NIRF #10 Engineering 2026 Institute of National Importance QS #566 World 2026 Govt of India Est. 1919 · IIT since 2012

IIT BHU Varanasi |
Indian Institute of
Technology (BHU)

📍 Lanka, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh · 🏛️ Est. 1919 · 📐 1300-Acre Campus · 🎓 JEE Advanced
₹2.2 Cr Highest Package 2026–27
₹22.56 LPA Average Package
92.33% Placement Rate
#10 NIRF Engineering 2026
IIT BHU Varanasi campus – Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
NIRF #10 Engg. 2026
IIT BHU Campus · Lanka, Varanasi · Est. 1919 · IIT Designation 2012
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NIRF #31 OverallNIRF 2026
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NIRF #22 ResearchResearch Institutions
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₹8.47 LakhTotal B.Tech Fees
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JEE Advanced / GATEAdmission Exams
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QS #566 World 2026Global University Rank
Institute Overview

About IIT BHU Varanasi | Indian Institute of Technology (BHU)

Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi | popularly known as IIT BHU or IIT Varanasi | is one of India's oldest and most distinguished technical institutions. With a heritage stretching back to 1919, when it was founded as the Banaras Engineering College (BENCO) within the sprawling Banaras Hindu University campus, IIT BHU carries more than a century of engineering excellence. It officially attained the coveted Indian Institute of Technology designation in 2012 under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, elevating it to an Institute of National Importance.

Located in Lanka, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, IIT BHU is situated on one of India's largest engineering university campuses, spanning approximately 1,300 acres within the BHU complex. This fully residential campus uniquely blends a rich historical legacy with modern academic and research infrastructure, offering students a distinctive academic environment that few institutions in India can match. The campus is served by the Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction railway station and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, both easily accessible from the campus.

As of 2026, IIT BHU holds the NIRF Engineering Rank #10 | placing it firmly among the top 10 engineering institutes in India. The institute also holds NIRF Rank #31 Overall and NIRF Rank #22 in Research Institutions. Globally, IIT BHU is ranked #566 in QS World University Rankings 2026, with a strong 45.2 score in Citations per Faculty | reflecting the depth of its research output. It has been accredited by NAAC with Grade A, and holds approvals from UGC and AICTE.

IIT BHU: A Century of Engineering Heritage

What sets IIT BHU apart from virtually all other IITs is its extraordinary institutional depth. While most IITs were established in the 1950s–2010s, IIT BHU traces its engineering education lineage to 1919 | over 100 years of shaping Indian engineers and technologists. The Banaras Engineering College (1919) evolved into the Institute of Technology-BHU (IT-BHU) in 1968, when the colleges of Engineering, Mining & Metallurgy, and Technology merged. The formal IIT designation in 2012 recognised decades of academic distinction and research excellence.

The institute runs 17 academic units comprising 10 engineering departments, 3 science departments, 3 interdisciplinary schools, and 1 humanities & social sciences school. The faculty strength stands at approximately 300 faculty members, with a total student population exceeding 9,300 | among the largest of all IITs. The student-faculty ratio is approximately 20:1, supporting both large-scale research output and individual mentorship.

IIT BHU has seen a remarkable ascent in national rankings: climbing from 15th in NIRF Engineering 2023 to 10th in NIRF Engineering 2024 and 2026, demonstrating sustained institutional improvement across teaching, research, graduation outcomes, outreach, and perception. The institute's perception score of 98/100 in NIRF 2026 reflects its outstanding reputation among peers, employers, and the broader academic community.

IIT BHU Varanasi: Location & Connectivity

Varanasi, one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities, provides IIT BHU with a unique cultural and intellectual setting. The institute's 1,300-acre campus within BHU is a self-contained academic ecosystem with hostels, research centres, hospitals, sports facilities, and cultural venues. Varanasi is well connected by rail (Varanasi Junction, Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction) and air (Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport), making it accessible from all major Indian cities. The city's growing industry, IT sector, and startup ecosystem increasingly attract IIT BHU alumni back to the region.

IIT BHU Varanasi | Quick Facts 2026–27
Full NameIIT (BHU) Varanasi
Founded1919 (as BENCO)
IIT Status2012
LocationLanka, Varanasi, UP
Institute TypePublic (Govt. of India)
StatusInstitute of National Importance
Campus Area~1,300 Acres
AccreditationNAAC Grade A
NIRF Engg. Rank#10 (2026)
NIRF Overall Rank#31 (2026)
QS World Rank#566 (2026)
NIRF Research Rank#22 (2026)
Total B.Tech Fees₹8.47 Lakh
Highest Package₹2.2 Crore PA
Average Package₹22.56 LPA
CSE Avg. Package₹34.87 LPA
AdmissionJEE Advanced / GATE / JAM
Faculty Count~300 Faculty
Total Students~9,350+
Official Websiteiitbhu.ac.in
Rankings & Accreditation

IIT BHU Varanasi Rankings 2026–27

IIT BHU has climbed impressively in national and global rankings, cementing its position as one of India's top 10 engineering institutions. Here is a complete ranking snapshot.

Ranking Body Category Rank / Score Year Change
NIRFEngineering102026▲ Up from #15 in 2023
NIRFOverall312026▲ Stable
NIRFResearch Institutions222026Stable
QS WorldWorld Universities#5662026Score 29.3
NIRF ScoreEngineering Perception98/1002026Near Perfect
NAACAccreditation GradeGrade A––
The WeekB.Tech92023Strong

IIT BHU's NIRF Engineering Rank #10 places it in elite company | ahead of several older and newer IITs. Its perception score of 98/100 in NIRF 2026 is one of the highest among all IITs, reflecting how strongly it is regarded by recruiters, academicians, and peer institutions. The QS World Rank of #566 and a Citations per Faculty score of 45.2 confirm the international visibility of its research output.

Academic Programmes

IIT BHU Courses & Departments 2026–27

IIT BHU offers a rich portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across engineering, science, architecture, and pharmaceutical sciences | spanning 17 academic units.

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Computer Science & Engineering

One of the most competitive B.Tech branches at IIT BHU. Strong placement record with an average of ₹34.87 LPA and a JEE Advanced closing rank of ~1,350.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Electronics Engineering

Covers VLSI, signal processing, communication systems, and embedded systems. One of the highest-demand branches with consistently strong JEE Advanced cutoffs.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Mechanical Engineering

Strong core engineering department with specialisations in manufacturing, thermal systems, robotics, and design. Active in core sector placements including Tata Steel and BHEL.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Civil Engineering

Covers structural engineering, geotechnics, transportation, environmental engineering, and water resources. Graduates placed in infrastructure, consulting, and UPSC roles.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Mathematics & Computing

A unique interdisciplinary programme combining advanced mathematics, statistics, and computing. Highly popular with aspirants due to strong tech placements.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Chemical Engineering

Strong ties with petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and process industries. Active research in reaction engineering, transport phenomena, and materials processing.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Metallurgical Engineering

One of IIT BHU's historically strong departments. Covers extractive metallurgy, materials characterisation, and process metallurgy with strong industry linkages.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.TechPhD
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Pharmaceutical Engineering

Unique to IIT BHU among all IITs | a full B.Tech and M.Pharm programme in Pharmaceutical Engineering, reflecting Varanasi's pharmaceutical industry ecosystem.

B.Tech 4 yrsM.PharmPhD
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Architecture (B.Arch)

A 5-year B.Arch programme. Admission via JEE Advanced + Architecture Aptitude Test (AAT). Covers design studio, urban planning, history of architecture, and building technology.

B.Arch 5 yrsStudio Centric

IIT BHU Postgraduate & Doctoral Programmes

IIT BHU offers a wide range of postgraduate programmes. M.Tech admissions are through a valid GATE score, followed by counselling via GATE-COAP. M.Sc programmes (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Applied Geophysics) are offered via IIT JAM. The M.Pharm programme in Pharmaceutical Engineering is distinct to IIT BHU among all IITs. PhD admissions are conducted twice a year (July and December) across all departments, with candidates required to hold a Master's degree or a B.Tech with excellent academic credentials and GATE/NET/JEST qualification.

Placement Report

IIT BHU Placements 2026–27 | Highest ₹2.2 Crore

IIT BHU has consistently delivered outstanding placement results. The 2026–27 season saw record participation from 330+ companies and a landmark ₹2.2 Crore highest package | offered to 17 students.

Branch-Wise Average Package (2026–27)

Computer Science & Engg.
₹34.87 LPA
Mathematics & Computing
~₹27 LPA
Electronics Engineering
~₹25 LPA
Chemical Engineering
~₹19 LPA
Mechanical Engineering
~₹17 LPA
Civil Engineering
~₹14 LPA
Overall Institute Average
₹22.56 LPA

Placement Highlights 2026–27

MetricData
Highest Domestic Package₹2.2 Crore PA
Students at Highest Package17 Students
Overall Average Package₹22.56 LPA
CSE Average Package₹34.87 LPA
Overall Placement Rate92.33%
Total Companies Participated330+
Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs)297 PPOs
Total Job Offers1,000+

Top Recruiters at IIT BHU Varanasi

Over 330 national and international companies participated in IIT BHU placements 2026–27. The recruiter base spans technology, finance, consulting, core engineering, and pharmaceuticals.

Google Microsoft Amazon Goldman Sachs Oracle Uber Qualcomm Samsung Flipkart Tata Steel ITC Accenture McKinsey NVIDIA Zomato Dunzo BHEL L&T Vedanta Dr. Reddy's Cipla DE Shaw PhonePe Swiggy
JEE Advanced Cutoff

IIT BHU JoSAA Cutoff 2027 | Branch & Category Wise

IIT BHU cutoffs are among the most competitive of all IITs. CSE closing rank under 1,400 (General category) places it in the top tier of JEE Advanced aspirants' choices.

B.Tech CSE – General (GN) Category | JoSAA 2027

Computer Science Engg. (GN)~1,350
Mathematics & Computing (GN)~1,800–2,000
Electronics Engineering (GN)~2,200–2,500
Chemical Engineering (GN)~6,000–7,000
Mechanical Engineering (GN)~6,500–8,000
Civil Engineering (GN)~9,000–11,000

Category-Wise CSE Closing Rank | JoSAA 2027

General (GN) | Gender Neutral~1,350
General | Female (GN–F)~2,500–2,900
OBC-NCL (GN)~500–700
EWS (GN)~250–350
SC (GN)~300–450
ST (GN)~150–250

IIT BHU CSE Cutoff Trend (2022–2027)

Year CSE Closing Rank (GN) Electronics Engg. (GN) Math & Computing (GN) Arch. (GN)
2026~1,350~2,300~1,900~19,019
2024~1,015~2,100~1,700~18,500
2023~1,200~2,400~1,800~17,800
2022~1,100~2,200~1,700~16,500

Note: Cutoffs are last-round (Round 6) closing ranks from JoSAA. Actual cutoffs vary by year, paper difficulty, and seat matrix. Always refer to official JoSAA data at josaa.admissions.nic.in. JEE Advanced 2026 results are expected June 1, 2026.

Fee Structure

IIT BHU Fees 2026–27 | B.Tech, M.Tech & Hostel

IIT BHU's B.Tech fee structure is among the most affordable of all IITs. SC/ST/PwD students receive full tuition fee waivers, and multiple scholarship schemes are available for meritorious students.

Fee Component Amount Per Semester Annual Amount Notes
Tuition Fee~₹1,00,000~₹2,00,000Same for all B.Tech branches
Examination Fee~₹1,500~₹3,000–
Registration & Other Fee~₹10,000–₹15,000~₹20,000–₹30,000Varies by year
Hostel Seat Charges₹12,000–₹15,000₹24,000–₹30,000Excluding mess
Mess Charges (approx.)~₹20,000–₹25,000~₹40,000–₹50,000Varies by mess/season
Total 4-Year B.Tech Fee₹8.47 Lakh (approx.)Including all components

Fee Waivers & Scholarships at IIT BHU

Research & Innovation

IIT BHU Research Excellence

IIT BHU holds NIRF Research Rank #22 and a QS Citations per Faculty score of 45.2, reflecting a vibrant and internationally recognised research culture spanning engineering, science, and interdisciplinary frontiers.

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Materials Science & Metallurgy

Century-old heritage in metals and materials research. World-class labs including Transmission Electron Microscopes, X-ray diffraction facilities, and advanced alloy synthesis units.

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Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning

Growing cluster of AI/ML research in the CS department, with faculty publishing in top-tier venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, and CVPR. Strong interaction with industry labs.

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Pharmaceutical Sciences

Unique to IIT BHU among IITs | active research in drug delivery, nanomedicine, pharmaceutical process engineering, and pharmacological studies in collaboration with CSIR labs.

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Power Electronics & VLSI

Strong interdisciplinary research in power systems, VLSI design, embedded systems, and smart grid technologies, aligned with India's national priorities in energy and electronics manufacturing.

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Environmental & Water Sciences

Active research in Ganga river ecology, wastewater treatment, groundwater remediation, and environmental pollution control | directly relevant to Varanasi's Ganga geography.

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International Collaborations

Research partnerships with universities in the US, UK, Germany, Japan, and Australia. Ongoing MoUs facilitate faculty exchange, joint PhDs, and sponsored research projects.

Campus Life

IIT BHU Varanasi Campus & Infrastructure

Set within the historic 1,300-acre BHU campus in Varanasi, IIT BHU offers a fully residential, self-contained academic township combining heritage buildings with modern research infrastructure.

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15 Hostels
11 boys, 4 girls. Named after royal states (Morvi, Rajputana, Limbdi), reflecting the institute's heritage.
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Central Library
1,38,000+ volumes, digital e-resources, e-journals, and research databases including IEEE, Elsevier, and Springer.
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Advanced Research Labs
TEM, SEM, XRD, NMR, cleanroom facilities, and departmental labs with cutting-edge equipment.
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Sports Complex
Tennis courts, squash, basketball, volleyball, cricket ground, multi-gym, swimming pool, and yoga centre.
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Computer Centres
High-performance computing clusters, 24/7 Wi-Fi across campus, and dedicated computational labs in each department.
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Medical Facility
On-campus health centre with outpatient services, within walking distance of BHU's Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS-BHU) hospital.
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Cultural Hub
Amphitheater, auditorium, student activity centres, and the annual technical-cultural fest Technex, one of India's oldest college fests (since 1952).
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Innovation Centre
Incubation and entrepreneurship support centre for student startups. Connects students to mentors, funding, and industry networks.

Technex – IIT BHU's Premier Annual Festival

Technex is the annual technical and cultural festival of IIT BHU | one of the oldest college fests in India, dating back to 1952. It attracts thousands of students from across India for technical events, robotics competitions, hackathons, workshops, guest lectures, and cultural performances. Technex is a major event in the IIT calendar, with sponsorship from leading companies and a national profile that reflects IIT BHU's stature in the Indian academic community.

Admission 2026–27

How to Get Admission in IIT BHU Varanasi

IIT BHU admission for B.Tech is strictly through JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling. There are no management quota or lateral entry seats.

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Clear JEE Main

Qualify JEE Main (Session 1 or 2) and meet the eligibility for JEE Advanced. Top ~2.5 lakh rankers qualify.

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Appear for JEE Advanced

Register and appear for JEE Advanced 2026. Results expected June 1, 2026. IIT BHU CSE needs a rank below ~1,500.

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JoSAA Counselling

Register on josaa.nic.in after JEE Advanced results. Fill choices in order of preference. 6 rounds of seat allotment.

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Seat Acceptance & Reporting

Accept allotted seat, pay partial acceptance fee online, and report to IIT BHU campus with original documents in July 2026.

IIT BHU Eligibility Criteria | B.Tech 2026–27

Frequently Asked Questions

IIT BHU FAQs | 2026–27

The most commonly asked questions about IIT BHU Varanasi admission, ranking, fees, placements, and campus life | answered with updated 2026–27 data.

What is IIT BHU's NIRF ranking in 2026?
As per NIRF 2026, IIT BHU Varanasi is ranked #10 in Engineering, #31 Overall, and #22 in Research Institutions. It also holds a QS World University Rank of #566 for 2026, with a strong Citations per Faculty score of 45.2 and an outstanding NIRF Perception score of 98/100. IIT BHU has climbed from #15 in Engineering in 2023 to #10 in 2024 and maintained that in 2026.
What is the JEE Advanced cutoff for IIT BHU CSE in 2026?
The JoSAA 2026 closing rank for IIT BHU B.Tech Computer Science Engineering (General/Gender-Neutral category) was approximately 1,350. This is a last-round closing rank. In 2024, the CSE closing rank was approximately 1,015. Mathematics & Computing closes around 1,800–2,000, and Electronics Engineering around 2,200–2,500 for General category. OBC-NCL, EWS, SC, and ST categories have significantly lower cutoffs.
What is the highest placement package at IIT BHU?
The highest domestic placement package at IIT BHU in 2026–27 was ₹2.2 Crore Per Annum (CPA), offered to 17 students. The overall average package was ₹22.56 LPA, and the CSE department specifically recorded an average of ₹34.87 LPA. Over 330 companies participated in the placement season, with 297 Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) and more than 1,000 total job offers.
What is the total B.Tech fee at IIT BHU?
The total B.Tech fee at IIT BHU Varanasi for the four-year programme is approximately ₹8.47 Lakh | one of the most affordable among top IITs. Annual tuition is approximately ₹2 Lakh. Hostel fees range from ₹12,000 to ₹15,000 per semester (excluding mess charges). SC/ST/PwD students receive a complete tuition fee waiver. Merit-cum-means scholarships covering full tuition are available for economically weaker general/OBC students.
When was IIT BHU established?
IIT BHU traces its origins to 1919, when it was founded as the Banaras Engineering College (BENCO) within the Banaras Hindu University campus. It became the Institute of Technology-BHU (IT-BHU) in 1968, and was officially designated as an Indian Institute of Technology in 2012. This makes it one of the oldest engineering institutions in India and the only IIT with over a century of continuous engineering education heritage.
What is the campus size of IIT BHU?
IIT BHU is located on a 1,300-acre fully residential campus within the larger Banaras Hindu University complex in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The campus has 15 hostels (11 for boys, 4 for girls), advanced research labs including Transmission Electron Microscopes, a central library with 1,38,000+ volumes, sports complexes, a medical centre, and cultural venues. Unlike most IITs, its hostels are named after historic royal states reflecting BHU's storied past.
Is IIT BHU older than IIT Bombay and IIT Kanpur?
Yes. IIT BHU's institutional predecessor, the Banaras Engineering College, was founded in 1919 | making it older than IIT Bombay (1958), IIT Kanpur (1959), IIT Madras (1959), and even IIT Kharagpur (1951). While it received the IIT designation only in 2012, its century-long tradition of engineering education gives it a depth and heritage that few technical institutions in India can match. This heritage is reflected in its unique programme offerings (like Pharmaceutical Engineering and Ceramic Engineering), its large alumni network, and its cultural legacy (Technex fest, est. 1952).
What makes IIT BHU unique among all IITs?
Several things set IIT BHU apart: (1) Century-old heritage (est. 1919) | the oldest IIT by origin; (2) A unique B.Tech & M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Engineering, exclusive among IITs; (3) Located within the BHU campus, offering proximity to one of Asia's largest university ecosystems; (4) Technex, one of India's oldest college technical-cultural fests (1952); (5) One of the largest IIT student populations (~9,350+); (6) NIRF Perception Score 98/100, among the highest of any IIT; (7) Ceramic Engineering, a specialised branch offered nowhere else in the IIT system.
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Data sourced from NIRF 2026 official website (nirfindia.org), JoSAA (josaa.admissions.nic.in), QS World University Rankings 2026, IIT BHU official portal (iitbhu.ac.in). Rankings, fees, and placement data are subject to annual revision. Last updated: May 2026.