B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU: overview
BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, offers B.A. (Hons.) in Arts as a 3-year undergraduate degree. There are 765 seats in each batch. Fees for the full course come to ₹11,892 (roughly ₹4,000 a year).
BHU is a other institute, founded in 1916. This page brings together what is on record for this course at BHU — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.
B.A. (Hons.) in Arts fees at BHU
The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total course fee | ₹11,892 |
| Approximate cost per year | ₹4,000 |
Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with BHU before you pay anything.
B.A. (Hons.) in Arts eligibility
To get into B.A. (Hons.) in Arts, you usually need Class 12 from a recognised board. The minimum marks on record at BHU are: X: 0.0, XII: 50.0, Graduation: 0.0.
Admission to this kind of course is usually on merit in the qualifying exam. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check BHU's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.
How to get admission to B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU
In most years, admission follows these steps:
- Check that you meet the eligibility above.
- Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
- Apply to BHU on its website (www.bhu.ac.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
- Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.
B.A. (Hons.) in Arts placements at BHU
The most recent placement data we hold (2024) show an average package of ₹11.1 lakh and a highest package of ₹23.5 lakh at BHU. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.
For B.A. (Hons.) in Arts specifically, the average salary on record is ₹8 lakh a year.
Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.
Other BA specialisations at BHU
BHU runs 3 BA specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:
Is B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU right for you?
Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:
- Do the subjects of B.A. (Hons.) in Arts genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
- Can you manage ₹11,892 over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
- Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
- How does BHU compare with other colleges offering BA in and around Varanasi?
B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU: FAQs
What is the fee for B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU?
The total fee on record for B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is ₹11,892, about ₹4,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.
How long is B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU?
B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.
How many seats are there in B.A. (Hons.) in Arts at BHU?
BHU (Banaras Hindu University) has 765 seats in B.A. (Hons.) in Arts each year.
What is the eligibility for B.A. (Hons.) in Arts?
You usually need Class 12 from a recognised board. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.
What are the placements like at BHU?
In 2024, BHU recorded an average package of ₹11.1 lakh and a highest package of ₹23.5 lakh. These are college-wide figures.
Which other BA specialisations does BHU offer?
Besides B.A. (Hons.) in Arts, BHU offers B.A. (Hons.) in Shastri and B.A. (Hons.) in Social Sciences.
Is BHU a government or private college?
BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is a other institute, founded in 1916, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.