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Banaras Hindu University
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Banaras Hindu University

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh est. 1916 · 110 years old Central Government

Banaras Hindu University (BHU), formerly Benares Hindu University, is a collegiate, central, and research university located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India, and founded in 1916. It is ranked amongst the most prestigious universities of the country. The university incorporated the Central Hindu College, which had been founded by…

Official record

AISHE / reference code
UP-D89EC8
Institution type
University
Affiliation / status
Central University
Year of establishment
1916
District
Varanasi

Accreditation & rankings

Regulatory approval
Central university, UGC recognised under Section 2(f) and 12(B)
NAAC grade
NIRF rank
NBA accredited programmes

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Academics indicative

Degree levels
Undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil. & Ph.D.
Streams / faculties
Multiple faculties
Entrance route
CUET / university entrance
Notable programmes
Approximate annual intake
Medium of instruction

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Facts & figures Wikidata

1916-02-04founded
Motto
Parent body
Wikidata entity
Q806116

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Campus & facilities

Student intake
Co-educational
Setting
Urban
Campus area
Hostel
Library
Laboratories
Sports facilities
Accessibility

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