Harcourt Butler Technical University: Admission 2026, Courses, Fees, Ranking & Kanpur Nagar Campus Life

About Harcourt Butler Technological University - [HBTU] Kanpur

Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur, formerly Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, is a state government technical university located in Kanpur Nagar, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1921 as HBTI, it was upgraded to a state technical university in 2016 by the Government of Uttar Pradesh under the UP HBTU Act, 2016. It functions as a unitary, non-collegiate public university with administrative autonomy and is governed by the state government.

HBTU holds a NAAC A+ grade in its first cycle and is ranked in the 201–300 band in the NIRF 2025 Engineering category and in the 51–100 band among State Public Universities. The university offers B.Tech., B.Pharm., BBA, BS-MS, M.Tech., MBA, MCA and PhD programmes in engineering, technology, pharmacy, management and applied sciences. It is recognized by UGC and approved by AICTE for its technical programmes, with strong industry linkages and a legacy of over a century in technical education.

Key Highlights

Parameter	Details
Full Name	Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur
Established	1921 (as HBTI), 2016 (as HBTU)
Type	State Government University
Affiliation	Autonomous
Approved By	UGC, AICTE
NAAC Grade	A+ (First Cycle)
NIRF 2025	#201–300 in Engineering
NIRF 2025	#51–100 in State Public Universities
Campus	348 acres, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Courses	UG + PG + PhD
Popular Programmes	B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering
Website	https://hbtu.ac.in

Admission Dates 2026

Harcourt Butler Technological University (HBTU) Kanpur admits students to BTech through JEE Main with central/state counselling, while MBA admissions run via CAT, CMAT, AIMA-MAT, CUET-PG and, if needed, a university entrance test. For 2026, the schedule follows the 2025–26 admission pattern with application and counselling conducted online through the university admission portal.

Programme	Event	Date
University-level Admissions (All Eligible UG & PG)	Application Portal Opens (Central HBTU Admission Portal)	15 May 2026
University-level Admissions (All Eligible UG & PG)	Last Date to Apply (Central HBTU Admission Portal)	15 June 2026
MBA	Phase I Online Registration (CAT 2025 / CMAT 2026 / AIMA-MAT 2025–26 / CUET-PG 2026)	01 April 2026
MBA	Phase I Registration Deadline	30 April 2026
MBA	Phase II Registration (Including UET-2026 option if seats remain)	01 June 2026
MBA	Phase II Registration Deadline	30 June 2026
MBA	GD/PI Rounds (On-campus)	15 July 2026
MBA	University Entrance Test UET-2026 (If seats remain after 3rd counselling round)	31 July 2026

Admission Process

Harcourt Butler Technological University (HBTU) Kanpur offers BTech admissions through JEE Main-based online/offline HBTU counselling, while other UG and PG programmes such as BBA, MCA, MTech, MBA and MSc use CUET-UG, CUET-PG or national tests with separate university-level counselling. Admissions are strictly entrance-based with document verification and fee payment to confirm the seat.

BTech Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Register for JEE Main and appear for the exam.
2. Check HBTU BTech admission guidelines and counselling schedule on hbtu.ac.in.
3. Register for HBTU BTech counselling on the HBTU admission portal within the deadline.
4. Fill and lock choices of BTech branches and confirm submission.
5. Check seat allotment result for each counselling round.
6. Report for on-campus document verification on the allotted date.
7. Pay the prescribed admission fee to confirm the BTech seat.

BBA Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Apply for and appear in CUET-UG with BBA/HBTU as a preferred option.
2. Check HBTU BBA admission notice and seat matrix on the official website.
3. Register on the university admission portal for BBA counselling.
4. Fill programme preference and submit required details online.
5. View the BBA merit list / seat allotment based on CUET-UG score.
6. Report at HBTU with original documents for verification.
7. Deposit the annual BBA fee to finalize admission.

MBA Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Appear in CAT, MAT, CMAT or CUET-PG and obtain a valid score.
2. Fill the HBTU MBA application form on hbtu.ac.in within the notified dates.
3. Upload scorecard and academic details, then pay the application fee.
4. Check shortlist status for GD and PI on the MBA admission page.
5. Attend GD and personal interview at the HBTU campus.
6. Verify documents on selection and pay the MBA admission fee.

MCA Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Appear for NIMCET or CUET-PG with MCA as the target programme.
2. Check HBTU MCA admission notification and eligibility on the official website.
3. Register for MCA admission/counselling through the HBTU portal.
4. Submit exam details, academic records and preferences.
5. Download the MCA seat allotment letter when declared.
6. Complete document verification at HBTU.
7. Pay the prescribed MCA annual fee to confirm the seat.

MTech Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Appear for GATE in the relevant engineering discipline.
2. Check HBTU MTech specialisations and eligibility on hbtu.ac.in.
3. Submit the online MTech application with GATE details and pay the fee.
4. Participate in HBTU MTech counselling or merit-based allotment.
5. Download provisional admission offer after allotment.
6. Report at the institute for document verification.
7. Deposit the MTech programme fee to secure admission.

MSc Admission

Steps to Apply

1. Appear in IIT JAM or CUET-PG for the relevant MSc discipline.
2. Check HBTU MSc admission advertisement and list of disciplines.
3. Apply online for MSc on the HBTU admission portal with exam scores.
4. Monitor merit list / allotment notification for MSc programmes.
5. Attend document verification at the university on the given date.
6. Pay the annual MSc fee to complete the admission process.

Eligibility Criteria & Fees

Programme	Qualification	Entrance Exam	Min %	Fees (per year)
BTech	10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Computer Science	JEE Main	60% (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD)	₹1,35,000
BTech (Lateral Entry)	3-year Engineering Diploma in relevant branch	CUET	60%	₹1,35,000
BBA	10+2 or equivalent in any stream	CUET-UG	60% (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD)	₹70,000
MBA	Bachelor’s degree in any discipline	CAT/MAT/CMAT/CUET-PG	55%	₹1,10,000
MCA	Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics/Statistics/Engineering/Technology or BCA	NIMCET / CUET-PG	60% (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD)	₹90,000
MTech	BE/BTech in relevant discipline	GATE / CUET-PG	55%	₹1,00,000
MSc	BSc or equivalent degree in relevant subject	IIT JAM / CUET-PG	55%	₹60,000

Documents Required

• JEE Main / CUET / CAT / MAT / CMAT / NIMCET / GATE / IIT JAM scorecard (as applicable)
• Class 10 mark sheet and certificate
• Class 12 mark sheet and certificate
• Graduation mark sheets and degree certificate (for PG programmes)
• Transfer Certificate and Migration Certificate
• Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS), if applicable
• Domicile certificate, if applicable
• Recent passport-size photographs
• Photo ID proof (Aadhaar card/Passport/Voter ID)
• Medical fitness certificate in prescribed format
• Fee payment proof / demand draft details

Cutoff 2025

HBTU Kanpur BTech admissions in 2025 are through JEE Main ranks via the HBTU Admission & e-Counselling portal, with branch-wise opening–closing ranks published separately for All India and Home State candidates. CSE and IT remain the most competitive branches, followed by core branches like Electronics and Electrical, while specialised chemical and interdisciplinary branches close at comparatively higher ranks.

Exam	Branch/Course	General	OBC	SC	ST	EWS
JEE Main	B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (All India)	11799	42488	218777	209184	35332
JEE Main	B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Home State)	26726	75748	405203	209184	35332
JEE Main	B.Tech Information Technology (Home State)	45665	102388	1233316	827607	675212
JEE Main	B.Tech Electronics Engineering (General range, all categories)	40982	75748	218777	209184	35332
JEE Main	B.Tech Electrical Engineering (General range, all categories)	40982	75748	218777	209184	35332
JEE Main	B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (General range, all categories)	52431	88886	405203	827607	675212
JEE Main	B.Tech Chemical Engineering (General range, all categories)	52431	88886	405203	827607	675212
JEE Main	B.Tech Chemical Technology (Oil Technology, All India)	43506	75748	218777	209184	35332
JEE Main	B.Tech Biochemical Engineering (General range, all categories)	79788	102388	1233316	827607	675212
JEE Main	B.Tech Paint / Plastic / Food Tech & BS+MS Mathematics (General range, all categories)	92684	107282	1233316	827607	675212

Placements 2025

Harcourt Butler Technological University (HBTU) Kanpur strong placements for the 2024 graduating batch in the NIRF 2025 data, with high hiring volumes and stable salary outcomes for B.Tech students. Official data highlights solid median and average packages with good placement coverage across branches.

Placement Statistics

Parameter	Value
Highest Package	₹32 LPA
Average Package	₹7 LPA
Median Package	₹6.50 LPA
Placement Rate	85.6%
Students Placed	638/729
Companies Visited	106

Top Recruiters

IT: Amazon, Google, Microsoft, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Nvidia

Consulting: Deloitte

Core: Adani Wilmar, L&T, Reliance Industries, Aarti Industries, Patanjali Foods, NTPC, GAIL, IOCL

Branch-wise Placement

Branch	Highest	Average	%Placed
University Overall (UG 4-year, 2024)	₹32 LPA	₹7 LPA	85.6%

Rankings & Accreditations

Harcourt Butler Technological University (HBTU) Kanpur features in NIRF 2025 in the Engineering 201–300 rank band and in the State Public Universities 51–100 band. It also holds strong positions in private rankings such as India Today and Outlook for engineering.

NIRF 2025

Category	Rank	Score
Engineering	Rank-band 201–300	–
State Public Universities	Rank-band 51–100	–

Other Rankings

Agency	Rank	Year
India Today (Engineering)	#19	2024
Outlook (B.Tech)	#23	2025

Accreditations

• NAAC: A+ (HBTU states A+ grade on its official profile; validity NAAC cycle by the university)
• NBA: Selected UG engineering programmes accredited (B.Tech branches such as Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, and others listed as NBA-accredited on the HBTU website)

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Harcourt Butler Technological University (HBTU) Kanpur students receive financial support mainly through Uttar Pradesh government fee-reimbursement scholarships, AICTE/UGC schemes and limited tuition-fee waiver seats, along with a few industry-sponsored awards. Eligible students apply via the university, the UP Scholarship Portal and the National Scholarship Portal for central and state schemes.

Institute Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount
AICTE Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) for B.Tech	Economically weaker, meritorious B.Tech candidates; seats up to 5% of approved intake; income proof and merit in counselling required	Full tuition fee waiver (100% tuition fees)
Postgraduate Scholarship for M.E./M.Tech./M.Pharm (GATE/GPAT)	GATE/GPAT-qualified students admitted to AICTE-approved PG programmes at HBTU; continuation subject to minimum 60% each semester	₹12,400 per month + ₹5,000 per year contingency for up to 2 years; reduced to ₹1,550 per month in semesters with <60% till performance improves

Government Scholarships

Scheme	For	Amount	Portal
UP Post-Matric Scholarship & Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST/OBC/Minority/General/EWS)	HBTU students who are Uttar Pradesh domicile and eligible reserved/general categories, with annual family income within UP limits (typically up to about ₹2,00,000–₹2,50,000 depending on category); regular attendance and valid documents required	Tuition-fee reimbursement and maintenance allowance; for HBTU students this covers a large part of annual tuition (around ₹1,27,500–₹1,35,000) and approved exam/other fees, credited to student/institution	UP State Scholarship Portal
Central Sector & Other NSP Scholarships (onboarded schemes where HBTU is a listed institute)	HBTU students meeting specific scheme criteria on NSP (merit, category, income ceiling such as ₹4,50,000 for some central-sector schemes, etc.)	Typically ₹10,000–₹12,000 per year in early years and up to ₹20,000 per year in later years for central-sector schemes; additional benefits depend on individual scheme	NSP

External Scholarships

• Siemens Scholarships: Typically supports meritorious, economically weaker engineering students with tuition support and stipends for duration of course, for selected HBTU students routed via the institute.
• Reliance and Other Industry-Sponsored Awards: Partial fee support or project grants for high-performing or needy students in specific branches, amounts varying by sponsor (often covering a substantial part of annual fees for selected recipients).

Comparison

HBTU Kanpur is a premier government engineering institution established in 1921, ranked in the 201-300 band by NIRF 2025 for engineering. It is compared with Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT) Gorakhpur and Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT) Prayagraj, which are similarly positioned state technical universities in Uttar Pradesh offering comparable engineering programs and placements.

Parameter	HBTU Kanpur	MMMUT Gorakhpur	MNNIT Prayagraj
Type	Government	Government	Government
Established	1921	1961	1961
NIRF 2025 Engineering	201-300	60	62
NIRF 2025 State Public University	51-100	23	Not Ranked
India Today 2025 Engineering (Government)	19	Not Available	Not Available

### Key Strengths - HBTU Kanpur: Oldest technical institution in India (established 1921), strong India Today ranking (#19 in Engineering Government category), A+ NAAC accreditation, consistent performance across multiple ranking bodies. - MMMUT Gorakhpur: Superior NIRF engineering ranking (#60), ranked 23rd among state public universities, emerging as a top technical university in eastern Uttar Pradesh. - MNNIT Prayagraj: Strong NIRF engineering ranking (#62), established reputation in central Uttar Pradesh, comparable peer institution with robust technical programs.

Campus & Infrastructure

Harcourt Butler Technical University, Kanpur is spread across two campuses – East and West – located in Nawabganj on Hastings Avenue in the northern part of Kanpur city. The East Campus is primarily academic while the West Campus is fully residential, with both campuses together covering around 323.5 acres.

Campus Details

Parameter	Details
Area	323.48 acres (East Campus 74.84 acres, West Campus 248.64 acres)
Location	Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
Nearest Railway	Kanpur Central (8 km)
Nearest Airport	Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (90 km)

Academic Facilities

• Library: 83,000+ books, 25,000+ journals & periodicals, access to IEEE, Springer Nature, ACS, Web of Science, J-Gate, E-ShodhSindhu, NDLI eBooks/archives
• Labs: Central Workshop with Foundry, Welding, Machine, Sheet Metal, Blacksmithy, Carpentry, Fitting-&-Benchworking shops
• Classrooms: MOOC recording studio and smart classrooms in the Main Building and departmental blocks

Hostel

Type	Capacity	Fee/Year
Boys	1,200	₹45,000
Girls	400	₹45,000

Other Facilities

• Central Workshop with seven shops (Foundry, Welding, Machine, Sheet Metal, Blacksmithy, Carpentry, Fitting-&-Benchworking)
• Tagore Central Library building with OPAC, reading halls, and digital resources
• Offices of Oil Technologists' Association of India (OTAI), Council of Leather Exports (CLE) Central Regional Office, Institution of Engineers (India) Kanpur Local Centre, Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers Kanpur Regional Centre, Paint and Coating Technologist Association (PACT)
• Administrative block, academic blocks, departmental buildings, and faculty housing

Frequently Asked Questions

What entrance exam do I need for BTech at HBTU Kanpur and what is the basic eligibility?

HBTU BTech admission uses JEE Main scores through its own counselling based on the JEE Main rank. Candidates must pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics plus one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Computer Science, with at least 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/PwD).

How does the BTech counselling process at HBTU work after JEE Main?

After JEE Main, candidates register on the HBTU admission portal, fill branch preferences and participate in multiple online counselling rounds, followed by internal sliding and spot rounds for vacant seats. Seat allotment depends on JEE Main rank, category, preferences and seat availability.

Is CUET required for BBA admission at HBTU Kanpur?

For BBA, HBTU uses CUET-UG scores. Candidates must pass Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate (55% for reserved categories), apply through the university portal, and seats are allotted based on CUET-UG score, category and availability in the BBA programme.

What is the approximate BTech tuition fee at HBTU Kanpur?

For the regular BTech programme, the annual tuition fee is in the range of ₹1.25–1.40 lakh, excluding hostel and examination charges. Total yearly cost including hostel, mess and other university fees generally reaches around ₹1.9–2.2 lakh for most students.

Does HBTU Kanpur offer any fee waivers or scholarships for BTech students?

HBTU students can avail state government fee reimbursement schemes for eligible UP domicile candidates based on family income and category, along with national scholarships such as NSP schemes. Institute-level tuition fee concessions are provided to some merit and reserved-category students following government norms.

Can I pay my fees at HBTU online in instalments?

The university portal allows online payment of academic and hostel fees via debit card, net banking and UPI. Fees are generally collected semester-wise rather than as a single yearly lump sum, and late fee penalties apply if the notified due dates are missed.

What kind of placements do CSE/IT students get at HBTU Kanpur?

For CSE and IT, recent on-campus placements have seen average packages around ₹10–12 lakh per annum with top offers crossing ₹40 lakh per annum in product and service-based companies. Core and analytics roles in firms like Microsoft, Amazon, Infosys, Wipro and public sector units visit regularly.

How are placements for core branches like Chemical and Mechanical at HBTU?

Chemical, Mechanical and related branches record placement percentages typically between 70–90% in recent years. Average packages for these branches lie around ₹5–7 lakh per annum, with recruiters from process industries, manufacturing, PSU-linked vendors and engineering services companies.

Does HBTU provide internship support during BTech?

The Training and Placement Cell coordinates summer internships, especially after the second and third year, by hosting company drives and circulating requirements. Many students in CSE/IT and core branches secure 1–3 month internships in industries around Kanpur, Lucknow, Noida and other industrial hubs.

How is the teaching quality and faculty profile at HBTU Kanpur?

Most departments have a high proportion of PhD-qualified faculty with experience in research and industry projects. Faculty members guide BTech projects, publish papers, conduct workshops and encourage participation in technical fests, while maintaining a structured lecture–tutorial–lab schedule.

Does HBTU Kanpur have good lab and library facilities for engineering?

HBTU runs central facilities including a Computer Centre, Central Library, Central Workshop and well-equipped departmental labs for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Electronics and Computer Science. The central library provides AC reading halls, digital resources and book lending for all programmes.

What are the hostel facilities like at HBTU (room type, Wi‑Fi, mess)?

East and West campuses together host multiple boys and girls hostels with single and shared rooms, common rooms and 24×7 Wi‑Fi. Messes provide breakfast, lunch, evening snacks and dinner, with food quality generally rated average to good; rooms are basic with fan, lights and shared washrooms.

Is hostel compulsory for first-year BTech students at HBTU?

Hostel is not strictly compulsory; students from Kanpur and nearby areas can opt to be day scholars. However, many first-year students from outside districts and other states choose hostel due to in-campus safety, easier access to classes, and the difficulty of daily commute in city traffic.

What kind of clubs, fests and extracurricular activities does HBTU have?

HBTU hosts technical societies, coding and robotics clubs, cultural and literary clubs, a yoga club and a sports club. The university organises annual technical and cultural fests, inter-college sports tournaments, workshops and hackathons using its auditoriums, grounds and multipurpose halls.

How safe is HBTU Kanpur campus and what about ragging?

The university maintains a strict anti-ragging policy with committees, surprise inspections and CCTV surveillance in hostels and academic blocks. Entry to hostels is regulated, there is a health centre on campus, and serious disciplinary action is taken against any ragging incidents.

Is there any dress code at HBTU for classes or labs?

There is no strict uniform for regular classes; students generally follow formal or smart casual dress. In chemistry, mechanical and other core labs, wearing lab coats and closed shoes is compulsory, and safety gear like goggles is required during specific practical sessions.

How far is HBTU from Kanpur city and what are the commute options for day scholars?

HBTU is located on Nawabganj road in Kanpur, roughly 10–12 km from central Kanpur Junction railway station. Day scholars typically commute by shared autos, city buses and private two-wheelers, with travel times ranging between 25–45 minutes depending on traffic.

How does HBTU Kanpur compare to lower-ranked NITs in terms of value and reputation?

HBTU is a long-established state government technical university with strong alumni in core industries and public sector units, especially for Chemical and Mechanical. For students not getting higher-ranked NITs, HBTU offers competitive placements in UP with relatively lower fees and good state-level recognition.

What is the ROI like for a BTech from HBTU Kanpur?

With total four-year BTech academic expenditure roughly in the range of ₹7–8 lakh including hostel, and average CSE/IT packages around ₹10–12 lakh per annum plus ₹5–7 lakh per annum in core branches, many graduates recover their education cost within the first one to two years of employment.