Banaras Hindu University — Psychology
Banaras Hindu University · Department of Psychology
B.A. (Hons.) Psychology at Banaras Hindu University — CUET (UG) based admission to one of India's premier residential universities.
About BHU
BHU UET 2024 is the entrance test for undergraduate programmes at Banaras Hindu University, renowned for its rich history since 1916. Successful performance in this exam opens doors to various programmes in arts, sciences, and commerce.
Since 1916, Banaras Hindu University has been celebrated for its illustrious history. As of 2022, admission criteria have transitioned to include performance in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), managed by the National Testing Agency (NTA).
Course(s) Offered
- B.A. (Hons.) in Psychology
Eligibility
Candidates are required to attain a minimum of 50% for the general category and 45% for SC/ST. They must have studied the same subjects in Class 12 as their professional pursuit at Delhi University and be of Indian descent. Each candidate must submit three applications to Participating Universities, each with three CUET-selected curriculum options. While candidates can apply for CUET alongside the university's qualifying exam, they must present the passing certificate during counselling.
Admission Procedure
Selection for admission will be determined by the CUET (UG) Score.
Application Fee
| No. of Subjects | General (UR) | OBC-NCL / EWS | ST / SC / PWBD / Third gender | Centres outside India |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 3 subjects | ₹750 | ₹700 | ₹650 | ₹3,750 |
| Up to 7 subjects | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹7,500 |
| Up to 10 subjects | ₹1,750 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,550 | ₹11,000 |
This table summarizes the fee structure for CUET (UG) based on the number of subjects and various categories of candidates.
Programme Details
| Degree | Programme/Course offered | Languages mapped to the programmes | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. (Hons.) | B.A. (Hons.) Psychology | Section IA — Language Test (Hindi or English) and Section III — General Test for admission in BHU | Passed 10+2 or equivalent Examination securing a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate |
Exam Pattern
a) Section I: Language Test
- Language to be tested through Reading Comprehension — Factual, literary and narrative (Literary aptitude and vocabulary).
- Number of Questions: 40 out of 50 questions to be attempted
- Exam Duration: 45 minutes for each language
b) Section III: General Test
| S.No. | Section | No. of Questions | Max. Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Knowledge, Current Affairs | 25 | 125 |
| 2 | Quantitative Aptitude (Till Grade 8) | 25 | 125 |
| 3 | Logical & Analytical Reasoning | 25 | 125 |
| Total | 75 | 375 |
- Number of Questions: 60 out of 75 questions to be attempted
- Exam Duration: 60 minutes
Fee Structure
Fees per annum: ₹7,000 approx.
Website: https://www.bhu.ac.in/Site/Page/1_168_268_Department-of-Psychology-Research
Banaras Hindu University — Psychology — FAQs
Answers to the most common questions about this course
Since 1916, Banaras Hindu University has been celebrated for its illustrious history. As of 2022, admission criteria have transitioned to include performance in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET), managed by the National Testing Agency (NTA). BHU UET has traditionally been the entrance test for undergraduate programmes at BHU.

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