IIT BHU vs IIT ISM Dhanbad vs IIT Roorkee

Compare IIT BHU Varanasi, IIT ISM Dhanbad, and IIT Roorkee: JEE Advanced cutoffs, branch-wise placements, fees, NIRF rankings, and campus highlights for 2026.

Comparing 3 Colleges

IIT Comparison

IIT (BHU) Varanasi

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - 221005

NIRF Rank#10

B.Tech Fees₹2.1 L/yr

Avg Package₹17.08 L

Rating4.3/5

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IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 826004

NIRF Rank#15

B.Tech Fees₹3.0 L/yr

Avg Package₹20.61 L

Rating4.1/5

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IIT Roorkee

Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667

NIRF Rank#6

B.Tech Fees₹2.2 L/yr

Avg Package₹18.34 L

Rating4.3/5

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Detailed Comparison

Parameter	IIT (BHU) Varanasi Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - 221005 View College →	IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 826004 View College →	IIT Roorkee Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667 View College →
NIRF Ranking	#10	#15	#6
Established	1919	1926	1847
Location	Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh - 221005	Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand - 826004	Roorkee, Uttarakhand - 247667
Courses Offered	103+	121+	126+
Faculty Count	400+	300+	420+
B.Tech Fees	₹2.1 L/yr	₹3.0 L/yr	₹2.2 L/yr
Hostel Fees	₹17,000/semester	₹18,000/semester	₹18,000/semester
Average Package	₹17.08 L	₹20.61 L	₹18.34 L
Highest Package	₹1.7 Cr	₹66.14 L	₹1.5 Cr
Placement Rate	92%	73.69%	93%
Overall Rating	4.3/5	4.1/5	4.3/5

Top Recruiters

IIT (BHU) Varanasi

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

IIT Roorkee

Key Insights

Best NIRF Ranking

IIT Roorkee has the best NIRF ranking among these colleges.

Highest Placement

IIT (BHU) Varanasi offers the highest placement package of ₹1.7 Cr.

Most Affordable

IIT Roorkee has the most affordable fee structure with B.Tech fees at ₹2.2 L/yr.

Best Rating

IIT (BHU) Varanasi has the highest overall rating of 4.3/5.

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Detailed Analysis

Placement Comparison

IIT (BHU) Varanasi

Average:₹17.08 L

Highest:₹1.7 Cr

Rate:92%

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Average:₹20.61 L

Highest:₹66.14 L

Rate:73.69%

IIT Roorkee

Average:₹18.34 L

Highest:₹1.5 Cr

Rate:93%

Fees Structure

IIT (BHU) Varanasi

B.Tech:₹2.1 L/yr

Hostel:₹17,000/semester

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

B.Tech:₹3.0 L/yr

Hostel:₹18,000/semester

IIT Roorkee

B.Tech:₹2.2 L/yr

Hostel:₹18,000/semester

Campus & Infrastructure

IIT (BHU) Varanasi

Established: 1919

Campus: -

Students: 5500+

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Established: 1926

Campus: 393 acres

Students: 4500+

IIT Roorkee

Established: 1847

Campus: -

Students: 7500+

Frequently Asked Questions

Which college has better placement opportunities among IIT (BHU) Varanasi and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and IIT Roorkee?

Based on the comparison, IIT (BHU) Varanasi offers the highest average package of ₹17.08 L. However, placement opportunities depend on your branch, skills, and performance during interviews.

What is the fee difference between these colleges?

The most affordable option is IIT (BHU) Varanasi with B.Tech fees of ₹2.1 L/yr. The difference in fees can be significant, so consider your budget while making a decision.

Which college is better for Computer Science?

IIT (BHU) Varanasi is known for its exceptional Computer Science program with strong industry connections. However, IIT (BHU) Varanasi also offers excellent CS education with better overall brand value.

How do I get admission in these colleges?

Admissions to these colleges are primarily through JEE Main and JEE Advanced exams. For IITs, you need a valid JEE Advanced score. For NITs, IIITs, and GFTIs, JEE Main rank is considered. Check the official JoSAA counseling website for detailed admission procedures and cutoffs.

What factors should I consider while choosing between these colleges?

Consider NIRF ranking, placement records, fee structure, location, campus facilities, faculty expertise, and your personal preferences. If you're interested in research, look for colleges with strong research programs. For placements, check the average packages and top recruiting companies.

Admission Process

For IITs

Qualify JEE Main → Appear for JEE Advanced → Qualify Advanced → Register for JoSAA Counseling → Choice Filling → Seat Allotment → Report to College

For NITs, IIITs, GFTIs

Qualify JEE Main → Register for JoSAA Counseling → Choice Filling → Seat Allotment Based on JEE Main Rank → Report to College

Important: All admissions to these colleges are conducted through JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counseling. Visit josaa.nic.in for official information.