In BHU, the Faculty of Arts is the oldest and largest faculty. It occupies a unique position in the history of Banaras Hindu University. Earlier it was known as the Central Hindu College. It was established in 1898 by Dr. (Mrs.) Annie Besant and became the nucleus from which the Banaras Hindu University grew after its establishment in 1916 by Mahamana Pt. Madan Mohan Malviya. It is also popularly known as the “Mother Faculty” out of which many other faculties and departments of the university grew out.

1. General Courses (UG)

Course NameB. A. (Hons.) Arts
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code131
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent Examination securing a minimum of 50% marks in the aggregate.
AgeNot to be more than 22 years on 1st July 2021 (applicant should be born on or after 2ndJuly of 1999).
No. of SeatsFaculty of Arts (765 M&F ); MMV (286 F); AMPGC (383 F); VKM (298 F); VCW (412 F); DAVPGC (309 M&F).

2. Professional Course (UG)

Course NameB.P.Ed. (Bachelor of Physical Education)
Duration4 Semesters (2 Year)
Course Code152
Minimum Eligibility(a) Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 50% marks and having at least participation in the Inter-College/Inter-Zonal/District/School competition in Sports and games as recognized by the AIU/IOA/SGFI/Govt. of India or (b) Bachelor Degree in Physical Education with 45% marks or © Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with 45% marks and studied Physical Education as compulsory/elective subject or (d) Bachelor’s Degree with 45% marks and having participated in National or State or Inter-University competition or secured 1st, 2nd or 3rd position in Inter College/Inter-Zonal/District/School competition in Sports and games as recognized by the AIU/IOA/SGFI/Govt. of India or (e) Bachelor’s Degree with participation in International competitions or secured 1st, 2nd or 3rd position in National/Inter-University competition in sports and games as recognized by respective federations/ AIU/ IOA/SGFI/Govt. of India or (f) Graduation with 45% marks and at least three years of teaching experience (for deputed in service candidates, i.e., trained physical education teachers/coaches)
AgeNot to be more than 25 years on 1st July 2021 (applicant should be born on or after 2ndJuly of 1996); and Candidates shortlisted for Physical Fitness Test of B.P.Ed. would be required to produce the highest sports participation certificate, if any.
No. of Seats62 Seats (M & F).

3. Vocational Course (UG)

(a)

Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Catering Technology and Hotel Management
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code188
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream or level 4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62

(b)

Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Tourism & Hospitality Management
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code188
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream or level 4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62

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Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Banking, Insurance and Retailing
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code188
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent, in any streamorlevel4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62

(d)

Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Hospital Administration and Management
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code189
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent, in any streamorlevel4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62

(e)

Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Agribusiness & Entrepreneurship
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code189
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent, in any streamorlevel4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62

(f)

Course NameBachelor of Vocation in Computer Applications
Duration6 Semesters (3 Years)
Course Code194
Minimum EligibilityPassed 10+2 or equivalent in any stream or level 4 NSQF certificate or any other equivalent examination recognized by the University securing at least 50% marks in aggregate.
No. of Seats62