About Department of Metallurgical Engineering, IIT (BHU) Varanasi
The Department of Metallurgical Engineering at IIT (BHU) Varanasi, dating to 1923, offers a B.Tech, an integrated dual degree, a two-year M.Tech and PhD research.
Metallurgy is one of the oldest engineering subjects taught at Banaras, with the department at IIT (BHU) Varanasi tracing its start to 1923. It runs a four-year B.Tech in Metallurgical Engineering and an integrated dual degree that adds a master’s year, both entered through JEE Advanced. Graduates can stay on for a two-year M.Tech, and the department also guides doctoral research. Research groups work on computational materials engineering, extractive metallurgy, electron microscopy, mechanical and physical metallurgy, and corrosion and electrochemistry. The department is on the IIT (BHU) campus within Banaras Hindu University.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Advanced |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology Accepts: GATE |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
Undergraduate seats in the B.Tech and the integrated dual degree are filled through JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling. M.Tech applicants apply on the IIT (BHU) PG admission portal using a GATE score. PhD candidates apply on the same portal and are selected by the department after shortlisting and an interview.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Labs
- Library
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Frequently asked questions
When did metallurgy teaching start at IIT BHU?
The department dates its founding to 1923.
Which degrees does the department offer?
B.Tech, an integrated dual degree (IDD), a two-year M.Tech and PhD.
What research areas does it cover?
Computational materials engineering, extractive, mechanical and physical metallurgy, electron microscopy, and corrosion.
Sources
Information verified on 25 Oct 2026
- Department of Metallurgical Engineering - IIT (BHU) · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
- IIT (BHU) Varanasi - India Science and Technology portal · Government portal, accessed 25 Oct 2026
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