Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU: overview

BHU, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, offers Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) as a 3-year undergraduate degree. There are 96 seats in each batch. Fees for the full course come to ₹6,246 (roughly ₹2,000 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.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) fees at BHU

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹6,246
Approximate cost per year₹2,000

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.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) eligibility

To get into Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), 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 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Keep your qualifying-exam marksheet ready; seats are filled on merit.
  3. 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.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) 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 Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) 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.

Is Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹6,246 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 BFA in and around Varanasi?

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU: FAQs

What is the fee for Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU?

The total fee on record for Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is ₹6,246, about ₹2,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU?

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

How many seats are there in Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) at BHU?

BHU (Banaras Hindu University) has 96 seats in Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) each year.

What is the eligibility for Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)?

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.

Is BHU a government or private college?

BHU (Banaras Hindu University) is a other institute, founded in 1916, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.