University of Lucknow (LU) admits students through its own entrance tests for many courses and accepts national exam scores for selected programmes. The university was established in 1921 and offers over 80 postgraduate programmes and 20 undergraduate programmes in Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Education, and Fine Arts.
For admission, BA, B.Sc, and B.Com applicants appear for the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET), while most PG applicants take the Postgraduate Entrance Test (PGET). B.Tech admission is through JEE Main and UPTAC counselling. Application fees include a one-time LURN registration fee of INR 100, UG application fees of INR 1,200 for General/OBC and INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD, and PG application fees listed by programme type below.
Application portal: lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in
UG Admission 2026
Lucknow University uses UGET for BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BJMC, BVA, BBA, BCA, B.P.Ed, and Diploma in Pharmacy admissions. CUET UG is not used for general UG admission at LU. Before filling the course form, students must create a Lucknow University Registration Number (LURN) on the Samarth portal.
UGET Eligibility
| Programme | Minimum Qualification |
| BA / B.Sc / B.Com | 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST |
| BBA / BCA | 10+2 from a recognised board with minimum 50% for General/OBC and 45% for SC/ST |
| BJMC / BVA / B.P.Ed | 10+2 from a recognised board |
| Diploma in Pharmacy | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects |
UGET Exam Pattern
| Component | Details |
| Mode | Offline, pen-and-paper |
| Question Type | Multiple Choice Questions, or MCQs |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 200, with 2 marks for each question |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Negative Marking | None |
UG Application Process
- Register at lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in and pay the one-time LURN fee of INR 100.
- Complete the centralised UG admission form online.
- Upload scanned Aadhaar, photograph, and signature in JPEG format, with each file up to 50 KB.
- Pay the UG application fee: INR 1,200 for General/OBC and INR 600 for SC/ST/PwD.
- Download the admit card from the portal when it is released.
- Appear for UGET at the allotted centre and then take part in counselling and document verification.
LU follows Uttar Pradesh state reservation rules: SC 21%, OBC 27%, ST 2%, and EWS 10%.
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission at Lucknow University is not part of UGET. Students need a valid JEE Main 2026 score and must take part in UPTAC, the UP State Technical Admissions Counselling process. The Faculty of Engineering has 450 B.Tech seats.
| Detail | Information |
| Entrance Exam | JEE Main 2026 |
| Counselling Body | UPTAC, or UP State Technical Admissions Counselling |
| Total B.Tech Seats | 450 |
| Eligibility | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 55% aggregate, and a valid JEE Main 2026 score |
Law Admission
LU offers three law routes. The 3-year LLB and 5-year BA LLB use university-level entrance tests. The 5-year BBA LLB uses CLAT 2026 scores, and vacant seats after CLAT allocation are filled through UGET.
5-Year BA LLB
The integrated BA LLB course has 330 seats and receives over 8,000 applicants each year. Admission is based on LU's BA LLB Entrance Test.
| Detail | Information |
| Total Seats | 330 |
| Eligibility | 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with minimum 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST |
| Exam Pattern | 100 MCQs, 200 marks, 2 marks for each question, 90 minutes, and no negative marking |
| Sections | Legal General Awareness, General Awareness, Reasoning and Mental Ability, History, Geography, General Science, and Polity |
| Current Affairs Coverage | Current affairs from the preceding six months are included |
3-Year LLB
The 3-year LLB course has 320 seats. Graduates from any discipline recognised by the Bar Council of India can apply, and LU conducts its own LLB Entrance Test for this course.
| Detail | Information |
| Total Seats | 320 |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree such as BA, B.Sc, B.Com, or equivalent from a UGC-recognised university |
| Minimum Marks | 50% for General/OBC and 45% for SC/ST |
| Expected Applicants | Over 7,000 applicants are expected in 2026 |
| Application Fee (General/OBC) | INR 1,000 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | INR 500 |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
5-Year BBA LLB
The BBA LLB programme is approved by BCI and has 180 seats. LU fills these seats through CLAT 2026 scores first, and any remaining seats are offered through UGET.
| Detail | Information |
| Total Seats | 180 |
| Application Fee (General/OBC/EWS) | INR 1,500 |
| Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | INR 750 |
| CLAT Score Minimum (General) | 60 out of 120 |
| CLAT Score Minimum (OBC/SC/ST/PwD) | 54 out of 120 |
| Eligibility | 10+2 or equivalent with minimum 45% for General, 42% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
PG Admission 2026
Lucknow University conducts PGET for more than 86 postgraduate courses in humanities, sciences, commerce, social sciences, fine arts, education, journalism, and social work. If applications for a course are fewer than the available seats, LU can skip PGET and give admission by direct merit. MCA admission is based on CUET PG 2026.
PG Eligibility
| Programme | Minimum Qualification |
| MA (all subjects) | Relevant bachelor's degree with minimum 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST |
| M.Sc (all subjects) | B.Sc in the relevant science subject with minimum 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST |
| M.Com | B.Com or equivalent with minimum 45% for General/OBC and 40% for SC/ST |
| MCA | Bachelor's degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level, minimum 50% marks, and admission through CUET PG 2026 |
| M.Ed | B.Ed or equivalent with minimum 50% marks |
PGET Exam Pattern
PGET is an offline test based on MCQs. The paper has 100 questions for 200 marks, runs for 90 minutes, and has no negative marking. Questions are drawn from the undergraduate syllabus of the relevant subject.
PG Application Process
- Create a LURN on lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in.
- Fill the PG admission form for the chosen programme.
- Upload the required scanned documents.
- Pay the application fee: INR 1,500 for non-professional PG courses under General/OBC, INR 2,000 for professional PG courses under General/OBC, and INR 750-1,000 for SC/ST/PwD.
- For MCA, submit the CUET PG 2026 score and complete centralised choice filling.
- For PGET-based courses, appear for the entrance test at the allotted centre and then complete counselling and document verification.
MBA Admission
For MBA admission in 2026-27, LU mainly uses CAT 2025 scores. Seats left vacant after CAT-based admission are filled through LUMET, the Lucknow University Management Entrance Test. CUET PG scores are also accepted. Final selection gives 70% weightage to the written test score and 30% weightage to the Personal Interview.
MBA specialisations include General Management, Finance and Control, Marketing, Human Resource Management, International Business, Pharmaceutical Management, and Tourism and Travel Management. The total MBA seat intake is 540.
| Detail | Information |
| Primary Entrance | CAT 2025 |
| Secondary Entrance | LUMET 2026 / CUET PG 2026 |
| CAT Minimum Percentile (General) | 50 percentile |
| CAT Minimum Percentile (Reserved) | 45 percentile |
| Selection Process | Written Test Score (70%) + Personal Interview (30%) |
| Total MBA Seats | 540 |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 50% for General/OBC and 45% for SC/ST |
LUMET Exam Pattern
| Section | Coverage |
| General Awareness | Current affairs, business, and economy |
| English Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | Grammar, vocabulary, and passages |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning | Graphs, tables, and logical puzzles |
| Quantitative Aptitude | Arithmetic, algebra, and statistics |
LUMET is conducted as a pen-and-paper test. It has 100 MCQs for 200 marks, a duration of 90 minutes, and no negative marking.
Ph.D. Admission 2026
Lucknow University Ph.D. admission is based on the Research Entrance Test (RET) and a Personal Interview. The selection weightage is 70% for RET and 30% for the interview. Candidates who have qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, JRF, GATE, or SLET do not have to take RET and move straight to the interview stage.
Ph.D. programmes are offered across Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Management, Education, and Fine Arts. Applicants must have a relevant master's degree from a UGC-recognised university. Applications are submitted online through lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in, and Ph.D. applicants are also directed to lurn.lkouniv.ac.in.
Ph.D. Key Details
| Detail | Information |
| Application Portal | lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in |
| Entrance Test | Research Entrance Test (RET) |
| RET Exemption | UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / JRF / GATE / SLET qualified candidates |
| Selection Weightage | RET (70%) + Personal Interview (30%) |
Ph.D. Eligibility
| Category | Minimum Marks in Master's Degree |
| General / OBC / EWS | 55% |
| SC / ST / PwD | 50% |
Diploma Admission 2026
Diploma in Pharmacy is included in LU's UGET-based admission process. Students must have passed 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. The course is listed with the UG and UG-professional admission group, so applicants first create a LURN and then complete the online admission form.
| Course | Admission Requirement |
| Diploma in Pharmacy | 10+2 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects; admission through the UGET admission process |
Scholarships
Lucknow University students can apply for scholarship support from the Uttar Pradesh government and from university-level schemes. The UP Government Scholarship gives full tuition fee reimbursement to SC/ST students and income-based reimbursement to General/OBC/EWS students from families earning below INR 2 lakh per year.
| Scholarship | Eligibility / Benefit |
| UP Government Scholarship (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee reimbursement for SC/ST students |
| UP Government Scholarship (General/OBC/EWS) | Income-based reimbursement for students with family income below INR 2 lakh per annum |
| Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship (University) | Up to INR 15,000 per year for students with minimum 60% marks and family income below INR 3 lakh per annum |
| Karmyogi Scheme (University) | Financial help for students with demonstrated need on a merit-cum-means basis |
| Merit-Based Tuition Waiver | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver for students with CGPA 9.2 and above |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
Scholarship money is sent directly to students' bank accounts after document verification. State government scholarship applications must be submitted separately at scholarship.up.gov.in.
FAQs on University of Lucknow Admission 2026
Is CUET UG required for BA, B.Sc, or B.Com at LU?
No. LU uses its own Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET) for BA, B.Sc, B.Com, BBA, BCA, BJMC, and other UG courses. CUET UG is not used for general UG admission at Lucknow University, but CUET PG scores are accepted for MCA.
What happens after a student applies for UGET at Lucknow University?
After the UGET form process, LU releases admit cards, conducts the entrance test, and then moves eligible students to counselling and seat allotment. Students should keep checking the admission portal for the active schedule.
Which test is used for law admission at Lucknow University?
LU conducts its own entrance tests for the 3-year LLB and 5-year BA LLB. The 5-year BBA LLB is filled through CLAT 2026 scores first, and leftover seats are filled through UGET. CLAT is not required for the 3-year LLB or BA LLB course.
How many seats are offered in LU law courses?
The BA LLB course has 330 seats and receives more than 8,000 applicants in a usual year. The 3-year LLB course has 320 seats, with over 7,000 expected applicants in 2026.
What is the selection method for MBA at Lucknow University?
MBA admission mainly uses CAT 2025 scores, with a minimum of 50 percentile for General category students and 45 percentile for reserved category students. Seats not filled through CAT are offered through LUMET 2026, and CUET PG scores are also accepted. The final score gives 70% weightage to the written test and 30% to the Personal Interview.
Does B.Tech admission at LU use UGET?
No. B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main 2026 scores through UPTAC, or UP State Technical Admissions Counselling. The engineering faculty has 450 B.Tech seats, and students must complete UPTAC registration and eligibility steps separately.
Who can get exemption from the LU Ph.D. RET?
Students who have qualified UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, JRF, GATE, or SLET are exempted from the Research Entrance Test. They directly attend the Personal Interview. For other applicants, selection uses 70% RET weightage and 30% interview weightage.
What is the first step for applying to Lucknow University?
Students must first generate a Lucknow University Registration Number (LURN) through lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in and pay the INR 100 registration fee. After that, they can fill the course-wise application form and pay the required application fee. Ph.D. applicants are also directed to lurn.lkouniv.ac.in.
Which scholarships can LU students apply for?
Students may apply for the UP Government Scholarship, which gives full tuition reimbursement to SC/ST students and income-based support to other eligible students. LU also offers the Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship of up to INR 15,000 per year, the Karmyogi Scheme, and a merit-based tuition waiver of up to 100% for students with CGPA 9.2 and above. State scholarship forms are submitted at scholarship.up.gov.in.