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The BHU SET Syllabus 2026 has been officially released for Class 9 and Class 11 admissions. The BHU School Entrance Test syllabus is based on NCERT curriculum.

The BHU SET Class 9 syllabus includes English, Hindi, Maths, Science, and Social Science based on Class 8 level.

The BHU SET Class 11 syllabus covers stream-wise subjects such as Maths, Biology, Arts, and Commerce based on Class 10 NCERT topics.

Students can download the BHU SET Detailed Syllabus PDF from www.govtexam.study for complete subject-wise topics and exam pattern.

🎓 SCHOOL ENTRANCE TEST DETAILED SYLLABUS 2026

Conducted by: Banaras Hindu University (BHU)

Central Hindu Girls School (CHGS) & Central Hindu Boys School (CHBS)

Session: 2026-27

📅 Important Dates 2026
Online Application Start Date 20 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 20 March 2026
Correction Window 23 March 2026
Admit Card Release Date 11 April 2026 onwards
Exam Dates Class XI (Arts): 22 April 2026 (8 AM - 10 AM)
Class XI (Commerce): 23 April 2026 (8 AM - 10 AM)
Class XI (Biology): 24 April 2026 (8 AM - 10 AM)
Class XI (Maths): 25 April 2026 (8 AM - 10 AM)
Class IX (Boys only): 26 April 2026 (8 AM - 10 AM)
Provisional Answer Key 4 May 2026
Last Date to Challenge Answer Key 7 May 2026 (₹100 per question)
Final Answer Key 14 May 2026
Result Declaration Second Week of June 2026
Counselling Dates Class IX: 20 June 2026
Class XI (Maths): 1 July 2026
Class XI (Other Streams): 2 July 2026
Waiting List Counselling Class IX: 27 June 2026 | Class XI: 9 July 2026
Closing Date of Admission 15 July 2026
💰 Application Fee
Category Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS ₹ 800/-
SC / ST ₹ 550/-
Payment Mode: Online through Credit Card / Debit Card / Net Banking via BHU Entrance Test Portal (www.bhuonline.in). Fee is non-refundable.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Class Qualification Marks Required
Class IX Passed Class VIII from a recognized school For all: Minimum 33% in SET
For SC/ST/Divyang: Minimum 25% in SET
Class XI (All Streams) Passed Class X from a recognized Board/University Minimum 33% in Class X
For SC/ST/Divyang: Minimum 25% in SET

Note: Final year students can apply, but must have passed by the time of admission.

👤 Age Limit (as on 31 March 2026)
Class Minimum Age Maximum Age
Class IX 13 years (born after 31.03.2013) 15 years (born before 31.03.2011)
Children born on 01.04.2013 also eligible
Class XI - Maximum 18 years (born before 31.03.2008)
Age Relaxation: As per Government of India rules for SC/ST/OBC/Divyang candidates.
📖 Short Syllabus - Class IX (For Boys Only)
Subject Topics (Based on Class VIII NCERT Syllabus)
English Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Tenses, Modals, Voice, Speech, Articles, Prepositions), Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms), Writing Skills (Paragraph, Letter, Story), Literature (Honeydew & It So Happened)
Hindi (हिन्दी) व्याकरण (संज्ञा, सर्वनाम, विशेषण, क्रिया, काल, कारक, उपसर्ग-प्रत्यय, संधि, समास), रचना (अपठित गद्यांश, पत्र लेखन, निबंध), साहित्य (वसंत भाग-3), मुहावरे
Mathematics Number System (Rational Numbers, Squares, Cubes), Algebra (Expressions, Factorization, Exponents), Geometry (Quadrilaterals, Solid Shapes), Mensuration (Area, Volume), Data Handling, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss
Science Physics (Force, Friction, Sound, Light, Electricity), Chemistry (Metals & Non-Metals, Coal & Petroleum, Combustion), Biology (Crop Production, Microorganisms, Cell, Reproduction, Adolescence)
Social Science History (Trade to Territory, Colonialism, Nationalist Movement), Geography (Resources, Agriculture, Industries), Political Science (Constitution, Judiciary, Parliament, Marginalisation)
🔢 Short Syllabus - Class XI Maths Group (Exam: 25 April 2026)
Subject Topics (Based on Class X NCERT Syllabus)
English Reading Comprehension, Grammar (Tenses, Modals, Concord, Speech, Clauses), Vocabulary, Literature (First Flight & Footprints Without Feet)
Hindi व्याकरण (संधि, समास, अलंकार, रस), रचना (अपठित, पत्र, निबंध), साहित्य (क्षितिज और कृतिका)
Physics Light: Reflection & Refraction, Human Eye, Electricity, Magnetic Effects, Sources of Energy
Chemistry Chemical Reactions, Acids Bases & Salts, Metals & Non-Metals, Carbon Compounds, Periodic Classification
Mathematics Real Numbers, Polynomials, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, AP, Triangles, Coordinate Geometry, Trigonometry, Circles, Surface Areas, Statistics, Probability
General Studies Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, General Science, Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
🧬 Short Syllabus - Class XI Biology Group (Exam: 24 April 2026)
Subject Topics (Based on Class X NCERT Syllabus)
English Same as Maths Group - Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literature
Hindi Same as Maths Group - Grammar, Composition, Literature
Physics Light: Reflection & Refraction, Human Eye, Electricity, Magnetic Effects, Sources of Energy
Chemistry Chemical Reactions, Acids Bases & Salts, Metals & Non-Metals, Carbon Compounds, Periodic Classification
Biology Life Processes (Nutrition, Respiration, Transportation, Excretion), Control & Coordination, Reproduction, Heredity & Evolution, Our Environment, Natural Resources
General Studies Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, General Science, Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
🎨 Short Syllabus - Class XI Arts Group (Exam: 22 April 2026)
Subject Topics (Based on Class X NCERT Syllabus)
English Same as Maths Group - Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literature
Hindi Same as Maths Group - Grammar, Composition, Literature
History Rise of Nationalism in Europe, Nationalism in India, Making of Global World, Age of Industrialization, Print Culture
Geography Resources & Development, Forest & Wildlife, Water Resources, Agriculture, Minerals & Energy, Industries, Lifelines of Economy
Economics Development, Sectors of Economy, Money & Credit, Globalization, Consumer Rights
Political Science Power Sharing, Federalism, Democracy & Diversity, Gender Religion & Caste, Political Parties, Outcomes of Democracy
Mathematics Basic topics from Class X Maths (as per Arts stream requirement)
General Studies Current Affairs, General Science, Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
💼 Short Syllabus - Class XI Commerce Group (Exam: 23 April 2026)
Subject Topics (Based on Class X NCERT Syllabus)
English Same as Maths Group - Reading Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literature
Hindi Same as Maths Group - Grammar, Composition, Literature
Economics Development, Sectors of Economy, Money & Credit, Globalization, Consumer Rights
Mathematics Real Numbers, Polynomials, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Arithmetic Progressions, Statistics, Probability
General Studies Current Affairs, Indian History, Geography, Polity, General Science, Sports, Awards, Books & Authors
📌 NOTE: This is a short syllabus for quick reference. For detailed subject-wise syllabus with complete topic breakdown, please check the "Detailed Syllabus" link in the Important Links section below.
📝 Exam Pattern (SET 2026)
Class Subjects Total Questions Total Marks
Class IX English, Hindi, Maths, Social Science, Science 100 100
Class XI (Maths) English, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Maths, General Studies 100 100
Class XI (Biology) English, Hindi, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, General Studies 100 100
Class XI (Arts) English, Hindi, History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, Maths, General Studies 100 100
Class XI (Commerce) English, Hindi, Economics, Maths, General Studies 100 100

Question Type: All Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Negative Marking: No negative marking
Mode of Exam: Offline (OMR based)
Duration: 2 Hours (8 AM to 10 AM)

🔗 Important Links
Detailed Syllabus Download Syllabus
Apply Online Click Here To Apply
Set Bulletin Information English | Hindi
Official BHU Website Click Here to Visit Site
Syllabus Class VIII standard (for Class IX) | Class X standard (for Class XI) – as per stream
Helpline Email setchgs2026@gmail.com (for admit card issues)

✅ All information verified from SET 2026 Official Information Bulletin (BHU). Candidates must read the full notification before applying.

📌 Application Deadline: 20 March 2026 | Exam Dates: 22-26 April 2026 | Result: June 2026

📢 For latest updates, keep visiting www.bhuonline.in

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BHU SET Syllabus 2026 for Class 9 & 11 Official Notification

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the BHU SET Syllabus 2026?

The BHU SET Syllabus 2026 is based on the NCERT curriculum. For Class 9 admission, the syllabus is from Class 8 level. For Class 11 admission, the syllabus is based on Class 10 subjects according to the selected stream (Arts, Commerce, Biology, or Maths).

2. Where can I download the BHU School Entrance Test syllabus?

Students can download the official BHU School Entrance Test syllabus from the BHU entrance portal. For a simplified and structured version, you can also download the detailed syllabus PDF from www.govtexam.study

3. What is included in the BHU SET Class 9 syllabus?

The BHU SET Class 9 syllabus includes English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science, and Social Science. All topics are based on the Class 8 NCERT syllabus. The exam contains objective-type questions without negative marking.

4. What subjects are covered in the BHU SET Class 11 syllabus?

The BHU SET Class 11 syllabus depends on the chosen stream: Maths Group: Maths, Physics, Chemistry, English, Hindi, General Studies. Biology Group: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English, Hindi, General Studies. Arts Group: History, Geography, Economics, Political Science, English, Hindi. Commerce Group: Economics, Maths, English, Hindi. All topics are based on Class 10 NCERT.

5. Is there a detailed syllabus PDF available for BHU SET 2026?

Yes, a BHU SET detailed syllabus PDF is available for students. It includes subject-wise topics and exam pattern. You can download the complete and easy-to-read version from www.govtexam.study