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Lucknow University: Admission 2025, Courses, Fees, Placements, Rankings
Lucknow, India
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Overview
Highlights
- BPharma online registration 2024 has been closed, the last date to apply was 20 Sept 2024.
- UG and PG courses 2024 merit list and seat allotments have been released, and students can check the same on the official website.
Lucknow University was established in 1920 and is a public state university accredited by NAAC A++, BCI, and NCTI. It is the only university in Uttar Pradesh to have been awarded “Category 1” university status by the UGC. It also has a 23rd rank in the 2024 NIRF rankings in the Law category, 32nd in the public state university category, and 97th in the university category.
Lucknow University has two campuses in the city, the first one is on University Road and the other one is in Jankipuram. Adding to that, over 550+ colleges have been affiliated with the University of Lucknow to give top-notch education in Uttar Pradesh. It has a campus area of 219 acres offering state-of-the-art facilities such as a huge library with over 1.2 million books, journals and other resources. LU is home to a bedecked museum with historical artifacts.
Lucknow University admissions are based on candidates’ merit-based qualifications. It offers scholarships such as the Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship and the Karmyogi Scheme under the student welfare fund.
The university offers a wide range of courses including BA, B.Sc, BTech, BCA, BBA, MA, M.Com, MBA, LLB, and more to their Undergraduate and postgraduate students. LU has ten faculties for different disciplines including, Arts, Unani, Ayurveda, Engineering and Technology, Medicine, Fine Arts, Science and Law.
LU offers a strong placement cell to students with median salary packages of Undergraduates and Postgraduates going up to INR 7.95 LPA & INR 7.45 LPA respectively. The highest package students got at the LU in 2023 was INR 23.61 LPA with top recruiters being ONGC, HCL and Samsung.
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Programs
Lucknow University is one of the most prestigious universities in the country offering a wide range of courses in the fields of Humanities & Social Sciences, Science, Business & Management, and more. The most popular courses offered at the university are BA, D Pharma, MA and others.
Course | Tuition Fees | Eligibility Criteria |
B.Sc. | INR 21.2K – 1.6L | 10+2 with 40-50% |
M.Sc. | INR 22.5K – 2L | Graduation with 45% |
B.A. | INR 6.6K – 1.6L | 10+2 with 40-60% |
B.Com. | INR 7K – 1.8L | 10+2 with 40-60% |
BBA | INR 30K – 2.6L | 10+2 with 50% |
M.Com. | INR 30.5K – 91K | Graduation with 45-48% |
LL.B. | INR 11.8K – 2.6L | 10+2 with 45-50% |
B.E./B.Tech. | INR 4.8L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Maths |
MBA/PGDM | INR 20K – 3.2L | Graduation with 45-50% |
B.Pharma | INR 4.8L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Biology/Math |
D.Pharma | INR 1.6L | 10+2 with 50% |
M.A. | INR 3.5K – 1.4L | Graduation with 45-50% |
MCA | INR 2.2L | Graduation with 50% |
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]
Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] + Master of Technology [M.Tech]
Bachelor of Arts [BA]
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Admissions
Lucknow University takes admission based on both merits and national-level entrance exams such as CUET, CUET-PG, JEE Mains and more. For more information related to courses, admission and eligibility criteria, interested candidates can check the official website as well as the table mentioned below.
Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
MBA/PGDM | Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% | LUMET + PI |
BBA | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 50% | UGPET + Counselling |
BCA | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 50% | UGET + Counselling |
BE/BTech | Class 12 (PCM) with a minimum aggregate of 55% | JEE Main + UPTU Counselling |
BCom | Class 12 or equivalent with a minimum aggregate of 40% | UGET |
BA | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 40% | UGET |
B.Ed | Bachelor’s degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% | UP B.Ed JEE + Counselling |
BPharm | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 50% | CUET-UG |
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Placements
Lucknow University has an excellent placement record, with students securing lucrative job offers every year. During the 2023 placement drives UG-3 UG-3-year and UG 4-year students secured the median package of INR 7.9 LPA and INR 7.5 LPA, respectively.
Particulars | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
UG 3-Year Median | INR 4.7 LPA | INR 7.35 LPA | INR 7.95 LPA |
UG 4-Year Median | INR 5.66 LPA | INR 6.21 LPA | INR 7.50 LPA |
UG 5-Year Median | INR 6.95 LPA | INR 7.91 LPA | INR 8.12 LPA |
PG 1-Year Median | INR 6.1 LPA | INR 6.15 LPA | INR 7.65 LPA |
PG 2-Year Median | INR 5.78 LPA | INR 7.21 LPA | INR 7.45 LPA |
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Scholarships
Lucknow University provides a great deal of scholarship opportunities to students based on their merits and needs. The scholarships and concessions offered at the university include the Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship and Karmyogi Scheme. Interested candidates can check their eligibility and benefits of these scholarships in the table below:
Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Benefits |
Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship | - Annual parental income ≤ INR 3 lakh - Minimum 60% aggregate in the previous exam - 75% attendance - No backlogs - Enrolled in self-finance/regular courses - Not involved in unlawful activities | Financial support for tuition fees or other educational expenses. |
Karmyogi Scheme | - Same eligibility as above | Financial aid to support students' needs. |
University of Lucknow - [LU]
Infrastructure
The university is spread over 219 acres of campus area consisting of a yoga center, child care center, guest house, canteens, healthcare centers and much more. Lucknow University is also known for its clean hostels and canteen facilities.
Facility | Description |
Campus Area | Spreads over 219.01 acres with various modern facilities. |
Library | Three libraries: Tagore Library (central research library with over 5.53 lakh books, 10,000 theses and online resources), Cyber Library and Cooperative Lending Library. |
Hostels | 11 boys' hostels and 5 girls' hostels with amenities like water purifiers, mess, TV, laundry services and surveillance systems. |
Sports Complex | Facilities include badminton, basketball, cricket, football, chess, and table tennis. |
Labs | Includes Computer, Biochemistry, Language, Engineering Physics, and Mechanical Engineering labs, among others. |
Cafeteria | Provides hygienic food options for students and staff. |
Gym | Equipped with modern fitness equipment. |
Health Services | On-campus medical and healthcare center. |
Wi-Fi Campus | Offers internet connectivity throughout the campus. |
Auditorium | Space for hosting events, seminars, and cultural programs. |