IIHT Varanasi Admission 2026: Dates, Form, Online Process, Fees

Indian Institute of Handloom Technology (IIHT), under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, offers admission for 2025 through merit-based and entrance-based processes for its undergraduate, diploma, and postgraduate programs. Established in 1956, IIHT operates multiple campuses in Varanasi, Salem, Guwahati, Jodhpur, Bargarh, and Fulia (central sector), and Kannur, Venkatagiri, Gadag, and Champa (state sector), with all programs approved by AICTE. IIHT provides specialized courses in handloom and textile technology, including BTech in Handloom and Textile Technology, Diploma in Handloom and Textile Technology (DHTT), and Post Diploma in Textile Processing. Admissions to BTech are based on JEE Main or CUET UG scores followed by JoSAA/UPTAC counselling, while diploma programs are merit-based or through state-specific processes. Below are the details for eligibility, selection criteria, application process, and important dates for IIHT admission 2025.

IIHT Admission Highlights 2025

IIHT Admission 2025 Dates

IIHT BTech Admission 2025

IIHT offers a full-time BTech in Handloom and Textile Technology for 4 years, available at Varanasi and Salem campuses. Admission is based on JEE Main or CUET UG scores, followed by JoSAA (for Varanasi) or UPTAC (for Salem) counselling. The eligibility criteria require passing 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). BTech fees are approximately INR 2.00 Lakhs for the entire duration. Students receive a stipend of INR 2,500/month based on 80% attendance. More details about IIHT BTech are tabulated below:

IIHT BTech (Lateral Entry) Admission 2025

IIHT offers lateral entry to the second year of BTech in Handloom and Textile Technology for diploma holders, available at Varanasi and Salem. The program duration is 3 years. Admission is based on CUET UG scores or merit in the qualifying examination, followed by UPTAC counselling. The eligibility criteria require a Diploma in Handloom Technology or related Textile field with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). The maximum age limit is 27 years for SC/ST and 25 years for others as of July 15, 2025. Fees are approximately INR 1.50 Lakhs for the entire duration.

IIHT Diploma in Handloom and Textile Technology (DHTT) Admission 2025

IIHT offers a full-time Diploma in Handloom and Textile Technology (DHTT) for 3 years at all central sector campuses (Varanasi, Salem, Guwahati, Jodhpur, Bargarh, Fulia). Admission is merit-based, based on marks in the qualifying examination, followed by counselling at the institute. The eligibility criteria require passing 10th or 10+2 with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST), with an age limit of 15–23 years (15–25 for SC/ST) as of July 15, 2025. DHTT fees are approximately INR 60,000 for the entire duration, with a stipend of INR 2,500/month based on 80% attendance. More details about IIHT DHTT are tabulated below:

IIHT Post Diploma in Textile Processing Admission 2025

IIHT offers a full-time Post Diploma in Textile Processing for 1.5 years at Varanasi and Salem. Admission is merit-based, based on marks in the qualifying examination. The eligibility criteria require a Diploma in Handloom/Textile Technology or a bachelor’s degree in Textile Technology/Chemistry with at least 45% marks (40% for SC/ST). Fees are approximately INR 30,000 for the entire duration. More details about IIHT Post Diploma are tabulated below: