BHU B.Tech: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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Banaras Hindu University offers B.Tech in two programs under the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences: Food Technology (INR 4,80,000 total, 30 seats) and Dairy Technology (INR 3,20,000 total, 30 seats). Both are 4-year full-time programs with admission through CUET-UG. BHU’s Faculty of Agricultural Sciences is NIRF ranked 4th in Agriculture (2025), making these among India’s top food and dairy technology B.Tech degrees at a central university.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Round 2 seat allotment begins August 2026.


Key Points

  • BHU B.Tech Food Technology and Dairy Technology are among the very few B.Tech programs in India offered by a NIRF-ranked central university rather than a standalone institute, giving students access to BHU’s broader academic and ICAR research network.
  • Both programs include on-campus pilot-scale food processing and dairy plant training through ICAR institute tie-ins within the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences.
  • BHU B.Tech Dairy Technology graduates are eligible to appear for FSSAI Food Safety Officer recruitment examinations at both central and state levels.

BHU B.Tech Fees 2026

BHU B.Tech Food Technology uses a tiered semester structure: semesters 1 to 4 are charged at INR 80,000 each and semesters 5 to 8 at INR 40,000 each, totaling INR 4,80,000. The higher early-semester charge reflects laboratory and processing equipment costs. Dairy Technology carries a flat INR 40,000 per semester for all 8 semesters.

Course NameSeatsTotal Fees (4 Years)
B.Tech Food Technology30INR 4,80,000
B.Tech Dairy Technology30INR 3,20,000
  • Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

BHU B.Tech Admission 2026

Important Dates

EventDate
CUET-UG 2026 Application Opened3 January 2026
CUET-UG 2026 Application Closed26 February 2026
CUET-UG 2026 Exam11 May to 31 May 2026
CUET-UG 2026 Result23 June 2026
BHU CAP-UG Round 1 Allotment1 August 2026
Round 1 Fee Payment Deadline3 August 2026
BHU CAP-UG Round 2 AllotmentAugust 2026
  • Round 2 schedule to be confirmed on the BHU admission portal.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics or Agriculture from a recognized board with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST/PwD).
  • Valid CUET-UG score in Agriculture, Biology, or a relevant science domain paper is required for BHU CAP-UG registration. Check the BHU CAP-UG notification for the specific subject paper combination for each program.
  • Each of the two B.Tech programs has 30 seats. Allotment is strictly by normalized CUET-UG combined score merit.

Admission Process

  • Appear for CUET-UG 2026 in the relevant science or Agriculture domain paper. The exam was held from May 11 to May 31, 2026.
  • After CUET-UG result, register on BHU’s CAP-UG portal at bhucuet.samarth.edu.in with CUET-UG scorecard and Class 12 documents.
  • Fill programme preferences in priority order during the choice-filling window.
  • Accept the allotted seat and pay enrollment fees by the Round deadline to secure admission.
  • Report to the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences for document verification and formal enrollment.

BHU B.Tech vs Other Colleges

Here is how BHU B.Tech compares with other leading food and dairy technology institutes on fees, entrance exams, and salary.

BHU B.Tech NIFTEM Kundli B.Tech NDRI Karnal B.Tech Dairy IIFPT Thanjavur B.Tech
Fees INR 3.2 L to 4.8 L INR 7.5 L to 8 L Not Disclosed Not Disclosed
Exams CUET-UG JEE Main ICAR AIEEA JEE Main
Cutoff Not Disclosed Not Disclosed Not Disclosed Not Disclosed
Salary INR 8 LPA (Median, 2024) Not Disclosed Not Disclosed Not Disclosed
CD Rating Not Rated Not Rated Not Rated Not Rated

✓ Opt for this if

  • Want a central university B.Tech in food or dairy at lower fees than NIFTEM with NIRF rank 4 agriculture faculty and ICAR research access
  • Prefer CUET-UG over JEE Main for admission eligibility
  • Planning government employment through FSSAI or dairy cooperative recruitment after graduation

✗ Skip if

  • Need a dedicated food technology campus with larger industry networks like NIFTEM or IIFPT
  • Prefer a JEE Main-compatible peer cohort in core food engineering
  • 30-seat intake is too competitive and a larger program is preferred

BHU B.Tech Scholarships 2026

BHU B.Tech students can access merit-based and need-based scholarships at national and institute level.

ScholarshipAmountEligibility
DST-INSPIRE ScholarshipINR 80,000/yearTop 1% in Class 12 science pursuing UG technology degree
BHU Merit-cum-Means ScholarshipINR 5,000/yearTop CUET-UG scorers with family income below INR 1 lakh per year
NSP Central Sector ScholarshipINR 12,000/yearTop 20% in Class 12 with family income below INR 8 lakh per year
  • Scholarship amounts are revised annually by the awarding bodies.

BHU B.Tech Ranking

Ranking AgencyLatest
Collegedunia.com
#287 out of 500 (2026)
#11th Uttar Pradesh
The Week
#8 out of 290 (2026)
#2nd Uttar Pradesh

BHU B.Tech FAQs

Ques. Why does BHU B.Tech Food Technology have different fees in the first two years versus the last two years?

Ans. BHU B.Tech Food Technology uses a tiered semester fee structure where semesters 1 to 4 are charged at INR 80,000 each and semesters 5 to 8 at INR 40,000 each, totaling INR 4,80,000. The higher early-semester charge reflects lab setup and processing equipment costs. Dairy Technology, by contrast, carries a flat INR 40,000 per semester for all 8 semesters, totaling INR 3,20,000.

Ques. Is BHU B.Tech Food Technology better than NIFTEM Kundli for food industry jobs?

Ans. NIFTEM Kundli has 400 seats, a dedicated food technology mandate, and stronger direct industry placement networks, making it a better choice for students focused purely on food industry jobs. BHU’s advantages are its NIRF rank 4 Agriculture faculty, ICAR research linkages, and lower fees at INR 4.8 L versus NIFTEM’s INR 7.5 L to 8 L. Students targeting FSSAI posts or research roles find BHU more suitable.

Ques. Can BHU B.Tech Dairy Technology graduates apply for NDDB or AMUL recruitment?

Ans. Yes. BHU B.Tech Dairy Technology graduates are eligible for recruitment by NDDB, AMUL, state dairy cooperatives like Mother Dairy, and ICAR-NDRI. Many dairy industry employers specifically recruit from recognized dairy technology B.Tech programs. Graduates can also appear for FSSAI technical officer posts and central government dairy development roles where a B.Tech in Dairy Technology is the required qualification.

Ques. What research opportunities exist for BHU B.Tech Food and Dairy Technology students?

Ans. Students access the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences’ ICAR-funded project grants, on-campus pilot processing units, and the Rajendra Prasad Institute of Agricultural Sciences. BHU’s IoE funding enables applied research in food processing, dairy fermentation, and food safety. B.Tech students can join active faculty research projects from their third year, which is uncommon in a 4-year B.Tech at Indian central universities.

Ques. How does CUET-UG admission for BHU B.Tech compare to JEE Main at NIFTEM or IIFPT?

Ans. BHU uses CUET-UG, a domain-knowledge test, while NIFTEM and IIFPT use JEE Main, which tests engineering aptitude in Physics and Mathematics. For students strong in Biology and Agriculture rather than JEE problem-solving, CUET-UG is the more accessible route. The two paths draw different applicant profiles: BHU attracts science and agriculture backgrounds, NIFTEM and IIFPT attract engineering exam preparation pipelines.

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kajal saroj
Feb 25, 2025 16:59
Is bachelors of naturopathy and yogik science is available in BHU?? Is there any entrance exam for it please tell me
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Sweta Kumari
Feb 26, 2025 22:23

Yes, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers a Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences (BNYS) program. This is a 4.5-year undergraduate course focused on naturopathy and yoga, followed by a mandatory 1-year internship. The applicants must have qualified in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) UG, as BHU considers NEET scores for admission to this program

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mavyn mathew
Apr 11, 2023 18:06
Hello, could you please let me know when will Ph.D. admission start for Commerce?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Apr 15, 2023 17:35

BHU is yet to release the admission notice for the Ph.D in Commerce program. The admission process generally begins in the months of April and May every year. The admission notification as well as the application portal will be released on the university’s website. 

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hansika negi
Mar 30, 2023 22:35
Is bachelor of naturopathy and yogic science is available in BHU?? i want to know about that course!!!is there any entrance exam for it??
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 31, 2023 16:17

Yes, BHU offers Bachelor of Naturopathy and Yogic Science program. You can apply for admission in this program after passing Class XII examination with at least 50% marks from a recognized board taking PCB subjects. Admission is offered based on the merit of NEET followed by counseling.

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riya das
Mar 29, 2023 12:19
How do i apply for bsc nursing
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 31, 2023 16:51

The Banaras Hindu University will release the application portal on its website. You must submit your application using the online portal. You can apply for the B.Sc Nursing program if you have passed Class XII examination with at least 50% marks from a recognized board taking PCB subjects.

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riya das
Mar 29, 2023 12:18
Does we have to appear for cuet for course bsc nursing BHU
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 31, 2023 16:53

BHU does not offer admission to its B.Sc Nursing program based on CUET. Admission to this program is based on the merit of NEET UG followed by counseling.

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chitra khare
Mar 23, 2023 01:02
Can I get admission in PhD mathematics on the basis of csir net exam
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Sinbad Chongtham
Mar 23, 2023 15:29

If you have qualified for CSIR NET, you will be exempted from appearing in the BHU RET. You can directly attend the personal interview session conducted by the university. Admission will be offered based on your performance in the PI.

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aditi bhartiya
Sep 30, 2022 17:37

Does BHU provide MA in Psychology? If not then how to do specialization?

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Ashish Ramtari
Oct 1, 2022 09:11

Yes, Banaras Hindu University MA Psychology to the students. The total fee of the course is INR 8,290. Admission to the course is based on CUET PG examination scores.

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phuntsok dolma
Sep 30, 2022 14:09
how do I apply for BNYS course in BHU?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Sep 30, 2022 15:45

To apply for admission in the BNYS program of BHU, you must have passed Class XII examination in Science stream from a recognized board. Admission will be granted based on the merit of CUET UG followed by counseling. If you have taken CUET UG 2022, you can register and participate in the counseling.

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shashi verma
Sep 27, 2022 21:21
I want to get admission in Bsc (statistics).. plz guide me with the procedure
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Sinbad Chongtham
Sep 30, 2022 15:52

The Banaras Hindu University does not offer B.Sc Statistics program. The university offers Statisctics program only at the PG and Doctoral levels. 

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novoneel chakraborty
Sep 7, 2022 01:34
About the placements after msc agronomy please it's urgent?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Sep 7, 2022 17:04

BHU offers good placement opportunities for its students including M.Sc Agronomy students. The placement cell of the university organizes placement programs from time to time in which reputed companies participate and offers exciting packages. You can check the placement statistics of the university from BHU Placements.

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priyanshu yadav
Sep 6, 2022 12:35
I want to get admission in B pharmacy in bhu how I can apply please help me Currently in Maharashtra
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Sinbad Chongtham
Sep 7, 2022 17:12

To get admission in the B.Pharma course you must have passed Class XII examination from a recognized board with at least 50% marks taking English and PCB subjects. Admission is granted now based on CUET UG.

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sakshi
Aug 17, 2022 23:05
is bhu offers correspondence study for bsc Hons in mathematics
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Ashish Ramtari
Aug 20, 2022 13:54

Banaras Hindu University does not offer any distance education courses including B.Sc. Honours to the students. The university offers B.Sc. Honours in Mathematics in regular mode.

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milind singh patel
Aug 4, 2022 18:51
taken phd in library information science
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Mudit Mann
Aug 5, 2022 10:09

If you want to take admission in Ph.D. in library and information science then you must have a master's degree with a minimum of 55% marks from a recognized university. Admission will be done through an entrance examination. 
 

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shilpa pandey
Jul 26, 2022 11:59
Which exam should I give for admission in BEd maths ....can u please help me to find out the colleges name who conduct one year BEd course.
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Sinbad Chongtham
Jul 27, 2022 16:50

To get admission to the B.Ed courses of BHU you must take CUET PG. Admission will be granted based on the merit of CUET PG and personal interview. The duration of the B.Ed program of BHU is two years. Also the general duration of B.Ed courses is two years.

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smriti
Jul 23, 2022 23:44
Can anyone get phd admission in Bhu without filling its phd entrance exam form , on the basis of Csir net exam?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Jul 27, 2022 17:07

Yes, if you have qualified for CSIR NET exam, you will be exempted from appearing in the BHU RET. However, you must have to go through the personal interview. You can read more about the admission procedure from Ph.D Admission at BHU.

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jyoti
Jul 14, 2022 12:30
I want to take admission to my daughter in Ph.d. Botany. please guide.
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Sinbad Chongtham
Jul 14, 2022 16:21

To get admission to Ph.D courses of BHU you must have a master’s degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks. Admission is based on BHU RET scores and personal interview.

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parvathy a
Jul 1, 2022 20:41
Is there any entrance exam for admission to MSc Geophysics in BHU?????
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Ashish Ramtari
Jul 6, 2022 11:27

You need to appear for the CUET PG examination and have to pass it with valid scores for taking admission to Banaras Hindu University M.Sc. Geophysics. Read Also: Banaras Hindu University Admission 2022

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priyanshu kumar
Jun 30, 2022 14:56
Sir does BHU offer ba honrs. In sociology.
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Ashish Ramtari
Jul 6, 2022 11:35

Banaras Hindu University does not offer BA Honors in Sociology. Instead of this course, the university offers BA Honors in Social Sciences. Admission to the course is done on the basis of the CUET UG examination.

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juri rabha
Jun 20, 2022 16:38
Hello, I want to take admission for the course of PG in Psychology in BHU. Can you let me know the eligibility criteria ?
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Jaspreet Kaur
Jun 22, 2022 02:44

The minimum eligibility set for the Masters of Science (M.Sc) in Psychology requires one to have a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology or any other equivalent degree in psychology from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. 

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parul kain
Jun 14, 2022 03:29
I want to take admission in msc environmental sciences. What is the eligiblity criteria
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Jaspreet Kaur
Jun 22, 2022 01:40

The minimum eligibility set for the Master of Science [M.Sc] in Environmental Science requires one to have a bachelor’s degree in science from a recognized university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks for the general category and 45% aggregate marks for the reserved category.