HBTU Kanpur Courses & Fees 2025: UG, PG & Doctorate Courses

Harcourt Butler Technical University has not released course-wise placement statistics as of now. The key highlights of HBTU Kanpur placements in 2023 (overall) are mentioned below:

Read more: HBTU Placements 2023

HBTU JEE Main cutoff 2024 was concluded for BTech admission. For the OBC category, the JEE Main closing cutoffs ranged between 38255 and 107282, wherein B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering has the most competitive rank 38255. Candidates not eligible for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering can also choose less competitive BTech branches based on their ranks to improve their chances of getting a seat at HBTU. 

The MBA project evaluation at Harcourt Butler Technical University is done internally (50 marks) and externally (50 marks). It is carried out through open presentation and viva method. The project should be submitted by the candidates in the last year of the course. 

The application form is generally released by HBTU Kanpur in August month of the academic year. It shall be out in and around the release of CUET result. Moreover, the CUET 2026 application window is expected to be opened soon.

Harcourt Butler Technical University Kanpur accepts the JEE Main entrance exam for admitting students to its BTech course. For 2025, the JEE Main Round 1 cutoff is out, wherein the closing ranks varied between 11799 and 61961 for the students belonging to the General AI quota. Candidates seeking admission can refer to the table below to view the HBTU JEE Main cutoff 2025 for the general AI category students:

Candidates who meet the course-specific eligibility requirements can apply for this course. Thus, the aspirants with a valid bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Architecture/Medicine/Sciences/Arts/Commerce/Business Administration/Computer Application or other disciplines as approved by with at least 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST/PD) or a CPI of 6.0 (5.5 for SC/ST/PD) on a scale of 10 from any UGC/AICTE recognised institute/university are eligible. 

HBTU BTech IT curriculum is inclusive of both theory and practical subjects. The labs help students in understanding the topics with practical usage. Mentioned below are some of the lab subjects included in the course syllabus:

• Python Programming
• Data Structure using C
• Software Engineering
• Web Technology
• Computer Networks
• Database and Management Systems, etc. 

The university admit candidates to its BBA programme based on merit in CUET-UG exam. After conclusion of application process, university releases a list of CUET shortlisted candidates. A final list is released after the fee deposition. Further, if seats are left vacant, then a list of candidates eligible for university entrance exam is released. Selected candidates need to appear for this exam. After this exam, selected Non-CUET candidates list is released along with a waiting list. 

HBTU Kanpur offers a two-year M.Tech course spread across four semesters. Candidates can apply for M.Tech after completing graduation. Below are some of the M.Tech specialisations offered at HBTU:

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Environmental Science and Engineering
• Power Electronics and Control
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Computer-Aided Design, etc.

The university prepares the cutoff list as per the applicants CUET scores. Hence, the HBTU cutoff is determined based on exam score along with total seat intake and number of seats for reserved categories. The university may release the cutoff list for each round of admission. It is released until all the seats are filled. If seats are left vacant after admission through CUET, then selection is done based on scores in the university entrance exam.

Yes, Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU) offers a three-year BBA course. The UG-level programme is divided into six semesters. In addition, the mode of study is full-time. Admission to the programme is through CUET. The students without CUET score can also take admission by taking the university entrance examination. It is advisable to check eligibility requirements before proceeding with application formalities. 

The sanctioned seat intake for HBTU BBA is 60. Out of the total intake, some of the seats are reserved for candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC categories. However, for admission under these seats, the relevant documents have to be submitted. Find below the details about reservation of seats:

NOTE: The reservation policy shall be governed by UP State Government or as prescribed by the university from time to time.

Harcourt Butler Technical University hostel charges are INR 1.69 lakh for BTech students. Candidates opting for accommodation facility and mess have to pay this fees. The university also has the right to revise its fee structure in an academic session. Aspirants must note that the fee amount mentioned here is as per the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

Aspirants need to complete BE/ BTech degrees in relevant specialisation with required aggregate to apply for the HBTU Kanpur M.Tech programme. Candidates also need to qualify for GATE or CUET-PG for admission to any of the M.Tech specialisations.

HBTU Kanpur carries out MBA admission procedure in three phases. In the first phase, applicants with a valid CAT or CUET-PG scores are shortlisted and called for group discussion and personal interview (GD & PI) round. In the second phase, candidates with a score of CMAT/AIMA-MAT/CUET-PG are called for GD & PI. If the seats are left vacant after the two phases, then the university conducts an entrance examination to fill out the vacant seats. The below-mentioned infographic presents weightage of each selection round:

The top recruiters for the Harcourt Butler Technical University placements are given below:

Harcourt Butler Technical University conducts placements drive for its students. Many popular companies, such as Adani Wilmar, BSNL, Coca-Cola take part in the placements drive. As per HBTU 2023 placements report (consolidated), a total of 484 job offers were made. The highest and average package offered was INR 36 LPA and INR 9.30 LPA, respectively. Moreover, the placement rate achieved was 84.02%. The mentioned details are as per a consolidated report and hence, is indicative. 

The fee structure for both the universities is cumulative of different components, such as security deposit, application fee, tuition fee, etc. HBTU Kanpur BBA tuition fee is INR 70,000. While BBA tuition fee at CSJMU range from INR 36,000 to INR 2.4 lakh. Hence, some of the BBA course offered at CSJMU are economical than HBTU. Candidates can consider some other factors as well to make a decision. It must be noted that the mentioned fee is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is hwoever still subject to revision and hence, is indicative. 

Candidates who meet the course-specific eligibility criteria can apply for the course. The application process is carried out in online mode. Thus, the aspirants can visit the official website to register and apply. The step-by-step process for online HBTU BBA application form submission is as follows:

1. Go to the HBTU official website.
2. Click on ‘Admission 2025-26’.
3. Click on the available online registration link.
4. Select ‘New Application’.
5. Select the preferred course.
6. Select the preferred school, and course and enter the Aadhar card number.
7. Fill out the application form.
8. Pay the application fee (INR 2,500, which is non-refundable) and submit the application form.

Harcourt Butler Technical University BBA selection is done based on CUET-UG scores. The applicants are admitted as per the academic background and performance in the accepted entrance test. For selection, it is also important that the students meet the course-specific eligibility criteria as mentioned below:

Eligibility Criteria: A Class 12 or equivalent exam pass with a minimum of 60% aggregate. Candidates belonging to SC/ ST/ OBC-NCL/ PwD categories get 5% relaxation and can apply with a minimum of 55% aggregate.