Admission in Banaras Hindu University (BHU) through CUET 2023

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Updated On: March 14, 2023 05:29 pm IST | CUET

CUET 2023 will provide a single window to students to take admission in any of the central universities. The Banaras Hindu University will be enrolling students in undergraduate courses through the CUET 2023 exam.
Admission in Banaras Hindu University (BHU) through CUET 2023

As the CUET entrance exam conducted by the NTA is just around the corner starting from 21 May 2023, it is quite natural that students might feel anxious about which universities to consider for higher studies. We at CollegeDekho feel your concerns are here with yet another informative article about Banaras Hindu University (BHU). Let’s find out more about it!

Also Read:CUET 2023: Exam Date, Application Form, Syllabus, Pattern, Latest Updates

Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

This university has a very old and rich legacy among the topmost Central Universities of India. According to the NIRF 2022 rankings, Banaras Hindu University holds a position of 6 under the university category and 5 under the medical category. The university offers a wide range of courses across various streams. Banaras Hindu University has 6 centres of advanced studies, various specialized research centres and 10 departments under a special assistance program. It has more than 15000 students.

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) and CUET: Highlights

Candidates can take admission to various diverse courses in BHU through Central University Entrance Test (CUET) conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Seats will be allotted to the candidates based on the results of the CUET exam. The eligibility criteria and duration of some of the popular courses in BHU is highlighted below:

Course Name

Duration of the Course

Eligibility Criteria

BA (Hons.) Arts

3 years

Class XII passed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks

B.Com. (Hons.)

3 years

Class XII passed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks with commerce/math so one main subject

B.Com. (Hons.) Financial Management

3 years

Class XII passed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks with commerce/math/financial management as one main subject

BA (Hons.) Social Sciences

3 years

Class XII passed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks

BA (Hons.) Bio Group

3 years

Class XII passed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks with physics/math as one main subject

BPA (Bachelor of Performing Arts)

3 years

Class XII/UG/PG degree and vocal music/instrumental music/dance

Selection Criteria for BHU through CUET 2023

Before we get to know about the tentative number of seats available in various courses of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), it is important to understand the criteria university mandates for potential candidates. Therefore, the following table will provide a brief overview to the candidates about the same. Let’s find out:

Course

Criteria in BHU for Appearing in the CUET Exam

Criteria for Selection in CUET

BA (Hons.) Arts

Candidates are required to opt for section I A: language Test - (English or Hindi) and section III: general test for admission in BHU

Combined score of section IA + section III will be considered for merit

BA (Hons.) Social Sciences

The course includes various subjects such as Political Science, History, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, etc.

Combined score of section IA + section III will be considered for merit

BA (Hons.) LLB

Candidates are required to opt for section IA language test (Hindi or English) and section II legal studies and section III general test for admission in BHU in this course

Merit list will be prepared based on combined scores of section A, section II and section III

B.Com. (Hons.)/ B.Com. (Hons.) Financial Markets Management

Candidates are required to opt for section II: accountancy, business studies; section III: general test for admission in BHU in this course

Selection based on merit obtained by candidate for allotment of seats in various B.com. courses.

B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths Group

To appear in CUET candidates are required to opt for section II: physics, chemistry, maths for admission in BHU

Selection is based on merit list and scores obtained in section II.

B.Sc. (Hons.) Bio Group

To appear in CUET candidates are required to opt for section II: physics, chemistry, biology for admission in BHU

Selection is based on merit list and scores obtained in section II.

B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture

Candidates are required to opt for section II: physics, chemistry and maths or physics, chemistry and biology or biology, chemistry, and agriculture) for admission in BHU

Selection based on sum of scores obtained in either three subject combination of section II

Also Read:CUET 2023 Important Dates

Selection Criteria for BTech in BHU through CUET 2023

Let’s now see the criteria for selection in BTech. courses in Banaras Hindu University (BHU):

Course

Criteria for Appearing in the CUET

Criteria for Selection in CUET

BTech. (Dairy Technology)

Candidates are required to opt for section II: Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics for admission in BHU.

Selection based on sum of scores obtained in either three subject combinations of section II

BTech. (Food Technology)

Candidates are required to opt for section II: chemistry, mathematics, physics for admission in BHU.

Selection based on sum of scores obtained in either three subject combination of section II

Also Read:CUET 2023 Study Plan and Preparation Strategy

Selection Criteria for BPA Courses in BHU

The Banaras Hindu University (BHU) also offers certain unconventional courses in the form of Bachelor of Performing Arts. The below table will give you an overview about the same:

Course

Criteria in BHU for Appearing in the CUET

Criteria for Selection in CUET

BPA in North Indian Classical Vocal

The candidates are required to opt for section II: vocal music for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Tabla

Candidates are required to opt for section II: percussion for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Sitar

Candidates are required to opt for section II: non-percussion for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Violin

Candidates are required to opt for section II: non-percussion for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Flute

Candidates are required to opt for section II: non-percussion for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Bharatnatyam

Candidates are required to opt for section II: Bharatnatyam for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

BPA Kathak

Candidates are required to opt for section II: Kathak for admission in BHU.

In preparation of merit list score in section II+2. Also, a practical test will be conducted at university level after declaration of results by NTA.

Availability of Seats in Banaras Hindu University

Up till now the aspirants must have got a fair idea about the various courses available in Banaras Hindu University and the criteria for selection of the course. This information will also guide the future CUET aspirants to select their desired course. However, the candidates should remember that these are the tentative number of available seats and not the final number. Based on the CUET seat allotment for previous years, we have come up with an estimated number of seats for various courses in BHU: 

Course

Number of Seats

BA (Hons.) Arts

1772

BA (Hons.) Social Sciences

1934

B.Com. (Hons.)

912

B.Com. (Hons.) Financial Markets Management

124

B.Sc. (Hons.) Maths Group

669

B.Sc. (Hons.) Bio Group

576

B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture

154

B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture-RGSC

81

B.Sc. Veterinary and Animal Husbandry

60

BA (Hons.) LLB

74

Also Read:CUET Admit Card 2023

BHU Admission Seats for Bachelor in Vocation

Seats available in Bachelor of Vocation courses in Banaras Hindu University (BHU) are mentioned below:

Course

Number of Seats

Bachelor of Vocation in Fashion Designing and Event Management

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Agribusiness and Entrepreneurship

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Banking, Insurance and Retailing

62

Bachelor of Vocation Catering Technology and Hotel Management

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Computer Applications

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Food Processing and Management

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Hospital Administration and Management

62

Bachelor of Vocation in Hospitality and Tourism Management

62

BHU Admission Seats for Bachelor of Performing Arts

Seats available in Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA) courses in Banaras Hindu University (BHU) are mentioned below:

Courses

Number of Seats

BPA in North Indian Classical Vocal

20

BPA in Sitar

20

BPA in Violin

20

BPA in Flute

20

BPA Tabla

20

BPA in Bharatnatyam

20

BPA in Kathak

20

In the nutshell, the aspirants by now must be aware of the tentative number of seats available through CUET in various courses at Banaras Hindu University. This article has extensively covered the various aspects of admission in BHU through CUET. For more such interesting information stay tuned to CollegeDekho!

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