Private
Deemed University · Est. 1969
Christ University
Bengaluru, Karnataka
Christ University
- Indicative fee / yr
- ₹1.5L – ₹3.5L
- Entrance
- Own process
- Commerce
- Management
- Arts & Humanities
- +2
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GovernmentCentral University
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi, Uttar PradeshEst. 1916Central University — awards its own degrees
- Established
- 1916
- Type
- Government · Central University
- University / affiliation
- Central University — awards its own degrees
- Recognition
- NAAC accredited, Institution of Eminence
- Ranking reference
- Among India's top universities in NIRF
- Indicative fee / year
- ₹5K – ₹50K
- Hostel
- Available
- Entrance exams
- CUET-UG, NEET-UG
About BHU
BHU is one of India's largest residential universities, offering programmes from humanities to medicine at central-university fees.
Why students consider it
- Multidisciplinary choice on one campus
- Low fees
- Historic institution
Courses & fees
Flagship programmes and indicative annual fees.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Indicative fee |
|---|---|---|---|
BA (Hons.) | Undergraduate | 3–4 years | Low — central university fee |
B.Sc (Hons.) | Undergraduate | 3–4 years | Check official site |
B.Com (Hons.) | Undergraduate | 3–4 years | Check official site |
MBBS (Institute of Medical Sciences) | Undergraduate | 5.5 years incl. internship | Check official site |
LLB | Undergraduate | 3 years | Check official site |
MBA | Postgraduate | 2 years | Check official site |
BA (Hons.)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3–4 years
- Fee
- Low — central university fee
B.Sc (Hons.)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3–4 years
- Fee
- See official site
B.Com (Hons.)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3–4 years
- Fee
- See official site
MBBS (Institute of Medical Sciences)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 5.5 years incl. internship
- Fee
- See official site
LLB
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Fee
- See official site
MBA
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Fee
- See official site
Varies by faculty. Indicative figures from recent academic years — verify with the official college before applying.
Admission
Typical eligibility, entrance exams and how admission works.
Typical eligibility
- UG: Class 12 with programme-specific subjects and a CUET-UG score
- MBBS: a valid NEET-UG rank
Admission process
- 1Appear for CUET-UG (or NEET-UG for MBBS)
- 2Register on BHU's admission portal and choose programmes
- 3Seat allocation through BHU counselling rounds
- 4Document verification and fee payment
Entrance exams
BHU runs its own counselling after CUET/NEET results.
Scholarships & hostel
Scholarships & financial aid
- Central scholarships
- University merit scholarships
Hostel available
One of the largest residential university campuses in Asia.
Campus & student life
About 1,300 acres (main campus)
A vast, green campus founded by Madan Mohan Malaviya in Varanasi.
A traditional, residential university culture with events across every faculty.
Facilities
- Central library
- Hospital (Sir Sunderlal)
- Hostels
- Sports complex
- Temple
Placements & outcomes
Placement varies widely by faculty; many graduates pursue PG study, research and government exams.
Outcomes vary by programme and individual. Refer to the institution's official reports.
Important links
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Questions families ask
Quick answers about fees, admission and life at BHU. Always confirm details with the official institution.
The indicative annual fee for the main programme is ₹5K – ₹50K. Varies by faculty. Indicative figures from recent academic years — verify with the official college before applying.
BHU admits students through CUET-UG, NEET-UG, depending on the programme. BHU runs its own counselling after CUET/NEET results.
UG: Class 12 with programme-specific subjects and a CUET-UG score. MBBS: a valid NEET-UG rank. Criteria can change each year, so check the official prospectus.
Yes. One of the largest residential university campuses in Asia.
Options include: Central scholarships; University merit scholarships.
That depends on the student's interests, likely exam performance, budget and career goals. A counsellor can compare it with realistic alternatives and help you build a balanced shortlist.
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