Last Updated: 11 May 2026
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), one of India’s largest residential universities, admitted 13,200 UG students through CUET 2026. With its NIRF Rank #5 among Universities, BHU has emerged as the second most preferred CUET destination after Delhi University. This guide gives you the 2027 admission roadmap.
BHU CUET Admission 2027 — Quick Snapshot
| UG Seats Offered (2026) | 13,200 (across 32 streams) |
| NIRF University Rank | #5 (2024) |
| Application Window | Through CUET-UG (single registration) |
| Counselling Portal | BHU UET Cell |
| Fees Range (UG) | Rs 5,000 – Rs 25,000/year |
| Hostel Availability | Yes (60% of intake) |
Top BHU UG Programmes via CUET 2027
| Programme | CUET Subjects Required | 2026 Cutoff (Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| BA (Hons) Economics | English + Maths + Economics + 1 elective | 620/750 |
| BCom (Hons) | English + Maths + Accountancy + 1 elective | 610/750 |
| BSc (Hons) Physics | English + Physics + Chemistry + Maths | 590/750 |
| BSc (Hons) Mathematics | English + Maths + Physics | 570/750 |
| BA (Hons) English | English + 2 domain subjects + GT | 580/700 |
| BA (Hons) Political Science | English + Pol Sci + 1 elective | 560/700 |
| BA (Hons) History | English + History + 1 elective | 540/700 |
| BFA / BPA | English + GT + Practical/Audition | 450 + audition |
| BPharma | Physics + Chemistry + Biology + English | 645/750 |
| BVoc Programmes | English + GT + relevant domain | 420/600 |
Application Process — Step-by-Step
- Step 1: Register for CUET-UG 2027 at cuet.nta.nic.in (Dec 2026 – Jan 2027).
- Step 2: Select BHU as a preferred university (no separate BHU form).
- Step 3: Appear for CUET exam (May 2027 tentative).
- Step 4: Result release (late June 2027).
- Step 5: Register on bhuonline.in for BHU counselling.
- Step 6: Choice-filling and seat allocation (4-5 rounds).
- Step 7: Document verification at BHU campus.
- Step 8: Fee payment and admission confirmation.
Reservation Policy at BHU
- SC: 15%
- ST: 7.5%
- OBC (NCL): 27%
- EWS: 10%
- PwBD: 5%
- Single Girl Child supernumerary seats (since 2024)
- BHU staff/employee wards: 5%
BHU vs DU vs JNU — CUET Comparison
| Parameter | BHU | DU | JNU |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG Seats | 13,200 | 71,000 | 3,400 |
| NIRF Rank | 5 | 6 | 2 |
| Avg Cutoff (Hons) | 580/750 | 620/750 | 540/750 |
| Hostel | 60% | 15% | 95% |
| Avg UG Fee/year | Rs 12k | Rs 18k | Rs 1.4k |
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FAQ
Is there a separate BHU entrance after CUET?
No — BHU UG admission is entirely through CUET-UG 2027 score. Only post-graduate admissions use BHU-PET.
Can I do MBBS at BHU via CUET?
No — MBBS is via NEET-UG, not CUET. BHU’s BPharm and BSc Nursing are via CUET.
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What is the hostel allocation policy?
Merit-based with reservation; ~60% of admitted UG students get hostel allocation. Outstation candidates given priority.
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