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Indian Institute of Technology BHU Varanasi

(IIT BHU)
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh IIT Government | Est. 1919
4.5
UGC Approved AICTE Approved NAAC A++

Last Updated: Apr 24, 2026

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Established

1919

Campus Size

1300.00 Acres

Total Students

7,000

Faculty

380

Student-Faculty

18:1

IIT BHU Varanasi Admissions: JEE Advanced Eligibility and Selection Process

Admission to Indian Institute of Technology BHU Varanasi is conducted through the JEE Advanced entrance examination, the primary gateway for undergraduate engineering programs. Candidates must first qualify the JEE Main examination and secure a rank within the specified cutoff to become eligible for JEE Advanced. The institute follows a merit-based selection process through the Joint Seat Allocation (JoSAA) portal, where qualified candidates are allocated seats based on their JEE Advanced rank, category, and preferences for engineering disciplines across various departments.

IIT BHU Varanasi offers Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) programs in disciplines including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and other specialized fields. Eligibility requires candidates to have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. Admission is open to all Indian nationals, including candidates from general, OBC, SC, and ST categories, with appropriate reservations as per government norms. The institute also awards scholarships and financial assistance to meritorious and economically disadvantaged students.

The JEE Advanced examination is typically conducted in May-June every year, with online registration and admit card download processes released well in advance. IIT BHU follows the centralized JoSAA seat allocation process, which involves multiple counselling rounds for seat filling. Candidates are advised to regularly check the official JoSAA website and IIT BHU's admission portal for important dates, cutoff lists, and seat allocation results. Post-admission, students benefit from strong academic infrastructure, experienced faculty, research opportunities, and excellent placement records with leading national and international companies.

Eligibility Criteria

For B.Tech programmes, candidates must have passed 12th standard (Class XII) with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. They must appear for JEE Main and secure a valid score, then qualify in JEE Advanced. Admission is strictly merit-based through JOSAA/CSAB counseling according to AIR (All India Rank).

For M.Tech programmes, candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with at least 60% marks aggregate (55% for SC/ST candidates). Admission is through GATE score in relevant disciplines or department-specific entrance examinations.

For M.Sc programmes, candidates require a Bachelor's degree in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, or related streams) with minimum 55% marks. Selection is typically merit-based or through departmental entrance examinations depending on the specialization offered.

Application Process

1

Appear for JEE Main examination and secure a qualifying score

2

Register for JEE Advanced exam if you rank among top qualifiers

3

Appear for JEE Advanced examination

4

Register for JOSAA/CSAB counseling with your JEE Advanced rank

5

Fill choice of college and programme options during counseling rounds

6

Receive seat allotment based on merit, preferences, and availability

7

Report to campus for registration and document verification

8

Complete hostel allocation and academic orientation

Important Admission Dates 2026

Event Programme Date
JEE Main Exam B.Tech January - April 2026
JEE Main Results B.Tech April 2026
JEE Advanced Registration B.Tech May 2026
JEE Advanced Exam B.Tech June 2026
JOSAA/CSAB Counseling Registration Opens B.Tech June 2026
Seat Allotment Rounds B.Tech June - July 2026
M.Tech Application Deadline M.Tech June 2026
M.Tech Entrance Exam / Merit Announcement M.Tech July - August 2026
M.Sc Application and Selection Process M.Sc June - August 2026
Academic Session Commences All Programmes August 2026

Seat Matrix

Course Total Seats Duration Admission Mode
B.Tech 1000 4 Years Entrance Exam
M.Tech 500 2 Years Entrance Exam

Entrance Exams Accepted

Latest Cutoff Summary

Exam Course Category Closing Rank
JEE Advanced - General 2487
JEE Advanced - OBC-NCL 1053
JEE Advanced - SC 461
GATE - General -
GATE - OBC-NCL -