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Banaras Hindu University B.A. (Hons) Courses & Fees

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BHU BA Hons Eligibility & Highlights 2023
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BHU BA Hons Eligibility & Highlights 2023

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers a three-year full-time BA (Hons) programme in the stream of Social Sciences and Arts covering several specialisations. Earlier, admission to the UG courses was through BHU-UET scores. However, now BHU BA admission is based on merit in CUET-UG conducted by NTA. Candidates applying on the official website will be redirected to CUET's official website. Moreover, a lot of BA (Hons) courses in different specialisations such as Psychology, Economics, Political Science, etc. are offered by BHU-affiliated colleges. For complete details about BHU BA (Hons) courses admission process, Click Here.

Return on Investment

Total Tuition Fees₹ 2.4K - 1.9L

Median Package₹ 8L

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Q: How are the placements at BHU?

The BHU offers good placements across all its courses with median package hovering around INR 8 LPA - INR 16 LPA for UG courses. The aforementioned placement data has been obtained from the NIRF report on BHU as the institute is yet to reveal its placement data. Other stats related to BHU NIRF 2025 placement report have been tabulated below:

Particulars	UG 3-year Placement Statistics
Median package	INR 8 LPA
Total students	4876
Students placed	510
Students selected for higher studies	4301
Particulars	UG 4-year Placement Statistics (2024)
Median package	INR 9 LPA
Total students	358
Students placed	49
Students selected for higher studies	266

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: 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.

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B.A. (Hons) in Geography with Russian

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B.A. (Hons) in Hindi with Sanskrit

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B.A. (Hons) in Japanese with History of Arts

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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 English

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

BHU 2026 BSc Nursing admission is based on CUET UG scores. The BHU merit list for CUET UG will be released on the official website of BHU. According to the BHU, there will be three rounds of counselling along with an optional fourth round, if the seats remain vacant. Talking about the BHU maximum cutoff score of the previous year, B.Sc. (Hons) in Medical Radiology and Imaging Technology became the most competitive course with a cutoff score of 628.46 for the students belonging to the General quota.

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: 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: Can I get direct admission in BHU?

BHU BSc (H) admission is strictly entrance-based. Earlier, admission was through BHU-UET, however, now the students need to take the CUET-UG exam. The shortlisted students have to take part in the counselling round for seat allotment. For more information regarding BHU course admissions, Click Here.

B.A. (Hons) in Urdu with Philosophy

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

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

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

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Shastri (Hons) in Dharmashastra with Sahitya

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Shastri (Hons) in Sankhyayoga with Vyakaran

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Shastri (Hons) in Vedant with Vyakaran

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Banaras Hindu University B.A. (Hons)
Fees details 2026

Fee components	Amount (for 3 - 4 years)
Tuition	₹ 2.4 K - 1.92 L
Hostel	₹ 14.63 K - 19.5 K
Other Fees	₹ 4.5 K
Total fee	₹ 21.52 K - 2.16 L

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Course	2025
B.A. (Hons) in English with Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology	328.54
B.A. (Hons) in English with Linguistics	343.22
B.A. (Hons) in Economics with History	327.05
B.A. (Hons) in Political Science with Economics	328.1
B.A. (Hons) in Psychology with History	342.5

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Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya	163
Banaras Hindu University	14

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College	Median Salary	Total Tuition Fees	Ranking
Banaras Hindu University	₹ 8 LPA	₹ 2.4 K - 1.92 L	-/-
Mahila Maha Vidyalaya Compare	₹ 8 LPA	₹ 6.9 K - 57.2 K	-/-
JNU Delhi Compare	₹ 6.5 LPA	₹ 648	-/-
Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya	-/-	-/-	-/-

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B.A.(Hons) in English with Home Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Banaras Hindu University

4.0

4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money

Absolutely satisfied with college. ATIT has provided me with a great experience of university life.

Placements: The placement rate of this course is quite exceptional. Compared to other colleges, the placement rate is high. It reaches up to 80 percent. The highest package is 8 LPA. The lowest placement is 2 LPA. The average package is 4 LPA. Top recruiting companies include publishing houses such as Penguin and Navneet.

Infrastructure: The hostel is quite good, and AC is provided. If we talk about the hostel, it is a bit tarnished, but the rooms inside are quite spacious. There is a Wi-Fi connection. The canteen is great, and the food is really nice. You get meals four times a day, so it's a very good place and highly recommendable to everyone.

Faculty: Faculty of English as well as Home Science is really nice. They are all highly qualified, and the course curriculum is divided into 6 semesters. Under NEP, it is converted to 4 semesters and 8 semesters. We have our semester exams every 6 months. The exams are not too difficult. But, we need to go through every aspect of the syllabus because it is quite vast and practical.

Other: I chose this course because I have always been fascinated by literary writers. I am also very skilled in stitching. I thought of making this my full-time work. I wish they could improve the syllabus. It is quite broad and somewhat challenging for a bachelor’s student. Apart from that, there are many events that offer great networking opportunities and exposure.

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025Read More

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B.A. (Hons.) in Sociology - Batch of 2019

4.4

2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Banaras Hindu University was one of the most famous universities of India.

Placements: I was not sure about the placement process. My course was not eligible for placements. I was here for higher studies, and the sociology subject attracted my interest. I was not sure about others who got placed here, but I was not offered any placements. Otherwise, this college was great.

Infrastructure: Infrastructure was dope at this college. I loved it. This college was absolutely amazing. It was filled with nature and trees. I was amazed by its infrastructure. Because it had a great blend of classic and modern elements. Those who studied there had a lot of fresh air and got good vibes.

Faculty: Teachers of this college were very great. They were helpful, caring, and very highly educated. They had enough knowledge for our course and had a lot of knowledge out of the subject. Semester exams of this college were not very tough. You could study one month before the exam and get good marks. Passing percentage was 40%.

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B.A. (Hons.) in History of Art - Batch of 2024

4.4

3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

very less course fee with all desirable facilities.

Placements: Only 18 students opted for History of Art in B.A. Final year, which was around 2.5% of total students admitted in my batch 2021. No such offer for undergraduate course. No recruiting companies for my course while I am studying. No one got internship from my course in my batch. .

Infrastructure: There is 24*7 Wi-Fi available. There is no such lab for undergraduate students, but Bharat Kala Bhavan is used by us as a lab. Classrooms are fully furnished with all desirable facilities. There are many libraries for students such as Central Library, Cyber Library, UG Library, and each department has a separate library.

Faculty: All the teachers are very helpful and knowledgeable and teaching quality is awesome, the curriculum is relevant. The semester exam is not too difficult, but sometimes it is challenging, almost 80-90% of students pass the semester exam.

Other: I chose this course because I come from an art background, and history is one of my favorite subjects. The best thing about this course is that we can go through history once again, exploring events that happened thousands of years ago, i hope to get a placement as an undergraduate student, events and fests are often organized by the department or faculty. The campus crowd is somewhat high in the evening, and the surroundings are very natural and friendly. Very few undergraduate students receive direct scholarships, but some other initiatives like Earn While You Learn also work for students. Extracurricular activities are held on special occasions.

Reviewed on 17 Sep 2025Read More

Anaya Raj

B.A. (Hons.) in Aihc and Archealogy - Batch of 2025

Offered by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya

4.4

2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Review of Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya.

Placements: Placements happen mostly for professional courses like management, IT, and commerce. For arts and pure Science students, there are fewer chances. The placement cell tries to guide students with training and workshops, but many prefer to continue their studies or write exams for government jobs.

Faculty: Teachers are supportive and simply explain lessons. They also share notes and sometimes discuss topics outside the syllabus. Regular attendance helps, as teachers often give important hints in class. Exams are fair and can be managed with steady study.

Other: Nice.

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025Read More

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B.A. (Hons.) in Music Instrumental - Batch of 2025

Offered by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya

4.4

2Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Review of Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya.

Placements: Placements depend a lot on the course. Some courses, like management and computer applications, attract good recruiters, while traditional subjects get fewer chances. The college helps through resume-building workshops and soft skills sessions. Even if placements are not very high, students are motivated to explore internships and government exams.

Infrastructure: The campus has a mix of old and new buildings. Classrooms are simple but well-maintained. The library is one of the strongest facilities with digital resources, too. Hostels provide basic comfort, and the mess food is average but affordable. Wi-Fi is available in most areas, and sports grounds are active spots for students.

Faculty: Faculty members are supportive and focus on practical learning. They encourage students to participate in presentations and group discussions. The syllabus is updated with current trends and exam test clarity of concepts. Regular attendance helps because teachers often share extra notes during class. The academic environment pushes students towards steady progress.

Other: Everything is okay.

Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025Read More

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B.A. (Hons.) in Hindi - Batch of 2025

Offered by Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya

4.2

1Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money

Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya review.

Placements: Placements are not the strongest point for every course here. For professional studies like law or commerce, students do get companies visiting campus, but for humanities, the focus is more on academics than jobs. The placement cell still guides with interviews, career choices, and training. Many students prefer going for higher education or civil services.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is decent, with classrooms that have proper seating and ventilation. The library has a wide collection, which is very useful for research. Labs are functional, and basic needs are taken care of in hostels. Canteen food is hygienic, though limited in variety. There are also playgrounds and open areas that keep the campus lively.

Faculty: Teachers are knowledgeable and try to connect lessons with real-life examples. They are approachable for doubts and give individual attention when needed. Exams are designed to check understanding rather than memorization. If students study regularly, clearing papers is not difficult. The academic culture motivates consistency and curiosity in learning.

Other: Everything is good.

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2025Read More

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Is a student graduating from BSc Home Science eligible for MSc Psychology in Banaras Hindu University?

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Banaras Hindu University MSc Psychology admissions require students to complete BSc in a relevant field. Generally, BSc Home Science is not one of the accepted degrees. Students need to have studied BSc in Psychology or an equivalent course.

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What is maximum age for B.Sc Nursing admission at BHU for SC category?

Answered a week ago

At Banaras Hindu University (BHU), the maximum age limit for admission to the B.Sc Nursing programme is 25 years as of December 31 of the admission year. For SC/ST candidates, there is a relaxation of 5 years, so the maximum age is 30 years.

BHU B.Sc Nursing – Age Criteria (2026 Admission)

Category	Minimum Age	Maximum Age
General/EWS/OBC	17 years	25 years
SC/ST	17 years	30 years (5-year relaxation)
PwD	17 years	30 years (same relaxation as SC/ST)

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Is there a Toxicology courses in BHU?

Answered 2 weeks ago

Yes, BHU (Banaras Hindu University) does offer Toxicology‑related courses, but not as a standalone undergraduate program. The main options are postgraduate and doctoral programs in Forensic Medicine & Toxicology (MD) at the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS‑BHU), and specialised modules like Pharma

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Is there any chance to get admission in BHU LLM, if I have secured 165 Marks in CUET Entrance exam?

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The BHU CUET LLM 2025 cutoff (3-year program) generally required a score between 218 and 286 for the General Category in the first round. The cutoff for OBC was 218–201 marks, while EWS/OBC candidates often need 190+, and SC/ST candidates 165–190+ marks. Admission is for approximately 92 seats (sub

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Which is better, LPU or BHU for B.Tech?

Answered 2 months ago

The B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering at Lovely Professional University focuses on building strong foundations in programming, data structures, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. The programme combines classroom learning with practical labs, live projects, internsh

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