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BHU RET stands for Banaras Hindu University Research Entrance Test. It is a national level entrance exam conducted by Banaras Hindu University (BHU) for admission into various Ph.D. programs offered by the university.
Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi Research Entrance Test (RET) Exam 2023
BHU RET
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Eligibility Criteria
The candidate must check the BHU RET eligibility criteria before filling out the form. The qualification criteria for Banaras Hindu University Research courses are mentioned below:
- Candidates should have a master’s degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/OBC candidates).
- Candidates who have appeared for the final year of their master’s degree and are awaiting their results can also apply.
Qualifying Examination:
Master‟s degree in Life Sciences and its allied disciplines; or Master‟s Degree in any one of the subjects in Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular & Human Genetics, Environmental Sciences, Applied Microbiology, Neuroscience, Biophysics, Plant Biotechnology, Bioinformatics, Biosciences, and Animal Sciences and other Life Science disciplines.
Qualifying Marks: Must have at least 55% in the aggregate or equivalent grade point average in examining the qualifying degree and a minimum academic record of 50.
Application Process
The application process for BHU RET is completely online. Candidates can apply for the exam by visiting the official website of BHU. They need to register themselves by providing their basic details, such as name, email id, and phone number. After that, they need to fill in the application form and upload the required documents, such as photograph and signature.
Application Form
- Before filling the application form, candidates are advised to go through the eligibility criteria first. The vital information regarding the application form is given below:
- The application form will be filled in online mode only.
An E-mail ID for registration and for receiving all future correspondence until the admission process is over and subsequently admitted.
A Mobile Number to receive SMS-based notifications/communications related to the online application, Admit card, Entrance Test Result, Admission Counseling, etc., till the admission process is over and subsequently, if admitted. - Access to facilities of a computer with internet connectivity, B/W printer, and scanner.
A recent passport-sized color photograph (for scanning and uploading in “jpeg” format only. File size of scanned photograph should not be more than 100KB). - Your signature using Blue/Black pen on white sheet (for scanning and uploading in “jpeg” format only. File size of scanned photograph should not be more than 100KB).
Application Fees
| General | 800/- |
| SC/ST/OBC | 400/- |
Exam Pattern
The aspirants can check the BHU RET 2023 Exam Pattern in the given below table:
Test A –
Exam Mode – CBT(Computer Based Test)
Questions Type – Multiple Choice Questions
Number of Questions – 100 Questions
Duration – 120 Minutes
Total Marks – 300 Marks
Marking Scheme – Each correct answer will be given 3 marks. 1 mark will be deducted for a wrong answer.
Test B –
Duration of exam: 30 minutes
Maximum Marks: 50 marks
Marking Scheme: Candidates shall receive their marks depending upon their performances, and no specific scheme has been set for the same.
Admit Card
Candidates can download the Admit Card of BHU Entrance Test Portal from (www.online.in) on providing the unique registration ID allotted to them when online submission of the application form. Candidates can go through the below-given points-
The hall ticket is mandatory in the examination hall as, without it, candidates will not be allowed to sit in the examination hall.
The candidate should carefully examine the Admit Card on receiving it for all the entries made therein. In case of any discrepancy, the candidate should inform the Office of the Controller of Examinations immediately. A passport size photograph is affixed (the same passport size photograph which has been used for online submission) in the space provided on the Admit Card’s printout under self-attestation.
If a candidate cannot download the Admit Card, he/she should contact the Office of the Controller of Examinations, BHU, Varanasi on Help Desk Phone Numbers, and help desk email id. Available on Entrance Test Portal.
For more details and to apply online, please visit the official website
Contact Details
Address:
Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya Rd,
Varanasi,
Uttar Pradesh 221005
Phone: 0542 236 8938
FAQs
The duration of the BHU RET exam is three hours.
The selection process for BHU RET is based on the candidate’s performance in the entrance exam and interview.
No, there is no negative marking in the BHU RET exam.
No, there is no age limit for appearing in the BHU RET exam.
Conclusion
BHU RET is a great opportunity for candidates who want to pursue a Ph.D. program from Banaras Hindu University. The exam is conducted once a year, and the application process is completely online. Candidates should carefully go through the eligibility criteria and exam pattern before applying for the exam. If you have any further queries regarding the BHU RET, you can visit the official website or contact the university.