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BHU: Courses, Admission 2024, Fees, Placement & Ranking

BHU Varanasi admission 2024 is ongoing for various courses. For MD/MS admission, AIAPGET counselling round one seat allotment result has been released. The round two registration will start on October 1. Furthermore, Ayush UG counselling 2024 round two registration is closed and the result will be out on September 26 for admission to BAMS course. The university offers 45 courses in medical, engineering, management, commerce, arts etc. streams.  BHU fee structure ranges from Rs 1,982 to Rs 46,97,700 per year, depending on the course.
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Updated on - Dec 19, 2024 03:46 PM IST

BHU Latest Updates

December 19, 2024

The city intimation slip of JEE Main 2025 will be issued on jeemain.nta.nic.in in the first week of January. This city intimation slip is useful for candidates to get to know about their city of examination and date. This can be downloaded with an application number and password or date of birth. It is only for travel; the official admit card will be issued by January 20, 2025.

December 13, 2024

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will release the JEE Main 2025 Session 1 admit card by January 20, 2025, ahead of the exam, which starts on January 22, 2025. Candidates can download the admit card using their application number and password from the official JEE Main website. The exam will be held from January 22 to 31, 2025.

December 11, 2024

The CUET UG 2025 has a new structure with emphasis on interdisciplinary learning and flexibility. It is conducted only in CBT mode, which reduces the number of subjects to choose from, thereby making it more accessible to students coming from diverse academic backgrounds. These changes aim to make the examination process smoother and more adaptable to the needs of the aspirants.

December 09, 2024

The NEET PG 2024 Round 2 counseling registration and choice filling process is scheduled to conclude today on MCC's official website. Candidates must complete their preferences before the deadline. Seat allotment results will be announced soon after. Applicants are advised to review the schedule carefully and ensure all required documents are ready for the subsequent admission process.

About BHU

Banaras Hindu University, previously known as Central Hindu College, is a prestigious public central university in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Founded in 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, the university is famous for its rich history, sprawling 1300-acre campus, and diverse academic courses. It has been approved by NAAC, given an "A" grade by the UGC, and is a member of the AIU. The NIRF Ranking 2024 of BHU is 5 and 11 in university and overall categories, respectively. It ranked 1001-1200 in the 'University' categories by the QS World University Ranking 2025.

BHU offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across multiple fields, such as Arts, Science, Engineering, Medicine, and Agriculture. With over 30,000 students living on campus, it is Asia's largest residential institution. 6 institutes, 14 faculties, 140 departments, four multidisciplinary centres, a constituent college for women, and three-component schools are all part of the BHU-affiliated colleges. The BHU fee structure ranges from Rs 1,982 to Rs 46,97,700 per year, depending on the course.

Admission to various UG courses at BHU is based on CUET UG scores. It accepts CUET PG scores for courses like MA, MSc, MCA, M.P.Ed., MFA and LLM. The university accepts CAT scores for admission to MBA and MBA in International Business courses. As per BHU placement statistics 2024, the highest and average package for the MBA course was Rs 23.5 LPA and Rs 11.1 LPA, respectively. Get to know the complete details of Banaras Hindu University in the following sections.

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Top Courses at BHU

Course NameShort EligibilityFeesApply Now
M.B.A. (Master of Business Administration)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Valid CAT score₹30,767 - 90,000
M.B.B.S. (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery)Higher secondary education (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Qualified in NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test)₹10,369
B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science)10+2 examination from a recognized board, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects, minimum aggregate of 50% in these subjects₹2,381 - 25,520
B.A. (Bachelor of Arts)10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum aggregate of 50%, age criteria set by the university₹122 - 15,220
B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce)10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board or university, minimum aggregate marks as per official cutoff, studied Commerce as one of the main subjects in qualifying examination, required cutoff score in entrance examination₹22,000
B.Pharm. (Bachelor of Pharmacy)Higher secondary education (10+2) with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology, Minimum aggregate score of 50% in these subjects
LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws)Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Studied law as a subject in undergraduate program or possess a degree in any other discipline recognized by the Bar Council of India.₹750
Diploma10+2 education from a recognized board or equivalent, minimum aggregate score may vary, specific subject requirements as per the course₹3,000 - 30,000
M.Sc. (Master of Science)Undergraduate degree in a relevant field, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Required subjects studied as per specialization, Cutoff marks met in entrance examination₹3,557 - 70,000
B.Ed. (Bachelor of Education)Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, Minimum aggregate of 50%, Studied at least one school subject at the graduation level.₹4,006
M.A. (Master of Arts)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Relevant subject studied at the undergraduate level₹2,582 - 30,000
M.Tech. (Master of Technology)Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent qualification, Minimum qualifying marks of 60% or CGPA of 6.0 out of 10 for general category, Minimum qualifying marks of 55% or CGPA of 5.0 out of 10 for SC/ST candidates, Valid GATE score in the relevant discipline₹50,000
Post Graduate DiplomaBachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum 50% aggregate score, Specific subject prerequisites as specified by the respective department₹9,530 - 85,000
M.Com. (Master of Commerce)Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com.) or equivalent qualification, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, 5% relaxation for reserved categories₹3,307
Certificate10+2 education from a recognized board or equivalent examination, minimum aggregate of 50% marks in qualifying examination₹14,000 - 25,000
M.C.A. (Master of Computer Applications)Bachelor's degree in any discipline with Mathematics as a subject at the intermediate (10+2) level or as a subsidiary subject at the bachelor's level, Minimum aggregate score of 50% or equivalent grade, Minimum aggregate requirement of 45% for SC/ST categories₹11,890
M.Pharm. (Master of Pharmacy)Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm.), Minimum 60% marks for General category, Minimum 54% marks for OBC candidates, Minimum 45% marks for SC/ST candidates, Qualify in BHU-PET.
Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)Master's degree in a relevant discipline, Minimum 55% score, Qualify in BHU Research Entrance Test (RET) or any national-level entrance examination (UGC-NET or GATE), M.Phil. degree or cleared JRF examination (UGC/CSIR/ICAR/ICMR/DBT) exempt from RET.₹8,368
M.Ed. (Master of Education)Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed.) with a minimum aggregate score of 50%, Teaching experience of at least two years in a recognized educational institution, B.A. or B.Sc. degree with a minimum of 50% marks, Diploma in Education (D.Ed.) or equivalent qualification, At least two years of teaching experience.₹4,406
M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy)55% marks or equivalent grade in relevant Master's degree, Qualified in UGC-NET (including JRF)/UGC-CSIR NET (including JRF)/SLET/GATE/teacher fellowship, Passed M.Phil. entrance test₹3,256
B.A. + LL.B.10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum aggregate score of 50%, studied English as a compulsory subject₹11,410
LL.M. (Master of Law)LL.B. degree from a recognized university, minimum aggregate score of 50%, qualified BHU LL.M. entrance examination₹5,664 - 10,830
M.D. (Doctor of Medicine)MBBS degree, Compulsory rotating internship, Permanent registration certificate from the Medical Council of India or any State Medical Council, Qualify in the NEET-PG examination₹12,520 - 14,326
B.D.S. (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)10+2 or equivalent examination, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English as core subjects, minimum aggregate of 50% marks (40% for SC/ST/OBC), completed age of 17 years on or before December 31 of the year of admission₹10,369
M.S. (Master of Surgery)MBBS degree from a medical college recognized by the Medical Council of India, one-year rotating internship after MBBS, qualifying percentile in the NEET-PG exam
B.P.Ed. (Bachelor of Physical Education)10+2 education from a recognized board or university, minimum aggregate of 50%, participated in sports at the school, college, district, or state level, age limit of 25 years for general category candidates, age limit of 30 years for SC/ST/OBC candidates₹8,330
M.S. (Master of Science)Bachelor's degree in the relevant field of study from a recognized university, minimum qualifying percentage varies by department and specialization, entrance examination score, GATE score, NET score₹14,326
M.D.S. (Master of Dental Surgery)Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) degree, one-year rotating internship program₹14,326
M.Lib. (Master of Library Sciences)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, final year bachelor's program eligibility, clear BHU Postgraduate Entrance Test (PET)₹12,730
B.A.M.S. (Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery)Higher secondary education (10+2) or equivalent examination, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50%, qualified in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)₹10,369
B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts)10+2 or equivalent examination, minimum aggregate of 50%, studied Fine Arts as a subject in qualifying examination₹6,250
M.Ch. (Master of Chirurgiae)MBBS degree from a recognized medical college or university, completed internship, permanent registration from the Medical Council of India (MCI) or any State Medical Council, age criteria set by the university.₹14,326
M.P.Ed. (Master of Physical Education)Bachelor's degree in Physical Education (B.P.Ed.) or equivalent, minimum aggregate of 50% marks, valid score in BHU Postgraduate Entrance Test (PET)₹17,620
M.H.R.D.M. (Master in Human Resources Development Management)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate of 50% marks or equivalent grade
M.F.A. (Master of Fine Arts)Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts or an equivalent discipline, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies₹3,157 - 1,00,000
Bachelor of Performing Arts - BPA10+2 examination or equivalent qualification, minimum aggregate score of 50%, background or aptitude in the performing arts₹2,407
Master of Performing Arts - MPABachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognized university, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, relaxation of 5% in minimum aggregate score for SC/ST categories.₹15,000
B.N.Y.S. (Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences)10+2 or equivalent examination, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology as compulsory subjects, minimum aggregate score of 50%, at least 17 years old at the time of admission
M.F.M. (Master of Financial Management)Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum aggregate of 50% marks, studied Mathematics or Statistics at the 10+2 level or as part of undergraduate program₹9,530
M.P.M. (Master of Personnel Management)Bachelor's degree (10+2+3) in any discipline, Minimum aggregate of 50% marks or equivalent CGPA, 5% relaxation for SC/ST category₹30,767
M.F.M. (Master of Fashion Management)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, Minimum aggregate score of 50%, Valid score in Common Admission Test (CAT), Valid score in Management Aptitude Test (MAT)₹1,00,000
B.Mus. (Bachelor of Music)10+2 education from a recognized board or university, studied music as one of the subjects in the qualifying examination, clear the BHU Undergraduate Entrance Test (UET)
M.Mus. (Master of Music)Bachelor's degree in Music (B.Mus. or equivalent), Minimum of 50% aggregate marks in undergraduate program
M.F.T. (Master of Foreign Trade)Bachelor's degree in any discipline, minimum aggregate score of 50% in undergraduate studies, 5% relaxation for reserved categories, qualifying score in BHU Postgraduate Entrance Test (PET)₹10,230

BHU Courses and Admission 2024

BHU offers a total of 45 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and PhD levels in the fields of Engineering, Medicine, Arts, Science, and Agriculture. Some of the popular courses include B.Tech, BDS, MBBS, BA LLB, B.Com, B.Ed, BA, B.Sc, M.E./ M.Tech, MD, MCA, M.Pharma, LLM, M.Ed, and more. The entrance exams accepted by BHU are CUET (for B.Com, BA, B.Sc, LLB), CAT (for MBA), NEET UG (for MBBS, BDS), NEET PG (for MD), CUET PG (for M.Sc, MA, M.Com, LLM), and more. When applying for admission for BHU courses, candidates must check which entrance exams are applicable for which courses and then apply accordingly.

BHU Courses & Eligibility Criteria

CourseDurationAnnual FeeEligibility Criteria
B.Sc3 YearsRs 2,380 to Rs 25,500
  • Academics: Passed 10+2 or equivalent exam with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate.
  • Entrance Exam: CUET UG
B.Ed1 YearRs 3,860
  • Academics:  Bachelor’s Degree/ Master’s Degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
  • Entrance Exam: CUET UG, CUET PG
MBBS5 YearsRs 10,400
  • Academics: 10+2 or equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry & Biology and a minimum of 50% marks
  • Entrance Exam: NEET UG
BDS3 YearsRs 10,400
  • Academics: 10+2 or equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry & Biology and a minimum of 50% marks
  • Entrance Exam: NEET UG
MCA3 YearsRs 11,900
  • Academics: BCA/ B.Sc Degree in Mathematics with a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate.
  • Entrance Exam: CUET PG
MBA2 YearsRs 30,800
  • Academics: Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks.
  • Entrance Exam: CAT, CUET PG
MS3 YearsRs 14,300
  • Academics: MBBS degree from a recognised institute.
  • Entrance Exam: NEET PG
M.Tech2 YearsRs 50,000
  • Academics: B.Tech./BE/B.Sc. in the relevant subject from a recognised University.
  • Entrance Exam: GATE
M.Pharma2 YearsRs 42,320
  • Academics: Graduation with 50% aggregate marks in B.Pharm from a recognised university.
  • Entrance Exam: GPAT

BHU Admission Dates 2024

EventDate
CAT 2024November 24, 2024
NEET PG 2024August 11, 2024
CUET UG 2024 ResultJuly 2024

BHU Admission Process 2024

The process for BHU admission has been discussed in the steps below.

Step 1: Apply for the entrance exam applicable to the course you’re seeking admission to.

Step 2: Appear for the entrance exam and qualify for it.

Step 3: If you meet the required cutoff, you will be called to participate in the counselling which may include GD and PI.

Step 4: Based on your academic qualification, entrance exam score, and performance in counselling, you will be shortlisted for admission.

Step 5: After you have been allotted a seat, you need to report to the institute, pay the admission fees, and complete all the formalities.

Documents Required for Admission at BHU

  • 10+2 Marksheet (for UG, Diploma, Certificate courses)
  • Graduation Marksheet (for PG courses)
  • Postgraduation Marksheet (for PhD courses)
  • Entrance Exam Scorecard
  • Candidate's Photo and Signature
  • Aadhar Card or Voter ID Card
  • SC/ ST/ OBC Certificate (if applicable)
  • Pwd Certificate (if applicable)
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₹30,767 - 90,000Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CAT
Courses OfferedView AllMaster of Business Administration in International Business , Master's Program in Business Administration (MBA) , Master's Program in Agri-Business , Master of Agriculture of Business Management
₹10,369Fees
5 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:NEET
Courses OfferedView AllM.B.B.S.
₹2,381 - 25,520Fees
2 - 4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CUET , CUET PG +1
Courses OfferedView AllB.Sc in Agriculture , B.Sc in Chemistry , B.Sc in Physics , B.Sc in mathematics &Bio Group , BSC in Nursing
₹122 - 15,220Fees
1 - 3 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:BHU PET , BHU UET +2
Courses OfferedView AllB.A in Hindi , Shastri (Hons.) in Jyotish , B.A in English , BA in Telugu , B.A in History
₹22,000Fees
3 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedView AllB.Com (Hons.)
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:NEET
Courses OfferedView AllB.Pharmacy , B. Pharma. (Ay)
₹750Fees
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:LSAT-India , CLAT +1
Courses OfferedView AllLLB
₹3,000 - 30,000Fees
1 - 3 YearsDuration
Regular, Part TimeStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:CBSE 12th
Courses OfferedView AllDiploma in Jyotish , Diploma in English , Diploma in Telugu , Diploma in Tamil , Diploma in Kannada
₹3,557 - 70,000Fees
1 - 3 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:BHU PET , ICAR AIEEA +1
Courses OfferedView AllMSc in Agriculture in Plant Physiology , MSc in Agriculture , MSc in Psychology , MSc in Chemistry , MSc in Physics
₹4,006Fees
1 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedView AllB.ED

BHU Highlights

BHU Placements

BHU has a dedicated training and placement cell that is responsible for conducting activities for personality development, including aptitude, logical reasoning, learning and improving communication skills, mock interviews, and much more. The BHU Varanasi placement cell also conducts workshops, industry visits, seminars, group discussions, etc., to familiarise students with the corporate culture, which helps enhance their professional skills. 

Some of the major companies participating in the BHU placement include Chegg, Parle Biscuits, Pragya, Anthroplace Consulting, Astro Research Society, Tech Mahindra, Idea, Coal India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Bisleri International, Enerstrong Technology Pvt Ltd, Gopi Line Education Services, Hindustan Unilever, Phoenix Medical Systems, Bosch, Polaris, IDBI Bank, Zee Media, Concentrix, etc. Check the BHU placement reports provided below.

BHU Placement Statistics 2024 - MBA 

ParticularDetails
Highest PackageRs 23.5 LPA
Average PackageRs 11.1 LPA
Total Students165
Total Offers Made181
Total Recruiters65+
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BHU Placement Stats 2023

Average Package
19 Lacs
Highest Package
1.2 Crore
No of offers
1000
No of companies visited
308

Highest package and Average package (2023)

Top Recruiters at BHU

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BHU Cut Off

To get admission, students have to clear the BHU cutoff which is the minimum mark required to be selected for counselling. The cutoff varies for different courses and is determined by a number of factors such as the number of test-takers, difficulty level of the exam, previous year’s cutoff, number of seats available, reservation policy, and more. The cutoff is released after the results of the accepted entrance exams are out. If you are seeking admission, check the BHU cut off for 2024 for different courses below.

BHU CUET-PG Cutoff 2024 Last Round (General-All India)

CourseCutoff 2024
M.Sc. in Applied Microbiology228
M.A. in Sanskrit217
M.A. in Political Science216
M.A. in Sociology239
M.A. in Psychology270
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MBBS

MBBS in General Medicine (Medical)

BDS

BDS in Dental Surgery (Dental)

BHU Reviews

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5 Star Rating
60%
4 Star Rating
28%
3 Star Rating
7%
2 Star Rating
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1 Star Rating
4%
Students Feedback
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Ayush SaraswatB.A in Geography | 2027 | 3 weeks ago
Overall BHU is the best central university in India yet it needs some upgrades in Infrastructure, Curriculum and Schedules for admission, exams and internal assessments.
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Abhishek kumar pandeyB.Sc in Botany | 2022 | Sep 10, 2024 20:27:49
On of the best college in up with a nice campus and best teaching professor .very clean environment with a good food facilities and free transportation to all the students within the campus overall best college in india
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Himanshu RajM.Com | 2024 | Aug 17, 2024 21:43:37
It is one of the best central universities in India. It has a rich environment with the greenary campus. College and hostel fees are very less as compared to any other universities. Faculty is average. Facilities such as library, hostel, transportation, health, etc. are good.
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KAVINB.Pharmacy | 2016 | Aug 15, 2024 16:28:53
Various cultural events occur in the BHU campus like an annual festival, annual sports meet and faculty wise programmes like Aakanskha and Spandan Kashi Yatra from IIT BHU.
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Shivangi SinghMA in Psychology | 2025 | May 02, 2024 13:43:58
It is one of the reputed university of Asia. They do offer a lot of courses and subjects for both undergraduate and postgraduate level. They do provide a good quality education along with practical exposure.
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BHU FAQs

Which entrance exams are accepted by BHU?

The entrance exams accepted by BHU are CUET (for B.Com, BA, B.Sc, LLB), CAT (for MBA), NEET UG (for MBBS, BDS), NEET PG (for MD), CUET PG (for M.Sc, MA, M.Com, LLM), and more.

What are the MBA placement statistics 2024 at BHU?

As per the MBA placement statistics 2024 at BHU, a total of 165 Management students received 181 offers. The highest and average package offered was INR 23.5 LPA and INR 11.1 LPA, respectively. More than 65 companies visited the campus during BHU MBA placements 2024.

Which facilities are offered at BHU campus?

BHU campus, spread across an area of 1300 acres, offers a number of facilities for the holistic development of students. It has a library with a huge collection of books, journals, magazines, weeklies, regional and national newspapers, e-books, etc. 41 hostels are available for boys and 21 for girls. It offers various sports facilities, healthcare facilities, and has well-equipped laboratories, classrooms, seminar halls, and more.

Are there any scholarships available at BHU?

Yes, there are various scholarships available at BHU, including Pyare Lal - Prem Vati Memorial Scholarship, S.N. Ranade Scholarship, Underprivileged Students Scholarship, Blind Students Scholarship, Scholarship for Students from Economically Weaker Sections, and Scholarship for PwD Students.

What is the BHU cutoff for admission?

The BHU cutoff is the minimum mark required for admission to its courses. JEE Advanced Round 3 Closing Rank for the general category for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering is 1043 and B.Tech. in Electronics Engineering is 2667. For MBA admission, the required CAT cutoff percentile is 85 (overall).

What is the ranking of BHU Varanasi?

The ranking of BHU Varanasi in the Overall category by QS World University is 1001-1200 out of 1400 colleges in India in 2025. It was 1001-1200 out of 1498 colleges in India in 2024. The NIRF Ranking 2023 of BHU in the Overall category is 11 out of 200 colleges in India.

What is the BHU fee structure?

The BHU fee structure ranges from Rs 1,982 and Rs 46,97,700 per year, depending on the course. The total B.Tech fee at IIT BHU is Rs 80,000 for four years. The MBBS fee is Rs 10,400, MBA fee is Rs 30,800, and the M.tech fee is M.Tech.

What are the eligibility criteria for admission at BHU?

The eligibility criteria for UG admission at BHU include completing class 12th from the applicable stream and passing the required entrance exams. For PG admission, candidates need to have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% marks from the applicable stream and qualify for the entrance exams.

How can I apply for admission to BHU?

To apply for admission at BHU, students need to take the applicable entrance exams and qualify for them. Once they meet the required cutoff, they will be called for counselling. The seat allotment will be based on a candidate’s academic qualification, entrance exam scores, and performance in selection rounds. Once the seat is allotted, candidates must report to the university and pay the admission fee.

Which courses are offered by BHU?

BHU offers a total of 45 courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, certificate, and PhD levels in the fields of Engineering, Medicine, Arts, Science, and Agriculture. Some of the popular courses include BDS, MBBS, BA LLB, B.Com, B.Ed, BA, B.Sc, M.E./ M.Tech, MD, MCA, M.Pharma, LLM, M.Ed, and more.
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BHU Ranking 2025

Banaras Hindu University is highly regarded both in India and globally. It consistently secures positions within the top universities nationally, according to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). Internationally, the university also garners recognition, frequently appearing in rankings such as the QS World University Rankings. Check out the current BHU ranking provided in the table below.

Ranking BodyCategoryRank
QS World University Rankings 2025Overall1001-1200
NIRF Ranking 2024 Agriculture and Allied Sectors4
NIRF Ranking 2024 University5
NIRF Ranking 2024 Medical 6
NIRF Ranking 2024 Overall11
NIRF Ranking 2024 Management 48
IIRF Ranking 2024Overall3
IIRF Ranking 2024Management26
NIRF Ranking 2023Overall11
NIRF Ranking 2023Management56
NIRF Ranking 2023Medicine & Health Sciences8
NIRF Ranking 2023Dental18
NIRF Ranking 2023Agriculture4
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Ranking Publisher NIRF

  • Overall#11
  • Law#25
  • Dental#17
  • Medical#7
  • Management#48

BHU Overall NIRF Ranking 2024

  • OVERALLCombined scores base on institute performance.
    67.56GOOD
  • TLRStrong emphasis on quality education and adequate resources.
    73.59GOOD
  • RPActive engagement in research, high-quality publications, and strong professional collaborations.
    51.01GOOD
  • GOGood placement and higher study opportunities for students, high median salary, and admissions into top universities.
    94.94Great
  • OIFocus on diversity, inclusivity, and facilities for disadvantaged and physically challenged students.
    61.57GOOD
  • PRPositive perception among employers, research investors, and academic peers.
    50.25GOOD

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BHU Campus Infrastructure and Facilities

The BHU campus is spread across an area of 1300 acres. It is a lush green campus, well equipped with all the necessary facilities like hostels, library, sports complex, cafeteria, hospital, auditorium, swimming pool, gymnasium, shopping complex, ATM, post office, etc. BHU infrastructure is well maintained with new, improved addition of screening rooms, AV centres, auditoriums, laboratories and indoor & outdoor sports facilities.

  • BHU campus offers separate hostels for boys and girls. 41 hostels are available for boys and 21 for girls. There are also separate hostels for international students. 
  • Every BHU hostel is equipped with everyday necessities like a water purifier, TV, common room, mess, laundry services, recreation room, security and surveillance system, etc.
  • The BHU library is fully air-conditioned and has a huge collection of books, journals, magazines, weeklies, regional and national newspapers, e-books, etc.
  • The university has badminton courts, basketball courts, cricket ground, football ground, squash court, swimming pool, tennis court, table tennis, etc. 
  • Lab facilities with modern machinery are provided. These include the Chemistry lab, Physics lab, Biotechnology lab, Mechanical lab, Zoology lab, Computer lab, and CAD-CAM lab.
  • BHU has active healthcare facilities for all its students and staff. These medical facilities are provided for free or at a concessional rate.
  • It is renowned for its research facilities and has made significant contributions in various areas, including interdisciplinary research.
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Campus Facilities

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Faculty

Name of facultyDepartmentDesignationEducation Qualification
Prof. C.N.R. RaoFaculty of ScienceProfessorPh.D.
Dr. Annie BesantFaculty of ArtsProfessorPh.D.
Pandit Madan Mohan MalaviyaFounderFounderB.A., LL.B.
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Alumni

Some of the most notable Banaras Hindu University alumni are:

Banaras Hindu University Notable Alumni

Alumni NameOccupation
Lalji SinghA scientist popularly known as the “Father of Indian DNA fingerprinting”.
 
Jagadish ShuklaA popular meteorologist and distinguished professor at George Mason University in the US.
Jayant NarlikarA Padma Bhushan recipient, an astrophysicist and emeritus professor at the Inter-University Center for Astronomy and Astrophysics.
 
Saket KushwahaAn educationist, agricultural economist and the vice-chancellor of Rajiv Gandhi University.
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BHU Scholarships

BHU offers a wide range of scholarships through the Students' Welfare Fund to provide financial assistance to deserving students. The scholarships include free meals, rewards, and tuition fee waivers and are also available for MBA courses to students with good academic standing. The online scholarship form can be found on the official BHU website. Check the details of the BHU scholarships below:

  • Underprivileged Students: 50 underprivileged students under the “Free Meal Facility” will be provided lunch and dinner for seven months. Female students using BHU hostels will be reimbursed for the mess charges.
  • Blind Students: Twenty blind students under the “Annadaan Yojana” will get free lunch and dinner and Rs 5000 PA.
  • Top Rank Holders: Students who are 1st and 2nd rank holders will be awarded a cash prize of Rs 4000 and Rs 300, respectively.
  • Students from Economically Weak Backgrounds: Rs 2000 PA will be granted as financial assistance to students (a maximum of 100 students) from economically weaker backgrounds.
  • PwD Candidates: A one-time grant of Rs 4000 per student is provided to physically handicapped students (a maximum of 25 students) for their entire course.
  • Pyare Lal - Prem Vati Memorial Scholarship: MBA students who top the first-year exams will be awarded this scholarship worth Rs 10,000.
  • S.N. Ranade Scholarship: This scholarship is offered to meritorious students enrolled in the MBA Agri-Business course.
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BHU Contact Details

College Location

  • addressKabir Colony, Banaras Hindu University Campus, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005
  • emailims@gmail.com
  • telephone0542 236 8558
  • telephonehttps://www.bhu.ac.in/Site/Home/1_2_16_Main-Site

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Triparna Choudhury •  Dec-20-2023

Dear Student, Yes, you can apply for an undergraduate course in agriculture at Banaras Hindu University even if you didn't have agriculture as a subject in higher secondary. The eligibility for the agriculture course through CUET requires a student to have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology/Mathematics, which you have fulfilled with your PCB stream. The admission process involves filling out the application form for CUET, appearing for the entrance test, and, based on your score, you will be called for counselling, where you can opt for the agriculture course at Banaras Hindu University.  

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Ankita Sarkar •  Sep-22-2023

Hello Arti,

Yes, at Banaras Hindu University, a four-and-a-half-year-long Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Science (BNYS) programme. The programme is delivered in regular mode, on campus. To secure admission to the BNYS programme at BHU, you must have passed the 10+2 qualifying exam from a recognised board and also have taken the NEET UG entrance examination. Based on the merit secured in both, admission will be granted. 

Hope this was helpful. Feel free to ask for any more queries.

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Puneet Hooda •  Sep-22-2023

Yes, Banaras Hindu University offers a 5.5 years Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yoga Sciences (BNYS) course in full-time mode. The course is of 4.5 years + 1 year of mandatory internship. You can get admission in BNYS course at BHU Varanasi based on NEET UG scores. There are 30 seats available in the BNYS course. The university also offers various other medical, dental and nursing courses such as BSc Nursing, BDMS, MBBS etc. All courses are offered in full-time mode.

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Puneet Hooda •  Sep-22-2023

Yes, if you want to take admission in Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yoga Sciences (BNYS) offered by BHU Varanasi then you need to qualify the NEET exam. The duration of the BNYS course is 5.5 years and the mode of study is full-time. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with physics, chemistry and biology as subjects and also with an aggregate score of 50% marks in order to be eligible for the Banaras Hindu University BNYS course. The total seat intake of the course is 30.