About College/University

Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur is one of the oldest and most prestigious government engineering institutions in India, originally established in 1921 as Harcourt Butler Technological Institute (HBTI).

In 2016, it was granted university status by the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

HBTU is known for its strong academic legacy, highly competitive admissions and excellent alumni network. The university offers engineering, management and computer application programs.

It has a reputation for producing skilled engineers and maintaining high academic standards.

Courses

Undergraduate Programs

B.Tech Specializations

• Computer Science & Engineering

• Information Technology

• Mechanical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Electronics Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

Duration
4 Years

Postgraduate Programs

• M.Tech

• MCA

• MBA

Duration
2 Years

Course Eligibility

B.Tech
10+2 with PCM + JEE Main

M.Tech
B.Tech + GATE

MCA / MBA
Bachelor’s degree + entrance exam

Fees

B.Tech
₹1.20 – ₹1.50 lakh per year

M.Tech
₹1.00 – ₹1.30 lakh per year

MCA / MBA
₹1.00 – ₹1.60 lakh per year

Hostel Fee
₹40,000 – ₹80,000 per year

Placement

Highest Package
₹40+ LPA (top branches)

Average Package
₹6 – ₹10 LPA

Top Recruiters

• Microsoft

• Amazon

• Google

• TCS

• Infosys

• HCL

Admission Process

1️⃣ Qualify JEE Main (for B.Tech)
2️⃣ Participate in JoSAA / state counseling
3️⃣ Seat allotment
4️⃣ Document verification
5️⃣ Admission confirmation

College Highlights

✔ Established in 1921
✔ Government engineering university
✔ Strong placement record
✔ Highly reputed in North India
✔ Autonomous university status
✔ Located in Kanpur

FAQs

Is HBTU government or private?
Government university

Is JEE required?
Yes, for B.Tech

What courses are offered?
B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA

Is HBTU a good college?
Yes, one of the top state engineering colleges

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