scholarships for Undergraduate Students at IIT BHU
- IIT BHU doesn’t shy away from providing financial assistance to its students. 25% of undergraduate students receive Merit-cum-Means scholarships.
- Additionally, there are several endowment scholarships offered to the students from IIT BHU.
- Besides free studentship, scholarship, reimbursement of mess charges and pocket allowances are offered to the students belonging to the SC/ST.
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IIT BHU Fee Structure for various B.Tech courses
| Degree | Amount in INR (Total) |
| B.Tech Courses | 8.67 lacs |
| B.Tech + M.Tech Dual Degrees | 10.81 lacs |
| B.Arch | 10.81 lacs |
Other Expenses
| Particulars | Amount in INR |
| Hostel | 7500 |
| One time Payment | 5750 |
| Deposit Money (Refundable) | 9000 |
| Medical Insurance Fee (Every odd semester) | 375 |
| Mess fee per semester | 12000 |
Fee Waiver
| Category | Fee Waived |
| Family income less than 5 LPA and more than 1 LPA | 2/3rd of the tuition fee |
| Family Income less than 1 LPA | 100% |
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IIT BHU FAQ’s
Ans. Yes, IIT BHU has remarkable collaborations, and international scholarships and exchange programmes are available.
- Rhodes Scholarships (University of Oxford)
- Japanese Government [MEXT] Scholarship Program
- USIEF Fellowships for Indian Citizens
- BENCO Scholarship
- Korean Government Scholarship Programme
Ans.
- Placement generally begins every year in the last week of July through to March.
- Pre-placement talks are conducted to ease the students through the placement process. Training & Placement Office announces the Job offers, dates of interviews, selection of candidates etc.
- The Placement Office interacts with many industries in the country, of which nearly 200 companies visit the campus for holding campus interviews. The industries are Core Engineering industries; Manufacturing Industries; IT & IT-enabled services; Consultancy Firms; Management Organisations; R & D laboratories; Finance Companies.
