Students allotted a seat in BHU PG 2026 Round 1 must pay the counselling fee by July 1, 2026 to confirm their admission on the official Samarth portal at bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in.
Once the Round 1 seat allotment result is declared, every allotted student gets a fixed window to pay the seat acceptance fee online. Missing this deadline cancels the allotted seat and moves it to Round 2. No offline payment or bank challan is accepted — the entire process is completed on the Samarth portal.
- Fee payment last date for Round 1: July 1, 2026
- Accepted modes: net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI
- Official payment portal: bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in
- Fee is non-refundable if you do not participate in subsequent upgrade rounds
- Students who miss this deadline are not eligible for BHU PG 2026 Round 2 allotment
| Direct Link — BHU PG 2026 Counselling Fee Payment Portal (Active) |
BHU PG 2026 Counselling Fee Amount After Round 1 Allotment
The fee paid after Round 1 allotment is a seat acceptance fee. It locks your allotted seat until physical reporting at BHU. The amount differs by category. The table below shows expected fee amounts based on BHU PG 2025 counselling trends.
| Category | Expected Seat Acceptance Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC-NCL / EWS | Rs. 10,000 |
| SC / ST | Rs. 5,000 |
| PwD (all categories) | Rs. 5,000 |
The exact fee is displayed on the payment page after you log in with your application number. Pay only the amount shown on your dashboard to avoid discrepancies.
Accepted Payment Modes for BHU PG 2026 Counselling Fee
BHU PG 2026 counselling fee payment is fully online through the Samarth portal. The following modes are accepted:
| Payment Mode | Details |
|---|---|
| Net Banking | All major Indian banks supported |
| Debit Card | Visa, Mastercard, RuPay |
| Credit Card | Visa, Mastercard |
| UPI | BHIM, Google Pay, PhonePe, Paytm and other UPI apps |
Demand drafts, cash deposits, and other offline modes are not accepted. Use a stable internet connection when paying to avoid failed transactions or double deduction.
How to Pay BHU PG 2026 Round 1 Counselling Fee
Follow these steps on the Samarth portal to complete fee payment after Round 1 seat allotment:
- Go to bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in and click on Login.
- Enter your application number and password to access your dashboard.
- Open your Round 1 Allotment Letter and verify the allotted programme and institute.
- Click on Pay Seat Acceptance Fee on your dashboard.
- Select your preferred payment mode and complete the transaction.
- Do not close the browser until the payment success confirmation screen appears.
- Download and save your fee payment receipt for use during document verification.
If money is deducted but the portal does not update the status, wait 24 hours before contacting the BHU PG helpdesk. Banks typically reverse failed transactions within 7 working days. Do not attempt a second payment until the first one is confirmed as failed.
BHU PG 2026 Round 1 Fee Payment Important Dates
July 1, 2026 is the last date for BHU PG 2026 Round 1 counselling fee payment. The table below lists the expected schedule for the full Round 1 counselling process, based on previous year trends.
| Event | Expected Date |
|---|---|
| BHU PG 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result | Late June 2026 |
| Fee Payment Window Opens | After Round 1 result declaration |
| Last Date to Pay Round 1 Counselling Fee | July 1, 2026 |
| Physical Reporting and Document Verification | To be notified after fee payment window closes |
| BHU PG 2026 Round 2 Allotment | To be announced |
What to Do After Paying the BHU PG 2026 Counselling Fee
Paying the fee confirms your seat in the system but does not complete your admission. You must still complete these steps to be enrolled:
- Download your fee payment receipt and Round 1 allotment letter from the portal immediately after payment.
- Report to your allotted BHU department on the announced date for physical document verification.
- Carry originals of Class 10 and Class 12 marksheets, graduation marksheets, CUET PG 2026 scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), and a valid identity proof.
- Students opting for a seat upgrade in Round 2 may continue to participate — the fee is adjusted per BHU’s carry-forward policy.
- Students who pay the fee but do not report physically within the notified period risk cancellation of admission.
BHU PG 2026 Counselling Fee Payment FAQs
Ques. What is the last date to pay the BHU PG 2026 Round 1 counselling fee?
Ans. The last date to pay the BHU PG 2026 Round 1 counselling fee is July 1, 2026. Students who miss this deadline lose their allotted seat and are not eligible for Round 2 participation.
Ques. How much is the BHU PG 2026 counselling fee after Round 1 allotment?
Ans. Based on BHU PG 2025 counselling trends, the expected seat acceptance fee is Rs. 10,000 for General, OBC-NCL, and EWS students and Rs. 5,000 for SC, ST, and PwD students. The exact amount will be displayed on your dashboard after login.
Ques. What payment modes are accepted for BHU PG 2026 counselling fee?
Ans. BHU PG 2026 counselling fee can be paid through net banking, debit card, credit card, and UPI on the Samarth portal at bhucuetpg.samarth.edu.in. Offline modes such as demand draft or cash deposit are not accepted.
Ques. Is the BHU PG 2026 counselling fee refundable?
Ans. The seat acceptance fee is generally non-refundable if you withdraw after accepting a seat. If you receive an upgraded seat in Round 2, BHU typically adjusts the fee as per the carry-forward policy. Refer to the official BHU PG 2026 counselling notification for the exact refund terms.
Ques. What should I do if my BHU PG 2026 counselling fee payment fails but money is deducted?
Ans. Wait for 24 hours and check your portal dashboard again before contacting the BHU PG helpdesk. Failed transaction amounts are usually reversed to your account within 7 working days by your bank. Avoid making a duplicate payment until the original transaction status is confirmed as failed.
Ques. Can I upgrade my seat in Round 2 after paying the BHU PG 2026 Round 1 fee?
Ans. Yes. Students who pay the Round 1 fee can opt for a seat upgrade in Round 2 if a better-preference programme is available. The Round 1 fee is typically carried forward and adjusted in such cases as per the BHU PG 2026 counselling guidelines.
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