1.Introduction to BHU
- Established: 1916 by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya.
- Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
- Motto: “Knowledge imparts immortality” (विद्या अमृतम् अश्नुते).
- Status: Central University (funded by the Government of India).
- NIRF Ranking 2024:
– Overall: Top 10
– University Category: Top 5
- Campus: Asia’s largest residential university with over 1,300 acres.
2. Courses Offered
A. Undergraduate (UG)
- B.A. (Arts, Social Science, Sanskrit)
- B.Sc. (Maths, Bio, Agriculture, Computer Science, etc.)
- B.Com
- B.Tech (through IIT-BHU)
- MBBS/BDS (through NEET)
- BFA, BPA, B.Ed, B.P.Ed
B. Postgraduate (PG)
- M.A., M.Sc., M.Com.
- MBA (FMS-BHU)
- M.Tech
- MD/MS (Medical)
- LLM
- MFA, MPA
C. Special Programs
- BSc (Hons) in Computer Science (very popular)
- Diploma & Certificate courses in languages, AI, ethics, etc.
- IIT-BHU offers Engineering Degrees (Autonomous but part of BHU)
3. Admission Process
UG Admission
- Entrance Exam: CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test)
- Eligibility: 12th pass with subject-specific requirements
- Counselling: CUET + BHU Counselling Portal (for final seat allocation)
PG Admission
- Entrance Exam: CUET PG
- Other Exams: NEET, CAT (MBA), GATE (M.Tech)
4. Campus Life
Hostels
- 65+ hostels for boys and girls
- 24×7 security, Wi-Fi, mess facilities
- Allotted based on merit and availability
Facilities
- Library (Central + Dept. wise)
- Internet via BHU-NIC network
- Hospitals (Sir Sunderlal Hospital)
- Sports Complex, Gym, Stadiums
- Cafeterias, Banks, ATMs
- Bharat Kala Bhavan (Art Museum)
Fests and Events
- Kashi Yatra: Tech + Cultural fest
- Spandan: Medical College Fest
- Sanskriti: Inter-faculty fest
5. Academic Strength
- Highly qualified faculty from across India and abroad.
- Active research in science, humanities, AI, agriculture, and Sanskrit.
- Collaboration with international institutions.
- NAAC Accreditation: A++ Grade
6. Placement and Career
- BHU Placement Cell: Assists in internships, job offers
- Top Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, Wipro, DRDO, BARC, ICICI Bank, etc.
- Package:
- General UG: ₹3–7 LPA average
- CS/Tech Courses: ₹8–15 LPA (some > ₹20 LPA)
- MBA (FMS BHU): Avg ₹9–12 LPA
- Alumni Network: Strong global presence in tech, civil services, politics
7. Why Choose BHU?
- A blend of modern education + ancient Indian values
- Top-tier faculty and research ecosystem
- Affordable and quality education
- Historic and spiritual vibe of Kashi/Varanasi
- Safe and inclusive campus for students of all backgrounds
8. Campus Map & Location
- Main Campus: Near Lanka Gate, Varanasi
- South Campus (RGSC): Mirzapur, with agriculture, environment, and rural development focus
9. Official Resources
- Website: http://www.bhu.ac.in
- CUET Admission Portal: https://cuet.samarth.ac.in
- Placement Cell: http://placement.bhu.ac.in