BHU CUET 2026 Courses and Admission Process: Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is one of the most prestigious central universities in India, offering undergraduate courses through CUET. Every year, thousands of aspirants compete for admission to BHU in Science, Arts/Humanities, Social Sciences, and other streams, as it is among the top five universities participating in CUET 2026. To secure admission to these programmes, candidates must meet the CUET 2026 eligibility criteria as well as the course-specific requirements prescribed by the university.

If you are planning to pursue an undergraduate degree at Banaras Hindu University, you can explore the complete list of BHU CUET 2026 courses in this SciAstra article. It also provides detailed information about the BHU UG admission process for UG courses.

CUET UG  2026

The Common University Entrance Test (CUET) 2026 for admission to undergraduate courses will be conducted in May 2026. BHU will accept CUET 2026 scores for admission to BSc, BFA, BTech, BA, BVoc, and other courses. If you wish to apply for admission to an undergraduate programme, you can check the overview of the CUET 2026 exam below:

Features

Details

Exam Name

CUET UG, CUET Exam

Full Form

Common University Entrance Test

Exam Organizing Institute

NTA, National Testing Agency

Exam Level

Undergraduate Level

Exam Purpose

Single platform to provide admissions to the UG programmes at central, state, private and deemed universities.

Courses Offered

BA, BA Hons, BSc, BCom, BFA, BDes, BCA, BBA and other courses.

Eligibility

Class 12 appearing or passout students

Exam Mode

Online/Computer-Based Test

Exam Frequency

Once in a year

CUET UG Shift Details(Subject to Change)

  • Shift 1:  9 AM to 11 AM

  • Shift 2: 12.30 PM to 2 PM

  • Shift 3: 4 PM to 5.30 PM

Registration Fee(Subject to Change)

  • INR 1000 (General)

  • INR 900 (OBC-NCL, EWS)

  • INR 800 (SC, ST, PwD and Transgender)

  • INR 4500 (International centres)

Type of Question

MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions)

CUET UG Negative Marking Scheme

+5 Marks for correct answer-1 Marks for incorrect answer

Official Website

https://cuet.nta.nic.in/

CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Aspirants will only be eligible to take CUET 2026 if they meet the exam eligibility criteria along with the course-specific requirements prescribed by BHU.  Check out the CUET 2026 eligibility criteria below:

CUET UG 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualifications

  • Class 12 pass from a recognised central or state board

Age Limit

  • Candidates must meet the minimum age limit criteria of the university they are applying to through CUET.

BHU Admission Process: UG Courses

Banaras Hindu University is an internationally reputed educational institution situated in the city of Varanasi. This creative and innovative university was founded by the great nationalist leader, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya, in 1916 with the support of great personalities like Dr Annie Besant.

The BHU UG admission process includes the following steps:

  1. Fill out the CUET 2026 application form (if you meet the exam eligibility criteria).

  2. Download the CUET 2026 admit card.

  3. Appear for the CUET 2026 exam.

  4. Check/download the CUET UG 2026 result.

  5. Apply for the BHU 2026 UG counselling process and select your preferred UG course.

  6. Candidates who meet the BHU 2026 cutoff for their chosen course will be offered a seat.

  7. Pay the admission fee to secure the seat.

BHU CUET 2026 Courses and Course-Wise Eligibility

Banaras Hindu University is one of the most popular institutes among CUET 2026 participating universities, with an NIRF 2025 University Rank of 6. It offers admission to around 30 undergraduate courses through CUET.​

The BHU CUET UG courses include BSc (Hons), BTech, BPA, BFA, BA, BVoc, and Shastri (Hons) programmes. Check out their list below:

List of BHU CUET 2026 Courses

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) Courses

  1. Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Mathematics

  2. Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Statistics

  3. Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Computer

  4. Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Earth Science (For Maths Group)

  5. Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Technology (Radiotherapy)

BTech Courses

  1. Bachelor of Technology in Dairy Technology

  2. Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology

BVoc Courses

  1. Bachelor of Vocation in Fashion Technology & Apparel Designing

  2. Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management

  3. Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management

  4. Bachelor of Vocation in Hospitality & Tourism Management

  5. Bachelor of Vocation in Medical Lab Technology

  6. Bachelor of Vocation in Retail & Logistics Management

BFA Courses

  1. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Applied Arts

  2. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting

  3. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Textile Design

  4. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Plastic Arts

BPA Courses

  1. Bachelor of Performing Arts Vocal

  2. Bachelor of Performing Arts Instrumental

  3. Bachelor of Performing Arts Tabla

  4. Bachelor of Performing Arts Dance

Shastri (Hons.) Courses

  1. Shastri (Hons.) in Veda

  2. Shastri (Hons.) in Vyakarna

  3. Shastri (Hons.) in Veda

  4. Shastri (Hons.) in Vyakarna

  5. Shastri (Hons.) in Sahitya

  6. Shastri (Hons.) in Jyotish

  7. Shastri (Hons.) in Vaidik Darshan

  8. Shastri (Hons.) in Dharmasastra & Mimansa

  9. Shastri (Hons.) in Jain-Buddha Darshan

BHU CUET 2026 Eligibility

Candidates applying to Banaras Hindu University (BHU) can choose their preferred UG programme while filling out the CUET 2026 application form, which is expected to be released in the first week of March 2026 on cuet.nta.nic.in. It is important that they select programmes based on the subjects they studied in Classes 11 and 12, and appear only for those CUET UG 2026 test papers that are relevant to the programme they wish to pursue, as prescribed by BHU.

BHU has clearly defined subject requirements and eligibility criteria for each undergraduate course. Therefore, candidates must carefully check the course-wise CUET 2026 eligibility criteria and ensure they select the correct subject combinations before completing the application process.

Candidates must meet the BHU eligibility criteria for their chosen course along with CUET 2026 eligibility to apply for it. Check out the BHU CUET 2026 course-wise eligibility criteria below:

BHU CUET 2026 Courses & Eligibility

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Mathematics/Statistics/Computer Science/Physics/Chemistry/Geography/Earth Science {For Maths Group}

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Subject Test – Chemistry (306)

2. Subject Test – Mathematics (319)

3. Subject Test – Physics (322)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 or equivalent examination, securing a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate in the subjects Physics, Maths plus any one of the following: Chemistry, Statistics, Geology, Computer Science, Information Technology and Geography and must have passed in each of the concerned three subjects.

AGE: Not to be more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Technology in Dairy Technology

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Subject Test – Chemistry (306)

2. Subject Test – Mathematics (319)

3. Subject Test – Physics (322)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 or its equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics OR Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology with English from a recognized Board/University with at least 50% marks or equivalent GPA in aggregate.

AGE: 17–25 years on 1st July 2026

Bachelor of Technology in Food Technology

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Subject Test – Chemistry (306)

2. Subject Test – Mathematics (319)

3. Subject Test – Physics (322)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Same eligibility as Serial No. 7.

AGE: 17–25 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Fashion Technology & Apparel Designing

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Language Test – English (101) or Hindi (102)

2. General Aptitude Test (501)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream or a level 4 NSQF certificate with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Modern Office Management

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Language Test – English (101) or Hindi (102)

2. General Aptitude Test (501)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Same eligibility as Serial No. 9.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Food Processing & Management

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

Option 1:

1. Chemistry (306)

2. Mathematics (319)

3. Physics (322)

OR 

Option 2:

1. Biology/Biotech/Biochem (304)

2. Chemistry (306)

3. Physics (322)

OR Option 3:

1. Agriculture (302)

2. Biology/Biotech/Biochem (304)

3. Chemistry (306)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 in Science or a level 4 NSQF certificate or equivalent with at least 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Hospitality & Tourism Management

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Language Test – English (101) or Hindi (102)

2. General Aptitude Test (501)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 or equivalent or a level 4 NSQF certificate with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Medical Lab Technology

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Language Test – English (101) or Hindi (102)

2. Biology/Biotech/Biochem (304)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 in Science or a level 4 NSQF certificate with at least 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Vocation in Retail & Logistics Management

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Language Test – English (101) or Hindi (102)

2. General Aptitude Test (501)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 or equivalent or a level 4 NSQF certificate with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Applied Arts / Painting / Textile Design / Plastic Arts)

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Fine Arts / Visual Arts (312)

Note: Final admission includes CUET + Practical test (BHU).

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Performing Arts (Vocal/Instrumental/Tabla/Dance)

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Performing Arts (320)

Note: Final admission includes CUET + Practical test (BHU).

BHU Programme Eligibility

The applicant should have Passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and as one of the concerned subjects with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate in Practical Examination of Music/Dance.

Shastri (Hons.) in Veda / Vyakarna / Sahitya / Jyotish / Vaidik Darshan / Dharmasastra & Mimansa / Jain-Buddha Darshan

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Sanskrit (325)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed Madhyama/Uttar Madhyama/Upa Shastri/Intermediate/10+2 with a minimum 50% aggregate; Sanskrit must be one of the subjects and passed. OR

 A 1-year Sanskrit certificate course (BHU) + 10+2 with 50%.

AGE: Not more than 22 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Technology (Radiotherapy)

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

Option 1:

1. Chemistry (306)

2. Mathematics (319)

3. Physics (322)

OR Option 2:

1. Biology/Biotech/Biochem (304)

2. Chemistry (306)

3. Physics (322)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics/Biology.

AGE: Not more than 23 years on 1st July 2026.

Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology

CUET Subjects candidates should appear for

1. Biology/Biotech/Biochem (304)

2. Chemistry (306)

3. Physics (322)

BHU Programme Eligibility

Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks in Physics, Chemistry and Biology.

AGE: Not more than 23 years on 1st July 2026.

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Conclusion

To conclude, BHU provides a golden chance for all CUET 2026 qualifiers to study there with its various UG courses ranging from BSc (Hons), BTech, BVoc, BFA, BPA, and Shastri (Hons). The institute is one of the top choices of aspirants who want to pursue an undergraduate degree in the mentioned programmes, as it has the NIRF Rank 6 in 2025. To get admission to the institution's UG courses, candidates need to fulfil the CUET 2026 eligibility criteria and BHU course-specific eligibility criteria, crack the exam, and then proceed with the BHU UG Counselling.