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Arts & ScienceGovernmentEst. 1916
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Where Tradition Meets Excellence
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh4.4 (1,800 reviews)NIRF #5
#5 University
NIRF Rank
30,000+
Total Students
1300 acres
Campus Area
1916
Established
About Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Banaras Hindu University is one of Asia's largest residential universities, offering programmes across arts, science, engineering, medicine, agriculture, and management. Located in the holy city of Varanasi.
5+
Courses
4
Accepted exams
8+
Facilities
₹6 LPA
Avg. package
Facilities
Libraries
Hostels
Sports Complex
Hospital
Cultural Centres
Medical Centre
Cafeterias
Wi-Fi Campus
Student Reviews
"BHU's campus in Varanasi is magical. The blend of tradition and modern education is unique."
Shivam Pandey · B.A. Sanskrit 2023
"IIT(BHU) has excellent faculty and placement support. Great value for money compared to private colleges."
Ritu Singh · B.Tech CSE 2022
Courses Offered
| Course | Duration | Fees/Year | Seats | Exam |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. (Hons) | 3 years | ₹12K/year | 8000 | CUET |
| B.Sc (Hons) | 3 years | ₹12K/year | 5000 | CUET |
| B.Tech | 4 years | ₹1.2L/year | 1200 | JEE Main |
| MBBS | 5.5 years | ₹25K/year | 100 | NEET UG |
| M.A./M.Sc | 2 years | ₹15K/year | 4000 | CUET PG |
Cutoff Ranks (2024)
Closing ranks — lower is more competitive
| Branch | Exam | General | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. Hindi (Hons) | CUET | 88%ile | 80%ile | 70%ile | 65%ile |
| B.Tech CSE | JEE Main | 15000 | 30000 | 60000 | 90000 |
Placement Statistics 2024
₹6 LPA
Average Package
₹28 LPA
Highest Package
72%
Placement Rate
Top Recruiters
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4.4
1,800 reviews
"BHU's campus in Varanasi is magical. The blend of tradition and modern education is unique."
Shivam Pandey
B.A. Sanskrit 2023
"IIT(BHU) has excellent faculty and placement support. Great value for money compared to private colleges."
Ritu Singh
B.Tech CSE 2022
Quick Info
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
NIRF Rank
#5
Type
Government
Established
1916
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