BHU PG 2026 OBC merit list is expected by late June 2026 on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in, with program-wise OBC cutoffs ranging from 130 to 275 marks out of 300, based on 2025 trends.
Banaras Hindu University releases category-wise merit lists for each program under the Combined Allotment Program (CAP PG 2026). Admission is based on CUET PG 2026 scores, and OBC students are allotted 27% of seats per program as per the central government reservation policy. The OBC cutoff is typically 10–20 marks lower than the General/UR cutoff for the same program.
- CUET PG 2026 total marks: 300 (75 MCQs × 4 marks; ?1 for wrong answers)
- OBC seat reservation at BHU PG 2026: 27% of seats per program
- Preference-filling window closed June 4, 2026; Round 1 allotment expected by late June 2026
- OBC cutoff is 10–20 marks below the UR category cutoff in most programs
- Multiple allotment rounds (Round 1 through Spot Rounds) — cutoffs drop in later rounds
| Direct Link – BHU PG 2026 Seat Allotment / Merit List (Expected Late June 2026) |
What is BHU PG 2026 OBC Merit List?
The BHU PG OBC merit list is a program-wise rank list published by Banaras Hindu University for students in the Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) category. Under CAP PG 2026, BHU prepares separate merit lists for UR, OBC, EWS, SC, and ST categories, applying the 27% OBC reservation program by program.
Students who registered and filled preferences by June 4, 2026 are eligible for allotment. Round 1 of BHU PG 2026 — including the OBC merit list — is expected in late June 2026 on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in. Subsequent rounds follow as students upgrade or withdraw seats.
BHU PG 2026 Expected OBC Cutoff: Program-Wise
Based on BHU PG 2025 allotment data, the expected OBC cutoff for Round 1 of BHU PG 2026 ranges from roughly 130 to 275 out of 300, varying by program demand and OBC seat availability. All figures below are expected estimates; official cutoffs will be published on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in after each allotment round.
| Program | OBC Expected Cutoff 2026 (out of 300) | General/UR Expected 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| MSc Biotechnology | 265–275 | 278–288 |
| LLM (Law) | 255–268 | 268–280 |
| MCom | 230–242 | 244–256 |
| MSc Chemistry | 216–228 | 228–240 |
| MSc Physics | 203–215 | 215–227 |
| MSc Horticulture | 195–207 | 204–216 |
| MSc Mathematics | 186–198 | 198–210 |
| MSc Computer Science | 183–195 | 195–207 |
| MA Mass Communication | 175–188 | 188–202 |
| MA English | 128–142 | 142–158 |
All 2026 figures are expected estimates based on BHU PG 2025 trends. Actual cutoffs will be released on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in post-allotment.
BHU PG 2025 Category-Wise Cutoff Reference
The table below shows BHU PG 2025 cutoff scores for select programs across all categories, drawn from official BHU allotment round data. These serve as the primary benchmark for 2026 OBC cutoff projections.
| Program | UR/General | OBC | EWS | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Biotechnology | ~278 | ~270 | ~258 | ~218 | ~172 |
| MSc Chemistry | 230–240 | 215–225 | ~208 | ~178 | ~132 |
| MSc Physics | ~218 | ~206 | ~194 | ~152 | ~108 |
| MSc Horticulture | 204 | 199 | ~190 | ~148 | ~98 |
| MSc Computer Science | 198 | ~184 | ~176 | ~138 | ~88 |
| MA Mass Communication | 192 | ~178 | ~168 | ~126 | ~82 |
| MA English | 149 | ~132 | ~120 | ~90 | 70 |
Figures without ~ are confirmed from official BHU PG 2025 allotment data. Figures marked ~ are derived from available category data using observed reservation-bracket differentials.
Factors Affecting BHU PG 2026 OBC Cutoff
These variables determine where the OBC cutoff lands in each allotment round:
- Program demand vs OBC seats: High-demand programs like Biotechnology and LLM keep OBC cutoffs elevated. Programs with larger seat intakes have comparatively lower cutoffs.
- CUET PG 2026 paper difficulty: A harder paper lowers average scores and pulls cutoffs down. CUET PG 2026 scores are not normalised — raw marks directly determine rank.
- OBC applicant volume per program: More OBC students competing for the same reserved seats raises the OBC cutoff for that program.
- Allotment round: Round 1 always has the highest cutoff. It drops by 5–15 marks per subsequent round as seats freed by upgrades and withdrawals are filled.
How to Check BHU PG 2026 OBC Merit List
Follow these steps once the Round 1 allotment goes live on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in:
- Visit bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in.
- Click the Post Graduate Registration tab or the login link on the homepage.
- Log in with your registered email ID and password.
- Open the Seat Allotment / Merit List section from your dashboard.
- Your allotted program, department, allotment round, and category will be displayed.
- Download the seat allotment letter and note the document verification date.
If you are not allotted a seat in Round 1, stay registered — OBC cutoffs typically drop by 5–15 marks per subsequent round as more seats become available from upgrades and withdrawals.
BHU PG 2026 OBC Merit List FAQs
Ques. When will the BHU PG 2026 OBC merit list be released?
Ans. The BHU PG 2026 Round 1 allotment — including the OBC merit list — is expected by late June 2026. Preference filling closed June 4, 2026, and BHU processes allotments shortly after. The list is published on bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in.
Ques. What percentage of BHU PG seats are reserved for OBC students?
Ans. OBC (Non-Creamy Layer) students are entitled to 27% of seats per program at BHU, as per central government reservation norms. For a program with 60 seats, roughly 16 seats are reserved for OBC students.
Ques. What is the expected OBC cutoff for MSc Biotechnology at BHU PG 2026?
Ans. Based on 2025 trends, the expected OBC cutoff for MSc Biotechnology at BHU PG 2026 is approximately 265–275 out of 300. Biotechnology consistently holds the highest cutoffs among science programs. Actual cutoffs will be confirmed after Round 1 allotment.
Ques. Is the OBC cutoff lower than the General category cutoff at BHU PG?
Ans. Yes. The OBC cutoff is typically 10–20 marks below the General/UR cutoff for the same program and round. This gap may narrow in later allotment rounds as unreserved seats fill up first.
Ques. Can OBC students be allotted a General category seat at BHU PG 2026?
Ans. Yes. If your CUET PG 2026 score meets the General/UR cutoff, BHU’s CAP system can allot you a seat from the unreserved pool. You are not restricted to OBC seats — the system considers the best available allotment matching your score and program preferences.
Ques. What total marks is the BHU PG 2026 merit list based on?
Ans. CUET PG 2026 carries a maximum of 300 marks — 75 MCQs at 4 marks each, with a ?1 penalty for wrong answers. BHU prepares PG merit lists using these raw scores with no normalisation applied.
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