THE NEET UG 2026 exam will be tentatively held on May 3, 2026. Registration is expected to open in the first week of February, with no changes in the exam pattern.
The JEE Advanced 2026 exam schedule will be released soon on jeeadv.ac.in. The exam is expected to take place in the third week of May 2026, while registrations are likely to begin in April 2026 after the announcement of JEE Main Session 2 results. JEE Advanced will be conducted in a computer-based format and will comprise two papers.
The GATE 2026 Admit Card for Computer Science & IT will be available on January 2, 2026 at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The CS exam is scheduled for February 8, 2026, and will be held in two sessions: CS1 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and CS2 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, established in 1919 as Banaras Engineering College and designated as an IIT in 2012 through an Act of Parliament, is a premier public technical institute of national importance, approved by UGC and AICTE. Renowned for blending a century-old legacy of academic excellence with cutting-edge innovation, IIT (BHU) emphasizes interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and holistic development, fostering engineers and leaders who drive technological and societal progress. Popularly called “The Cradle of Engineering Excellence,” the institute prioritizes value-based education, entrepreneurial mindset, and practical problem-solving through its rigorous techno-academic framework.
The institute’s flagship 4-year B.Tech program, offered across 11 core engineering disciplines including Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, and Mining Engineering, along with integrated dual-degree (IDD) options, integrates advanced specializations in emerging areas like AI, Data Science, VLSI Design, and Renewable Energy. The curriculum, continually updated for autonomy, incorporates industry-relevant modules in partnership with global firms and features hands-on learning via project-based courses, simulations, and capstone projects. Delivery methods include interactive lectures, collaborative labs, flipped classrooms, and experiential assignments, supplemented by weekly skill-building sessions on technical communication, innovation workshops, entrepreneurship bootcamps, coding challenges, cultural immersion, sports, and outreach initiatives.
IIT (BHU) boasts a sprawling 1,300-acre fully residential campus within the Banaras Hindu University ecosystem, featuring smart classrooms with AV aids, world-class research labs (including high-tech tools like Transmission Electron Microscopes), central and departmental libraries with over 1,38,000 volumes and digital resources, computer centers, auditoriums, amphitheaters, multi-sport complexes (tennis, squash, basketball, volleyball), multi-gyms, wellness centers with yoga and meditation halls, on-campus hostels with Wi-Fi and 24/7 security, medical facilities, and study abroad exchanges. The institute achieved a 92.33% placement rate in the 2024-25 phase (as of November 2025), with the highest package at ₹2.2 CPA and over 350 recruiters participating, including 297 PPOs. Leading recruiters encompass Google, Microsoft, Uber, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, Qualcomm, Flipkart, Tata Steel, ITC, Samsung, and Accenture, bolstered by a global alumni network of over 7,000 strong and vibrant corporate ties via the Student Alumni Interaction Cell (SAIC).
Fees are based on the 2026 structure and include tuition, one-time charges, hostel, and mess estimates where applicable. Seat intake reflects total available seats across specializations.
| Course | Duration | Total Fees | Seat Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | 4 years | ₹ 10.41 Lakhs | 1,589 |
| M.Tech | 2 years | ₹ 1.25 Lakhs | 450 |
| M.Pharma | 2 years | ₹ 1.25 Lakhs | 48 |
| B.Arch | 5 years | ₹ 12.95 Lakhs | 55 |
| M.Sc | 2 years | ₹ 1.25 Lakhs | 120 |
| Ph.D | 3-5 years | ₹ 88,445 (per year) | 324 |
IIT BHU Admission Process 2026: Qualify JEE Main Jan/Apr for Advanced May 18, results June 9, JoSAA registration June 10-18 for branch choices, 7 rounds to July 25 reporting with Rs 30,000 fee.
IIT BHU Important Dates 2026: JEE Main Session 1 Jan 22-31, Session 2 Apr 2-9; Advanced registration Apr 25-May 2, exam May 18, results June 9; JoSAA June 10-18, Round 1 June 20, classes July 26.
The IIT BHU Placement Report 2025 highlights a robust season managed by the Training and Placement Cell, starting with Pre-Placement Talks in August and culminating in Phase 2 by March 2026. Registered students underwent aptitude tests and mock interviews, leading to diverse roles in IT, consulting, and manufacturing.
| Parameter | Statistic |
|---|---|
| Registered Students | 1,698 |
| Total Job Offers | 1,416 (including 297 PPOs) |
| Companies Visited | 300+ |
| Placement Rate (Overall) | 83.4% |
| International Offers | 22 |
| Internships Converted to PPOs | 502 |
IIT (BHU) Varanasi JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 has been released for admission to the BTech program. Round-wise All India opening and closing ranks for admission to the BTech program at IIT (BHU) Varanasi for general category students are given below:
IIT BHU BTech JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 for Round 6 has been released. The cutoff for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in the general category (All India, Gender-Neutral) is 1489 (closing rank). The IIT BHU BTech JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 for various specializations in the general category is given below:
| Academic Program Name | Opening Rank | Closing Rank |
| Architecture (5 Years, Bachelor of Architecture) | 18471 | 20792 |
| Biochemical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 11390 | 13255 |
| Bioengineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 11380 | 12759 |
| Ceramic Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 10901 | 13064 |
| Chemical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 6239 | 8381 |
| Civil Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 7606 | 10278 |
| Computer Science and Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 747 | 1489 |
| Electrical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 2343 | 3537 |
| Electronics Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 1956 | 2635 |
| Engineering Physics (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 5457 | 8441 |
| Industrial Chemistry (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 9815 | 12721 |
| Materials Science and Technology (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 7517 | 10851 |
| Mathematics and Computing (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 1481 | 1924 |
| Mechanical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 4787 | 7286 |
| Metallurgical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 8214 | 11398 |
| Mining Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 11434 | 14243 |
| Pharmaceutical Engineering & Technology (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology) | 11585 | 14447 |
B.Tech
B.Tech in Pharmaceutics (Engineering)B.Tech+M.Tech
B.Tech+M.Tech in Pharmaceutics (Engineering)MSc
MSc in Physics (Science)IIT BHU stand globally for 2026 QS places it at 566th worldwide (score 29.3), climbing from 531 in 2025 on citations per faculty (45.2), while NIRF holds 10th in Engineering with 67.24 score—strong in perception (98/100).
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Position | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 10 | 67.24 |
| NIRF | Overall | 31 | 60.03 |
| QS World | Global | 566 | 29.3 |
| QS Asia | Asia | 271-280 | - |
| THE | Engineering | 201-250 | - |
Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi is a fully residential institute set on a sprawling 1,300-acre green campus along the banks of the Ganga. It houses over 8,000 students in 19 well-equipped hostels (AC/non-AC rooms with Wi-Fi, mess, and recreation facilities), features more than 50 advanced labs including VLSI Fab, Robotics (ABB arms), and TEM, and offers a 24×7 central library with 1.4 lakh+ books and 50,000+ e-journals. The campus provides a 24-bed hospital with telemedicine, a 400-acre sports complex (cricket, football, tennis, squash, swimming; hosts Khelo India), smart classrooms, auditoriums, amphitheatre, free shuttles, 100% Wi-Fi coverage, and solar-powered sustainable operations. Blending heritage architecture with modern infrastructure, IIT BHU delivers a vibrant, eco-friendly environment for academics, research, and holistic growth.
Merit-cum-Means covers 25% SC/ST at ₹1,000/month, while institute merit awards ₹5,000/semester to top 5% JEE rankers—apply via NSP portal by July 2026.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Amount | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merit-cum-Means | Family income <₹5L, 75% marks | ₹1,000-₹4,000/month | 500+ |
| SC/ST Fee Remission | SC/ST category | Full tuition waiver | All eligible |
| INSPIRE | Top 1% Class 12, JEE rank <10,000 | ₹80,000/year | 100 |
| PG Merit | GATE top 200, 8 CGPA | ₹12,400/month | 200 |
Register on jeeadv.ac.in by April 2026 (₹2,800 GEN fee), upload Class 12 marks (75% min), then JoSAA choice-filling post-results—document verification at Varanasi center July 2026.
BHU edges in research output (22nd NIRF) and lower fees (₹2.2L vs ₹2.5L), but Kanpur leads placements (₹28 LPA avg); vs. MNNIT Allahabad, BHU's JEE-only entry trumps JEE Main access with 100% placement vs 89%.
| Aspect | IIT BHU | MNNIT Allahabad |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engg Rank 2025 | 10 | 45 |
| Avg Package 2025 | ₹23 LPA | ₹13 LPA |
| Annual Fee | ₹2.2L | ₹1.25L |
| Seat Intake (CSE) | 130 | 90 |
No, Mathematics is a compulsory subject in Class 12 for a student aspiring to pursue MSc Chemistry at IITs. Mathematics is a compulsory prerequisite during the undergraduate program as well. Specifically, IIT JAM (the Joint Admission Test for Masters) eligibility for MSc Chemistry requires that candidates have completed a bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related subject with at least 50-55% marks.
Dear student, IIT BHU offers a four-year B.Tech program in Pharmacy, and not a B.Pharmacy course.