Quick Summary
Since 1916, Banaras Hindu University has been one of India's prominent public central universitys, based in Varanasi. Ranked #1001-1200 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 32000 students including 1.5% from outside India. Known for strengths in Agriculture & Forestry, Pharmacy, Physics, it maintains an acceptance rate of 3%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the oldest and most prestigious central universities in India, offering world-class infrastructure and a deeply rooted cultural heritage at a minimal cost.
Subject Strengths
Agriculture & ForestryPharmacyPhysicsChemistryModern Languages
Founded1916
TypePublic Central University
Total Students32000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio19:1
CampusResidential
Campus Size1370 acres
Affiliated HospitalsSir Sunderlal Hospital, BHU Trauma Centre
AccreditationNAAC A+ Grade
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#1001-1200
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#701-800
Academic Ranking
03
Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Diploma, Certificate
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Interdisciplinary School of Life Sciences, Center for Genetic Disorders, Nanoscience and Technology Unit
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
NAAC A+ Grade
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate3%
IELTS6
TOEFL80
Min GPA3.0/4.0 (50% aggregate in qualifying exam)
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · March 31
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 31
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily through the Common University Entrance Test (CUET). Candidates must ensure they select BHU during the NTA registration and clear the university-specific cutoff.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹12,500/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹150,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹23,500/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$12
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹187,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$600
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Doctorate, Diploma, Certificate programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MBBS | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| B.Tech | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| B.Sc Agriculture | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| BA LLB | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| MBA | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MA in Sanskrit | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
82%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHigh
Industry Connections
Strong
Notable Alumni
Lal Bahadur Shastri, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, C.N.R. Rao, Bhupen Hazarika
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Amphitheatre, Swimming Pool, Cricket Grounds, Indoor Stadium
Student Clubs
Debating Society, Cultural Committee, NCC, NSS, Spic Macay BHU Chapter
Library Resources
Sayaji Rao Gaekwad Central Library (over 1.3 million volumes)
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available