Based on 2024 trends, the CUET 2026 expected cutoff for BHU SC category is likely to range from 140 to 167 and for ST category from 125 to 156, per domain subject paper out of 200 marks.
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) prepares its merit list directly from CUET UG scores. With CUET 2026 results expected around July 17, 2026, students from SC and ST categories can use previous year data to estimate their admission chances. Cutoffs shift each year based on applicant numbers, paper difficulty, and available seats per course.
- CUET 2026 results are expected around July 17, 2026 on the official NTA portal.
- BHU uses CUET UG domain subject scores for admissions to most undergraduate programs.
- SC category cutoffs at BHU are typically 10–20 marks lower than General category per paper.
- ST category cutoffs are usually 20–35 marks lower than General category per paper.
- SC students get 15% of seats and ST students get 7.5% of total seats in each course.
- All cutoff scores are out of 200 marks per domain subject paper.
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CUET BHU Previous Year Cutoff Trends for SC and ST
The table below shows approximate BHU CUET closing scores from 2024 for popular courses across all reservation categories. All figures are per domain subject paper out of 200 marks and reflect final merit list round data based on available trend information.
| Course | General (2024) | OBC (2024) | SC (2024) | ST (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) English | 175 | 165 | 155 | 140 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 170 | 158 | 146 | 132 |
| BA (Hons) History | 165 | 155 | 143 | 128 |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 168 | 158 | 146 | 130 |
| BSc (Hons) Mathematics | 180 | 170 | 160 | 148 |
| BSc (Hons) Physics | 176 | 165 | 154 | 140 |
| BSc (Hons) Chemistry | 172 | 162 | 149 | 135 |
| BCom (Hons) | 178 | 167 | 156 | 142 |
CUET 2026 BHU Expected Cutoff for SC Category
Based on 2024 trends, the expected CUET 2026 cutoff for BHU SC category may see a marginal rise of 2–5 marks across most courses due to a growing applicant base. SC students aiming for popular BHU courses should target scores between 144 and 167 per paper to stay comfortably within the first merit list range.
| Course | Expected SC Cutoff 2026 (per paper, out of 200) | Approximate SC Seats |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) English | 156–162 | ~8 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 147–153 | ~12 |
| BA (Hons) History | 144–150 | ~10 |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 147–153 | ~9 |
| BSc (Hons) Mathematics | 161–167 | ~9 |
| BSc (Hons) Physics | 155–161 | ~8 |
| BSc (Hons) Chemistry | 150–156 | ~8 |
| BCom (Hons) | 157–163 | ~9 |
These are expected figures based on 2024 trends. Actual cutoffs will be published by BHU only after CUET 2026 results are declared on the official NTA portal.
CUET 2026 BHU Expected Cutoff for ST Category
ST students typically face less competition within their reserved pool due to a smaller applicant group. Expected CUET 2026 BHU cutoff for ST category is between 128 and 156 per paper, based on 2024 closing scores. BSc courses consistently show higher ST cutoffs than BA courses because of the technical subject scoring patterns.
| Course | Expected ST Cutoff 2026 (per paper, out of 200) | Approximate ST Seats |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) English | 140–148 | ~4 |
| BA (Hons) Hindi | 132–140 | ~6 |
| BA (Hons) History | 128–136 | ~5 |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | 130–138 | ~5 |
| BSc (Hons) Mathematics | 148–156 | ~5 |
| BSc (Hons) Physics | 140–148 | ~4 |
| BSc (Hons) Chemistry | 135–143 | ~4 |
| BCom (Hons) | 142–150 | ~5 |
All ST cutoff figures here are expected values based on 2024 trends. BHU will publish its official merit list on its website after CUET 2026 results are announced by NTA.
Factors Affecting BHU CUET 2026 Cutoff for SC and ST
Several factors together decide how high or low the BHU CUET 2026 cutoff will land for SC and ST categories.
- Number of applicants per category: More SC or ST applicants competing for the same course pushes the closing score upward.
- CUET 2026 paper difficulty: An easier paper raises scores across all test takers and lifts cutoffs; a tougher paper has the opposite effect.
- NTA normalization: CUET is conducted in multiple sessions and NTA normalizes scores, which can shift final cutoffs slightly from raw performance figures.
- Total seats per course: Courses with fewer reserved seats see sharper competition and higher closing scores within the SC or ST pool.
- Multiple merit list rounds: If seats go unfilled after the first list, BHU releases second and third rounds where cutoffs typically drop by 5–15 marks.
- Course popularity trends: Year-on-year shifts in student preference for specific programs directly affect how competitive each course’s cutoff becomes.
CUET 2026 BHU SC and ST Cutoff FAQs
Ques. What is the expected CUET 2026 cutoff for BHU SC category?
Ans. Based on 2024 trends, the expected CUET 2026 BHU cutoff for SC category is approximately 144 to 167 per domain subject paper out of 200 marks, depending on the course. BSc courses have higher cutoffs than BA courses.
Ques. What is the expected CUET 2026 cutoff for BHU ST category?
Ans. The expected CUET 2026 BHU cutoff for ST category is between 128 and 156 per paper, based on 2024 closing scores. BSc courses such as Mathematics and Physics tend to have higher ST cutoffs than BA courses.
Ques. When will BHU release the CUET 2026 merit list?
Ans. BHU is expected to release its CUET 2026 merit list after NTA declares the CUET 2026 result, which is anticipated around July 17, 2026. Students should watch the official NTA portal at cuet.nta.nic.in for updates.
Ques. How many seats are reserved for SC and ST at BHU?
Ans. BHU follows the Government of India reservation policy: 15% of seats are reserved for SC students and 7.5% for ST students in each course. These seats are filled through separate merit lists within each category.
Ques. Do BHU CUET cutoffs drop in later merit list rounds for SC and ST?
Ans. Yes. If SC or ST seats go unfilled after the first merit list, BHU releases a second and sometimes third round where cutoffs typically drop by 5–15 marks. Students who miss the first list should wait for subsequent rounds.
Ques. Where can I check the official CUET 2026 result and BHU cutoff?
Ans. You can check the CUET 2026 result on the official NTA portal at cuet.nta.nic.in. BHU publishes its own merit list and cutoff on its official university website after the NTA result is announced.
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