Banaras Hindu University (BHU) Exam Timetable 2026: UG/PG Semester Date Sheet & PDF Download Exam Time Tables 2026

About Banaras Hindu University Examinations

The academic and examination lifecycle at BHU is governed by the Office of the Controller of Examinations (CoE). BHU follows a rigid semester-based system (Odd/Even) for most courses, while some traditional and medical programs still adhere to an annual pattern.

Timetable Overview

For the 2026 Academic Session, the university follows a structured calendar. According to the current BHU academic schedule:

• Odd Semester (I, III, V) 2025-26: Examinations for the current session were largely completed by December 2025, with some professional course exams extending into early January 2026.
• Even Semester (II, IV, VI, VIII) 2026:
  • Teaching Window: January 3, 2026, to April 4, 2026.
  • Mid-Semester/Sessional Exams: Typically held in February–March 2026.
  • End-Semester Examinations: Officially scheduled to commence from April 11, 2026, through April 28, 2026.
• Summer Term 2026: Scheduled for May–June 2026 for specific remedial and practical training modules.

How to Check & Download BHU Timetable 2026

1. Visit the official BHU student portal at bhuonline.in or the main site bhu.ac.in.
2. Navigate to the "Examination" section under the "Administration" tab.
3. Click on "Semester Examination Schedule - 2026".
4. Select your Faculty (e.g., Faculty of Arts, Science, or Social Sciences).
5. Download the PDF Date Sheet corresponding to your Course and Year.
6. Verify your subject codes against your Admit Card to avoid discrepancies.

Core Academic Links

• Official Examination Portal: bhuonline.in
• BHU Samarth Student Portal: bhu.samarth.edu.in
• 2026 Results & Grade Cards:
• CUET BHU Admission 2026: bhucuet.samarth.edu.in
• Academic Calendar 2025-26: Download Official PDF

Exam Pattern & Session Types

BHU has integrated the NEP 2020 framework for undergraduate courses, alongside the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS).

• Theory Exams: Usually 3 hours (standard morning shift: 09:00 AM to 12:00 PM).
• Sessional/Internal: Accounts for 30% of the total marks, including assignments and mid-term tests.
• Practical/Viva: Conducted at the department level, usually 1 week before the theory exams.

Expert Tips for Students

• Basant Panchami Alert: BHU celebrates its Foundation Day on Basant Panchami (January 23, 2026). Note that classes and exams are traditionally suspended on this day.
• CUET 2026 Integration: If you are a first-year student, ensure your registration on the Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is complete, as BHU marks are now directly synced with it under NEP.
• Vidyarthi Portal: Always check your personal notifications on the BHU Samarth Portal. Often, specific paper postponements due to local festivals or administrative reasons are only updated there.

Frequently Asked Questions