About Banaras Hindu University Recruitment 2026
Banaras Hindu University has officially announced the recruitment process for BHU Post Graduate Entrance Admission Test PET 2018. Selected candidates will be posted across Exam centers across India: Allahabad, Varanasi, Mirzapur, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Kolkata, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi, Jaipur, Bhopal.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. According to the notification, applications begin on 22/01/2018.
Key highlights: the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aacharya in Various Stream | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Bengali, English, Hindi, Kannada, Urdu, Sanskrit, Ancient Indian History, Archaeology, Philosophy, Geography, Statistics, Home Science, Mathematics | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with one of the subjects in B.A. Level | โ |
| MA in Linguistics | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Nepali | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Arabic, French, German, Marathi, Persian, Russian, Chinese, Telugu | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with PG Diploma/Advanced Diploma in Related Subject | โ |
| MA in Indian Philosophy and Religion (IPR) | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in History of Art | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Pali | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Economics, History, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Com | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with Commerce | โ |
| M.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Statistics, Psychology, Home Science | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with one of the subjects in Graduation Level | โ |
| M.Sc. in Biochemistry | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with one of the subjects in Graduation Level | โ |
| M.Sc. in Molecular & Human Genetics | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks or MBBS/B.Pharma | โ |
| M.Sc. (Tech.) in Geophysics | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Sc. Geology | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Sc. in Health Statistics | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Sc. Agriculture or Other AG Streams | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with one of the subjects in Graduation Level | โ |
| M.F.A. in Painting, Applied Arts, Plastic Arts, Pottery & Ceramics, Textile Design | โ | Passed B.F.A. in the subject concerned (10+2+4 pattern or 10+5 pattern) with 50% Marks | โ |
| MPA in Musicology | โ | Graduation in Related Stream with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Ed. 2 Years | โ | Graduate Degree with B.Ed with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.Ed. Special 1 Year | โ | Graduate Degree with B.Ed Special with 50% Marks | โ |
| MA in Mass Communication | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
| M.P.Ed. | โ | B.P.Ed Degree with 50% Marks | โ |
| LLM | โ | LLB Law Degree with 50% Marks | โ |
| MCA | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks with Mathematics Subject in Intermediate Level | โ |
| MBA | โ | Passed/Appearing 10+2+3 with 50% Marks | โ |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 22/01/2018 |
| Last Date Apply Online | 28/02/2018 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 28/02/2018 |
| Exam Start Date | 16/05/2017 |
| Exam End Date | 30/05/2017 |
Application Fee
| General | 500/- |
| OBC | 500/- |
| SC | 250/- |
| ST | 250/- |
| Add-On / Course / General | 200/- |
| Add-On / Course / OBC | 200/- |
| Add-On / Course / SC | 100/- |
| Add-On / Course / ST | 100/- |
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Varies by course. Generally, candidates must have passed/appearing in 10+2+3 with 50% marks. Specific qualifications are mentioned for each course.
Selection Process
Written Entrance Exam
Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Banaras Hindu University โ https://www.bhu.ac.in/.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for BHU Post Graduate Entrance Admission Test PET 2018.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply online for BHU PET 2018?
The last date to apply online is 28 February 2018.
What is the application fee for General category candidates?
The application fee for General category candidates is INR 500/-.
What is the application fee for SC/ST category candidates?
The application fee for SC/ST category candidates is INR 250/-.
What is the eligibility criteria for MA in Economics?
Candidates must have passed/appearing in 10+2+3 with 50% marks.
What is the exam mode for BHU PET 2018?
The exam mode is offline (pen and paper-based).
What are the exam dates for BHU PET 2018?
The exam is scheduled from 16 May 2017 to 30 May 2017.
Where can I pay the application fee?
The application fee can be paid online via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking, or offline through E Challan at HDFC Bank.
What documents are required to apply for BHU PET 2018?
Required documents include passport-sized photograph, signature, 10th and 12th marksheets, graduation marksheets, caste certificate (if applicable), PwD certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate (if applicable), income certificate (if applicable), migration certificate, and transfer certificate.
Is there any age relaxation for reserved category candidates?
The notification does not mention any age relaxation for reserved category candidates.
What is the eligibility for M.Sc. in Molecular & Human Genetics?
Candidates must have passed/appearing in 10+2+3 with 50% marks or MBBS/B.Pharma.
What is the eligibility for M.F.A. in Painting?
Candidates must have passed B.F.A. in the subject concerned (10+2+4 pattern or 10+5 pattern) with 50% marks.
What is the eligibility for M.Ed. 2 Years?
Candidates must have a graduate degree with B.Ed with 50% marks.
What is the eligibility for MBA?
Candidates must have passed/appearing in 10+2+3 with 50% marks.
What is the eligibility for MCA?
Candidates must have passed/appearing in 10+2+3 with 50% marks with Mathematics as a subject in Intermediate Level.
Where are the exam centers located for BHU PET 2018?
Exam centers are located in Allahabad, Varanasi, Mirzapur, Gorakhpur, Lucknow, Kolkata, New Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kochi, Jaipur, and Bhopal.