Established in 1916, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is a prestigious university in Varanasi. BHU offers a diverse range of Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Research Programs across various disciplines. Admissions to BHU programs are based on CUET exam scores followed by Counseling & seat allocation. BHU PG Admissions 2024 are going on for courses like MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MCA, MBA, and M.Tech. Admissions to PG is entirely based on CUET PG scores. Whereas UG admissions are based on CUET UG scores for courses like BA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Tech and BA.LL.B. Other entrance exams such as NEET and CAT exams for admission. The final selection of students is done through the Counseling process. BHU admissions is completely held online. Students just need to visit the Official Website of BHU to apply for admission at www.bhuonline.in.
BHU Undergraduate (UG) Admissions 2024
BHU offers a wide range of undergraduate programs in various disciplines such as Science, Fine Arts, Commerce, Management, Technology, etc. BHU UG admissions is entirely based on the candidate's Common University Entrance Test (CUET UG) scores. The CUET UG exam is conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) every year. However, students need to appear and qualify the NEET UG exams for courses like MBBS and BDS. Other UG courses offered by BHU are BA (Hons), B.Sc (Hons), B.Com (Hons), B.Tech, LL.B, etc.
Important Key Points :
- UG Admissions are merit-based which depends on candidates entrance exam scores.
- After the announcement of entrance results, final selection of students is done through the Counseling process and seat allocation.
- The total number of available seats varies for each course.
BHU UG Eligibility and Selection Criteria
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons), B.Com (Hons) | Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks | Based on CUET UG scores and counseling |
| B.Sc (Hons) | Passed 10+2 with at least 50% marks in relevant subjects | Based on CUET UG scores and counseling |
| B.Tech | Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics | Based on JEE Main scores |
| LLB | Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks | Based on BHU UET and counseling |
| MBBS, BDS, B.Sc Nursing | Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology | Based on NEET scores and MCC counseling |
BHU Postgraduate (PG) Admissions 2024
BHU offers various Postgraduate Programs such as MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, M.Tech, M.Ed, LL.B, and M.Com. Banaras Hindu University grants admission based on candidates merit in the entrance exams such as CUET PG, CAT and NEET PG. Final selection of students is based on BHU Counseling Process followed by seat allocation. Some of the BHU PG courses involve GDs and PIs for final selection of students. The eligibility and fees structure for each course differs from one another.
Important Key Points :
- BHU PG Admissions requires a valid entrance exam score (CUET PG, NEET PG, CAT , etc).
- Some of the PG courses include group discussions and personal interviews.
- The fee structure of every course differs from one another.
BHU PG Eligibility and Selection Criteria
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| MA | Candidates with a BA (Hons) degree with at least 50% marks | Based on CUET PG scores and counseling |
| MBA | Candidates with a Bachelor's degree with at least 50% marks | Based on CAT scores and GD/PI |
| M.Sc | Candidates with a B.Sc (Hons) degree with at least 50% marks | Based on CUET PG scores and counseling |
| M.Com | Candidates with a B.Com (Hons) degree with at least 50% marks | Based on CUET PG scores and counseling |
| M.Tech | Candidates with a B.Tech/B.E degree with at least 50% marks | Based on GATE scores |
| LLB | Candidates with a BA/B.Sc/B.Com degree with at least 50% marks | Based on BHU PET and counseling |
BHU Research Programs (M.Phil and Ph.D) Admissions 2024
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers Research Programs like Ph.D and M.Phil. Both Ph.D and M.Phil are offered in various disciplines. Admission to BHU Research Programs is based on candidates' entrance merit. Entrance exams accepted for BHU PG Programs are Research Entrance Test (RET), UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, and GATE. Important Key Points
- Candidates with NET/JRF qualifications need not appear for the Research Entrance Test (RET).
- Final selection of PG students is based on interview and evaluation of research proposals.
BHU PG Eligibility and Selection Criteria
| Course | Eligibility | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in relevant field | Based on RET/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/GATE scores |
| M.Phil | Master's degree with at least 55% marks in relevant field | Based on RET and counseling |
BHU Admission Procedure 2024
- Candidates need to register online on the BHU website and NTA online portal.
- Candidates are then required to appear and qualify the CUET / NEET / CAT exam with valid scores.
- After result declaration, students can check the results and merit lists on the official website.
- Next, students need to register for the Counseling Process and choose their preferences.
- Based on students merit and preferences, available seats will be allocated to them.
- Students are then required to attend the document verification process at their prescribed designated Center.
- At last, pay the admission fee in order to confirm the seat allocated as well as the Admission to BHU.
Documents Required
- Class 10th and Class 12th Marksheets and Certificates
- Graduation / Master's Degree as per the courses
- Scorecard of Entrance Exam
- Caste Certificate (If applicable)
- Income Certificate (If applicable)
- Transfer Certificate
- Migration Certificate
- Passport-size photographs
BHU Seat Reservation BHU follows a seat reservation policy as per the government guidelines. There is a certain percentage of seats reserved for each backward or minority community.
Check out the below table for BHU Seat Reservations as per categories.
| Category | Reservation Percentage |
|---|---|
| SC | 15% |
| ST | 7.5% |
| OBC-NCL | 27% |
| EWS | 10% |
| PwD | 5% (within each category) |
