CUET BHU UG Cut Off 2026 First Round Seat Allotment Released on Samarth Portal: Course-Wise Cutoff, Admission Process, Fee Payment & Next Steps

Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has officially released the CUET UG 2026 First Round Cut Off along with the CAP-UG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result on the Samarth Admission Portal. Candidates who completed the BHU CAP-UG registration can now log in to the portal to check their allotted programme, college, category-wise cutoff status and admission offer. The first-round allotment is based on CUET UG 2026 scores, programme-specific eligibility, reservation policy and candidate preferences submitted during the counselling process.

With the release of the Round 1 seat allotment, shortlisted candidates must complete the online acceptance process, admission fee payment and document verification within the prescribed timeline to confirm their admission. Candidates who do not receive a seat in the first round will remain eligible for subsequent allotment rounds, subject to counselling rules and seat availability.

CUET BHU UG Round 1 Admission 2026 Highlights

What Has BHU Released?

BHU has simultaneously published:

• Round 1 Seat Allotment Result.

• Course-wise Round 1 Cut Off.

• Category-wise admission status.

• Programme-wise allotment.

• Admission instructions for selected candidates.

Candidates can check whether they have received admission in their preferred programme through the Samarth portal using their login credentials.

What is the BHU Round 1 Cut Off?

The BHU UG Cut Off represents the minimum CUET UG score at which admission has been offered for a particular course, category and programme in the first counselling round.

Separate cut-offs are released for:

• General (UR)

• OBC-NCL

• SC

• ST

• EWS

• PwBD

• Other applicable reservation categories

The closing score varies for every programme depending on competition and seat availability.

Courses Included in Round 1

The first allotment covers admissions to a wide range of undergraduate programmes, including:

• BA (Hons.)

• BSc (Hons.)

• BCom (Hons.)

• BSc Agriculture

• BA Social Sciences

• Shastri Programmes

• Performing Arts

• Visual Arts

• Sanskrit Studies

• Commerce

• Humanities

• Science Programmes

• Other CUET-based UG courses offered through BHU.

Programme-wise cutoffs differ according to subject combinations, category and available seats.

How to Check BHU Round 1 Seat Allotment

Candidates should follow these steps:

1. Visit the BHU CAP-UG Samarth Portal.

2. Log in using your CUET application credentials.

3. Open the Round 1 Seat Allotment section.

4. View the allotted programme.

5. Check the course-wise cutoff and admission status.

6. Download the provisional allotment letter.

7. Save a copy for future admission formalities.

How is the Seat Allotment Prepared?

The Round 1 allotment is prepared using:

• CUET UG 2026 score.

• Programme eligibility.

• Candidate preferences.

• Reservation policy.

• Seat availability.

• Merit ranking.

Higher CUET scores generally improve the chances of securing admission to preferred courses during the early counselling rounds.

What Happens After Seat Allotment?

Candidates who receive a seat should complete the following:

• Accept the allotted seat online.

• Pay the admission fee through the Samarth portal.

• Upload required documents if requested.

• Complete document verification.

• Wait for admission confirmation.

• Report to the concerned faculty or college if instructed.

Failure to complete the fee payment or admission confirmation before the deadline may result in cancellation of the allotted seat.

Documents Required

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• CUET UG 2026 Scorecard.

• CUET Admit Card.

• Class 10 Certificate.

• Class 12 Marksheet.

• Transfer Certificate.

• Migration Certificate (if applicable).

• Category Certificate.

• EWS Certificate.

• PwBD Certificate.

• Aadhaar Card.

• Passport-size Photographs.

• Provisional Seat Allotment Letter.

Original documents may be verified during the admission process.

What if You Did Not Get a Seat?

Candidates who are not allotted a seat in Round 1 should not worry.

They can generally participate in:

• Round 2 Seat Allotment.

• Subsequent regular counselling rounds.

• Upgrade rounds (where applicable).

• Spot admission rounds, subject to vacancy availability.

Many candidates secure admission in later rounds due to seat withdrawals, upgrades and vacant seats.

Factors Affecting BHU Cut Off

The Round 1 closing score depends on:

• Number of applicants.

• CUET UG performance.

• Programme popularity.

• Available seats.

• Reservation category.

• Candidate preferences.

• Previous year's admission trends.

• Number of candidates accepting allotted seats.

Highly sought-after courses such as Economics, English, Political Science, Psychology, Computer Science and Commerce usually record higher cut-offs.

Common Mistakes Candidates Should Avoid

Avoid these mistakes after Round 1:

• Ignoring the fee payment deadline.

• Failing to accept the allotted seat.

• Not checking programme eligibility.

• Uploading incorrect documents.

• Missing document verification.

• Depending on unofficial counselling updates.

• Waiting until the last day for fee payment.

• Forgetting to download the allotment letter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Has BHU released the CUET UG Round 1 Cut Off 2026?

Yes. BHU has released the Round 1 Cut Off along with the First Round Seat Allotment Result through the Samarth CAP-UG portal.

Where can candidates check the allotment result?

Candidates can log in to the BHU Samarth CAP-UG Portal to view their allotment status and admission offer.

How is admission decided?

Admission is based on CUET UG 2026 score, programme eligibility, reservation category, candidate preferences and seat availability.

Can candidates participate in Round 2 if they do not receive a seat?

Yes. Eligible candidates who are not allotted a seat in the first round can participate in subsequent counselling rounds according to BHU admission rules.

Does the Round 1 cutoff remain the same in later rounds?

No. The closing scores may increase or decrease depending on seat acceptance, withdrawals, upgrades and vacancies.

Is fee payment mandatory after allotment?

Yes. Candidates must complete admission fee payment within the prescribed deadline to confirm their allotted seat.

Final Update

The release of the CUET BHU UG Round 1 Cut Off 2026 and First Round Seat Allotment marks a crucial stage in the undergraduate admission process at Banaras Hindu University. Candidates who have secured seats should promptly complete seat acceptance, admission fee payment and document verification through the Samarth CAP-UG Portal to confirm their admission. Those who were not allotted a seat in the first round should continue monitoring the counselling schedule, as subsequent allotment rounds, upgrades and spot admissions may provide additional opportunities based on vacant seats and candidate movement.