Key Academic Dates
- Mon, Apr 20Even Semester End-term Exams
How the academic year is structured
The 2025/2026 academic year at Banaras Hindu University runs from July through April. The year is divided into three terms (including a summer term). Each term begins with enrollment, followed by classes and end-of-term exams. Indian universities typically follow a two-semester (odd/even) academic year, with end-semester exams and a summer break between semesters. See the full 2025/2026 schedule below for exact dates.
🎓 BHU — Banaras Hindu University — Academic Calendar 2026/2027
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January
- Even Semester BeginsMon, Jan 19
- Even Semester RegistrationTue, Jan 6 – Fri, Jan 16
March
- Even Semester Mid-term ExamsMon, Mar 9 – Sat, Mar 21
April
- Even Semester End-term ExamsMon, Apr 20 – Sat, May 9
May
- ConvocationMon, May 25
When is enrollment at BHU?2
- Monday, July 7, 2025Odd Semester Registration
- Tuesday, January 6, 2026Even Semester Registration
When do classes start at BHU?3
- Monday, July 21, 2025Orientation
- Monday, July 28, 2025Odd Semester Begins
- Monday, January 19, 2026Even Semester Begins
When are midterm exams at BHU?2
- Monday, September 29, 2025Odd Semester Mid-term Exams
- Monday, March 9, 2026Even Semester Mid-term Exams
When are final exams at BHU?2
- Monday, November 17, 2025Odd Semester End-term Exams
- Monday, April 20, 2026Even Semester End-term Exams
When are academic holidays at BHU?2
- Monday, December 8, 2025Odd Semester Ends
- Monday, December 22, 2025Winter Break
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) — Academic Calendar 2025/2026Banaras Hindu University in Varanasi has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year. Browse the full schedule below.
Dates shown are approximate and may not reflect the official academic calendar. Please verify with the university before making plans. Check official calendar
- When does the 2025/2026 academic year start at Banaras Hindu University?
- The 2025/2026 academic year at Banaras Hindu University starts on Jan 19, 2026 (सम सेमेस्टर प्रारंभ).
- When are final exams at Banaras Hindu University?
- Final exam periods at Banaras Hindu University for the 2025/2026 academic year: Apr 20, 2026 – May 9, 2026; Mar 9, 2026 – Mar 21, 2026; Sep 29, 2025 – Oct 11, 2025; Nov 17, 2025 – Dec 5, 2025.
- How many key academic dates does Banaras Hindu University have in 2025/2026?
- Banaras Hindu University has 12 key academic dates for the 2025/2026 academic year, including semester starts, exams, and other academic activities.
- When is enrollment at Banaras Hindu University?
- Enrollment deadlines at Banaras Hindu University for the 2025/2026 academic year: Jul 7, 2025 – Jul 18, 2025; Jan 6, 2026 – Jan 16, 2026.
- How is the academic year structured at Banaras Hindu University?
- The academic year at Banaras Hindu University is typically split into two semesters. Each semester begins with enrollment, followed by classes, midterm exams, final exams, and concludes with graduation. See the date list above for the specific 2025/2026 schedule.
- Where can I find the official Banaras Hindu University academic calendar?
- Banaras Hindu University's official academic calendar is published by the Office of the University Registrar. Source: https://bhu.ac.in/Images/files/Academic%20calander%202025-26%20net.pdf
Public Holidays Affecting the Academic Calendar
- Mar 21, 2026— ईद उल-फ़ित्र
- Mar 26, 2026— राम नवमी
- Feb 15, 2026— महा शिवरात्रि
- Oct 20, 2026— दशहरा
- Jan 26, 2026— गणतंत्र दिवस
- Nov 8, 2026— दीपावली
- Apr 3, 2026— Good Friday
- Mar 3, 2026— होली
- Apr 14, 2026— Ambedkar Jayanti
- Dec 25, 2026— क्रिसमस
and 8 more holidays
