Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Varanasi: Admission, Courses, Fees, Placements

Indian Institute of Handloom Technology, Varanasi was established in 1956 by the Government of India. IIHT Varanasi is an affiliated college and is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). Previously, it was known as the Central Weaving Institute.  In 1956, the institute was taken over by the All India Handloom Board. In 1976, the institute was renamed as Indian Institute of Handloom Technology.

IIHT Varanasi offers undergraduate and diploma courses. The programmes offered at IIHT Varanasi are Diploma in Handloom and Textile Technology, Post Diploma Textile Processing. In 2021-22, the institute started B.Tech Handloom and Textile Technology which is approved by AICTE, New Delhi and affiliated to Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow. Candidates must ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria set by the board. Admission to diploma courses are given on the basis of marks scored in the last qualifying examination. The institute provides a wide range of facilities to its students. These facilities include classrooms, library, labs, auditorium, cafeteria, common rooms, hostels for boys and girls, placement office and many more. 

The training and placement cell at IIHT Varanasi provides training and development skills to the students. The cell conducts seminars, industrial visits, mock tests, webinars, guest lectures and other activities to the students. Reid & Taylor, Centex Exports, Jivani Textiles, Elite Home Décor, C & R Textiles, HKV Benaras, K A Sons Exports are some of the top recruiters at IIHT Varanasi. 

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IIHT Varanasi Location

Indian Institute of Handloom Technology is located in Chaukaghat, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The IIHT campus is around 2 Km away from Varanasi Junction Railway Station. The institute is accessible from nearby from all parts of the city. Students can book a taxi or cab to reach the IIHT campus.