BHU Ph.D Biophysics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The Ph.D. (Biophysics) at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi is a 3-year full-time doctoral programme offered under the Department of Biophysics, Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS). The department is actively involved in interdisciplinary research and, in addition to the PhD programme, also supports teaching and training for MBBS, ABMS, and MD courses. Biophysics at BHU bridges the physical and biological sciences, with research spanning radiation biophysics, medical imaging, biomolecular interactions, and computational biology. The total course fee is approximately Rs. 33,055 for the entire 3-year duration. Admission is through the BHU Research Entrance Test (RET) or the RET-Exempted route for candidates holding UGC-NET JRF, CSIR-NET JRF, ICMR-JRF, or equivalent qualifications. The programme is well-suited for candidates with backgrounds in Physics, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or allied medical sciences who wish to pursue advanced research at the interface of physics and biology.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session have been completed. The first cycle concluded with reporting to the department by February 10, 2027, and the second cycle began from February 12, 2027. Admissions for the 2027-28 session are expected to open tentatively in December 2027, based on the previous year's pattern.

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BHU Ph.D. (Biophysics) Fees

The Ph.D. (Biophysics) at BHU is highly affordable, with a total course fee of Rs. 33,055 for the entire 3-year duration. Year 1 fees are Rs. 11,585 (inclusive of admission/registration charges), while Years 2 and 3 are Rs. 10,735 each. Hostel accommodation is available separately at approximately Rs. 5,375 per year for male students and is not mandatory.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Year 3 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Tuition Fee	8,000	8,000	8,000	24,000
Admission/Registration Fee	1,418	-	-	1,418
Examination Fee	2,000	2,000	2,000	6,000
Other Charges	167	735	735	1,637
Yearly Total	11,585	10,735	10,735	33,055
Total Fees				Rs. 33,055

Hostel fee (if opted): approximately Rs. 5,375 per year for male students (not mandatory, subject to availability).
Fees are subject to revision by the university.
Application processing fee for RET: Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,500 depending on category (General/OBC: Rs. 1,500; SC/ST/PwD: Rs. 600).
No EMI option is available; fees are paid year-wise at the time of admission.

BHU Ph.D. (Biophysics) Admission 2027

Admissions to the Ph.D. (Biophysics) at BHU are conducted annually through the BHU Research Entrance Test (RET) or the RET-Exempted route. For the 2026-27 session, online applications were invited from December 3 to December 16, 2026, followed by document verification and interviews in January 2027 under the Faculty of Medicine schedule. The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to follow a similar pattern, with notifications likely in December 2027. Candidates with M.Sc. in Biophysics, Physics, Biochemistry, or allied subjects, or those holding UGC-NET JRF/CSIR-NET JRF/ICMR-JRF, are eligible to apply.

Admission Dates

Event	2026-27 (Actual)	2027-28 (Tentative)
Online Application Start	December 3, 2026	December 2027
Online Application Last Date	December 16, 2026	December 2027
Correction Window	December 17, 2026	December 2027
Call Letter / Admit Card Issue	December 20-24, 2026	December 2027
Physical Verification and Interview (Medicine)	January 5-16, 2027	January 2028
Publication of Result and Offer Letter	January 24 - February 5, 2027	January-February 2028
Fee Submission Deadline	February 5, 2027	February 2028
Reporting to Department	February 10, 2027	February 2028
Second Cycle Admission Begins	February 12, 2027	February 2028

Entrance Exam Dates

Event	Expected Dates
BHU RET Notification Release	January 2028 (Tentative)
BHU RET Application Start	January 2028 (Tentative)
BHU RET Application Deadline	March 2028 (Tentative)
BHU RET Test A (Written MCQ)	August-September 2028 (Tentative)
BHU RET Test B (Proposal + Interview)	September-October 2028 (Tentative)
Results / Merit List	October 2028 (Tentative)

Note: BHU RET dates above are based on official BHU notifications and prior year patterns. Candidates should regularly check bhuonline.in and admission.bhu.ac.in for official updates.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Candidates must hold M.Sc. in Biophysics / Physics / Biochemistry / Physiology or allied subjects, OR MD in a relevant medical discipline from a recognized university.
Minimum 55% aggregate marks (or equivalent CGPA) in the qualifying examination; relaxation of 5% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL candidates.
Candidates in the final year of their qualifying examination are not eligible to apply until results are declared.

Admission Process:

Register online at bhuonline.in or admission.bhu.ac.in and fill the application form.
Choose between RET mode (written test) or RET-Exempted mode (for UGC-NET JRF, CSIR-NET JRF, ICMR-JRF, DBT-JRF holders).
Upload required documents: photograph, signature, marksheets, category/exemption certificates.
Pay the application processing fee online (Rs. 600 to Rs. 1,500 based on category).
Download admit card from the portal 7-10 days before the RET Test A.
Appear for RET Test A (100 MCQs, 300 marks, 120 minutes): 40 questions on research methodology and 60 questions on subject knowledge.
Candidates scoring minimum 35% in Test A are shortlisted (approximately 4x seats) for Test B.
Appear for RET Test B: submit a 1-2 page research proposal (25 marks) and attend a viva-voce interview (25 marks).
Final merit list is prepared based on combined Test A and Test B scores.
Selected candidates undergo physical document verification and pay admission fees.

BHU Ph.D. (Biophysics) Scholarships 2027

BHU Ph.D. scholars in Biophysics can avail multiple fellowship and scholarship options through national competitive examinations. CSIR-JRF and ICMR-JRF are the most relevant fellowships for this programme given its interdisciplinary nature spanning physical and biological sciences. BHU also provides an institutional fellowship of Rs. 8,000 per month for scholars not receiving any other financial assistance, ensuring basic financial support during the research tenure.

Scholarship Options

Scholarship / Fellowship	Awarding Body	Amount	Eligibility
UGC-JRF	UGC	Rs. 37,000/month (first 2 years)	Qualify UGC-NET with JRF
CSIR-JRF	CSIR	Rs. 37,000/month (first 2 years)	Qualify CSIR-NET with JRF
ICMR-JRF	ICMR	Rs. 37,000/month	Qualify ICMR-JRF exam
DBT-JRF	DBT	Rs. 37,000/month	Qualify DBT-JRF exam
BHU Institutional Fellowship	BHU	Rs. 8,000/month	For scholars not receiving any other fellowship
INSPIRE Fellowship	DST	Rs. 80,000/year + Rs. 20,000 contingency	Top rankers in qualifying exams

CSIR-JRF (Physical Sciences) and ICMR-JRF are the most relevant fellowships for Ph.D. Biophysics.
Fellowship amounts are as per the latest government revision (effective January 2025).
BHU institutional fellowship is available for scholars who do not receive any central government fellowship.
Candidates must apply for fellowships separately through the respective awarding bodies.
HRA (House Rent Allowance) is provided in addition to the fellowship amount as per institutional norms.

BHU Ph.D. (Biophysics) FAQs

Ques. Is Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU under the Faculty of Medicine or Faculty of Science?

Ans. The Ph.D. (Biophysics) at BHU is offered under the Department of Biophysics, which is part of the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), Faculty of Medicine. This is distinct from the Faculty of Science. The department is involved in interdisciplinary research and also supports teaching for MBBS, ABMS, and MD programmes.

Ques. What is the eligibility for Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU - can Physics or Biochemistry graduates apply?

Ans. Yes. Candidates with M.Sc. in Biophysics, Physics, Biochemistry, Physiology, or allied subjects are eligible to apply for Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU. The minimum marks required are 55% in the qualifying examination (50% for SC/ST/PwD/OBC-NCL). Candidates with MD in relevant medical disciplines may also be eligible.

Ques. What are the main research areas in the Department of Biophysics at BHU IMS?

Ans. The Department of Biophysics at BHU IMS is actively involved in interdisciplinary research. Key research areas include radiation biophysics, medical imaging, biomolecular interactions, computational biology, and biophysical aspects of disease mechanisms. The department collaborates with other departments within IMS for translational research.

Ques. Can I apply for Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU without appearing for the RET exam?

Ans. Yes. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET JRF, CSIR-NET JRF, ICMR-JRF, DBT-JRF, or INSPIRE fellowship are eligible for direct admission under the RET-Exempted mode. Under this mode, candidates skip Test A (written MCQ) and directly appear for Test B (research proposal and viva-voce interview).

Ques. How many seats are available for Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU?

Ans. The seat intake for Ph.D. Biophysics at BHU varies each year based on faculty availability and departmental requirements. Seats are available under both RET and RET-Exempted modes for the Faculty of Medicine. The exact seat matrix for 2026-27 will be announced in the official notification on bhuonline.in.

Ques. What career options are available after Ph.D. Biophysics from BHU?

Ans. After completing Ph.D. Biophysics from BHU, graduates can pursue careers as faculty members in universities and medical colleges, researchers in national institutes (AIIMS, CSIR labs, ICMR institutes, DRDO), medical physicists in hospitals and cancer centres, or scientists in pharmaceutical and biotech companies. The interdisciplinary nature of Biophysics opens doors in both academic and applied research sectors.

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