Quick Summary
Situated in Varanasi, India, Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi is a public (institute of national importance) established in 1919. Ranked #531 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 6500 students including 1% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering & Technology, Chemical Engineering, Mineral & Mining Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 1%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Combines a century-old academic legacy with modern IIT infrastructure; unique presence within the Banaras Hindu University campus providing diverse exposure.
Subject Strengths
Engineering & TechnologyChemical EngineeringMineral & Mining EngineeringElectrical & Electronic Engineering
Founded1919
TypePublic (Institute of National Importance)
Total Students6500
Intl Students1%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusResidential / Urban
Campus Size1300 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSir Sunderlal Hospital (BHU)
AccreditationMinistry of Education (India), AICTE
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#531
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
B.Tech, M.Tech, Integrated Dual Degree (IDD), Ph.D.
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Malviya Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship (MCIIE), Central Instrument Facility (CIF)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Ministry of Education (India), AICTE
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate1%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · June
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for undergraduates is solely based on the JEE Advanced rank. Postgraduate admissions require a high GATE score and potentially a written test/interview.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹200,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹50,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$40
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹330,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableMerit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship, SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarships, Top Class Education Scheme for SC Students
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from B.Tech, M.Tech, Integrated Dual Degree (IDD), Ph.D. programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electronics Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Metallurgical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$25,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementYes
Industry Connections
MicrosoftGoogleAmazonTata MotorsGoldman SachsISRO
Notable Alumni
Nikesh Arora, Jay Chaudhry, Varun Grover, Deepak Ahuja
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
IIT (BHU) Gymkhana, Swimming Pool, Athletics Track, Basketball Courts
Student Clubs
Technex (Technical), Kashiyatra (Cultural), Spardha (Sports)
Library Resources
Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Library (Central Library), Departmental Libraries
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available