Established in 1915, Banaras Hindu University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Varanasi (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Uttar Pradesh. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is a large coeducational Indian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Hindu religion. Banaras Hindu University (BHU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 107 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BHU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, as well as administrative services.