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Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has released the Ph.D. Admission Information Bulletin for the 2026-27 session. Candidates who want to do research in Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Medicine, Agriculture and other subjects can apply online. The last date to submit the application form is 21 October 2026. The university will take admissions through three modes: JRF, NET and Direct. In this article, we have explained the seats, application fee, eligibility, selection process, stipend and documents.
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Admission 2026 Notification
BHU has published the Ph.D. admission bulletin for the 2026-27 session on its official admission website. The bulletin has two parts. Section A explains the rules for admission, merit, interview, seat allocation and fee. Section B lists the 16 faculty advertisements, with subject-wise qualifications and seat details. Candidates should read both sections fully before filling in the form, because a wrong entry can cancel their candidature.
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Admission 2026: Overview
The table below gives a quick look at the BHU Ph.D. admission 2026.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| University Name | Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi |
| Programme | Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy / Vidyāvāridhi) |
| Session | 2026-27 |
| Admission Modes | JRF Mode, NET Mode, Direct Mode |
| Total Seats | 1,547 (across 16 faculties) |
| Application Mode | Online only |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 October 2026 |
| Official Website | www.bhuonline.in |
| Help Email | phdadmission@bhu.ac.in |
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Seats
BHU has announced 1,547 Ph.D. seats for the 2026-27 session, as per the seat matrix in the bulletin. These seats are spread over 16 faculties.
| Faculty | Seats |
|---|---|
| Faculty of Agricultural Sciences | 97 |
| Faculty of Arts | 217 |
| Faculty of Ayurveda | 160 |
| Faculty of Commerce | 12 |
| Faculty of Dental Sciences | 44 |
| Faculty of Education | 13 |
| Faculty of Environment and Sustainable Development | 11 |
| Faculty of Law | 32 |
| Faculty of Management Studies | 32 |
| Faculty of Medicine | 282 |
| Faculty of Performing Arts | 47 |
| Faculty of Sanskrit Vidya Dharm Vigyan | 63 |
| Faculty of Science | 388 |
| Faculty of Social Science | 78 |
| Faculty of Veterinary and Animal Sciences | 43 |
| Faculty of Visual Arts | 28 |
| Total | 1,547 |
Reservation: SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC (NCL) 27%, EWS 10%, and 5% horizontal reservation for PwBD.
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Admission 2026 Apply Link
The apply link for BHU Ph.D. admission 2026 is active on the university’s online admission portal. Candidates need to register first and then fill in the application form from their own login. They should keep the login details safe, as all later updates, the call letter and the admission offer will come on the same portal. Please complete the form well before 21 October 2026 to avoid last-minute server problems.
Steps to Apply for BHU Ph.D. Admission 2026
The application process for BHU Ph.D. admission 2026 is fully online and has a few simple steps.
- Visit the BHU admission website (www.bhuonline.in) or open the apply link given above.
- Register yourself. Login details will come to your registered email ID.
- Log in to your admission portal and open the Ph.D. application form.
- Select the mode of admission (JRF, NET or Direct).
- Choose your subject and up to five Operational Units (departments, centres or schools) where you want to apply.
- Select your preferred location, such as Department, MMV, RGSC or colleges, if seats are available there.
- Fill in the personal, academic and NET/JRF/GATE score details correctly.
- Upload the required documents, including the category certificate if you claim reservation.
- Pay the application fee online by credit or debit card.
- Submit the form and save a copy for future use.
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Application Fees
| Category | Application Fee (JRF and NET Mode) |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | Rs. 600 |
| SC / ST / PwBD | Rs. 300 |
Banaras Hindu University Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
To apply for BHU Ph.D. admission 2026, a candidate must have the required post graduate degree in a subject listed in Section B of the bulletin. A valid score in a national-level test is also needed, as per the admission mode.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Post graduate degree in the subject mentioned for the department in Section B |
| Minimum Marks | 55% in aggregate (60% for Faculty of Management Studies) |
| Relaxation | 5% for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwBD |
| JRF Mode | Valid JRF of UGC/CSIR, ICMR, DBT or other national agency (not expired on the date of application) |
| NET Mode | Valid UGC/CSIR NET score (result not older than one year) or GATE 2026 score; ICAR-SRF (Ph.D.) 2026 for Institute of Agricultural Sciences |
| Not Eligible | Candidates with a DST-INSPIRE fellowship cannot apply in any mode |
| Direct Mode | For certain cases such as renowned Ph.D. scholarship holders, senior officials, project staff, BHU employees and PG medical degree holders |
Important Dates
The last date to apply online for BHU Ph.D. admission 2026 is 21 October 2026. The bulletin says the full schedule will be published separately on the university website. This includes the dates for document verification, interview, result and admission offer. Candidates should check the official website and their portal regularly, as the university will not be responsible for missed updates.
BHU Ph.D. Selection Process
The selection for BHU Ph.D. admission is based on merit, and the method depends on the admission mode. Every candidate has to appear in person for the interview.
- JRF and Direct Mode: Merit is made fully on interview marks (100% weightage).
- NET Mode: Total score of 100, with 70% weightage to the percentile in UGC/CSIR NET, ICAR-SRF or GATE, and 30% weightage to the interview percentile.
- Candidates called for interview (NET mode): Ten candidates per advertised seat, in order of merit. A department can call up to 15 per seat with approval of the university board.
- JRF mode: All eligible candidates are called for the interview.
- Tie-break: If two candidates have the same score, the older candidate gets the higher rank.
- Seat allotment: A candidate who gets offers from more than one department or location must pay the fee for the preferred one. The other offers are then cancelled automatically.
BHU Ph.D. Stipend
The bulletin does not mention a fixed monthly stipend amount for Ph.D. scholars. It explains that JRF holders receive their fellowship from the agency that awarded it, such as UGC or CSIR. The JRF must be valid on the date of application, but the university does not take responsibility for fellowship payment if the JRF validity ends before admission. Candidates should settle such matters directly with the funding agency.
- Full-time scholars may become eligible for the BHU Research Fellowship as per university rules.
- Candidates working in an externally funded project become eligible for BHU Research Fellowship only after leaving or finishing the project.
- Hostel is given subject to availability. Part-time scholars are not eligible for a hostel.
Documents Required for BHU Ph.D. Admission
Keep all documents ready in scanned form before starting the application.
- Post graduate degree and marksheets (both sides of the grade sheet if it shows the percentage conversion)
- Grade conversion certificate from the institution, if the marksheet shows only grades
- UGC/CSIR NET, JRF, GATE 2026 or ICAR-SRF score card or certificate
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS) in the candidate’s own name. OBC-NCL and EWS certificates must be issued after 31 March 2026
- Disability certificate in the prescribed format from the CMO, Civil Surgeon or Medical Superintendent of a government health institution (for PwBD candidates)
- NOC and work experience certificate in the prescribed proforma (for senior officials applying under Direct Mode)
- Fee payment receipt and application form copy
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