Banaras Hindu University (BHU), formerly known as Central Hindu College, is a central university in Varanasi, India. Established in 1916, BHU is the largest residential university in Asia and one of the oldest universities with the status of “Institutes of National Importance” by the UGC. BHU has been ranked 4th for Agriculture and 11th in the overall category by the NIRF 2024 Report. BHU comprises 2 campuses, 5 Institutes, 16 Faculties, and 135 departments offering more than 350 courses at UG, PG, and Research levels.
The university offers BSc, BBA, BA, BTech, and BCom undergraduate programs, while MA, MSc, MCom, MA, MBA, MCA, and MTech are postgraduate programs. BSc Hons is the flagship program of Banaras Hindu University. Admission to the BSc Hons is based on CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test). The overall BHU Cutoff marks for CUET UG for BSc Hons are 248 - 537 for the general category in 2024. The BSc Hons first-year fee is INR 30,000 - INR 50,000.
BHU Placement 2025 Report has not been released yet. However, according to the NIRF 2025 report, a total of 1,967 students were placed out of 11,441 students during the placement drive 2024. INR 16 LPA was offered as the median package to the students of the 5-year UG program. The top recruiters included IGraviton Research Capital, Rakuten, Microsoft, Google, Goldman Sachs, etc.
BHU Highlights
The table below provides the highlights of Banaras Hindu University outlining specific information about the establishment of BHU, the organizational structure, academic strength, and national ranking. The table provides important information about campus size, university established, accreditation, students, faculty, and the university bodies and ranking agencies that recognize it.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Establishment year | 1916 |
| University Type | Central, Residential, and Research University |
| Campus size | 1,370 acre |
| Location | Varanasi, India |
| Recognition & Approval By | UGC, AIU, AICTE |
| NAAC Accreditation | “A” Grade |
| Ranking | Collegedunia: 5th under the 'Agriculture' category. Collegedunia: 67th under the 'Law' category. IIRF: 3rd under the 'Overall' category. The Week: 12th under the 'Dental' category. |
| No. of Faculties | 16 |
| No. of Departments | 135 |
| Total Students | 35,000+ |
| Male-Female Ratio | 57:43 |
| Teacher Students Ratio | 1:18 |
| Total Faculty | 2000+ |
| Official Website | BHU |
BHU Rankings 2025
BHU is ranked by various national and international agencies/organizations every year. The university has been consistently ranked among the top universities in various categories. BHU rankings by multiple agencies/organizations are as follows:
| Ranking Body | Year | Category | Rank/Band |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia |
2025 | Education | 22 |
| Law | 67 | ||
| Agriculture | 5IIRF | ||
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2025 | Dental | 10 |
| Overall | 3 | ||
| India Today |
2025 | Dental | 3 |
| The Week | 2025 | Dental | 12NIRF |
| NIRF | 2024 | Dental | 17 |
| Agriculture | 4 | ||
| Law | 25 | ||
| Medical | 7 | ||
| MBA | 48 | ||
| Overall | 11 | ||
| Outlook | 2024 | Dental | 8 |
| Law | 10 | ||
| Overall | 2 |
BHU Important Dates 2025
BHU Admission 2025 is . The details regarding BHU Admission are provided in the table below:
| Events | Dates |
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| BSc | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| BA | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| BSc Nursing | |
| Reporting / Joining for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 29, 2025 |
| Verification of Candidates’ Data for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Verification of Seat Matrix for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 02, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Registration / Payment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Choice Filling / Locking for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 09, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025 |
| BPharm | |
| Contact if admit card not received | Aug 30, 2025 |
| Date of Entrance Test for Admission 2025 | Aug 31, 2025 |
| Date & Time of Entrance Test | Aug 31, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Display of Answer Key for Admission 2025 | Sep 02, 2025 |
| Complaints Regarding Answer Key for Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Result for Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| B.Sc Agriculture | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| B.Voc | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| MBBS | |
| Reporting / Joining for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 29, 2025 |
| Seat allotment result for round 1 | Aug 30, 2025 |
| Verification of Candidates’ Data for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Verification of Seat Matrix for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 02, 2025 |
| Registration / Payment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Choice Filling / Locking for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 09, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025 |
| Result for Round III MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 11, 2025 |
| Reporting / Joining for Round III MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 12, 2025 - Sep 18, 2025 |
| Verification of Seat Matrix for Stray Vacancy MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 20, 2025 |
| B.Com | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| B.Ed | |
| Commencement of Classes for Session 2025 -26 | Aug 28, 2025 |
| Reporting for CAP UG Admission 2025 | Aug 26, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Class Starts for CAP UG Session 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Online Registration for Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 04, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 1 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 08, 2025 |
| Allocation for Round 2 Spot Admission 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| BDS | |
| Reporting / Joining for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 22, 2025 - Aug 29, 2025 |
| Seat allotment result for round 1 | Aug 30, 2025 |
| Verification of Candidates’ Data for Round II MCC NEET UG | Aug 30, 2025 - Sep 01, 2025 |
| Verification of Seat Matrix for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 02, 2025 |
| Registration / Payment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Choice Filling / Locking for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 03, 2025 - Sep 08, 2025 |
| Seat Allotment for Round III MCC NEET UG | Sep 09, 2025 - Sep 10, 2025 |
| Result for Round III MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 11, 2025 |
| Reporting / Joining for Round III MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 12, 2025 - Sep 18, 2025 |
| Verification of Seat Matrix for Stray Vacancy MCC NEET UG | (Tentative) Sep 20, 2025 |
BHU Courses and Fees 2025
BHU offers UG, PG, and Research programs across Humanities, Social Science, Technology, Medicine, Science, Fine Arts, and many more. The university is known for its Fine Arts, Science, Technology, and Medicine courses. Details regarding BHU Courses & Fees are mentioned below:
| Course | First Year Fee | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons.) | INR 2,300 | CUET UG |
| B.Com. (Hons.) | INR 22,000 – INR 32,000 | CUET UG |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) | INR 30,000 – INR 50,000 | CUET UG |
| B.Ed./ B.Ed. (Special) | INR 8,000 | CUET PG |
| B.Tech | INR 60,000 | CUET UG |
| MBBS | INR 13,410 | NEET UG followed by counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) |
| B.Pharm | INR 10,369 | CUET UG |
| BA.LL.B (Hons.) | INR 72,300 | CUET UG |
| LL.B | INR 5,164 | CUET PG |
| MA | INR 4,764 | CUET PG |
| M.Sc. | INR 5,464 | CUET PG |
| M.Com | INR 5,764 | CUET PG |
| MBA | INR 50,000 | CAT/ BHU PET (Agri-Business & Financial Management) |
| MCA | INR 15,264 | CUET PG |
| M.Tech. | INR 60,000 | CUET PG |
| M.Pharm. | INR 42,320 | GPAT followed by a Personal Interview |
| M.Phil. | INR 3,256 | BHU RET |
| Ph.D | INR 22,268 | BHU RET |
BHU Admission 2025
BHU admission process is completely online. Candidates seeking admission to UG and PG courses at BHU must appear for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), conducted by the NTA. BHU accepts national-level entrance exams such as CAT, NATA, and NEET for admission to MBA, B.Arch, and MBBS/BDS programs, respectively. The final selection is done through a counselling process conducted by the university. Registration for admission at BHU usually starts in May or June every year. Aspirants can apply online on the official website of the university @bhuonline.in.
The details regarding the BHU Admission are provided in the table below:
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| B.A. | 10+2 or equivalent Examination with minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate | CUET UG |
| B.Com. (Hons.) | 10+2 or equivalent Examination with minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate | CUET UG |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) | 10+2 or equivalent Examination securing minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate | CUET UG |
| B.Ed. / B.Ed. (Special) | Bachelor's Degree/Master's Degree with a minimum of 50% marks | CUET PG |
| B.Tech | 10+2 in Science stream with minimum 75% marks (65% marks for SC/ST) | CUET UG |
| MBBS | 10+2 or equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (40% OBC/SC/ST, 45% PwD in General Category) | NEET UG + MCC Counseling |
| B.Pharm | 10+2 or equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate (40% OBC/SC/ST, 45% PwD in General Category) | CUET UG |
| B.A.LL.B. (Hons.) | 10+2 or equivalent exam from a recognized Board with minimum of 50% marks (45% OBC, 40% SC/ST) | CUET UG |
| LL.B | Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3 pattern) with minimum 50% marks (45% OBC, 40% SC/ST) | CUET PG |
| M.A | B.A./B.Sc./B.A. under at least 10+2+3 pattern securing minimum 50% marks in aggregate | CUET PG |
| M.Sc. | B.Sc. (Hons.)/B.Sc. under at least 10+2+3 pattern securing minimum 50% marks in aggregate in Science subjects | CUET PG |
| M.Ed. | B.Ed./B.A. B.Ed./B.Sc. B.Ed./B.El.Ed./D.El.Ed. with UG/PG degree (50% marks in each) or equivalent | CUET PG |
| M.Com | UG Degree with minimum 50% marks in the aggregate | CUET PG |
| MBA | Graduate (10+2+3 pattern) in any discipline with minimum 50% marks from a recognized university | CAT/ BHU PET (Agri-Business & Financial Mgmt) |
| MCA | UG Degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks | CUET PG |
| M.Tech | B.E./B.Tech/B.Sc. in the relevant subject from a recognized University | CUET PG |
| M.Pharm | Graduate with 50% aggregate marks in B.Pharm from a recognized Institute/University | GPAT + Personal Interview |
| M.Phil. | PG degree in any discipline of Social Sciences/Humanities with minimum 55% marks at qualifying examination | BHU RET |
| Ph.D. | PG degree in any discipline of Social Sciences/Humanities with minimum 55% marks at qualifying examination | BHU RET |
BHU Cutoff 2025
The overall cutoff marks for BHU CUET is 236 - 652. BHU CUET Cutoff 2025 for General Category cutoff marks is listed below.
| Courses | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Sc Hons. Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology | 652 | 628 | 628 |
| B.Sc Medical Technology in Radiotherapy | 632 | 624 | 624 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture | 629 | 611 | 608 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Zoology | 612 | 593 | 590 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Botany | 578 | 564 | 559 |
| B.Com Hons. (Finance) | 546 | 539 | 538 |
| B.Com (Hons.) | 539 | 533 | 531 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Computer Science | 504 | 487 | 487 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Statistics | 464 | 464 | 464 |
| B.Tech Food Technology | 463 | 428 | 421 |
| B.Tech Dairy Technology | 448 | 420 | 413 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Chemistry | 438 | 423 | 415 |
| BA (Hons.) Mathematics | 416 | 410 | - |
| B.Sc Hons. Earth Science | 413 | 398 | 395 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Physics | 413 | 401 | 394 |
| BALLB Hons. | 374 | 368 | 367 |
| BA (Hons.) Economics | 328 | 327 | 327 |
| BA (Hons.) Political Science | 323 | 323 | 323 |
| BA (Hons.) History | 317 | 314 | 314 |
| BA (Hons.) Psychology | 314 | 314 | 314 |
| BA (Hons.) Sociology | 305 | 299 | 299 |
| BA (Hons.) Japanese | 298 | 298 | 298 |
| BA (Hons.) French | 288 | 288 | 288 |
| BA (Hons.) History of Art | 285 | 285 | 285 |
| BA (Hons.) Geography | 284 | 284 | 284 |
| BA (Hons.) German | 281 | 285 | 285 |
| BA (Hons.) Ancient Indian History, Culture & Archaeology | 277 | 270 | 267 |
| BA (Hons.) English | 276 | 271 | 271 |
| BA (Hons.) Chinese | 274 | 274 | 274 |
| BA (Hons.) Linguistics | 272 | 270 | 270 |
| BA (Hons.) Arabic | 263 | 257 | 257 |
| BA (Hons.) Philosophy | 260 | 253 | 261 |
| BA (Hons.) Bengali | 254 | 247 | 240 |
| BA (Hons.) Persian | 253 | 260 | 247 |
| BA (Hons.) Hindi | 250 | 247 | 242 |
| BA (Hons.) Sanskrit | 243 | 243 | 243 |
| BA (Hons.) Urdu | 236 | 229 | 229 |
| BA Hons. Pali | 236 | 235 | 235 |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Mathematics | - | - | 410 |
BHU CUET PG Cutoff 2025
The overall cutoff marks for CUET PG is 13 - 686. BHU CUET PG Cutoff 2025 for General Category cutoff marks is listed below.
| Courses | Round 1 | Round 4 |
|---|---|---|
| BPA Flute | 686 | - |
| BPA Vocal | 668 | 673 |
| BPA Sitar | 641 | - |
| BPA Kathak Dance | 563 | - |
| BPA Tabla | 541 | - |
| MA Musicology | 532 | 470 |
| MFA Applied Arts | 491 | 526 |
| MFA Ceramic & Glass Design | 453 | 485 |
| M.P.Ed | 434 | 438 |
| MPA Bharatnatyam | 423 | - |
| B.P.Ed | 375 | - |
| MFA Painting | 360 | - |
| MFA Textile | 307 | - |
| MA Psychology | 275 | 266 |
| M.Sc Psychology | 261 | 266 |
| MA Social Work | 250 | - |
| MBA | 248 | 243 |
| Master of Personnel Management and Industrial Relations MPMIR | 247 | - |
| MBA Food & Agri-Business Management | 229 | 229 |
| MA Sanskrit | 228 | - |
| MA Political Science | 222 | 204 |
| MA English | 221 | 203 |
| L.L.M. | 214 | 207 |
| L.L.B. (Hons.) | 213 | - |
| M.Ed | 213 | 201 |
| M.Tech Dairy Technology | 212 | 210 |
| MA Hindi | 210 | - |
| M.Sc Horticulture | 210 | 205 |
| M.Sc Applied Microbiology | 205 | 195 |
| M.Lib.I.Sc | 205 | 205 |
| M.Sc Agriculture | 204 | 203 |
| MCA | 204 | 178 |
| MA Corporate Communication And Management | 203 | - |
| M.A. Mass Communication | 199 | 189 |
| MA Public Administration | 199 | 181 |
| B.Ed Language | 199 | 199 |
| MTTM | 198 | - |
| MA Sociology | 196 | - |
| B.Ed Special Education Languages | 189 | - |
| M.Sc Computer Science | 186 | 172 |
| B.Ed Maths | 186 | 191 |
| M.Ed Special Education | 185 | 161 |
| MA Museology | 185 | 192 |
| M.Sc Geology | 184 | - |
| B.Ed Science | 179 | 170 |
| M.Sc Molecular Biology and Human Genetics | 179 | 173 |
| MA Marathi | 176 | - |
| MA History | 176 | - |
| MA Anthropology | 175 | - |
| M.Sc Botany | 174 | 170 |
| M.Sc Biochemistry | 171 | 152 |
| MA Manuscriptology | 170 | 193 |
| B.Ed Special Education Hearing Impairment | 170 | - |
| M.Sc Zoology | 167 | - |
| M.Sc Physics | 165 | 156 |
| MA Geography | 165 | 145 |
| M.Sc Geography | 165 | 145 |
| MA French | 160 | 104 |
| MA Gender Studies | 157 | 129 |
| MA Education | 156 | 111 |
| MA Linguistics | 156 | - |
| MA Philosophy | 155 | 146 |
| M.Sc Environmental Science | 154 | 143 |
| B.Ed Social Science | 153 | 127 |
| MA Economics | 149 | 125 |
| M.Com | 146 | 136 |
| MA Mathematics | 146 | 122 |
| M.Sc Mathematics | 146 | 122 |
| M.Tech Food Technology | 139 | 132 |
| MA Arabic | 137 | 75 |
| M.Sc Chemistry | 135 | 124 |
| MA History and Heritage Management | 134 | - |
| MA Statistics | 128 | - |
| M.Sc Statistics | 128 | - |
| MA Archaeology | 127 | 116 |
| MA Pali | 126 | 50 |
| B.Ed Special Education Sciences | 120 | - |
| MA Energy Economics | 114 | - |
| B.Ed Special Education Social Sciences and Humanities | 112 | 93 |
| M.Sc Biostatistics | 109 | 92 |
| B.Ed Special Education Mathematics | 109 | - |
| M.Sc Geophysics | 106 | 97 |
| MA History of Art | 105 | 98 |
| MA German | 97 | 64 |
| MA Home Science | 92 | - |
| M.Sc Home Science | 92 | - |
| M.Tech Soil Water Conservation Engineering | 85 | 85 |
| MA Urdu | 79 | 53 |
| MA Indian Philosophy and Religion | 57 | 100 |
| MA Nepali | 54 | 54 |
| MA Telugu | 52 | - |
| MA Persian | 20 | 20 |
| MA Bengali | 13 | - |
BHU Placement 2025
BHU conducts recruitment programs that are taken care of by a dedicated Placement Coordination Cell. The objective of the placement cell is to help students from different professional programs get placed within top companies. BHU Placement 2025 Report has not been released yet. However, according to the NIRF 2025 report, a total of 1,967 students were placed during the placement drive 2024. The top recruiters included Infosys, Genpact, ICICI Bank, DHL, Wipro, Deloitte, etc.
BHU Placement 2025 Highlights
| Particulars | Placements Statistics 2024 |
|---|---|
| Total Students | 11441 |
| Total Students Placed | 1967 |
| Median Package (5-Year UG) | INR 16 LPA |
| Median Package (3-Year PG) | INR 13.5 LPA |
| Median Package (4-Year UG) | INR 9 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Infosys, Genpact, ICICI Bank, DHL, Wipro, Deloitte, IGraviton Research Capital, Rakuten, Microsoft, Google, Goldman Sachs |
BHU Scholarship 2025
Banaras Hindu University offers several scholarships directly through the university, as listed on the official BHU website. These scholarships are awarded based on merit, financial need, category, and specific achievements, and are not part of government-sponsored or external scholarship schemes.
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BHU Campus & Facilities
BHU has a large, well-equipped campus with extensive academic, residential, sports, research, and support facilities, making it one of India's most comprehensive university environments.
- Campus Area: Approximately 1,300 acres in Varanasi, plus additional campuses elsewhere.
- Student Population: Over 30,000 enrolled, with about 18,000 residing on campus; one of Asia’s largest residential universities.
- Library: 50,000+ e-books, Cyber Library (200+ seats), and departmental libraries.
- Labs: Modern and specialized labs for sciences, engineering, biotechnology, computer science, law, etc.
- Classrooms: Spacious and well-equipped; includes digital/smart classrooms and seminar halls.
- Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet access.
- Hostels: 41 boys hostels, 21 girls hostels, with separate international student housing.
- Amenities: Mess, recreation rooms, laundry, security, study rooms, water purifiers, and surveillance.
- Cafeterias and Canteens: Multiple outlets for affordable and hygienic food.
- Convenience: Bank, post office, shopping complex, auditorium, amphitheater, shuttle transport, parking.
BHU has three campuses, the main university campus, which is located on the southern edge of Varanasi. The main campus of BHU has the largest tertiary referral hospital in the region with a bed capacity of more than 900. There’s an archaeological museum on the campus which is best known for its collection of Indian paintings, but also includes archaeological artifacts, textiles and costumes, Indian philately, as well as literary and archival materials. The other campus, Rajiv Gandhi South Campus, is located in Barkachha in the Mirzapur district, about 60 km southwest of the main campus.
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How to Reach BHU Varanasi?
To reach Banaras Hindu University Varanasi, you have several options based on your starting point and preferences. Here's a breakdown:
1. By Air
- Nearest Airport: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (Varanasi Airport)
- Distance to BHU: Around 25-30 minutes by car/taxi (about 20 km). One can take a taxi or cab directly to BHU from the airport. Alternatively, one can use ride-hailing services like Ola or Uber.
2. By Train
- Nearest Railway Station: Varanasi Junction or Banaras.
- Distance to BHU: Approximately 5-6 km. One can take a pre-paid taxi or an auto-rickshaw from the railway station to BHU. Alternatively, public buses and auto-rickshaws are available.
3. By Bus
- Bus Stations: Marutinagar Bus Stand which is located near the university. Or Varanasi Bus Stand.
- Distance to BHU: Both bus stations are relatively close. One can take a local auto-rickshaw, taxi, or bus to the university.
4. By Road (Driving)
- BHU is well connected by road and is easily accessible from various points within Varanasi. Key roads include the Lanka Road, Durga Kund Road or Chittupur Road which leads directly to the campus.
- From Other Cities: If you’re driving from nearby cities, such as Allahabad or Lucknow, you can take National Highways (NH 2 or NH 19), depending on your location. Use Google Maps or a GPS device to guide you directly to the university.
5. Public Transport in Varanasi
- Auto-rickshaws: Easily available for short distances and cost-effective.
- Cycle-rickshaws: Also available near popular spots, though it's not the most common way to reach BHU.
Key Tips:
- BHU is located in the Lanka area of Varanasi, and Lanka Gate is the main entrance.
- Always check the traffic conditions in Varanasi, as the city can be crowded, especially during peak hours.
BHU vs AMU vs DU
Below is a comparison table of Banaras Hindu University, Aligarh Muslim University, and Delhi University:
| Aspect | BHU | AMU | DU |
|---|---|---|---|
| Establishment Year | 1916 | 1920 | 1922 |
| Type | Central University | Central University | Central University |
| Campus Size | 1,300 acres | 1,155 acres | Two main campuses (North/South), 91 colleges |
| NAAC Accreditation | “A” Grade | “A+” Grade | “A+” Grade |
| NIRF 2024 Ranking | 11th Overall | 16th Overall | 15th Overall |
| Courses Offered | 350+ UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma | 300+ UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma | 500+ UG, PG, Doctoral, Diploma |
| Popular Programs | BSc, BA, BTech, MBBS, MBA, MA, MSc | BTech, MBBS, BA (Hons), BSc (Hons), MBA | BA (Hons), BCom (Hons), BSc (Hons), MBA, BTech, LLB |
| Admission Criteria | CUET UG/PG, NEET, GATE, university exams | CUET UG, AMUEE, NEET, GATE, university exams | CUET UG/PG, DUET, NEET, GATE, university exams |
| Top Recruiters | Microsoft, Google, Goldman Sachs, Wipro, TCS | Infosys, Wipro, TCS, HP, ICICI, Mahindra | Deloitte, Google, EY, KPMG, Accenture, TCS |
| Official Website | BHU | AMU | DU |
BHU FAQs
Ques. What are the reservation criteria for SC/ST students at BHU?
Ans. BHU is committed to fair and transparent implementation of the reservation policy for SC/ST students in all its academic and administrative spheres, ensuring equal opportunities and support systems for their educational advancement. Banaras Hindu University follows the Central Government reservation policy for admissions, providing fixed seat percentages and specific criteria for SC/ST students in all undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Banaras Hindu University or BHU gives reservations to deserving students from the reserved categories. The reservation policy is as follows:
- In each course, 15% and 7.5% of the seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe candidates, respectively. 27% of candidates from the OBC category (excluding those from the creamy layer) will be given preference in various courses.
- Female candidates are granted 15% of the total seats in M.P.Ed. If any of these seats become available, they will be filled based on merit by male candidates.
- Physically Challenged Candidates will be given 3% of the seats. Visually Impaired (1%), Hearing Impaired (1%), Orthopaedically Handicapped (1%), and others.
Ques. What unique opportunities do students get at BHU beyond academics?
Ans. BHU students highlight the vast number of societies, clubs, and annual fests like Spandan and KashiYatra that give them platforms for creativity, leadership, and networking. The presence of students from across India also means exposure to diverse languages, cultures, and perspectives, which is seen as a big learning experience outside classrooms.
Ques. How do students perceive the hostel life at BHU?
Ans. Hostel life is often considered one of the most memorable aspects of BHU. The hostels are not just accommodation but hubs of late-night discussions, music, debates, and cultural bonding. Many students share that living with peers from different states creates lifelong friendships and gives a true "pan-India" vibe.

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Banaras Hindu University requires an entrance exam for admission in business-related UG courses, but it does not offer a standalone BBA program, according to reliable sources. Instead, students can apply for related courses like B.Com or Management-focused programs, and admission is done through the CUET-UG exam conducted at the national level. Candidates must meet eligibility criteria and participate in BHU’s counselling process after CUET results for seat allocation.
To pursue a singing course at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), you must apply for the Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) in Vocal Music or M.A. in Music, depending on your qualification. Admission is done through the CUET-UG for BPA and the CUET-PG for postgraduate programs. You need to register on the NTA CUET portal, appear for the test, and qualify for the merit list. BHU may also conduct a practical/skill test for final selection. After selection, complete counseling and document verification.
You can download past entrance exam papers for the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Post Graduate Entrance Test (PET) including the course Master of Project & Programme Management in Information & Resources (MPMIR) from the official BHU website. For example, there is a listing for “PET 2017 M.P.M.I.R” on the BHU site.
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers the Post-Graduate Diploma in Panchkarma Therapy (full-time) under its Institute of Medical Sciences, BHU (IMS). You can register online for BHU’s PG or Special Courses admissions via the official portal. Appear for the appropriate entrance test or selection procedure (e.g., BHUET/SCS). After selection, pay the fee and complete document verification to secure admission
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers a range of scholarships depending on category and merit. For example, international students admitted from 2022 onwards are eligible for INR 6,000 per month as a scholarship. Merit and need-based scholarships for domestic students range from INR 2,000 up to around INR 25,000 annually, or include benefits like free meals
BHU BA {Hons.} German is offered as 3 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 10 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for BA {Hons.} is 10+2 With 50% + BHU UET. The total fees for BHU BA {Hons.} German in 2025 is INR 6,900 for the complete course duration
Yes, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers distance education programs through its Special Courses of Study (SCS) and online platforms. These programs include various diploma and postgraduate diploma courses in fields such as tourism management, office management, counseling, forensic science, and business administration. Courses are available in both full-time and part-time modes, with durations ranging from one to two years. BHU has developed 63 new SWAYAM courses for the 2025 academic session, covering disciplines like commerce, management, arts, humanities, social sciences, life sciences, psychology, law, engineering, and Ayurveda.
M.P.Ed admissions at BHU require a Bachelor’s in Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) with minimum marks (about 50 %) and possibly a physical fitness test. Banaras Hindu University (BHU) accepts CUET-PG 2025 scores for admission to the Master of Physical Education (M.P.Ed.) program. The program is a 2-year full-time course with an intake of 49 seats.
Based on the NEET 2025 data, your score of 340 and an All India Rank (AIR) of 3,00,000 may not be competitive for admission to the B.Sc. Nursing program at Banaras Hindu University (BHU). In 2025, the closing rank for the General category in the final round of BHU's B.Sc. Nursing admissions were 59,222. Your rank of 3,00,000 exceeds this cutoff, indicating that your current score and rank are below the threshold for admission
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers a Post Graduate Diploma in Journalism and Mass Communication at its Rajiv Gandhi South Campus in Mirzapur. This 1-year full-time program is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge and skills in the field of mass communication
Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks
For the 2025-26 academic year, the first-year Ph.D. admission fees at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) are approximately INR 11,044. This amount includes:
These fees cover essential services such as registration, library access, and laboratory facilities. Concessions are available for SC/ST candidates whose family income is below INR 2.5 lakh per annum, waiving up to 100% of the fees. Payments can be made via SBI challan or online net banking
BHU M.Com is offered as 2 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for M.Com are a Graduation with 50% + BHU PET. The total fees for BHU M.Com in 2025 are INR 6,000 for the complete course duration. BHU Hostel Fee for Male is INR 5,375. The minimum eligibility for admission to M.Com at BHU is a Graduation with 50% + BHU PET. Candidates are allotted seats based on CUET-PG.
BHU Diploma Dental Hygienist is offered as 2 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for a Diploma are 10+2. The candidate seeking admission in the Diploma course must have passed 10+2 with Science subjects, i.e., Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, with 50% marks. The fee for the course is INR 50,000.
BHU B.Sc {Hons.} Agriculture is offered as 4 Years Full Time program, with total intake of 154 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc {Hons.} is 10+2 with 50% + BHU UET. The total fees for BHU B.Sc {Hons.} Agriculture in 2025 is INR 80,000 for the complete course duration. The fee per year is INR 20,000. The admission application is completely online, and eligible candidates can register online at the university's official website, bhuonline.in
BHU L.L.B {Hons.} is offered as 3 Years full-time program, with a total intake of 286 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for L.L.B {Hons.} are a Graduation with 50% + CUET PG. The total fees for BHU L.L.B {Hons.} in 2025 are INR 12,000 for the complete course duration.
The new session for the BVSc & AH program at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) starts in August every year, after the completion of NEET (UG) counseling and admission process. Students are required to complete document verification and fee payment before the commencement of classes as per the academic calendar.
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers admission to its BA LLB (Hons.) program strictly through the CUET-UG entrance examination conducted by NTA. The university does not provide paid or management quota seats for this course. All seats are allotted purely on merit, reservation policies, and counseling under BHU/UGC guidelines
BHU B.A.M.S is offered as 5 Years 6 Months Full Time program, with total intake of 50 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.A.M.S is 10+2 + NEET. The total fees for BHU B.A.M.S in 2025 is INR 51,645 for the complete course duration
BHU B.Ed Maths is offered as a 1 Year Full-time program, with a total intake of 191 seats. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Ed are 10+2 + CUET. The total fees for BHU B.Ed Maths in 2025 is INR 10,000 for the complete course duration.
BHU B.Ed is offered as 2 Years Full Time Degree program. The course is offered in 13 specialisations. The specialisation offered includes Maths, Special Education, Special Education (Social Sciences and Humanities), English, and Language. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Ed. are 10+2 + CUET. The popular specialisations of BHU B.Ed are Maths, Special Education, and Special Education (Social Sciences and Humanities). BHU B.Ed Fees 2025-2026 range from INR 10,000 to 20,000.