Overview
Banaras Hindu University is a residential central university in Varanasi, founded in 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya under the B.H.U. Act 1915. Its main campus sits on the western bank of the Ganga, and the university runs 5 institutes, 16 faculties and over 130 departments spanning arts, sciences, commerce, law, medicine and agriculture.
BHU Highlights
| Founded | 1916 |
|---|---|
| University type | Central University |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh |
| Popular programmes listed | 2 |
| TUF Rank 2026 | #8 (editorial ordering) |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.A. (Hons)
B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture
Admission Process
BHU admits students to its undergraduate programmes through CUET(UG) scores, as stated in the university's official admission notices. Candidates with valid CUET(UG) scores register on BHU's CAP UG counselling portal (bhucuet.samarth.edu.in) with their CUET application number, pay the registration fee, fill programme preferences, and seats are allotted in multiple rounds on normalised CUET scores and eligibility. PG admissions run through CUET(PG) and other notified routes.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to BHU for undergraduate courses?
Appear in CUET(UG) and register on BHU's CAP UG portal (bhucuet.samarth.edu.in) with your CUET application number. Seats are allotted in rounds based on normalised CUET scores, programme eligibility and your preferences.
Does BHU conduct its own entrance test for UG admission?
No. Per the university's admission notices, all regular BHU undergraduate admissions are based solely on CUET(UG) scores through the CAP UG counselling process.
What UG programmes does BHU offer?
BHU offers B.A., B.Sc., B.Com, B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture, law, fine arts, performing arts and language programmes across its faculties and institutes, as listed in the official UG information bulletin.
Where can I find BHU's fee structure?
The university publishes programme-wise fee details in its official admission bulletins and on the admission portal. Check the official website for the current fee structure.
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