About Banaras Institute of Teacher’s Education
BITE Varanasi is a private college at Babatpur, Varanasi, offering B.Ed, D.El.Ed, B.P.Ed, MBA and general UG and PG degrees.
Banaras Institute of Teacher’s Education (BITE) was founded in 2003 by the Purwanchal Educational Trust and sits at Babatpur, on the airport side of Varanasi. It began as a teacher-training college and still runs B.Ed, B.P.Ed and D.El.Ed, but it now also teaches BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA and BCA, along with M.Com, several MA subjects and an MBA. Most degrees are affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, while the MBA is affiliated to AKTU and approved by AICTE. Tuition is modest: the BA costs about ₹7,000 in the first year and the BBA ₹40,000 a year.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Full-time | 3 yrs | 480 | ₹7,000 | ₹22,500 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Business Administration | Full-time | 3 yrs | 60 | ₹40,000 | ₹1,20,000 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | Full-time | 3 yrs | 240 | ₹13,000 | ₹40,500 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Computer Applications | Full-time | 3 yrs | 60 | ₹40,000 | ₹1,20,000 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Education | Full-time | 2 yrs | 100 | ₹52,000 | ₹82,000 2026–27 |
| Bachelor of Science | Full-time | 3 yrs | 240 | ₹13,000 | ₹40,500 2026–27 |
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | ₹11,000 | ₹22,000 2026–27 |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | 2 yrs | 60 | ₹80,000 | ₹1,60,000 2026–27 |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | 2 yrs | 60 | ₹15,000 | ₹30,000 2026–27 |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Merit, Entrance test
Students apply online through the BITE Pravesh portal, which is free and has five short steps. Selection is on merit or through an entrance test, depending on the programme; BBA, BCA and B.Com have an entrance test. Fees can be paid in two parts, 60% at admission and 40% by mid-session.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Arts: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Business Administration: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks
- Bachelor of Commerce: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks and may ask for Mathematics or Accountancy
- Bachelor of Computer Applications: Studying in: Class 12; any stream; universities set their own minimum marks (some run a mathematics bridge course)
- Bachelor of Education: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's and/or master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Bachelor of Science: Studying in: Class 12; Science stream usually required; universities set subject and minimum mark rules
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Scholarships and fee waivers
Fee concessions for SC, ST, OBC, EWS and PwD students as per UP Government and UGC norms; scholarships of up to full tuition in some cases.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
- Sports
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Other colleges in Varanasi
Rajarshi School of Management and Technology
Kashi Institute of Technology
Shri Agrasen Kanya PG College
Harish Chandra Post Graduate College
Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies
Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith
Frequently asked questions
Which university is BITE Varanasi affiliated to?
Most programmes are affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith, and the MBA is affiliated to AKTU, Lucknow.
What is the MBA fee at BITE for 2026-27?
Tuition is ₹40,000 per semester, or ₹1,60,000 for the two-year course
How many seats does BITE have for B.Ed?
The admissions page lists 100 B.Ed seats.
Is there an application fee?
No, the online application on BITE Pravesh is free.
Sources
Information verified on 10 Oct 2026
- BITE Varanasi home · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- About BITE · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Fee Structure 2026-27 · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
- Admissions · Official site, accessed 10 Oct 2026
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