Banaras Hindu University
(BHU)Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1916
Campus Size
1300.00 Acres
Total Students
30,000
Faculty
2,000
Student-Faculty
15:1
Affordable Fee Structure for Government-Funded University Programs at BHU
Fee Structure - Banaras Hindu University
BHU offers highly subsidized education as a central university, with fees varying significantly across its constituent units - IIT-BHU has separate (higher) fees, IMS-BHU follows medical college norms, and main campus programs are extremely affordable. BHU's on-campus hostel system accommodates 15,000+ students at nominal rates.
Main Campus Fee Structure (2024-25)
| Program | Annual Fee | Total Duration Fee | Faculty |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. / B.A. (Hons) | ₹2,000-3,500 | ₹6,000-10,500 (3 years) | Arts |
| B.Com / B.Com (Hons) | ₹2,500-4,000 | ₹7,500-12,000 (3 years) | Commerce |
| B.Sc. / B.Sc. (Hons) | ₹3,000-5,000 | ₹9,000-15,000 (3 years) | Science |
| LLB | ₹5,000-8,000 | ₹15,000-24,000 (3 years) | Law |
| MBA (FMS-BHU) | ₹30,000-40,000 | ₹60,000-80,000 (2 years) | Management Studies |
| M.A. / M.Sc. | ₹2,000-4,000 | ₹4,000-8,000 (2 years) | All faculties |
IIT-BHU Fee Structure
| Program | Annual Tuition | Annual Total (incl. hostel) | Total 4-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (General) | ₹2.24 Lakh | ₹2.80-3.10 Lakh | ₹11.20-12.40 Lakh |
| B.Tech (SC/ST) | ₹0 (tuition waiver) | ₹60,000-80,000 | ₹2.40-3.20 Lakh |
| B.Tech (EWS) | ₹0 (tuition waiver) | ₹60,000-80,000 | ₹2.40-3.20 Lakh |
| IDD (5-year Dual) | ₹2.24 Lakh | ₹2.80-3.10 Lakh | ₹14.00-15.50 Lakh |
IMS-BHU (Medical) Fee Structure
| Program | Annual Fee | Total Fee | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBBS | ₹24,370 | ₹1.34 Lakh (5.5 years) | Among cheapest MBBS in India |
| MD/MS | ₹30,000-40,000 | ₹90,000-1.20 Lakh (3 years) | No bond requirement |
| BDS | ₹20,000-25,000 | ₹1.00-1.25 Lakh (5 years) | Limited seats |
Hostel & Living Costs
| Expense | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Hostel Room | ₹200-500 (nominal) | ₹2,400-6,000 |
| Mess Fee | ₹2,500-3,500 | ₹30,000-42,000 |
| Varanasi Living Expenses | ₹1,500-3,000 | ₹18,000-36,000 |
| Total On-Campus | ₹4,200-7,000/month | ₹50,000-84,000/year |
BHU's Varanasi location means significantly lower living costs than Delhi, Mumbai, or Bangalore. A complete B.A. degree costs under ₹3 Lakh including living - comparable to a single semester at many private universities. IIT-BHU's ₹12 Lakh total cost for B.Tech is the same as other IITs but delivers placement outcomes (₹21.82 LPA average) that provide 18× return on investment.
Fees Structure at BHU
Lowest Fees
₹12,000
Highest Fees
₹300,000
Courses with Fees
20
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (Approx) | Fee Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
|
M.Tech Full Time |
2 Years | ₹100,000 | - |
|
MBBS Full Time |
5 Years | ₹149,000 | - |
|
BDS Full Time |
5 Years | ₹167,000 | - |
|
BAMS Full Time |
5 Years | ₹124,000 | - |
|
B.Sc Nursing Full Time |
4 Years | ₹52,730 | - |
|
MBA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹220,000 | - |
|
BA LLB Full Time |
5 Years | ₹300,000 | - |
|
LLM Full Time |
2 Years | ₹15,000 | - |
|
B.Sc Full Time |
4 Years | ₹48,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Full Time |
2 Years | ₹16,000 | - |
|
B.Com Full Time |
3 Years | ₹28,000 | - |
|
M.Com Full Time |
2 Years | ₹12,000 | - |
|
BA Full Time |
4 Years | ₹28,000 | - |
|
MA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹12,000 | - |
|
BFA Full Time |
4 Years | ₹32,000 | - |
|
MFA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹25,000 | - |
|
B.Sc Agriculture Full Time |
4 Years | ₹60,000 | - |
|
B.Pharm Full Time |
4 Years | ₹23,000 | - |
|
M.Pharm Full Time |
2 Years | ₹16,000 | - |
|
PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹12,600 | - |