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Banaras Hindu University Ranking 2025

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Banaras Hindu University Rankings
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BHU is widely acknowledged as one of India's top universities. It consistently ranks in various categories, and in the NIRF ranking 2024, it received #11 rank in the 'Overall' category, showing its broad academic reach. In the 'Overall' category, BHU ranked in the top 50 in the country for the 3rd consecutive year in 2024.

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NIRF Ranking 2025
Times Higher Education Ranking 2025
Outlook Ranking 2025
The Week Ranking 2025
Times Ranking 2025
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025
Banaras Hindu University Course Ranking
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Banaras Hindu University
Ranking Highlights

BHU has earned a reputation as a top institution, consistently ranked in various categories by national bodies, including NIRF, QS World University Rankings, The Week, Times Higher Education, US News, etc. These rankings highlight the university's excellence across diverse academic areas. For more details on Banaras Hindu University's rankings, refer to the table below.

Rank publisher & CategoryRank

LL.B.

NIRF, 2024

#25

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2024->

MBA/PGDM

NIRF, 2025

#60

6th Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2025->

Medicine & Health Sciences

NIRF, 2025

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2025->

Law

NIRF, 2024

#25

5th Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2024->

Business & Management Studies

NIRF, 2025

#10

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2025->

Science

NIRF, 2025

#10

Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2025->

Dental

NIRF, 2025

#15

2nd Best among NIRF ranked colleges in Uttar Pradesh in 2025->

Banaras Hindu University
NIRF Ranking 2025

According to the rankings from NIRF, BHU outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. One can observe that, in the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have displayed constancy in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2024, BHU's rank is #11, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the NIRF ranking.

It has been observed that

It has been observed that the institute has displayed a fluctuating trend in the 'University' category as compared to the ranking of preceding years. In 2024, BHU's rank is #5, the same as last year's rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking.

The 'Management' category rankings of the institute have shown a fluctuating trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2024, BHU climbed 8 ranks to #48 rank in the 'Management' category by the NIRF ranking.

It has been seen that in the 'Law' category, the institute's ranks have shown a decreasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2024, BHU fell 3 ranks to #25 rank in the 'Law' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings.

Explore the BHU latest rankings by other ranking bodies and their categories below:

Category	2023	2024	2025
LL.B.	– / –	25	– / –
MBA/PGDM	60	48	60
Medicine & Health Sciences	– / –	7	6
Law	– / –	25	– / –
Business & Management Studies	– / –	– / –	10
Science	– / –	– / –	10
Dental	18	17	15

Banaras Hindu University Ranking
NIRF Ranking Comparison

As per the NIRF 2024 rankings, BHU achieved a rank #11 in the 'Overall' category. It stands on par with renowned institutions like IIT Hyderabad and Jamia Millia Islamia under the NIRF 'Overall' category. Explore the year-wise comparison of BHU with other leading institutes below.

BHU vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2024
College Name	Overall 2024
BHU	11
IIT Guwahati	9
JNU	10
IIT Hyderabad	12
Jamia Millia Islamia	13

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Times Higher Education Ranking 2025

Over the years, there has been a consistent recognition that, BHU is known as one of the top institutes across all major categories by the Times Higher Education 2024. It has been seen that in the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have shown stability in trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2024, BHU's rank is #601, the same as last year's rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education ranking. Check the table below for more details about the BHU r

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Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

According to the Times Higher Education ranking 2024, BHU received #601–800 rank in the 'Overall' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Thapar University, and IIT Guwahati for Times Higher Education rankings under the 'Overall' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of BHU with other top institutes:

BHU vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
College Name	Overall 2024
BHU	601–800
MG University, Kerala	501–600
Shoolini University	501–600
Thapar University	601–800
IIT Guwahati	601–800

Banaras Hindu University
Outlook Ranking 2025

BHU has been recognised for its excellence in various fields by Outlook 2024, outperforming other institutes in parameters such as Teaching, Graduation Outcome, Inclusivity & Research, as well as fostering an exceptional learning environment.

Check out the latest rankings for other ranking bodies and their categories below.

Banaras Hindu University Ranking
Outlook Ranking Comparison

According to the Outlook ranking 2024, BHU received #2 rank in the 'Central Universities' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as Pondicherry University, and DU for Outlook rankings under the 'Central Universities' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of BHU with other top institutes:

BHU vs Other Institutes: Outlook Ranking 2024
College Name	Central Universities 2024
BHU	2
Jai Ganesh College of Education	1
Pondicherry University	3
DU	4

Banaras Hindu University
The Week Ranking 2025

Throughout the years, BHU The Week ranking reveals that the institute is doing really well in various important aspects, like the education, research, and how well the institute runs overall. These positive rankings not only show that the institute has a good reputation but also that it excels in many different areas, as judged by the strict standards set by The Week.

Refer to the table below for BHU ranking by The Week:

Banaras Hindu University Ranking
The Week Ranking Comparison

BHU has been given top ranks under various ranking parameters among the other institutes in the 'Medical' category. In 2023, it was ranked #3 in the 'Medical' category. Candidates can find a full comparison in the table below:

BHU vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name	Medical 2023
BHU	3
Integral University Lucknow	30
Career College Bhopal	31
PGIMER	5
PGIMER	5

Banaras Hindu University
Times Ranking 2025

According to Times's ranking, BHU has performed better than several other institutions and has been ranked at a decent position under the 'MBA' category. View the table for the BHU rankings 2023:

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Times Ranking Comparison

The institute was not ranked for the year 2023. However, for the year 2022, it competes with Amrapali Institute Haldwani, and Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology for the Times 'MBA' category rankings. Check the year-wise Times comparison analysis of the best institutes in this space:

BHU vs Other Institutes: Times Ranking 2022
College Name	MBA 2022
BHU	102
Shri Ram Murti Engineering College Bareilly	100
Sanskriti University	101
Amrapali Institute Haldwani	103
Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology	104

Banaras Hindu University
QS World University Rankings Ranking 2025

According to the rankings from QS World University Rankings, BHU outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position. In the 'Asia' category, the rankings of the institute have demonstrated an increasing trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2024, BHU climbed 8 ranks to #199 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

The rankings of the institute in the 'Southern Asia' category have displayed an increasing trend when evaluated against previous year's

The rankings of the institute in the 'Southern Asia' category have displayed an increasing trend when evaluated against previous year's ranking. In 2024, BHU climbed 3 ranks to #34 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings. BHU ranked in the top 50 in the country for the second consecutive year in 2023.

In the 'Top Global Universities' category, the institute's ranks have displayed constancy in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2024, BHU's rank is #1001, the same as last year's rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World University Rankings. Candidates can review the table below for the BHU QS World University Rankings:

Category	2024	2025
Science	199	203

Banaras Hindu University Ranking
QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

In the latest QS World University Rankings 2024 ranking, BHU has achieved rank #199, while the Jamia Millia Islamia has been ranked at #206. Refer to the table below for the QS World University Rankings's ranking of India's Top Government Universities.

BHU vs Other Institutes: QS World University Rankings 2024
College Name	Asia 2024
BHU	199
Amity University Noida	186
Calcutta University	187
Jamia Millia Islamia	206
UniPune	210

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University of Calcutta Compare	179
Amity University Noida UP Compare	183
Jamia Millia Islamia Compare	188
Banaras Hindu University	203
Jadavpur University Compare	211
University of Hyderabad Compare	239
Saveetha University Compare	266

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Renowned companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Flipkart, TCS, Swiggy, and others actively recruit from our institution.

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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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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.

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Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya review.

Placements: Placements are decent, especially for students in professional courses like IT, management, or commerce, as companies offer internships and entry-level roles. For those in traditional courses such as arts or science, the opportunities are fewer. However, the college does provide placement training, soft skills workshops, and counseling sessions. A significant number of students also pursue competitive exams and post-graduation, so placements aren't the sole focus.

Infrastructure: College infrastructure is fairly balanced. There are good libraries with study material, labs that are maintained for practical, and classrooms with enough space. Hostels are simple and not fancy, but they provide essentials like food, water, and Wi-Fi. The canteen has pocket-friendly food, and healthcare support is available when needed. Overall, the campus feels safe and suitable for learning.

Faculty: Faculty is cooperative and encourages students to clear their doubts. They don't just stick to the syllabus but also share practical insights. While attendance rules exist, they aren't overly strict if your reason for absence is genuine. Exams are not too tough if you study regularly. The academic atmosphere encourages students to be disciplined while also giving them the space to explore their interests.

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Absolutely dissatisfied because of its faculty members.

Placements: In our college, we do not get minimum support from our teachers like contacting recruiters even after our TPOs made the contacts. They do not even collaborate with IIT BHU for placements. So no companies came. Two startups come from our alumni. Only 2 out of 60 students are placed, 1 is for sales department under the company named Crowe and other is for system engineer. The package is approximately 6 LPA.

Infrastructure: The facilities are average in our department. Wi-Fi is good and lab is developing with good PCs though need improvement. Classrooms are huge but it becomes unbearable during summer. Library is good and antique provided by our university. We have a digital room for those who don't have their own laptops. Hostels are good with small rooms. Food is eatable in mess. We have big grounds where various games are played.

Faculty: Teachers, apart from two or three, seem knowledgeable but their teaching quality is worse. Course curriculum is relevant which partly makes students industry-ready. Semester exams are not that much tough but the marking system is at the teacher's whim. Pass percentage is 60-70%.

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Review of Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya.

Placements: Placements here are quite decent, especially if we belong to professional or technical fields. Companies do come for recruitment drives, but for pure academic courses, options are limited. The placement cell arranges seminars, training sessions, and career counselling. Students also tend to go for higher education or prepare for competitive exams.

Infrastructure: The campus is a good blend of tradition and modern facilities. Libraries have enough resources, labs are updated, and classrooms are properly maintained. Hostels are simple but manageable. The mess food is budget-friendly. Basic medical help is available on the campus. Overall, it offers a supportive environment for studies.

Faculty: Professors are cooperative and open to clearing doubts both inside and outside class. They encourage participation instead of one-way teaching. Attendance rules are strict but fair. Exams are usually not very tough. Regular study is enough to do well. The academic culture pushes students towards discipline as well as learning.

Other: Everything is fine here.

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Review of Vasant Kanya Mahavidyalaya.

Placements: The placement scenario depends a lot on the field of study. For technical and professional streams, companies visit regularly, but for pure academics, the scope is smaller. Still, the placement cell organises workshops and career guidance sessions. Many students also prepare for higher studies and government exams instead of jobs.

Infrastructure: The campus has a decent mix of old and new buildings. Libraries are well-stocked, classrooms are spacious, and labs are functional. Hostels provide basic amenities, though not luxurious. The canteen food is affordable, and there are medical facilities within reach. Overall, the atmosphere is comfortable for studying.

Faculty: Teachers are approachable and try to engage students in discussions rather than only lectures. Attendance is taken seriously, but faculty members are understanding. Exams are moderate in nature, and students can clear them with consistent preparation. The academic environment encourages both subject knowledge and personal growth.

Other: All good .

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Discontinued (5 June 2025)B.A. (Hons.) in Arts - Batch of 2025

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If you want to take admission, take it. It is just okay type.

Placements: In the B.A. course, there are no placements at all. So better take admission near your home town. There are recruiting companies coming for recruitment here. You get all types of courses from B.A. to IIT. On campus, you get commerce, bachelor of arts, science ayurveda, nursing, LL.B. and every type of course.

Infrastructure: The infrastructure is good. All facilities like Wi-Fi, labs, and a library are available. There are facilities in our hostel. There is a mess, a canteen, a TV room, and all other things. At BHU, you get every type of sports court. There is a badminton arena.

Faculty: The faculty is well-qualified. A few are just good. Otherwise, all came for just time pass. The curriculum is not updated. This year, a new education policy was introduced, so I have no idea about the new curriculum of B.A. Semester exams are difficult here. We get 7 papers in the 1st and 2nd of every semester.

Other: B.A. is just for graduation purposes. It is just an okay type. There is a lot of improvement needed.

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Is there any chance of getting into space science by pursuing B.Sc maths honors from universities like DU, BHU, etc.?

Answered 3 weeks ago

Yes, B.Sc. Mathematics (Hons.) from DU, BHU, etc. can be a good base for space science, but you'll need higher studies. After graduation, you can pursue M.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, or Astronomy, and then appear for exams like JAM, JEST, or GATE to enter institutes such as IIST, IUCAA, or even ISR

Subhojeet singh sikarwar

Beginner-Level 3

Is there any entrance exam for BHU MCA admission?

Answered 4 weeks ago

Yes candidates who wish to apply for MCA admissions at BHU are required to appear for the CUET-PG examination. In addition to this, candidates who fulfill the set eligibility criteria for the MCA admissions at BHU will be the only ones to get admissions. To be eligible for the MCA courses at BHU, ca

Saurabh Khanduri

Contributor-Level 10

How many students are placed during BHU MBA placements?

Answered a month ago

The number of students placed during BHU MBA placements 2025 is presented below:

Particulars	MBA & MBA IB Placement Statistics (2025)	MBA Agri-Business Placement Statistics (2025)
Students Placed	116	56

Nishtha Karan

Contributor-Level 9

What are the popular profiles offered during BHU MBA placements?

Answered a month ago

The top profiles offered during BHU MBA placement 2025 is presented below:

Profiles	MBA and MBA IB Offer Distribution (2025)
Consultant	36%
Assistant / Deputy Manager	18%
Management Trainee	11%
Business Analyst	10%
Junior Management Officer	7%
Project Manager	6%
Others	12%
Profiles	MBA Agri-Business Offer Distribution (2025)
Management Trainee	58%
Deputy Manager	9%
Sales Officer	8%
Executive / QC Executive	7%
Others	12%

Saakshi Malhotra

Contributor-Level 9

What is the median salary trend witnessed during BHU placements?

Answered a month ago

The median package for BHU placements can be found in the NIRF report on the institute's placements. The median package reported in the last three NIRF reports has been tabulated below: