BHU SET 2027: Application Form, Exam Date & Syllabus

BHU SET 2027, or Banaras Hindu University School Entrance Test, is conducted for admission to Class LKG, Nursery, I, VI & IX. This entrance exam is conducted by Banaras Hindu University at the university level once a year. The BHU SET 2027 is an OMR paper-pen mode school entrance test that offers admission into Central Hindu Boys School (CHBS) and Central Hindu Girls School (CHGS). For admission to Class XI, students must fill separate application forms for each stream — Mathematics, Biology, or Commerce & Arts. Interested students can go through the following article for detailed information regarding the BHU SET 2027 exam, including the application form, syllabus, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, cut-offs and counselling process.

Disclaimer: All 2027 dates are indicative and marked ‘expected’ until the official notification is released by Banaras Hindu University on www.bhuonline.in.

BHU SET 2027 Key Highlights

Detail	Information
Exam Name	Banaras Hindu University School Entrance Test 2027 (BHU SET 2027)
Conducting Body	Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
Level	University level (National reach)
Frequency	Once a year
Mode of Exam	Offline (OMR / paper-pen)
Classes Covered	LKG, Nursery, Class I, VI, IX & XI
Application Form (expected)	January 2027
Last Date to Apply (expected)	February 2027
Admit Card (expected)	March–April 2027
Exam Date (expected)	April 2027
Result (expected)	June–July 2027
Official Website	www.bhuonline.in

BHU SET 2027 Status

• Banaras Hindu University (BHU) will conduct the BHU SET 2027 entrance exam for admission to Schools affiliated to BHU — namely Central Hindu Boys School and Central Hindu Girls School.
• The exam is expected to be held in April 2027 (expected).
• The admit card is expected to be released in March–April 2027 (expected), and the result is expected to be declared in June–July 2027 (expected).

BHU SET 2027 Notification Status

Exam Notification	To be announced (expected: December 2026 / January 2027)
Application Form	To be announced (expected: January 2027)
Prospectus	To be announced

BHU SET 2027 Exam Dates

The tentative dates regarding the BHU SET 2027 examination are mentioned in the table below. All dates are expected and based on the previous-year schedule; candidates must check the official website for confirmed dates.

BHU SET 2027 School Entrance Test — Tentative Schedule

Event	2027 Date (Expected)	Previous Year 2024 Reference
Application Form Release	January 2027	January 2024
Last Date of Application	February 2027	February 2024
Admit Card Release	March–April 2027	May 2024
Exam Date	April 2027	April 2024
Result Declaration	June–July 2027	July 2024
Counselling Begins	July 2027	July 2024

The important dates regarding BHU SET 2027 will be confirmed by the authority once the official notification is released.

BHU SET 2027 Admit Card

The vital information regarding the BHU SET 2027 Admit Card is given below:

• The admit card is expected to be released in March–April 2027 (expected); the exact date will be notified on the official website.
• The authority will release the admit card in online mode only.
• For students’ convenience, BHU sends SMS alerts and emails to candidates’ registered phone numbers and email IDs regarding the release of the admit card.
• Candidates can download the BHU SET 2027 hall ticket through the official website www.bhuonline.in.
• Aspirants must enter their login credentials (registration number and password) to download the admit card.
• The hall ticket is a mandatory document and must be carried to the examination hall on exam day.
• Candidates must also carry one valid government-issued photo ID proof along with their hall ticket.

BHU SET 2027 Exam Pattern

The details regarding the BHU SET 2027 exam pattern are given below:

• Question Type: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
• Mode of Examination: The exam will be conducted in offline (OMR-based paper-pen) mode.
• Total Questions: There will be a total of 100 questions in the paper.
• Duration of Exam: The exam will be of 2 hours duration.
• Ink Colour: Candidates must use a ball-point pen of blue or black colour only.

Important Instructions for BHU SET 2027

The following are key points that students appearing for BHU SET 2027 must keep in mind:

• Candidates will be provided with a Question Booklet containing all questions and a separate OMR Answer Sheet.
• Each question will be followed by four alternative answers; the paper will consist entirely of MCQs.
• Candidates must check that the Question Booklet contains the correct total number of pages, and must write their Roll Number, Question Booklet Number and Set Number (if any) at the appropriate places on the Answer Sheet using a ball-point pen only.
• Note: Any error in darkening the Roll Number or writing the Set Number will result in wrong evaluation of the Answer Sheet. Non-filling of the Set Number, Roll Number or other vital details will lead to non-evaluation of the Answer Sheet and cancellation of candidature. Candidates must be careful while darkening the Roll Number and writing the Set Number.
• An answer will be considered incorrect if more than one oval is darkened or an oval is darkened improperly. Any other method of marking — such as a tick mark, cross mark, dot, line mark, half-filled oval, or marks outside the oval — will not be evaluated.
• If any question is left unattempted and all ovals against that question remain blank, zero marks will be awarded for that question.
• The inner cover page or the blank space/page at the end of the Question Booklet may be used for rough work.
• No page from the Question Booklet is to be torn or removed. A candidate found tearing any page will be liable for punishment under unfair-means rules and will not be allowed to continue in the BHU SET 2027 entrance test.

BHU SET 2027 Syllabus

The detailed information regarding the BHU SET 2027 syllabus is given below. The syllabus is based on the standard of the class immediately preceding the class being applied to:

• For Class VI: The question paper will be of Class V standard. It will comprise 100 MCQs.
• For Class IX: The question paper will be of Class VIII standard. It will comprise 100 MCQs.
• For Class XI: The question paper will be of Class X standard. It will comprise 100 MCQs.
• For Maths Group (Class XI): Subjects — English, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and General Studies.
• For Bio Group (Class XI): Subjects — English, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and General Studies.
• For Commerce & Arts Group (Class XI): Subjects — English, Hindi, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, General Mathematics and General Studies.

BHU SET 2027 Results

The vital information regarding the BHU SET 2027 Result is given below:

• BHU SET 2027 results are expected to be declared in June–July 2027 (expected); the exact date will be confirmed by BHU after the examination.
• Candidates can check their results on the official website of BHU at www.bhuonline.in.
• Results are announced in online mode only.
• Candidates can log in to their registered account using their Login ID and password to view their BHU SET 2027 result and merit-list status.

Central Hindu Boys School (CHBS) Cut-off — Previous Year Reference

The cut-off scores below are from the previous year and are provided for reference purposes only. BHU SET 2027 cut-offs will depend on the difficulty level of the paper and the number of applicants. Official 2027 cut-offs will be published after result declaration.

Central Hindu Boys School — Previous Year Cut-off (Reference Only)

Category		Class 6th	Class 9th	Class 11th (Mathematics)	Class 11th (Biology)	Class 11th (Arts and Commerce)
General	Main List	84	72	69	69	72
	Waiting List	81	65	61	50	44
Scheduled Caste	Main List	79	64	60	57	69
	Waiting List	69	50	45	33	33
Scheduled Tribe	Main List	71	60	52	60	57
	Waiting List	54	33	33	25	15
PC	Main List	72	58	54	60	57
	Waiting List	33	33	33	33	33
BHU-GEN	Main List	33	33	38	41	34
	Waiting List	–	–	33	33	–
BHU-SC	Main List	25	27	29	29	32
	Waiting List	–	–	22	–	–
BHU-ST	Main List	33	17	29	29	29
	Waiting List	–	–	23	19	26

Note: Download the official cut-off list from the university website once BHU SET 2027 results are declared.

Central Hindu Girls School (CHGS) Cut-off

The BHU SET 2027 cut-off for Central Hindu Girls School will be published after the declaration of results. Candidates are advised to check www.bhuonline.in for the official cut-off list.

BHU SET 2027 Analytics and Key Statistics

The table below presents approximate statistics from previous years to help candidates benchmark their preparation for the BHU SET 2027. All figures are approximate and based on available data; precise figures will vary year to year.

BHU SET — Previous-Year Analytics (Reference)

Metric	Approx. Figure	Remarks
Total Seats — CHBS (All Classes)	~516+	Previous year; expected similar in 2027
Total Seats — CHGS (All Classes)	~258	Previous year; expected similar in 2027
General Cut-off (Class VI, CHBS)	84 (Main List)	Previous year reference; 2027 cut-off may vary
General Cut-off (Class IX, CHBS)	72 (Main List)	Previous year reference
General Cut-off (Class XI Maths, CHBS)	69 (Main List)	Previous year reference
Minimum Qualifying Marks	33% in SET	For General / BHU employee wards / PC candidates
Paper Mode	OMR / Offline	Confirmed pattern (unchanged for several cycles)
Total Questions	100 MCQs	Confirmed pattern
Exam Duration	2 Hours	Confirmed pattern
Difficulty Trend	Moderate	Based on previous years; Class XI slightly higher

BHU SET 2027 Selection Process

The selection process for BHU SET 2027 will be based on the marks obtained in the Entrance Test Merit List. Candidates will be allotted seats in the concerned class strictly based on merit. In case of a tie, the Banaras Hindu University guidelines will be followed. For admission to Class VI, IX and XI, candidates will have to attend counselling, where they will be offered seats in the class/subject combination of their choice strictly according to their merit ranking, so long as seats remain available.

BHU SET 2027 Counselling

The details regarding BHU SET 2027 counselling are given below:

• BHU SET 2027 counselling is expected to begin in July 2027 (expected), after the declaration of results.
• The counselling process will be conducted after the declaration of the BHU SET 2027 result.
• Only candidates who have qualified the BHU SET 2027 entrance exam will be allowed to attend counselling.
• Candidates must carry all necessary documents along with their admit card for the counselling procedure.
• The authority will verify the eligibility of each candidate during the counselling process.

BHU SET 2027 Seats and Reservation

• 15% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Caste (SC) candidates.
• 7.5% of seats are reserved for Scheduled Tribe (ST) candidates.
• 3% of seats are reserved for Physically Challenged (PC) candidates.

Minimum Number of Available Seats (Previous Year Reference)

Approximate Seat Matrix — CHGS and CHBS

School CHGS	Seats
Class VI	70
Class IX	90
Class XI — Maths Stream	17
Class XI — Biology Stream	16
Class XI — Commerce Stream	25
Class XI — Arts Stream	40
School CHBS
Class VI	135
Class IX	240
Class XI — Maths Stream	38 + 50*
Class XI — Biology Stream	25
Class XI — Commerce Stream	14
Class XI — Arts Stream	14

*Seats with asterisk indicate additional intake subject to availability. Exact BHU SET 2027 seat matrix will be confirmed in the official prospectus.

BHU SET 2027 Application Form

The detailed information regarding the BHU SET 2027 application form is given below:

• The BHU SET 2027 application form is expected to be released in January 2027 (expected) on the official website.
• Candidates can fill their application form on the official website at www.bhuonline.in through online mode only.
• Applicants must fill the complete application form, as incomplete forms will be rejected by the officials.
• Multiple application forms submitted by a single candidate will be rejected by the officials.

BHU SET 2027 Application Fee

The category-wise application fee for BHU SET is given below. Candidates should verify the fee on the official notification, as it may be revised for the 2027 cycle:

BHU SET 2027 Application Fee (Previous Year Reference)

Category	Fee (Previous Year)
General	₹400/-
SC / ST / OBC	₹200/-

• Mode of Payment: Candidates must pay the application fee through online mode via:
  • Credit card
  • Debit card
  • Net banking

For further information about the BHU SET 2027 application form, candidates must visit www.bhuonline.in.

BHU SET 2027 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for different classes under BHU SET 2027 are given below:

• For Class VI: Age limit is 10 to 12 years; must have passed a Class V examination from a recognised school.
• For Class IX: Age limit is 13 to 15 years; must have passed Class VIII examination from a recognised school.
• For Class XI: Maximum age of 18 years; must have passed Class X examination from a recognised board.

For external candidates applying through BHU SET 2027:

• Above 50% marks or an equivalent grade in each of Science and Mathematics is essential for admission to the Science (Maths/Bio) group.
• Above 40% marks or an equivalent grade in aggregate is required for Commerce stream.
• Class X pass is sufficient for the Arts stream.
• In addition to the above, a candidate (excluding reserved categories) shall be eligible for admission to the above classes only if the candidate secures a minimum of 33% marks in the School Entrance Test. These criteria also apply to sons and daughters of BHU employees and to Physically Challenged (PC) candidates. For SC/ST candidates, admission to Class XI will be under their reserved quota as per KVS rules.

BHU SET 2027 Highlights

BHU SET 2027 — Quick Reference

Exam Name	Banaras Hindu University School Entrance Test 2027 (BHU SET 2027)
Conducting Body	Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Level	University level
Frequency	Once a year
Mode	Offline (OMR-based)
Official Website	www.bhuonline.in

The BHU Schools

Having their roots in the Central Hindu College established by Dr Annie Besant in 1898, the Central Hindu Boys’ School and Central Hindu Girls’ School are housed in monumental buildings situated in the heart of Varanasi city. Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), Delhi, these schools have a glorious history of providing excellent education in Arts, Commerce, Home Science, Science and Agriculture streams, along with ample sports and extra-curricular activities to ensure the all-round personality development of both boys and girls. Both schools have well-equipped laboratories providing skill-based training in almost all practical subjects. In addition, the schools provide NCC training to boys in the Army and Air Wings, and NCC training to girls in the Army Wing. Being part of Banaras Hindu University, students of these schools enjoy many of the facilities available to university students in general. Both schools also have the facilities of Computer Education.

Knowledge Graph — BHU SET 2027

BHU SET 2027 — Entity Facts

Full Exam Name	Banaras Hindu University School Entrance Test
Acronym	BHU SET
Conducting Body	Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi
Parent Institution / Ministry	Banaras Hindu University (Central University under UGC, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India)
Exam Level	University-level school entrance test
Frequency	Annual (once a year)
Mode of Exam	Offline — OMR / paper-pen
Duration	2 hours
Total Questions	100 MCQs
Language of Paper	English and Hindi
Schools Covered	Central Hindu Boys School (CHBS), Central Hindu Girls School (CHGS)
Classes Offered	LKG, Nursery, I, VI, IX, XI (Science/Commerce/Arts)
CBSE Affiliation	Yes — CHBS and CHGS are affiliated to CBSE, Delhi
Official Website	www.bhuonline.in
Helpline	Refer to the official BHU SET 2027 prospectus (to be released)

Important Links — BHU SET 2027

• BHU SET 2027 Official Website — www.bhuonline.in
• BHU SET 2021 English Prospectus PDF: Download (2021 version — for reference only)
• BHU SET 2021 Hindi Prospectus PDF: Download (2021 version — for reference only)

The 2027 prospectus will be available on the official website once released. The 2021 links above are archived and for reference only.

Official Sources

• https://www.bhuonline.in — BHU Online Portal (Application, Admit Card, Result)
• https://www.bhu.ac.in — Banaras Hindu University Official Website

Conclusion

BHU SET 2027 is the gateway to two of India’s most heritage-rich CBSE-affiliated schools — Central Hindu Boys School and Central Hindu Girls School — located on the Banaras Hindu University campus in Varanasi. Candidates seeking admission to Class VI, IX or XI should begin preparing well in advance, keep track of the official notification at www.bhuonline.in from December 2026 onwards, and ensure they meet the age and academic eligibility requirements for their target class. Focus on the Class V / VIII / X NCERT syllabus relevant to your class, review previous-year cut-offs as a benchmark, and check your email and phone for BHU admit-card alerts. All the best for BHU SET 2027!