What is the admission process for BHU in 2026?

Banaras Hindu University admissions for 2026 are based on CUET scores. Candidates must register on the BHU portal after the CUET results for counselling.

Is BHU admission through CUET for all UG courses?

Yes, for most undergraduate courses including B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Ed., and others, BHU considers CUET scores.

What is the BHU 2026 application form date?

BHU application forms open shortly after CUET results, typically around June–July. The exact schedule will be announced on the official BHU admission portal.

Where can I get the BHU entrance syllabus for 2026?

The BHU entrance syllabus is aligned with the CUET UG 2026 syllabus, based on NCERT Class 12th content. You can download it from the NTA website or The Conceptum.

How do I check my BHU merit list and cutoff marks?

The merit list and course-wise cutoff marks are published on BHU’s admission portal (bhuonline.in) after counselling registration closes.

Is there a reservation policy in BHU admissions?

Yes. BHU follows Government of India reservation norms for SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and PwD categories.

What are the best preparation books for BHU UG entrance?

Since BHU now follows CUET, NCERT-based guides and practice books like The Conceptum CUET/BHU UG Guide are highly recommended.

Does BHU offer hostel facilities to UG students?

Yes, BHU offers hostel facilities to both male and female students based on merit and availability after admission.

How can I track my BHU admission status online?

After registration, login to the BHU admission portal with your credentials to track your counselling, seat allotment, and final admission status.

What is the official website for BHU admissions?

The official admission portal is https://bhuonline.in, where all important updates, forms, and merit lists are published.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) 2026

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), one of India’s premier central universities, was founded in 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, a renowned educationist, lawyer, and nationalist leader. The vision behind B.H.U was to blend the best of ancient Indian education with modern scientific learning, nurturing a strong sense of national pride and cultural heritage among Indian youth.

The university played a significant role during India’s freedom movement by producing intellectuals, scientists, lawyers, and leaders who contributed actively to nation-building. Today, B.H.U. stands as a symbol of academic excellence, cultural richness, and commitment to holistic education.

The sprawling campus of B.H.U. is located in Varanasi (Banaras), Uttar Pradesh, covering nearly 1,300 acres, making it one of the largest residential universities in Asia.

Off-Campus Centres of B.H.U.

To expand its reach, B.H.U. has also established off-campus centres to provide higher education opportunities to students in remote and underserved regions.

Currently, B.H.U. has the following operational off-campus centre:

Rajiv Gandhi South Campus, Barkachha (Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh)

Key Milestones of BHU

Year	Milestone
1916	Banaras Hindu University is established by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya.
1917	The first session of B.H.U. commences with 30 students.
1918	Establishment of the College of Oriental Learning and the College of Science.
1920	Foundation of Engineering classes (now IIT-B.H.U.).
1968	Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS-B.H.U) established.
2010	B.H.U. recognized as an Institution of National Importance.
2012	College of Engineering & Technology elevated to IIT status (IIT-B.H.U.).
2016	B.H.U. celebrates its centenary year.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) 2026

Off-Campus Centres of B.H.U.

Key Milestones of BHU

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