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Banaras Hindu University (BHU): Admissions 2026, Courses, Cutoff, Fees, Placement, Rankings, Reviews

Q: Can I get a seat at BHU with 200 marks in CUET?

BHU cutoff 2026 was released for the 3rd round for different All India quota categories for the UG-level courses. The round 3 cutoff ranged from 30 to 202 for the General AI category. Hence, students can get admission at BHU with a score of 200. See below to know which courses are available in the second round. Course BHU cutoff 2026 B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impairment - Mathematics) 30 B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Science) 60 B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impaired - Science) 65 B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Mathematics) 73 B.Ed. in Science 123 B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impaired - Social Science and Humanities) 133 B.Ed. in Mathematics 135 B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Social Science and Humanities) 145 B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Languages) 156 B.Ed. in Social Science and Humanities 173 B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impairment - Languages) 177 Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) 191 For a complete list of BHU courses and their cutoff scores for different categories, rounds, etc, click here .

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BHU Admission Process 2026 is ongoing for various courses. Some of the latest BHU admission news updates are given below:

CUET UG 2026 results are out. Candidates can visit cuet.nta.nic.in to check their result.
The JoSAA 2026 round 2 seat allotment result will be declared for admission to the BE/BTech course on Jun 30, 2026.
CAT 2026 exam for MBA admission at IMS BHU is scheduled for Nov 29, 2026.

BHU Highlights 2026

Banaras Hindu University is one of the only 8 public institutions in India to have received the "Institution of Eminence" status from the Ministry of Education. Famously known as BHU, this central university is recognised by the UGC, holds an NAAC "A" Grade and is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), signifying degree equivalence with other AIU member institutions. Some of the key highlights of BHU are given below:

BHU offers more than 400 UG, PG, PhD, Diploma and Certificate courses through its constituent institutes, including IIT BHU, Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS BHU), and Institute of Management Studies (formerly known as FMS BHU). BTech and MBA are the flagship programmes offered at the university.
As per the NIRF Rankings 2025, BHU was ranked at #5 in the ‘University’ category, #6 in the 'Medical' category, #10 in the 'Overall' category, and #60 in the 'Management' category. IIT BHU was ranked at #10 in the ‘Engineering’ category of NIRF Rankings 2025.
IIT BHU BTech course fee ranges from INR 2.66 lakh to INR 8 lakh. It varies depending on the category and family income of the candidates.
IMS BHU fee for MBA & MBA-IB in 2026 is around INR 1.2 lakh, making it one of the most affordable MBA institutions. Check BHU MBA Admission Brochure 2026 for more details.
As per the IIT BHU placement data updated till Feb 2, 2026, the overall average package is INR 29 LPA and the highest salary package is INR 1.67 Crore per annum. The median package during BHU MBA placements 2026 stood at INR 9.2 LPA and the average package was INR 10.1 LPA.
Admission to the majority of UG and PG courses is based on CUET (UG/ PG) scores, followed by the Common Allotment Program (CAP) conducted by the university.
Other accepted entrance exams include JEE Main (for BTech), NEET UG (for MBBS), CAT (for MBA), etc. Check BHU Admission Criteria 2026 for eligibility and selection criteria of popular BHU courses.
BHU CUET UG cut-off 2026 and BHU NEET UG cut-off 2026 will be updated here once out. For BTech admission at IIT BHU, the closing rank during Round 1 of JoSAA counselling 2026 ranged from 1,436 to 13,991 for the General AI category.
BHU has a main campus at Varanasi and a second campus in Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, which is known as Rajiv Gandhi South Campus.
There are four colleges affiliated to BHU. These colleges are Arya Mahila Post Graduate College, DAV Post Graduate College, Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya, and Vasanta College for Women.

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Q: What is the minimum marks required for BHU in CUET?

The minimum CUET scores required for BHU admission would differ based on category, course and rounds. For the General AI category, the minimum score accepted in the first round was 73.

The CUET BHU cutoff 2026 was published for different All India quota categories for the first round. See the table below to know the minimum score required by different categories.

Category	BHU CUET cutoff 2026
General	73
OBC	83
SC	60
EWS	68
ST	70
PWD	83

Q: Is an MBA from BHU worth it?

MBA at BHU is worth it for candidates who prioritise Return on Investment or ROI. IMS BHU offers an MBA at a fairly affordable tuition fee of INR 1.2 lakh. As per the latest placement data for the batch of 2026, the median salary for MBA students stood at INR 9.2 LPA. And the average package was INR 10.1 LPA. However, for high-end corporate packages, candidates can explore the Top Private MBA Colleges in India.

Q: Can I get a seat at BHU with 200 marks in CUET?

BHU cutoff 2026 was released for the 3rd round for different All India quota categories for the UG-level courses. The round 3 cutoff ranged from 30 to 202 for the General AI category. Hence, students can get admission at BHU with a score of 200. See below to know which courses are available in the second round.

Course	BHU cutoff 2026
B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impairment - Mathematics)	30
B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Science)	60
B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impaired - Science)	65
B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Mathematics)	73
B.Ed. in Science	123
B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impaired - Social Science and Humanities)	133
B.Ed. in Mathematics	135
B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Social Science and Humanities)	145
B.Ed. in Special Education (Hearing Impaired - Languages)	156
B.Ed. in Social Science and Humanities	173
B.Ed. in Special Education (Visual Impairment - Languages)	177
Bachelor of Law (LL.B.)	191

For a complete list of BHU courses and their cutoff scores for different categories, rounds, etc, click here.

Q: What is the CUET score required for BHU?

CUET score required for BHU admission depends on candidates' selected course and reservation category. CUET UG cut-off for BHU admission 2026 is yet to be released. As per the BHU CUET cut-off 2025, the closing CUET UG score for admission to most courses ranged from 500 to 600 for the General AI category. For some courses, such as BSc Computer Science & BSc Mathematics with Statistics, the closing score was between 400 and 500 for the General AI category. Cut-off scores for reserved categories like OBC-NCL, SC, ST, and EWS are usually 15-20% lower than the General AI category.

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BHU Popular Programmes 2026

Banaras Hindu University courses are offered at UG, PG, PhD, Diploma, and Certificate levels. Students can choose from a variety of streams, such as Business and Management Studies, Engineering, Commerce, Arts, Science, Agriculture, Law, Medicine and Health Sciences, etc. Some popular BHU courses are listed below:

UG courses offered at BHU/ Affiliated Colleges: BA (Hons), BCom (Hons), BSc (Hons), BTech, BFA, BA LLB (Hons), B.Ed, etc.
PG courses offered at BHU/ Affiliated Colleges: LLM, MA, MBA, MCA, MCom, MTech, MSc, etc.
Popular courses offered at IMS BHU: MBBS, BSc Nursing, BDS, MD, MS, MDS

BTech at BHU

BTech is one of the most popular courses at BHU. BTech in CSE, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, etc. are offered by IIT BHU. Admission is based on JEE Advanced score, followed by JoSAA/ CSAB counselling.
In 2025, IIT BHU BTech closing rank for the General AI category ranged from 1,489 to 13,255 for various specialisations during the last round.
BTech in Food Technology and Dairy Technology are offered by the university. Admission to these courses is via CUET UG and CAP-UG counselling.

MBA at BHU

MBA and MBA International Business (IB) are offered at the Institute of Management Studies, BHU. Admission to these courses is based on candidates' CAT score, GD-PI performance and academic records.
MBA specialisations offered at the university include Food & Agribusiness Management, Financial Management, Foreign Trade, and Risk & Insurance. Admission to these courses is based on candidates' performance in CUET PG, GD & PI.

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Check below the course-wise Banaras Hindu University fees, eligibility criteria and more:

B.Sc.

41 Courses

4.3(234)3 - 4 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹600 - 2.4 L

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Median Salary

₹8 - 8.5 LPA

B.E. / B.Tech

33 Courses

4.3(621)4 - 5 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹3.2 L - 8 L

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Median Salary

₹8.5 - 20 LPA

M.Sc.

52 Courses

4.3(83)2 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹6.66 K - 1.7 L

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Median Salary

₹9 LPA

MBA/PGDM

9 Courses

4.1(102)1 year - 2 years#60 NIRF

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹10.23 K - 2.2 L

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Median Salary

₹9 - 11.8 LPA

M.A.

78 Courses

4.2(65)2 years

Exams Accepted

Total Tuition Fees

₹5.16 K - 1.26 L

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Median Salary

₹9 LPA

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Q: Does BHU offers BA LLB?

Yes, BHU offers an integrated BA LLB Hons programme. It is offered for five years by the faculty of law. Admissions in the course are based on CUET UG scores. The eligibility to apply is Class 12 with at least 50% marks (General).

Q: Is BTech programme available at BHU?

Yes, Banaras Hindu University offers BTech as a 4-year UG course. Students can choose between the specialisations available at the university, such as Dairy Technology and Food Technology. Admission to these courses is based on CUET UG scores.

Further, IIT BHU also offers BTech in specialisations like CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, etc. Admission to IIT BHU BTech is strictly through the JoSAA Counselling based on JEE Advanced score.

Q: Is maths compulsory for BCom Honours in BHU?

No, maths is not compulsory for admission to BCom in BHU. However, it is necessary that the candidate studied a subject related to commerce (Commerce/Economics/Maths/Computer Science/Finance/Financial Markets Management/Vocational Courses) in Class 12. Candidate further should hold the qualifying exam pass certificate for verification purposes as well or the application can be treated as invalid.

Q: Is BSc Hons course available at BHU?

The university offers three to four year long BSc (Hons) courses. It is available in different specialisations, such as Agriculture, Mathematics, and Biology. The BSc (Hons) course in Agriculture is also offered at Rajiv Gandhi South Campus, Barkachha, and Mirzapur under Special Courses of Studies. Admission to the BSc (H) at BHU is through the NTA CUET-UG exam. The students have to apply for this exam and pass it with a good score to secure admission to the university. BHU counselling is conducted after the results for CUET are declared. Read about BHU BSc (Hons) fee, eligibility, selection criteria, here.

BHU Admission Updates 2026

BHU admission is offered to candidates with valid scores on entrance exams accepted for their course. CUET UG, CUET PG, NEET UG, and JEE Advanced are some of the entrance exams accepted for various courses.

BHU admission process for various courses is currently live. Given below are the latest BHU admission updates 2026:

The JoSAA Counselling Round 2 result 2026 for BTech admission at IIT BHU will be declared on Jun 30, 2026.
NEET UG score is accepted for UG courses at IMS BHU. The Re-NEET 2026 provisional answer key is expected to be released in the last week of June.
CUET UG 2026 result is out. Candidates planning for BHU admission through CUET UG 2026 can check the tentative BHU CAP UG schedule 2026 below:

Events	Dates
BHU counselling registration starts	Third week of July 2026
Last date of registration	First week of August 2026
BHU UG registration correction window	First week of August 2026
Release of BHU UG 2026 first allotment	Second week of August 2026
Release of BHU UG 2026 second allotment	Second week of August 2026
Release of BHU UG 2026 third allotment	Second week of August 2026
Release of BHU UG 2026 fourth allotment	Third week of August 2026

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B.Sc. Admissions 2026

41 Courses3 years-4 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 45% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET, CBSE 12th, ISC, UP 12th, NEET

Important dates

Dates	Events
4 Jul '26	ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Exam

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

33 Courses4 years-5 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: JEE Main, CUET, JEE Advanced, ICAR AIEEA

Important dates

Dates	Events
Jul '26	NTA CSIR NET June 2026 Exam DateOngoing
Jul '26	NTA ICAR AIEEA 2026 Exam DateOngoing
Jul '26	NTA AIAPGET 2026 Exam DateOngoing

M.Sc. Admissions 2026

52 Courses2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 50% aggregate
10+2 with 50% aggregate
Accepting Exams: CUET-PG, ICAR AIEEA, IIT JAM, GAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
3 Jun '26 - 3 Jul '26	Opening and Closing of Withdrawal OptionOngoing
4 Jul '26	ICAR AIEEA PG 2026 Exam
9 Jul '26	Donwload offer letter

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Q: Is BHU counselling started for CUET UG 2026?

No, BHU Counselling process 2026 for admissions through CUET UG 2026 has not started yet. The university is expected to start the CAP UG registration process in the third week of July. Seat allotment through CAP UG 2026 will tentatively start during the second week of August.

Q: Does BHU accept CUET for BSc (Hons) admission?

Yes, to apply for BHU BSc (Hons) course, candidates need to register online for CUET-UG. From 2022, the BHU-UET exam is replaced with this exam. Based on the merit of candidates' performance in the entrance exam, candidates are then required to register separately for the counselling round. National Testing Agency (NTA) conducted CUET-UG entrance test from May 21 to Jun 23 and the result was declared on Jul 15.

Q: Is CAT compulsory for MBA in BHU?

CAT is compulsory to take admission in MBA and MBA IB courses offered by the Institute of Management Studies of BHU (formerly known as FMS BHU). Admission to these courses is based on candidates' performance in CAT, GD-PI and past academic records.

However, candidates seeking admission to the MBA courses offered by other departments of BHU are not required to take CAT. Admission to these MBA courses is through CUET PG. These courses include MBA in Food & Agribusiness Management, MBA in Financial Management, MBA in Foreign Trade, and MBA Risk & Insurance.

Q: What is the last date for BHU admission?

BHU accepts CUET scores for admission to UG and PG courses. The admissions are over within few weeks of CUET counselling. CUET-PG is usually jeld in March whereas, CUET-UG takes place in May. Students must check the complete schedule for exact dates. CUET applications for the coming year will begin in February and continue till April.

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Recruiting companies were Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Infosys, TCS, HCL, Wipro, Accenture, IBM, etc.

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Placement opportunities are very less for B.Com students, but if you pursue higher education such as MBA and PG courses, then placement opportunities are very high.

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B.A. (Hons.) in Social Sciences - Batch of 2026

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BHU is the best central university located in the city of Varanasi.

Placements: About 70-80 percent placement is confirmed in many potential future. Average packages are about 10 LPA-12 LPA, the lowest is 6 LPA-7 LPA, and the highest goes to 30 LPA in the Bachelor of Arts. There are many other streams and branches of study that provide even greater packages like at IIT-BHU.

Infrastructure: The magnificent library feels like a second home to the students living here. There is good connectivity of Wi-Fi all over the campus. We also have a medical facility, and a very large hostel accommodation for both students and professors. There are so many hostels, and they have very good accommodation and mess facilities. They have a Wi-Fi connection.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful, highly qualified, and knowledgeable. The course curriculum is relevant to the required industry. Semester exams are not very difficult but are concept-based and have a strict invigilation during the exams.

Other: I chose the course because I have to focus on UPSC CSE. I think this course will help me very much in my career. The campus is very large and beautifully built. One could definitely say that after entering the campus it is another city due to its large campus area. Students here enjoy their lives very much.

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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computer Science - Batch of 2027

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Absolutely satisfied.

Placements: Around 40-50% of students from our course are placed through campus placements and off-campus. The average package is 5-7 LPA, the highest is 20 LPA, and the lowest is 2-3 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and Deloitte. Not mostly, but some of them are in Infosys, Wipro, and one in Microsoft. Web developer, software developer, technical support engineer, and UI/UX designer.

Infrastructure: The Wi-Fi is awesome, it's too good, and the classroom is also nice, although it doesn't have AC, but it's good. There is a lift in the building, and the labs are fully functional and have AC. The food is okay, some days it's too good. There are a lot of mess and canteens; you can go anywhere and eat. It's free to enter, pay, and eat, and the medical facilities are on top. The hospital is nearby, it's part of the college only, Sir Sunderlal. Sports and games are also good, with all the equipment and a trainer. There is a gym also.

Faculty: Professors are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. If you want to study, they will teach you very perfectly and make you learn everything. Some professors are not cooperative that much, but some are very cooperative. This course calculates relevant and irrelevant aspects. The student's industrial exposure is ready. The semester exams are not too difficult, but it depends on the professor who teaches you. Some professors give you many marks, but some don't give you any. Even if you write everything, it totally depends on the professor. 40% in each semester.

Other: I opted for this course because I love this course, and the best thing about my course is that in BHU, you will have the best teachers, and they will teach you selflessly the things that can make you better. My course could have more practical work and more internships in the third semester. They should be serious and give us real coding types. In the Science faculty, there are not many events and fests, and not much campus crowd. All is very green, and the scholarship system is also good. There are a lot of opportunities to enroll in extracurricular activities.

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B.Sc. (Hons.) Chemistry - Batch of 2028

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Overall, it is a very good college; here you can make your life worth living.

Placements: From B.Sc., you can't expect placement from college; you have to do other things for skills or pursue a master. The placement cell is empty as there is no demand in the market for B.Sc. students. For employment, students have to take on their own. But for medical and IIT, the placements are very good.

Infrastructure: The campus is very large, and greenery makes it more beautiful. The hostel facility is very good for girls and boys. For boys, there is no timing of leaving the hostel, but for girls, it's 10 PM. But for the hostel, you have to score very good marks on the entrance. The network is very bad, and Wi-Fi is also slow, and the range is very poor.

Faculty: The faculty is very good and well-experienced. Classes are regular, and rarely do professors cancel classes. They are very helpful. Although the B.Sc. course is not industrial-ready, the paper set by the professors is tough, and you have to prepare for a long time.

Other: I have a B.Sc. H in Chemistry. Currently, it's my 1st year, but the campus environment is very good, and the social groups are also good. Beyond this, you cannot expect much from the college for placement. It offers a library where you can prepare for any government exam.

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B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology - Batch of 2028

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Go to the main campus of BHU and avoid affiliated colleges.

Placements: In the BA course you mostly have to try everything by yourself there's no placement cell in the college. You can try to find a job by yourself. If you're from economics hons, then it's very easy for you to grab a job through the BA (Hons.) course. In the 4th semester they will throw you into the adversities of an internship and it's quite interesting to learn new things and gain a better experience.

Infrastructure: The hostel isn't as expected. I stayed in a college hostel for a year but the experience was horrible. The rooms are shared among 2 or 3 candidates which is not very comfortable for me initially. The shared accommodation teaches you a lot about people and their behaviour.

Faculty: If you're truly serious and want to learn and excel in your field, then it's best for your academics. The teachers are cooperative if you share your actual academic problems and doubts. They will guide you and help you throughout your course. Always be cooperative with your professors.

Other: I want to share that you should always go for the main campus and try to avoid affiliated colleges because they're not as good as the BHU main campus. Don't go for the affiliated colleges, they'll ruin your college experience. You'll get enrolled by the BHU tag but it's not worth it.

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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com. Hons.) - Batch of 2028

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Review of Banaras Hindu University.

Placements: Our college has a placement cell. The average package offered ranges from 3-4 LPA. Many companies like Reliance, Amazon, and Flipkart are listed in the placement cell to hire students. The college provides internships for students in various companies and firms.

Infrastructure: Our college has good basic infrastructure and facilities like fully air-conditioned and furnished classrooms, an advanced commerce and economics lab, and an advanced library. There is Wi-Fi on the campus. There are two playgrounds for students.

Faculty: All faculty members and teachers are helpful. They provide doubtful classes and sessions for needy students through online classes and WhatsApp. The course curriculum is enough to get an average package, especially after the start of NEP 2020. Semester exams are held every 6 months. The difficulty level of exams is moderate. An average student can also score high marks.

Other: I chose this course because there is a high chance of getting placed in a prestigious company. We want some improvement in the area of internship. The cultural festivals and functions are held from time to time in the college. Uraan festival and Yuva mahotsav are held every year.

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B.A. (Hons) in Economics with Sociology - Batch of 2029

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Well, the campus is huge, and you will get a lot of free time to prepare for the competitive exam.

Placements: Well, B.A. courses don't have any placement scene as in other degrees, like B.Tech. Most students go for further studies to become professors or economists, while some prepare for competitive exams like CAT, SSC, etc. There is a placement cell, but I don't think anyone cares about it, to be honest.

Infrastructure: We have a separate building dedicated to our subject, economics, which is comparatively quite new. Wi-Fi is present in every building. The classroom at Arthshastra Bhawan is good compared to the old PG building. There is a central library and a department library. I am a day scholar, so I don't know much about hostels.

Faculty: Teacher, we can get it like Russian roulette, some are chill and good in nature, while others have the ego of a baby, but targeting hasn't been done in front of me or any student. The teacher may cancel the class at times, which can be a boon or a bane depending on how you look at it. The curriculum has a lot of diversity to choose from.

Other: I chose this course because I like economics, you don't have to make a ton of assignments here, which is a plus. The course can have better study material recommendations.

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BHU Cutoff 2026

Banaras Hindu University accepts CUET UG scores for admission to courses like BSc, BA, BTech (Food Tech & Dairy Tech), BCom, etc. CUET PG scores are accepted for admission to MSc, MA, MBA (Food & Agribusiness/ Agribusiness/ Financial Management/ Foreign Trade/ Risk & Insurance), etc. The CUET cut-offs for these courses are released during the Combined Allotment Program (CAP) conducted by the university in multiple rounds.

However, admission to BTech courses at IIT BHU is based on JEE Advanced scores. NEET UG score is accepted for MBBS & BDS at IMS BHU. Given below are the latest updates on BHU cut-off 2026:

JEE Advanced 2026 cutoff for IIT BHU BTech admission via JoSAA counselling 2026 ranged from 1,436 to 13,473 for the General AI category during the first round. CSE was the most competitive BTech branch with a closing rank of 1,436 for the General AI category. Surprisingly, IIT BHU BTech CSE cut-off for the OBC-NCL category was even more competitive, with a closing rank of 601 during Round 1.
BHU CUET cutoff 2026 is out for Round 1 of BEd admission. For the General AI category, it ranged from 73 to 165 for various specialisations for the first round.
BHU CUET UG cutoff 2026 is yet to be released. Based on previous years' analysis, 550 - 600 in CUET UG can be considered a safe score for UG admission at BHU. Check BHU CUET expected cut-off 2026 for various courses.
BHU NEET UG cut-off 2026 is yet to be released. In 2025, the closing NEET ranks for the General AI category during the last round of admission to MBBS and BDS at IMS BHU were 1,709 and 31,508, respectively.

Cut-off details for all other courses are available at BHU Cutoff 2026. Check the tables below for Banaras Hindu University cutoff trend for some of the top courses:

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CUET Round 3 score (General-All India)

Course	2024	2025
B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture	488	608.36
B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Technology (Radiotherapy)	– / –	624.01
B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology	– / –	628.46
B.Sc. (Hons) in Zoology with Chemistry	– / –	589.67
B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry with Zoology	– / –	573.99

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NEET Round 5 Closing Rank (General-All India)

Course	2023	2024	2025
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)	25669	28901	31508
B.Sc. in Nursing	101767	106647	82615

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JEE Advanced Round 2 Closing Rank (General-All India)

Course	2024	2025	2026
Integrated B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing	2129	– / –	– / –
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	1043	1352	1436
B.Tech. in Electronics Engineering	2667	2500	2727
Integrated B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Computer Science Engineering	1457	– / –	– / –
B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing	– / –	1842	1870

Commonly asked questions
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Q: What is the BHU NEET UG Cutoff 2025 for BSc Nursing?

BHU BSc Nursing cutoff 2025 was 45932 for the General AI category students in the first round. For the OBC AI category, the first round cutoff rank was 56465. This difference in the ranks suggests that the competition for the General AI category is higher than the OBC AI category for the MBBS course.

Students can refer to the table below to know the round 1 and last round cutoff ranks for all other categories.

Category	Round 1 (Closing Rank)	Last Round (Closing Rank)
General	45932	82615
OBC	56465	86892
SC	172552	226678
ST	229343	332250
EWS	64667	86344
PWD	1011796	1011796 (R1)

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BHU Rankings 2026

The academic legacy of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is backed by rankings by various national and international ranking bodies. According to the NIRF Rankings 2025 and 2024, the university was ranked #5 in the ‘University’ category. In the 'Overall' category, the university's NIRF ranking improved by one place from #11 in 2024 to #10 in 2025.

BHU NIRF Ranking trend under other prominent categories is tabulated below:

NIRF Category	NIRF Ranking 2025	NIRF Ranking 2024
Agriculture and Allied Sectors	4	4
Medical	6	7
Dental	15	17
Research Institutions	16	16
Management	60	48

(NOTE: NIRF 2026 rankings for BHU are awaited and will be uploaded here once they are released.)

On an international level, BHU is ranked by Times Higher Education (THE) and the QS World Ranking. As per THE World University Rankings 2026, the university was placed in the 501-600 rank band. BHU QS World University Ranking 2027 is #951-1000, which has moved up from #1001-1200 in 2026.

Check the following table for more details on Banaras Hindu University rankings:

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Publisher	2025
NIRF	10
QS World University Rankings	203

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Commonly asked questions
On Rankings

Q: What is the ranking of BHU for MBBS?

Banaras Hindu University is ranked among top institutes under the "Medical" category. The table given below presents a ranking trend of BHU in the Medical category:

Ranking Body	2021	2022	2023
NIRF	07	05	08

Q: What is the rank of BHU in NIRF for MBA?

Banaras Hindu University is one of the top universities in India. In NIRF rankings 2025, it is ranked sixth in the university category. BHU is also well-known for its MBA programmes. Mentioned below is the BHU NIRF ranking trend under the Management category:

Ranking Body	2025	2024
NIRF	6	5

Q: What is the rank of BHU in the QS World Ranking 2027?

In the QS World University Ranking 2027, BHU received the position of #951-1000. The ranking showed an improving trend as it was #1001-1200 in 2026. In the QS Asian University Rankings 2027, BHU was ranked at #224.

Q: What is the ranking of BHU in THE World University Ranking 2026?

Banaras Hindu University is ranked by Times Higher Education (THE) under seven categories in 2026. This shows the global standard of education at BHU. The BHU THE rankings 2026 are tabulated below:

Categories	BHU THE Ranking 2026
World University Ranking	501-600
Business & Economics	601-800
Medical & Health	301-400
Computer Science	601-800
Life Sciences	201-250
Physical Sciences	601-800
Social Sciences	601-800

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BHU Placements 2026

Banaras Hindu University placements are managed by the BHU Placement & Internship Cell. According to the NIRF Report 2026, the median salary packages offered to UG 3-year and 4-year students in 2025 were INR 8.5 LPA and INR 9 LPA, respectively. The median packages of PG 2-year and 3-year students in 2025 were INR 9 LPA and INR 14 LPA, respectively.

The latest available data on BHU placements for popular courses is tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2026)
Median Salary	MBA & MBA IB: INR 9.2 LPA
Average Salary	MBA & MBA IB: INR 10.1 LPA MBA Agri-Business: INR 8.7 LPA BTech (IIT BHU): INR 29 LPA
Highest Salary	MBA & MBA IB: INR 19.8 LPA BTech (IIT BHU): INR 1.67 Crore p.a.
Top Recruiters	Google, Cognizant, Genpact, Adani Wilmar, IBM, L&T Financial Services, Wipro, ICICI Bank, etc.
Placement Rating on BHU Reviews (Shiksha.com)	3.7/ 5

Check below the median salary for top BHU Varanasi programmes:

Course	Median Salary
B.Sc.	₹8 - ₹8.5 LPA
B.E. / B.Tech	₹8.5 - ₹20 LPA
M.Sc.	₹9 LPA

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Students can work with faculty on research projects

Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

Higher studies preferences

Majority opted in India

Placement support

Students are expected to reach out to companies themselves

Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Commonly asked questions
On Placements

Q: How are the placements at BHU?

BHU placements are good. The highest and average packages secured by MBA students in 2025 were INR 19.8 LPA and INR 10.1 LPA, respectively. Median salary stood at INR 9.2 LPA. The university has not yet released the placement data 2026 for other courses. During the placement drive 2025, a total of 177 placement drives were held, and more than 950 students were placed.

Q: How are the placements at Banaras Hindu University?

BHU placements have received 79% positive reviews on Shiksha.com. The university has not yet released the course-wise placement data for the Batch of 2026. In 2025, UG 3-year and 4-year students received median packages of INR 8.5 LPA and INR 9 LPA, respectively, as per the NIRF Report 2026. The median packages of PG 2-year and 3-year students in 2025 were INR 9 LPA and INR 14 LPA, respectively.

One of the reviewers on Shiksha.com (Gaurav; BA Batch of 2026) mentioned that "70-80% placement rate is confirmed. However, BSc students who reviewed BHU on Shiksha.com mentioned that there are low to no placement opportunities for some BSc specialisations.

If you want to explore universities with the best placements, check Top Private Universities in India.

Q: What is the highest package given to BHU MBBS degree holders?

As per BHU NIRF report 2023, the median package offered to UG (5-Year) course was INR 15 LPA. Moreover, as per media reports, the overall the highest and average package offered during 2023 placements stood at INR 1.2 crore per annum and INR 23.13 LPA, respectively. Many reputed companies participate in the BHU placements drive. Moreover, as per the IMS BHU NIRF report 2021, the median package offered to MBBS students was INR 14 LPA in 2020 placements. Read about IMS BHU placements.

Q: What is the average salary after MBA in BHU?

BHU MBA average package for the Batch of 2026 is INR 10.1 LPA. The median and the highest salary packages stood at INR 9.2 LPA and INR 19.8 LPA, respectively. The Institute of Management Studies BHU hosted a total of 55 recruiters and 116 students of MBA & MBA IB Batch of 2026 were placed.

BHU Scholarships 2026

BHU Varanasi offers scholarships and financial assistance to meritorious and needy students. There are dedicated scholarships for women and differently-abled students. The university also raises funds for merit-cum-means scholarships under the Pratidana initiative. Some of these Banaras Hindu University scholarships are listed below:

Students from Physics, Chemistry, Botany, Geology, Statistics, Mathematics, and Geophysics departments are eligible for scholarships ranging from INR 10,000 to INR 25,000 per year. Check BHU Science Scholarships for more details on scholarship eligibility and amount.
MSc Physics (2nd year) students can avail of Prof. ON Srivastava (Endowment) Scholarship of INR 25,000 per year. This merit-cum-means scholarship is provided based on students' first-year CGPA and parental income.
Female students can avail of scholarships like Madhu Prakash Pannalal Maheshwari Scholarship (MSc Chemistry) and Sita Ram & Ajudhiya Devi Scholarship (BSc Chemistry).
One of the scholarships for differently-abled students is Major Chavali Srinivas Rao Scholarship (BSc Maths) of INR 25,000 per year.
SC/ ST/ OBC/ EWS students can apply for Government of India Post-Matric and Central Sector scholarships via the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

In 2026, BHU signed an MOU with the BHU America Foundation to introduce new scholarships supporting PG and PhD students of the Department of Biochemistry. Check BHU Biochemistry Scholarship 2026 for more details on this latest BHU update.

Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: Does BHU offer scholarships?

Yes, Banaras Hindu University offers a wide range of merit-based, need-based, and merit-cum-means based scholarships. Most of these scholarships consider students' academic records. The amount and eligibility of BHU scholarships depend on the department or institute offering them. For example, the Institute of Science, BHU offers various scholarships ranging from worth INR 10,000 to INR 25,000 per year. There are dedicated scholarships for women and SC/ ST/ PwD candidates. Further, BHU students are also eligible for the national scholarships offered through the NSP portal.

Q: How can I apply for a scholarship at BHU?

To apply for BHU scholarships, candidates must go to the Grants & Scholarship Portal of BHU.
- Then select a suitable scholarship
- Upload required documents like family income proof, caste certificate, bank details, etc.
Make sure to check eligibility before applying. BHU students can also make a scholarship application through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

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BHU vs Other Central Universities

Candidates planning to take admission at Banaras Hindu University usually compare it to other central universities like Delhi University (DU), Allahabad University, JNU, etc. Candidates can also consider private options with promising placement outcomes like Chandigarh University and Amity University if they don't get their desired course at these central universities.

As BHU admissions are competitive, candidates must explore other Colleges & universities via CUET UG to keep backup options ready.

Confused between BHU and Allahabad University? Check the video below for a detailed comparison of the two central universities:

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BHU	₹ 8 LPA - 8.5 LPA	₹ 600 - 2.4 L	-/-
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Galgotias University Compare	-/-	₹ 1.35 L - 6.04 L	-/-

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Commonly asked questions
On Comparisons

Q: Is BHU better than DU?

DU & BHU are the most popular central universities in India among CUET aspirants. Candidates can refer to the following points to decide which of the two is better:

Both universities have received the "Institution of Eminence" status from the Ministry of Education.
DU is the go-to choice for Humanities and Commerce courses. BHU is famous for Indian Language courses and has a wider range of courses in the Medical, Legal, Agriculture, and Technical domains.
DU is considered better in terms of exposure and campus life.
CUET cut-off for DU is usually higher and more competitive.

Check the table below for more points on DU and BHU comparison:

Particulars	BHU	DU
NIRF Rank 2025 (University)	6	5
NIRF Rank 2025 (Research)	16	12
Median Package (As per NIRF Report 2025)	UG 3-year: INR 8 LPA PG 2-year: INR 9 LPA	UG 3-year: INR 5.5 LPA PG 2-year: INR 16.7 LPA
Shiksha Rating	4.2/5	4/5

Q: Which is better for MBA: BHU or JNU?

Both the universities are popular for their programmes. However, BHU has an edge as it has got a good ranking under Management category by NIRF. For candidates reference, the NIRF ranking and MBA fees for both the universities is presented in the following table:

MBA Universities	NIRF Ranking '23	MBA Fees*
BHU	56	INR 10,230 - INR 1 lakh
JNU	-	INR 12 lakh

*The above-mentioned fees are taken from an unofficial source. Hence, are indicative. Moreover, the fee range might include course fees at university-affiliated colleges as well.

Q: Is BHU best for MBBS?

Banaras Hindu University has been ranked at eighth position amongst the top university and colleges under the “Medical” category by NIRF 2023 rankings. Moreover, the median package offered to UG (5-Year) course was INR 15 LPA as per BHU NIRF report 2023. Many reputed companies participate in the BHU placements drive. Hence, it might not be the best university for MBBS in India but is definitely a good option for the medical course aspirants.

Q: Which one is better among DU and BHU?

For Sanskrit, Hindi Geography, and Philosophy, BHU courses are preferred by the students. Banaras Hindu University and Delhi University are equivalent for the remaining subjects. For the majority of the Science stream courses, BHU is slightly ahead. BHU is ranked 6 whereas DU is placed 13 in the NIRF 2022 rankings for universities, giving BHU a clear advantage over DU in a number of areas. In comparison to DU, BHU provides a superior campus environment.

BHU Application Process 2026

BHU admissions 2026 are entrance-based. Hence, the BHU application process starts with applying for the entrance exam accepted for the selected course. For UG admissions, candidates have to apply for CUET UG/ NEET UG/ JEE Main/ JEE Advanced, etc. For PG courses, candidates have to apply for CUET PG/ NEET PG/ CAT, etc.

Before applying, check BHU Admission Criteria 2026.

For BHU courses via CUET, candidates must follow the registration steps given below:

Go to BHU CAP UG 2026 portal (bhucuet.samarth.edu.in) or BHU CAP PG 2026 portal (bhucuet.samarth.edu.in).
Enter CUET application number and other details to register.
Log in to fill the BHU application form 2026.
Submit required documents and BHU CAP application fee.
Submit course and college preferences for seat allocation.

BHU Application Fees 2026

Check the table below for BHU CAP registration fees 2026:

Category	CAP UG Fee 2026	CAP PG Fee 2026
UR/ OBC-NCL/ EWS	INR 500	INR 300
SC/ ST/ PwBD	INR 250	INR 150

(NOTE: Mentioned fees are subject to revision.)

Commonly asked questions
On Application Process

Q: What is the application fee of BHU for BA LLB?

Application fee for CAP-UG is INR 500 for General/ OBC-NCL/ EWS categories. Categories like SC/ ST/ PwBD have to pay INR 250. The applications are available on official website.

Q: Can I take direct admission in BHU BSc course?

Candidates seeking admission to BHU BSc (Hons) course must visit the official website of the university to apply online. BHU BSc (Hons) admission is based on candidates' performance in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG). To get admission to BHU BSc (Hons) courses candidates need to register for the CUET-UG entrance test. Based on the marks secured in the test, BHU will release a list of selected students to further appear for the CUET-UG counselling process. The final selection is based on the CUET-UG score and counselling.

Q: Does BHU counselling takes place online?

Yes, the BHU CUET counselling process for both UG and PG courses is carried out in online mode. Candidates have to visit the BHU admission portal to register for the counselling process. The form filling, document upload, and fee payment also has to be done in online mode. Fee payment can be done through credit card/debit card/net banking.

Q: When does BHU counselling starts for BA LLB admissions?

BHU counselling process for BA LLB (CAP-UG) starts in second/ third week of July. The counselling process continues till August end. The seats are allotted in multiple rounds on the basis of entrance merit.

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BHU Infrastructure

Banaras Hindu University Main Campus is located on the southern edge of Varanasi. Spread across around 1,350 acres, the campus houses 6 Institutes (including IIT BHU), 140+ Departments and 9 Research Centres. Additionally, the Rajiv Gandhi South Campus of BHU in Barkachha (Mirzapur) spans over 2,700 acres. Check below the key highlights of BHU infrastructure:

Particulars	BHU Infrastructure
Hostel	Being the biggest residential campus of Asia, BHU has over 70 hostels, including separate hostels for girls and boys. The hostels have basic amenities, such as free internet, mess facility, water purifiers, a common room, a recreation room, laundry services, etc.
Safety	The campus has 24x7 security with guards and CCTV surveillance. The Namaste BHU app has an Emergency Alert System for female students to ensure swift responses to safety alerts
Library	The Central Library houses over 1.5 million volumes, 13,000+ online journals, and rare manuscripts. Multiple cyber and departmental libraries are also available
Sports	Badminton courts, cricket grounds, basketball courts, squash courts, football grounds, tennis courts, swimming pool, mountaineering club, flying club, etc. are available at the campus
Health Care	The campus has Sir Sundarlal Hospital (SSH-BHU), which is a teaching hospital with a 1,500-bed tertiary care unit and a 190-bed Critical Care Unit (CCU)
Cafeterias	The campus has various subsidised cafes, canteens, and food kiosks providing affordable meals round the clock

Is BHU infrastructure accessible for PwD students?

Yes, BHU has a PwD-inclusive campus. Ramps and lifts present at the campus ensure accessibility to various buildings, departments and classrooms. Physically-challenged students are allotted easily accessible rooms in hostels. There are dedicated washrooms for PwD students. They are also provided with readers, scribes and lab assistants, if required.

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Sports facilities

Multiple sports grounds & coaching present

College events

Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events

Mess food

Quality and taste of food is acceptable

Attendance policy

Incomplete attendance invites penalty

Dress code

Students can wear whatever they want

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Books

Consequence of rules violation

Rule breakers are let off with a warning

Outside movement of girl students

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Commonly asked questions
On Infrastructure

Q: How to reach Banaras Hindu University?

Banaras Hindu University can be reached via air, rail, or road transport. The airport the nearest to BHU is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport. It is around 30 KMs away from the campus.
There are three main railway stations in Varanasi, namely Varanasi Junction (Varanasi Cantt.), Banaras Station, and Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction. Banaras Station is the closest to BHU. Those travelling by road can take NH-19 or NH-31. Various public transports run on these national highways. Within the city, autos, e-rickshaws, and cabs are easily available to reach the BHU campus.

Q: Is CAT compulsory for MBA at BHU?

No, CAT is not necessary for MBA at BHU. The university offers a two-year full-time MBA course at the postgraduate level. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the University (bhu.ac.in) to apply online. BHU MBA admission is based on candidates' performance in the CAT entrance test. The final selection is based on the student's performance in the GD & PI rounds. However, for admission to the MBA special courses of study, candidates can get admission with a valid CUET-PG score. Apart from this, the course aspirants must fulfil the course-specific eligibility requirements as well.

Q: What facilities are offered by Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University?

BHU is the largest residential university in Asia. University provides a wide range of facilities including separate medical complexes for students and staff, sports and hobbies centers, Internet facilities and units like Public Relations Cell, Printing Press, Preservation Centers, Agricultural research farms, Poultry Farms, Pisciculture, Radio Station, Petrol Pump, ATMs, Banks, Post Office, Subsidized Canteens, a NCC barrack and its own Security Force.

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Colleges

College/Departments	Rating
IIT BHU	4.3 (564 Reviews)
IMS BHU	4.6 (50 Reviews)
Institute of Management Studies BHU	4.1 (80 Reviews)
Faculty of Law	4.3 (24 Reviews)
Mahila Maha Vidyalaya	4 (33 Reviews)
Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya	3.8 (29 Reviews)

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is BHU Varanasi a part of IIT?

IIT BHU was just another engineering college within a university. By an ACT of Parliament, IT-BHU changed its affiliation to IIT (BHU) Varanasi on June 29, 2012. The Institute immediately created procedures and practises in accordance with IIT standards after becoming an IIT. IIT BHU was placed 13 among all Engineering colleges across the country in the NIRF Rankings 2022, making it one of the most sought-after engineering options.

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BHU Notable Alumni

Alumni and faculty of Banaras Hindu University, called BHUians, have gained prominence in India and across the world in almost all fields of arts, science, and social work. Some of the top BHU Varanasi alumni are presented below:

Alumni Description	Picture
Harivansh Rai Bachchan: Harivansh Rai Bachchan was a writer of the Nayi Kavita literary movement of early 20th-century Hindi literature and an Indian poet.
Bhupen Hazarika: Bhupen Hazarika was an Indian playback singer, lyricist, musician, poet, actor, and filmmaker from Assam, widely known as Xudha Kontho.
Ram Manohar Lohia: Ram Manohar Lohia was an activist in the Indian independence movement and a socialist political leader.
Patrick Moutal: Patrick Moutal is a French musicologist and sitarist.

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BHU FAQs

Q: How many companies participated in the BHU placements?

BHU has a dediacted placement cell which invites prominent companies for the placement drives. During the Banaras Hindu University 2025 placement drive, more than 65 companies participated. Some of the eminent recruiters during the 2025 placements included Cognizant, Genpact, Adani Wilmar, IBM, Infosys, Wipro, Deloitte, KPMG, etc.

Q: How is MBA placement at BHU?

MBA placements at BHU are good. Highest and average package offered during BHU MBA placements 2025 was INR 19.8 LPA and 9.7 LPA.

Q: How many seats are there in BSc BHU?

The total seat intake for BSc (Hons) courses is 1,353. Candidates can further check out the number of seats available for each BSc (H) course in BHU as per its 2023 UG brochure from the below table:

Course	Seat Intake
BSc (Hons) Mathematics	573
BSc (Hons) Biology	383 (main campus) + 193 (Mahila Maha Vidyalaya (Female) - Main campus)
BSc (Hons) Agriculture/ BSc (Hons) Ag. at RGSC campus (Under Special Course of Study)	154 (main campus) + 50 (RGSC Campus)

Q: What is the safe score for CUET at BHU?

The CUET BHU cutoff 2026 was published for the third round for different All India categories. For the General AI category, the cutoff ranged from 30 to 202. Hence, a safe score would be above 30 for CUET BHU admissions 2026 for this category. See the table below for more information.

Category	CUET BHU cutoff 2026 (Lowest Score)
General	30
OBC	29
PWD	83
SC	61
EWS	30
ST	64

Other rounds will have different cutoffs.

Q: What is the hostel fee at BHU, including mess charge and everything?

The hostel fee structure for BHU is INR 3,000 - INR 4,000 per semester depending upon the degree. The hostel fee does not include mess charges. Banaras Hindu University is spread across a 1,300-acre campus. There are 41 hostels for boys and 21 for girls. Additionally, there is separate accommodation for international students. All the hostels have basic amenities like water purifiers, a common room, recreation room, mess, TV, laundry services, security and surveillance system, etc.

Q: Is BHU good for MBA?

Yes, Banaras Hindu University popularly known for its MBA programme. The institute offers MBA courses via the Institute of Management Studies under the Faculty of Management Studies. The faculty of Commerce also provides MBA courses.

Q: Does BHU accept JEE Mains?

BHU does not accept JEE Main scores for BTech course admission. The interested students need to take the CUET-UG entrance exam to be eligible for selection. Students who get shortlisted based on exam score have to take part in counselling. The seats are allotted in this round only.

Q: What is the scope of BA LLB at BHU?

The Internship & Placement Committee (IPC) at the Faculty of Law, BHU, takes care of all the placement-related activities at the institute. BHU B.A. LL.B. Placement is initiated each year in the month of July and goes on till the month of May next year. BHU LL.B. Placements start with handing out invitation letters to various firms, advocates and other organisations for the recruitment process. Interested companies submit the completed form and candidates are shortlisted against the requirements mentioned by the organisations. Aptitude tests are also conducted if needed. The interview session for placements starts every year in the month of November. As per the external sources, a major portion of Banaras Hindu University alumni is placed in the Education sector (19%) followed by Research (15%) and Business Development (11%). The college website comprises little to no data on the placement package. However, as per the external sources, the highest CTC of INR 10 LPA is offered during BHU LL.B. Placements. Moreover, almost 30% of the students received this amount. Hope it helps.

Q: Is there any seat reservation in BA LLB at BHU?

Yes, the reservation details are as follows:

Category	Reservation
SC	15%
ST	7.5%
OBC	27%
EWS	10%
PwBD	5%
BHU employee wards	15%

Q: What is the fees of BTech at BHU?

The total tuition fees for BTech is INR 3.2 lakh - INR 8 lakh at BHU. The total fee includes tuition fee, hostel fee, security deposit, registration fee, etc. Aspirants must pay the course fees to confirm their seat.

Q: Is BHU Law Faculty recognised?

Banaras Hindu University Law Faculty is recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI). The faculty of Law, Banaras Hindu University which is ranked as the largest residential institution in Asian. According to the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), 2018 the University stands 3rd place in the overall ranking of universities, released by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (HRD).

Q: Is BHU good for pursuing BA LLB course?

Yes, they are doing well, when it comes to infrastructure and faculty. However, it lacks behind NLUS in mooting, debating and overall exposure.

Q: Which university is better for MCA- JNU or BHU?

According to the NIRF 2024 rankings, JNU is ranked second and BHU is ranked at fifth position. As per an unofficial source, the seat intake is higher at JNU for MCA, however, candidates have a higher chance of getting admission.

Moreover, the minimum aggregate required in the last qualifying exam is 60% for BHU and 55% in JNU for MCA. The placement opportunities are provided by both universities. Candidates can refer to the following table to know more:

University Name	Tuition Fee	Overall Shiksha Reviews
MCA at BHU	INR 15,700	4.2/5
MCA at JNU	INR 432	4.4/5

NOTE: The aforementioned fee is taken from the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

Q: How many marks are required in NEET for MBBS in BHU?

For MBBS in BHU, students shall have secured at least 50 percentile if belonging to the General category, 45 for physically handicapped General candidates, and 40 for the SC/ST/OBC category students. It must be noted that the mentioned information is for reference purposes, candidates shall score at least this much to take admission. However, the percentile can change, as it is taken from unofficial sources. In addition, the cutoff varies every year, as it depends upon volatile factors. Read about BHU MBBS Cutoff.

Q: Does BHU accept CUET?

Yes, Banaras Hindu University accept CUET score for multiple UG courses, including BA (Hons), BCom (Hons) BSc (Hons), etc. The university is also offering admission to its PG courses based on merit in CUET-PG. Aspirants who meet the eligibility requirements can register on the BHU admission portal for counselling. The admission is done in order of merit based on the normalised score of the CUET (PG) and reservation policy as per the provisions laid down in the BHU PET Information Brochure.

Q: Are Muslims allowed in BHU?

Any caste, region, religion students can apply for admission to various courses at BHU. Any caste student must fulfill the eligibility criteria and take admission. While selection process, students are not judged basis their religion, they are judged based on their merit. Hence, any student meeting the eligibility criteria can get admission in BHU. BHU does not descriminate people on any basis.

Q: How can I apply for BA in BHU?

For admission to a BHU BA (Hons) course, aspirants need to complete the CUET-UG application process. NTA carries out the registrations in online mode. Eligible students can visit NTA CUET website to apply. The application process includes registration, form filling, document upload, and payment of the application fees. Further, to submit the application successfully, candidates must pay the fee on time. The CUET application fee for General category students is INR 750, INR 700 for OBC-NCL/EWS, and INR 650 for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender. Read more on the CUET-UG application process.

Q: Does BHU accept CUET for BCom (Hons) admission?

Yes, candidates seeking admission to BCom (Hons) courses need to appear for the CUET-UG entrance test. Based on the entrance test scores, BHU will conduct a counselling round. BHU is currently accepting applications for BHU BCom (Hons) admission 2023, interested candidates must visit the official website of the National Testing Agency (NTA) to apply for the CUET-UG entrance exam.

Q: Can I join BHU without CUET?

Yes, Banaras Hindu University accepts CUET-UG entrance exam scores for admission to BA (Hons) course. Earlier, admission to the UG course was through BHU UET. Moreover, only the candidates who have valid CUET-UG scores become eligible to register for the counselling round. The CUET application process is carried out in online mode (cuet.samarth.ac.in). Further, NTA conducts CUET-UG 2024 entrance test. The exam is scheduled between May 15 and May 31.

Q: What are the requirements for BHU BTech?

Banaras Hindu University offers a four-year full-time BTech course at the undergraduate level. Candidates seeking admission to BHU BTech course must have passed Class 12 or its equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (PCM) or Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (PCMB) with English with a minimum 50% aggregate. Apart from the eligibility criteria mentioned here, candidates are also required to appear for the CUET-UG entrance exam to be eligible for BHU BTech admission 2023.

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How much NEET score is required for BHU?

Answered 4 days ago

Banaras Hindu University NEET cut-off changes with the year, selected course and reservation category of candidates. BHU NEET cutoff 2026 is yet to be released. In 2025, the closing rank at which MBBS admission was granted during the last round was 1,709 for the General AI category candidates. The s

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Can I participate in JoSAA counselling if I don't have 75% marks in class 12?

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No, if you do not belong to the reserved categories. For this category, students should have scored at least 60% marks in class 12.

For the unreserved categories, it is 75% minimum marks for admission to the IITs, IIITs, NITs and GFTIs. Students should only apply for the JoSAA counselling process if

Neerja Rohatgi

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Can I get a seat at IIT Varanasi with 7000 rank?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, if you belong to the General AI category and are seeking admission to a BTech course at IIT Varanasi, it is possible to get admission with a JEE Advanced cutoff rank of 7000. Based on the Round 1 cutoff, the below BTech branches are possible for admission among the General category.

BTech Specialisations	JEE Advanced Cutoff 2026
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering	7035
B.Tech. in Engineering Physics	7229
B.Tech.4 in Chemical Engineering	8010
B.Tech. in Materials Science and Technology	9257
B.Tech.4 in Civil Engineering	10722
B.Tech.4 in Industrial Chemistry	10739
B.Tech.45 in Biomedical Engineering	11524
B.Tech. in Metallurgical Engineering	11592
B.Tech. in Biochemical Engineering	12133
B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering	12902
B.Tech. in Mining Engineering	13473
B.Tech.0 in Pharmaceutics Engineering and Technology	13991

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What is the preferred CUET UG mark to get into BHU for B.Sc Agriculture?

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A desired CUET UG score for the general category for the B.Sc. Agriculture programme at Banaras Hindu University (BHU) usually falls between 510 and 630 out of 600, depending on the competition and difficulty of the year. Lovely Professional University (LPU) is a top choice for agricult

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How much score is needed for admission to the BEd course?

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The score needed for BEd course admission at BHU would depend on the category and round you are applying in. For the General AI category, the round 3 cutoff ranged from 30 to 177 for several BEd course specialisations. So, students in this category need a score of at least 30.

Check the list below to

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