Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi (IIT (BHU) Varanasi) is a government institution in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, established in 1919. B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm and dual-degree seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE.
Key facts
- Location
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
- Type
- Government: Institute of National Importance
- Established
- 1919
- Main entrance
- JEE Advanced
- Official website
- iitbhu.ac.in
Admission route
The usual path into IIT (BHU) Varanasi's main undergraduate or flagship programme.
- Class 12 with PCM
- JEE Main
- JEE Advanced
- JoSAA counselling
- Seat allotment and reporting
Began as the Banaras Engineering College in 1919; it became an IIT in 2012.
Programmes
Programmes at IIT (BHU) Varanasi. Check the official website for the full list, seat matrix and current fees.
| Programme | Level | Enquire |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | Undergraduate | Enquire: B.Tech at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| B.Arch | Undergraduate | Enquire: B.Arch at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| B.Pharm | Undergraduate | Enquire: B.Pharm at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| Integrated dual degree | Integrated | Enquire: Integrated dual degree at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| M.Tech | Postgraduate | Enquire: M.Tech at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| PhD | Doctoral | Enquire: PhD at Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
Entrance exams IIT (BHU) Varanasi accepts
- JEE AdvancedB.Tech and BS at the IITs
- JEE MainB.Tech at NITs, IIITs and state colleges; the first step to the IITs
- GATEM.Tech, PhD and public-sector jobs
Questions about IIT (BHU) Varanasi
How do I get admission to IIT (BHU) Varanasi?
B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm and dual-degree seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE.
Which entrance exams does IIT (BHU) Varanasi accept?
IIT (BHU) Varanasi uses JEE Advanced, JEE Main and GATE, depending on the programme. B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm and dual-degree seats are allotted through JoSAA counselling on JEE Advanced ranks. M.Tech uses GATE.
Is IIT (BHU) Varanasi a government or private institution?
IIT (BHU) Varanasi is a government institution (Institute of National Importance).
Where is IIT (BHU) Varanasi?
IIT (BHU) Varanasi is in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India.
When was IIT (BHU) Varanasi established?
IIT (BHU) Varanasi was established in 1919. Began as the Banaras Engineering College in 1919; it became an IIT in 2012.
Last reviewed 14 Oct 2026. Admission rules, dates and eligibility change every year, so confirm them on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.
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