Overview

University of Lucknow, also known as Lucknow University (LU), is a State University established in 1921 located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. The university has a main urban campus along with several affiliated colleges across Uttar Pradesh. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with an NAAC Grade: A (2023). The university is a member of the National Medical Commission (NMC) for medical courses and recognized by the Association of Indian Universities. Visit the official website at https://www.lkouniv.ac.in/.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Sir Harcourt Butler
• Vice-Chancellor: Prof. Alok Kumar Rai
• Student strength: Over 50,000 (including regular and affiliated)
• Departments/Faculties: 9 faculties, 60+ departments
• Contact: +91-522-2740450, info@lkouniv.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2023)
• NIRF Ranking: 96th in University category (2023) — NIRF 2023

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Education, Management, Engineering & Technology, Medicine, Pharmacy
• Popular UG Programs: BA, BSc, BCom, LLB, BTech, MBBS, BPharma
• Popular PG Programs: MA, MSc, MCom, LLM, MBA, MTech, MD, MPharma
• Diploma & PhD: Offered in several disciplines
• Duration: UG (3-4 years), PG (2 years), PhD varies
• Mode: Regular (mostly), some distance education through Directorate of Distance and Online Education
• Intake: Varies by program; MBBS intake ~150 seats

Admissions

• Mode: Mostly merit-based, entrance exams for professional courses
• Accepted Exams: CUET-UG for many UG courses, UPSEE/State CETs for engineering, NEET for medical, university-level entrance tests for some programs
• Timeline: Application open typically May-July for UG & PG; entrance results by August-September
• Admission Portal: https://www.lkouniv.ac.in/en/admission
• Apply Steps:
  1. Register online on the admission portal
  2. Fill application form and upload documents
  3. Pay application fee online
  4. Appear for entrance exams (if applicable)
  5. Check merit list and complete admission formalities in person

Eligibility

• UG Courses: 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 50% marks (varies per faculty)
• Engineering: 10+2 with Physics, Maths & Chemistry; qualifying CUET/UPSEE
• Medical: NEET qualification; 10+2 with PCB minimum 50%
• PG Courses: Bachelor's degree in relevant field with at least 50% marks
• Age: As per respective course norms
• Documents: Mark sheets, ID proof, domicile certificate (if applicable), entrance scorecard, passport size photos

Fee & Scholarships

• Fees (approx.):
  • UG Tuition: ₹5,000 – ₹20,000 per year
  • PG Tuition: ₹10,000 – ₹35,000 per year
  • Hostel Fees: ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 per year
  • Examination Fees: ₹1,000 – ₹3,000 per semester
• Scholarships: State govt scholarships, UGC scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS fee concessions, merit-based awards. Details available at LU Scholarships

Placements

• Placement Percentage: Approx. 60–70% for professional courses
• Average CTC: ₹3.5 LPA; Highest up to ₹8 LPA
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Accenture, HCL, Wipro, ICICI Bank, Medanta
• Placement Cell: LU Placement Cell
• Internships: Arranged via department-industry linkages

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys & girls with mess facility
• Sports: Grounds, gymnasium, indoor sports
• Labs & Library: Well-equipped state-of-the-art labs and Central Library with e-resources
• Healthcare: On-campus health centre with doctors
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide Wi-Fi, university buses connecting city
• Clubs & Fests: Cultural, literary, tech clubs; major annual fest “Wasan”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Eminent professors in social sciences, science & tech
• Research Centres: Centre for Nanotechnology, Environmental Studies, Biochemistry
• Grants & Patents: Funded by UGC, DST; patents on medicinal plants and engineering innovations
• MoUs: Collaborations with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Kanpur), CSIR labs, and various national institutions

Rankings

• NIRF 2023: Ranked 96th among Indian Universities — NIRF Official
• NAAC (2023): Grade A accreditation
• India Today 2023: Among top 50 universities in North India
• QS and Outlook rankings: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Merit Lists: Published on official portal Lucknow University Results
• Cut-Offs: Varies by course and category; e.g., CUET cut-offs available on CUET portal
• Seat Matrix: Detailed seats allocation available on admission brochure annually

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, Lucknow (~20 km)
• Railway Station: Lucknow Charbagh Railway Station (~5 km)
• Local Transport: City buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis connect campus to major city points

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission process for UG courses?
   A: Registration and application through the official portal, merit or entrance-based selection as per course, results announced online, followed by document verification.
2. Q: Does LU offer distance education?
   A: Yes, Directorate of Distance and Online Education offers selected UG and PG programs.
3. Q: What scholarships are available?
   A: State and central scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS along with merit and need-based scholarships.
4. Q: Are there hostel facilities?
   A: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess facilities are available.
5. Q: How can I check my exam results?
   A: Results are published on LU’s official results page.
6. Q: Which entrance exams are accepted?
   A: CUET, NEET, UPSEE, and LU’s own entrance tests depending on the course.
7. Q: What is the fee structure for engineering courses?
   A: Approximately ₹20,000 per year tuition plus hostel and exam fees.
8. Q: What are the placement opportunities?
   A: LU has an active placement cell with 60-70% placement in professional courses and reputed recruiters.
9. Q: Where can I find official notifications?
   A: On the university’s official site Notifications page.