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BHU BA Hons Eligibility & Highlights 2023

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Total Tuition Fees₹ 2.4K - 57.2K
Median Package₹ 8L
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Accepted Exam
  • CUET
  • CBSE 12th
  • UP 12th
  • ISC
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    • 10+2 score50%
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    Q:   How are the placements at BHU?
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    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 many companies participated in the BHU placements?
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    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:   What is the minimum marks required for BHU in CUET?
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    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. 

    CategoryBHU CUET cutoff 2026
    General73
    OBC 83
    SC60
    EWS68
    ST70
    PWD83

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    B.A. (Hons) in Sociology with Political Science

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    B.A.(Hons) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology with Home Science

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    B.A.(Hons) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology with Philosophy

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    B.A. (Hons.) in Statistics

    3 yearsOffered by Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University
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    B.A. (Hons) in Japanese with Office Management and Secretarial Technique

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    B.A. (Hons) in Philosophy with Hindi

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    Q:   How much rank should I score to get BHU?
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    BHU cutoff 2025 was released for multiple specialisations. Based on the last round cutoff, the closing ranks varied between 1489 and 14447 for the General AI quota. So, if you belong to the General category, you must target a JEE Advanced cutoff rank of up to 14447 or below to secure a seat at IIT BHU for BTech admission. For top branches like CSE and Mathematics and Computing, the maximum required cutoff ranks for admission were 1489 and 1924 in the last round. 

    Note: Cutoff ranks vary for different rounds and specialisations and categories. 

     

     

    Q:   Does BHU accept CUET?
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    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 all BHU courses offered through CUET only?
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    Admission to most of the BHU UG and PG courses is through CUET score. However, for some courses such as PhD, MFA, etc. the university has a separate admission criteria. Candidates must check the admission requirement for the preferred course before applying for admission.

    Q:   Can I get into BHU with 50 score in CUET PG?
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     Yes, you can get into BHU with a score of 50 if you belong to the General AI category. The BHU cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for different PG-level courses based on the CUET PG entrance exam. 

    For the General AI category, the round 1 cutoff ranged from 11 to 250. Students can see the table below to know which courses can be availed with a score of 50. 

    CourseBHU cutoff 2026
    Acharya in Vyakarana11
    Acharya in Yajurveda (Shukla)34
    Acharya in Sankhyayoga35
    M.A. in Pali45
    M.A. in Bengali46
    Acharya in Dharm Vijnan46
    Acharya in Bauddha Darshan49
    M.A. in History of Art50

    Other categories, rounds, etc., will have different cutoffs. 

    B.A. (Hons.) in Telugu

    3 years
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    ₹8 LPA
    ₹2.4 K

    B.A. (Hons) in English with Geography

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    ₹9.2 K

    B.A. (Hons) in Pali with Philosophy

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    Shastri (Hons) in Vyakaran with Mimansa

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    B.A. (Hons.) in Music Instrumental

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    B.A. (Hons.) in Music Vocal

    3 yearsOffered by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya
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    B.A. (Hons.) in Philosophy

    4 yearsOffered by Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University
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    ₹57.2 K

    B.A.(Hons) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology with Geography

    3 yearsOffered by Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University
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    B.A.(Hons) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology with Sanskrit

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    ₹ 2.4 K - 57.2 K
    ₹ 14.63 K - 19.5 K
    ₹ 4.5 K - 2 L
    ₹ 21.52 K - 2.77 L
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    Q:   What is the hostel fee at BHU, including mess charge and everything?
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    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:   Can a student studying in the first year at BHU apply for admission to another course in BHU next year?
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    Candidates may not be allowed to apply for another course at BHU in the next year. Aspirants may not be allowed to pursue two degree courses at the same time. The applications can be accepted for Banaras Hindu University Diploma or certificate courses. Students must cancel admission in the running course before applying for another course. 

    Q:   How can I apply for a scholarship at BHU?
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    To apply for 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. Students can also make a scholarship application through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP).

    Q:   Can I get admission at BHU without an entrance exam?
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    BHU offers entrance-based admissions to all its UG and PG courses. To get admission to any UG and PG courses, it is compulsory to appear for the CUET-UG/ CUET-PG entrance exams. Further, the university also accepts other entrance exam such as NEET, GATE, CAT, etc. for admission to specific courses. Hence, candidates are required to appear for the accepted entrance-exam and also meet the course-specific eligibility for admission at BHU.

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    BHU B.A. (Hons)
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    B.A. (Hons.) in Hindi - Batch of 2028
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    4.4
    2.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Good campus life and faculty.
    Placements: I don't know much about placements through my course but we did get internships in DD Kendra Patna, MMTTC Varanasi, Nagri Pracharini Sabha, etc. Here we get ideas from the faculty for placements and many of the students from my course go for Ph.D. and become professors, so it's a good university to complete Hindi hons.
    Infrastructure: We get free Wi-Fi 24/7. Hostel facilities are very good. We get two-seater rooms with great ambience, including a mess which is very affordable and provides a good quality of healthy food. We are provided medical facilities for free by Sir Sunderlal Hospital, BHU. Living in BHU hostels is really a good experience with great facilities which are affordable and comfortable.
    Faculty: BHU provides you with the best faculty. They solve our doubts like anything. The faculty explain everything in an easy and fun way. The curriculum of my course is very relevant and makes us ready for the outer environment. The difficulty of the examination is not too much if you study well enough, you can score a good CGPA.
    Other: The campus life of BHU is too good, you get the best events to enjoy and a huge campus to explore. Here you get pace, chaos, and everything at the same time. I feel everyone should experience BHU at least once in their life.
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    B.A. (Hons) in Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology with English - Batch of 2026
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    1.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    It is a good start for academic life.
    Placements: Palaeography, numismatics, archaeology careers, or teaching professions are mostly encouraged here. It focuses on research and academics rather than providing direct job opportunities after graduation. There are many career options to follow, but they are not quick to achieve. You need to complete graduation, then a master’s degree. Then clear UGC NET to become an assistant professor or pursue a PhD. You can also apply for positions such as assistant archaeologist, and the process continues.
    Infrastructure: All facilities are enough for a student to build their career in their domain. One should know how to utilize these facilities and services. It feels like a blessing for students from a lower-middle-class background. It may get access to resources that others may have had earlier. Facilities like Wi-Fi, electricity, maintenance, library, and AC are available at minimal or no extra cost. Apart from academics, the sports culture is also strong, and the directors are friendly and supportive.
    Faculty: The curriculum is good. Teachers are better compared to government universities. Some professors are not very active and sometimes need reminders for classes or mark updates, but many others are friendly, professional, and provide good teaching content.
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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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    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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    4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money
    Beautiful campus with great infrastructure.
    Placements: Most of the students pursue higher education. Only a few choose a career. After post-graduation or Ph.D. the placement rates are higher. One can join the Archaeological Survey of India by pursuing this degree, which comes under the Ministry of Culture.
    Infrastructure: Infrastructure is amazing. We have free Wi-Fi throughout the campus. There are different kinds of classrooms for different subjects. Dedicated labs are there for science and geography. The hostel is great. We get 2 sitter rooms. A water cooler is on each floor. The food is okay.
    Faculty: Teachers are amazing. They teach well and are very understanding. They have deep knowledge of the subject. The syllabus or curriculum is very relevant for ancient history students, especially those who want to join the Archaeological Survey of India. Semester exams are not that hard, but you must write lying answers for good marks.
    Other: Many festivals and events happen throughout the year. We can volunteer in any of them. They are great for improving skills like social skills, digital skills, or management.
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    1.0Placements4.0Infrastructure4.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money
    Infrastructure and facilities are up to the mark. The professors are good.
    Placements: There is minimal placement. There is no separate placement cell for my course. Students usually go for post-graduation rather than getting placed. Getting an internship is completely dependent on individuals. The professors might guide you if you ask for help. The top roles cannot be offered in my course with just a bachelor's degree.
    Infrastructure: The department has enough resources and those are put to use. The only problem is space. The library is good and even the coursebooks are available. The lecture theatre is good but the normal classrooms are not up to the mark. Labs are resourceful. Hostel rooms are very bad and compact. The mess food is okay but they charge too much. They make us pay even when we don't eat when we are on vacation. Emergency medical services are present but the sports and games are a bit lacking.
    Faculty: The teachers are very helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The quality of teaching is also good. The curriculum is alright but the course itself is not very technical to be industry-ready. The semester exams are medium to difficult. The students who study seriously and attend the lectures pass easily.
    Other: This course is very informative and practical. If there are more field-oriented topics in the course, then it would get more interesting. Many societies and clubs are fun to join. The crowd is good.
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