B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering 

at IIT BHU, Varanasi

Pursuing a BTech programme at IIT BHU is highly worthwhile due to its impressive placement track record. With the 2022 placement figures revealing a the highest package of INR 40.18 LPA and an average of INR 21.89 LPA, along with a substantial increment of 68.71% and 303 visiting companies, the institution offers excellent career prospects. Moreover, in 2023, a the highest package of INR 1.2 crore per annum and an average of INR 23.13 LPA. Its consistently high NIRF ranking, with a rank of 15 in 2023. The fee for the programme ranges between INR 3.2 Lacs - INR 8.5 lakh. Considering the fee and the total package secured this seems to be agood return on the investment.

In 2022, IIT BHU witnessed a remarkable the highest package of INR 2.05 crore per annum and an average package of INR 21.89 LPA. Top recruiters included Rakuten, Uber, Zeta, Microsoft SWE, and Oracle. However, in 2023, while the highest package slightly decreased to INR 1.2 crore per annum, the average package improved to INR 23.13 LPA, with Graviton Research Capital emerging as the top recruiter. These trends showcase the institution's strong placement record and its ability to attract prestigious employers.

The following table is a list of a few top recruiters that visited IIT BHU campus during the placement drive 2022:

To apply for a BTech course at IIT Varanasi, follow these specific steps:

Step 1: Visit the official website of IIT Varanasi. On the homepage, click on 'Admissions.' From the drop-down menu, select 'Announcements.'

Step 2: Click on the 'Apply Now' button to proceed.

Step 3: Candidates will be directed to the registration page. Click on 'New User Register Here.' Register by providing essential details such as your name, email ID, contact number, course preference, etc. Additionally, create a password for future logins.

Step 4: Complete the rest of the application form by providing information regarding your guardian, communication address, academic qualifications, etc.

Step 5: Upload the necessary documents in PDF format. Also, upload a passport-size photograph in JPG/JPEG format, along with your signature.

Step 6: Finalise your application by making the required payment of the application fee using a debit card, credit card, or net banking. Once the fee is paid, submit your application.

This process specifically applies to applying for BTech courses at IIT Varanasi.

IIT BHU does offer integrated BTech and M.Tech programmes in various specialisations. These programmes allow students to complete both their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a combined format. Eligibility criteria often include a minimum of 75% in Class 12 (or equivalent) board exams, in addition to meeting other qualifying conditions, for admission to these integrated courses.

The right approach and a preparation plan for admission to BTech at IIT Varanasi is all that is needed to ace JEE Main. While students who are serious about getting into an IIT start preparing from Class 11, a prep strategy for the exam is mentioned below:

• Choose the reference books wisely
• Solve as many Mock Tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing FREE Downloadable JEE Main Mock Test Paper (with Solutions). 
• Revise as much as possible
• Cross-check section-wise weightage & syllabus for all subjects covered in JEE Main
• Solve previous year’s JEE question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there
• To secure admission into prestigious institutions such as the IITs, NITs and IIITs, it is essential for the aspirants to have a strong command on the material taught in their class 11 and class 12. Shiksha is offering free NCERT questions and solutions to aid JEE candidates in excelling in these classes. To access the NCERT solutions, click on the below links:

To gain admission to BTech programmes at IIT Varanasi, candidates must meet the eligibility criteria set by JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Eligible applicants are those who have successfully completed their Class 12 education in the Science stream with a minimum aggregate of 75% (or 65% for SC/ST/PwD candidates). Additionally, candidates must possess the necessary documents as evidence of their eligibility.

IIT Varanasi Cutoff 2024 was concluded for admission to BTech, BArch and other courses, based on candidates' performance in JEE Advanced. As per the last-round cutoff, the closing cutoff for various courses ranged between 1071 and 22390. The toughest course out of all was BTech in Computer Science and Engineering, with the last-round closing rank of 107, for the General AI category candidates. The least competitive course was BArch, with the last-round cutoff of 22390, for the General AI category. Therefore, it s possible to get into IIT Varanasi with JEE Advanced arank of 9000. A few courses available at a rank of 9000 are BTech in Civil Engineering, BTech in Metallurgical Engineering, BTech in Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology.

The last year 2022 cutoff ranks for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology, BHU, Varanasi other than General category are - 389 for OBC, 218 for SC, 121 for ST, 125 for EWS, 51 for PWD. While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE exam, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female.

IIT Varanasi Cutoff 2024 was concluded for MSc admission. The Institute provides admission to MSc courses on the basis of performance in IIT JAM exam. During the last-round cutoff for MSc admission, the cutoff was released for - MSc in Physics and MSc in Chemistry. Candidates can check the cutoff ranks for the General AI Category in the table below: