Lucknow University: Ranking, Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements

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Venushree Agarwal
Venushree Agarwal

Updated on - Dec 4, 2025

Lucknow University is one of the oldest government-owned Indian research universities in Lucknow and was set up in 1920. The university has 227 affiliated colleges, 16 institutes or centers, and 30 departments. The Lucknow University campus has a huge majestic building that has been constructed on 75 acres of land. It offers state-of-the-art facilities to students for a better learning experience. In 2025, the University of Lucknow has been ranked 28th among top colleges in India by EduRank.

Lucknow University offers more than 80 courses at UG, PG, and Ph.D. levels. Admissions to Lucknow University are based on valid entrance exam scores like UGET, PGET, UGPET, LUMET, LUCRET, CUET UG, CUET PG, etc. For programs like B.Tech, B.Pharm, and MCA, candidates are allotted seats based on UPTAC counselling.

During 2024 placements, Lucknow University median package for UG 3-year programs stood at INR 8,10,500 LPA. For PG 2-year programs, the university offered a median package of INR 7,86,320 LPA. Complete details related to the University of Lucknow, including courses and fees, admission criteria, cutoff details, placement data, rankings, etc., are given below:  

Lucknow University Highlights 2025

The Lucknow University was set up by Raja Sir Mohammad Ali Mohammad Khan in 1920. It is a public state university located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The highlights, such as approvals, accreditation, university type, approvals, facilities, etc., are mentioned below:

Lucknow University
Type of University Public State University
Chancellor Governor of Uttar Pradesh
Year of Establishment 1920
Area 219 Acres
Approvals AICTE, UGC
Accreditation NAAC, AIU, BCI
Courses Offered UG, PG, Doctorate, Diploma, PG Diploma
No: of Affiliated Colleges 545
No: of Institutes/ Centres 17
Campus Area 219.01 Acres
Location Hasanganj, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Lucknow University Courses & Fees

Lucknow University courses are offered at various levels- undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. Below is a brief overview of the different Lucknow University courses,along with their fees structure and eligibility criteria:

Course Name

Total Fees

Eligibility Criteria

BBA

INR 2,13,740

10+2 with 40% for General/OBC, 33% for SC/ST (Commerce/Science/Arts) + LUGET/LUMET

BSc

INR 25,154 - INR 2,14,154

10+2 with 40% for General/OBC, 33% for SC/ST in relevant subjects + UGET

BCom

INR 25,154 - INR 94,154

10+2 with 40% for General/OBC, 33% for SC/ST in Commerce/Economics/Mathematics + UGET

BA

INR 19,154 - INR 94,154

10+2 with 33% for General/OBC, 33% for SC/ST + UGET

BTech

INR 4,83,500

10+2 with 45% + JEE Main 

MBA

INR 3,24,000

Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks for General/OBC (45% for SC/ST) + LUMET

MSc

INR 13,724 - INR 2,47,724

Bachelor’s degree in relevant subject with 45% for General/OBC, 40% for SC/ST + PGET

PhD

INR 34,550 - INR 1,28,550

Master’s degree with 55% + LUCRET

Lucknow University Admission 2025

Lucknow University admissions are based on entrance examinations. Students seeking admission at Lucknow University must fulfill the eligibility criteria set by the university and appear for the respective entrance examination. Interested students should follow the below-mentioned criteria for Lucknow University admissions:

  • BBA: Candidates seeking admission to BBA must appear for the UGPET exam.
  • BTech: Candidates seeking admission to BTech must appear for the JEE Main and participate in UPTAC Counselling for the seat allotment process.
  • BSc: Candidates seeking admission to BSc must appear for the UGET exam.
  • MSc: Candidates seeking admission to MSc must appear for the PGET exam.
  • MBA: Candidates seeking admission to MBA must appear for the LUMET and participate in Group Discussion and Personal Interview processes.
  • PhD: Candidates seeking admission to PhD must appear for the LUCRET and appear for an interview.

Lucknow University Admission 2025 Dates

The following table provides all the important dates and events relevant to Lucknow University admission 2025:

Event

Date

Last Date to Report to the Institute for BAMS/BSMS/BUMS/BHMS Admission 2025

 September 5 to 12, 2025

Last Date to Report to the Institute for MBA Admission 2025

September 08, 2025

Lucknow University Cutoff 2025 (Expected)

Lucknow University cutoff 2025 has been released. For admission to the B.tech program, Lucknow University accepts scores of JEE Main, followed by UPTAC counselling. Course-Wise Round 1 opening and closing ranks of Lucknow University JEE Main cutoff for 2025 are given below for general category students:

Program

Round 1 Opening Rank

Round 1 Closing Rank

B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)

69420

123401

B.Tech in Electrical Engineering

118603

157094

B.Tech in Civil Engineering

156460

219694

B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering

50286

108622

B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

121788

191371

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Lucknow University Ranking

Lucknow University is recognized by NIRF and is honored by many organizations for its outstanding performance in imparting education in various disciplines. Below is an overview of Lucknow University rankings for 2025:

Ranking Body Stream/Category Rank 2025
NIRF State Public Universities  27
NIRF Law 29
NIRF Dental 29
NIRF University 98
EduRank World 1611
EduRank Asia 462
EduRank India 28
EduRank Uttar Pradesh 4
EduRank Lucknow 1
EduRank Toxicology 457
EduRank Computational Chemistry 520
EduRank Horticulture 638
EduRank Alumni Impact 696
EduRank Non-academic Prominence 2668

Lucknow University Placements

Lucknow University has a Central Placement Cell that conducts a placement drive every year. The highlights of Lucknow University Placement 2024 are given in the table below:

Particulars Course Placement Statistics (2023-24)
Median Package UG (3 Years) INR 8,10,500 LPA
Number of Students Qualified 291
Number of Students Placed 180
Median Package UG (4 Years) INR 7,99,020 LPA
Number of Students Qualified 296
Number of Students Placed 196
Median Package UG (5 Years) INR 8,38,500 LPA
Number of Students Qualified 155
Number of Students Placed 121
Median Package PG (1 Year) INR 8,01,230 LPA
Number of Students Qualified 24
Number of Students Placed 21
Median Package PG (2 Years) INR 7,86,320 LPA
Number of Students Qualified 3059
Number of Students Placed 1923

Lucknow University Top Recruiters

Some of the top recruiters who visited Lucknow University were:

Byjus Brooke India IDBI Federal
Aditya Birla Group IDEA MRF Tyres
HCL Wipro Cognizant
CCD VLCC Bajaj Capital

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Lucknow University Result 

Lucknow University results 2025 for odd and even semesters are available on the official website. Semester results and the upgradation and fourth allotment results of various programs are available on candidate login. Candidates can log in view the allotted seats and submit their fees on the UnLOC portal.

Read More: Lucknow University Result

Lucknow University Campus

Lucknow University offers a wide collection of infrastructure facilities to accommodate students from all over the state. The central library of the university is popularly known as the Tagore Library was designed by Sir Walter Burley Griffin. It houses 5.25 lakh books, 50,000 journals, and approximately 10,000 copies of approved Ph.D. and D.Litt. dissertations. There is also an online version of the library available on its website. The other facilities of the university include the following:

  • Sports
  • Health and Medical Centre
  • Canteen
  • Child Care Centre
  • Yoga Centre
  • Hostels
  • Guest House
  • Happy Thinking Lab
  • Lucknow University Consultancy Clinic
  • Counseling and Guidance Cell

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Lucknow University Distance Education

Lucknow University is a part of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) and Distance Education Council (DEC). In distance learning, Lucknow University offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs. Admission to the courses is based on the marks secured in the qualifying examination. Moreover, students who graduate from the distance education program get placed in reputed organizations across the country. 

Lucknow University Affiliated Colleges

Lucknow University has 227 affiliated colleges functioning under it. India Today has ranked a few commerce colleges as best in the city of Lucknow in the category "City-Wise Ranking- Best Commerce Colleges" and they are listed below:

Ranking Top Affiliated Colleges of Lucknow University
1
2 Bhalchandra Group Of Institutions
3
4

Lucknow University Collaborations

Lucknow University has signed a total of 34 collaborations with national and international institutions. These collaborations serve various purposes, including research, providing spiritual, value, and cultural education, technological exchange, and faculty and student exchange programs among each other. Given below is the list of a few MoUs signed by Lucknow University.

International Collaborations

Country Partner University
USA California State University Longbeach, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh
Latvia Rezekne Academy of Technologies, Rezekne
Korea Youngsan University
Germany Martin Luther University
Italy GEOLOGY

National Collaborations

  • ONGC
  • Birbal Sahni Institute of Paleobotany
  • Heartfulness Education Trust
  • Manavodaya Institute of Participatory Development
  • Indian Association of Tour Operators - IATO (Industry Partner)
  • National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Raebareli
  • 112 Emergency Services UP
  • CSIR-CIMAP
  • UPDMA.

Lucknow University Notable Alumni

Lucknow University maintains an alumni network of the university and is seen across various disciplines, working with various reputed and top tech companies spread across the globe. The following table shows the list of some of the notable alumni of the university:

Notable Alumni Profession
Arif Mohammad Khan Politician, Former Union Minister, Governor of Kerala
Ashutosh Tandon (Gopal Tandon) Cabinet Minister in Government of Uttar Pradesh
Zakir Husain Khan Third President of India (1967-69)
Adarsh Sein Anand Former Chief Justice of India and Former Chairman of the National Human Rights Commission
Amitabh Bhattacharya Indian lyricist and playback singer
Swami Chinmayananda Saraswati Founder of Chinmaya Mission
Anup Jalota Indian Singer, Musician, and Actor

Lucknow University vs Allahabad University vs BBAU

The table below compares Lucknow University, Allahabad University, and Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU) based on key factors to help students in selecting the right institution. 

Factors

Lucknow University

Allahabad University

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU)

Established Year

1920

1887

1996

NIRF Ranking (Overall, 2024)

151–200

101–150

58

Campus Size

219 acres

100 acres

250 acres

Popular Courses

B.Tech, BA, BCA, B.Com, MBA, MA, M.Sc, LL.B, BBA

BA, B.Sc, B.Com, B.Tech, MA, M.Sc, LL.B, MBA, LL.M

B.Tech, BBA, B.Sc, B.Com, MBA, M.Sc, LL.M, BBA LL.B, M.Pharma

Fees Range

INR 6,447–INR 4,87,000

INR 2,000–INR 1,50,000

INR 5,000–INR 4,40,000

Admission Criteria

Merit and entrance-based (UGET, PGET, JEE Main, CUET UG/PG)

Merit and entrance-based (CUET UG/PG, JEE Main)

Merit and entrance-based (CUET UG/PG, JEE Main, CAT, GPAT)

B.Tech Cutoff

115384–256430 (JEE Main, 2024)

10000–40000 (JEE Main, 2024)

20000–50000 (JEE Main, 2024)

Highest Package

INR 23.61 LPA (2024)

INR 15 LPA (2023)

INR 11.85 LPA (UG, 2024)

Why Choose Lucknow University?

Lucknow University with many years of expertise has been marked for the 1st time globally in the Times Higher Education Ranking. It has well-experienced and professional faculties of fine arts, education, law, commerce, science, arts, and Ayurveda. It has 5 institutes and centres in the fields of management science, tourism science, development studies, urban studies & women's studies. The following are the best features of the university:

  • It has a Child Care Centre to help working mothers (from the teaching and non-teaching staff) to carry out their dual roles, of home and work.
  • There is an in-house medical facility in the form of a dispensary.
  • Its psychology department offers an exclusive 'happy thinking laboratory' to help students clarify their thoughts and manage their stress levels.

Lucknow University Academic Advantages

  • It is the top state-funded generalist university in the state of Uttar Pradesh.  
  • It has been ranked one of the 63 top institutions in the Time Higher Education (THE) ranking.
  • Within 3 years of its establishment, the faculty of engineering of Lucknow University has made its mark in a global ranking.

Lucknow University Highlights

Institution Type Public
Faculty Student Ratio 1:70
Total Faculty 10
Year of Establishment 1867
Genders Accepted Co-Ed
Student Enrollment 16365
Total Area (In Acre) 146
Construction Area (Sq. M) 225744
Website www.lkouniv.ac.in
Accredited by NAAC-A

Lucknow University Rankings

Publisher Ranking & Year Criteria
#29 in 2025 Dental
#29 in 2025 Law
#23 in 2024 Law
#32 in 2024 State Public University
#97 in 2024 University
#13 in 2022 Law

Lucknow University Courses & Fees 2025

Course Average Fees Duration Action
BTech ₹4,80,000 4 Years
MBA ₹84,000 2 Years
MCA ₹3,36,480 3 Years
B.P.Ed ₹1,00,120 2 Years
BA ₹27,764 3 Years
BBA ₹2,02,980 3 Years
BCA ₹2,11,480 3 Years
BSc ₹34,328 3 Years
MSc ₹77,533 2 Years
BCom ₹97,480 3 Years

Lucknow University Courses and Fee Structure

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Courses offered by Lucknow University

MBA [Master of Business Administration]

Offline On Campus

Exams Accepted: LUMET

₹ 84,000 (2 Years)

Exams Accepted: LUMET

₹ 3,36,480 (3 Years)

₹ 1,00,120 (2 Years)

₹ 2,02,980 (3 Years)

₹ 2,11,480 (3 Years)

₹ 97,480 (3 Years)

₹ 1,12,120 (2 Years)

MD [Doctor of Medicine]

Offline On Campus

₹ 13,500 (3 Years)

LLM [Master of Laws]

Offline On Campus

₹ 25,980 (2 Years)

₹ 68,120 (2 Years)

₹ 62,120 (2 Years)

₹ 70,300 (2 Years)

₹ 77,453 (2 Years)

₹ 39,280 (3 Years)

₹ 17,136 (4 Years)

₹ 68,658 (2 Years)

₹ 1,12,320 (2 Years)

₹ 1,14,120 (2 Years)

₹ 42,000 (4 Years)

Master of Library [M.Lib]

Offline On Campus

₹ 42,060 (1 Year)

Lucknow University BTech JEE Main Cutoff 2025 - General

Lucknow University BTech JEE Main cutoff 2025 has been released for Round 4. The overall Lucknow University BTech cutoff 2025 Closing Rank for General category is 120332 for Computer Science and Engineering and 254154 for Civil Engineering. Lucknow University JEE Main Cutoff 2025 for BTech admission is listed below.

B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] Round 4 (Closing Rank)
Computer Science and Engineering
120332
Computer Science & Engineering (Artificial Intelligence)
137658
Electronics & Communication
161476
Electrical Engineering
180378
Mechanical Engineering
207798
Civil Engineering
254154
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Exams Accepted by Lucknow University

JEE Main

Exam Date: Jan 22, 2025

Result Date: Feb 12, 2025

UPTU

Exam Date: May 15, 2025

CAT

FAQs on Lucknow University

Q: What are the basic amenities provided by Lucknow University?

A: Lucknow University provides all the basic facilities to the students like Sports, Health & Medical Center, Canteen, Placement Cell, Counselling & Guidance Cell, Hostel, Computer Center, Guest House & a lot more.

Q: Has Lucknow University released the merit list for UG, PG, and Ph.D. programs for 2022?

A: No, Lucknow University has released the cut-off and merit list for 2021 but not for 2022.

Q: Which UG courses are offered by the University of Lucknow?

A: The University of Lucknow offers many UG courses like B.Tech and B.Tech Lateral, BA, BA (Hons.), B.Com, B.Sc, BVA, BBA, BCA, B.Lb.Sic and many more.

Q: How much percentage is required for admission in the University of Lucknow?

A: The minimum percentage required for admission into Lucknow University is 50% for general and 45% for SC and ST candidates.

Q: Is there any entrance exam for the University of Lucknow admission?

A: Yes, the University of Lucknow conducts the university-level entrance exam every year. MBA admissions are based on the performance in CAT. Whereas, BTech admissions are based on JEE Main scores.

Q: Is there any dress code at the University of Lucknow?

A: Yes, candidates must follow a decent dress code once they are out of their hostel rooms.

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Overall Rating

2.6

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Distribution of Rating

>4-5 star

13

>3-4 star

20

>2-3 star

29

1-2 star

5

Academics & Faculty

3.3

Fees & Scholarships

3.3

Placements & Internships

2.9

College Infrastructure & Hostel Facilities

3.2

Clubs & Associations

3.2

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