University of Lucknow B.Tech: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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25 Jul, 2026 UPTAC 2026 BTech Round 2 seat allotment out. Pay seat acceptance fee and select Freeze, Float or Slide by Jul 26. Round 3 choice locking is scheduled for Jul 27-28, 2026. Read news!

University of Lucknow B.Tech is a 4-year full-time engineering programme offered in 6 specialisations including Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Civil, Mechanical, Electronics and Communication, and Electrical Engineering. The Faculty of Engineering and Technology admits 390 students annually through JEE Main merit and UPTAC counselling. Total programme fees are INR 4,87,000 for all branches. A 3-year Lateral Entry route for Mechanical Engineering is also available at INR 3,67,000.

📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Seat allotment via UPTAC Counselling began July 2026.


Key Points

  • LU is among the few state universities in UP to offer a dedicated B.Tech in Artificial Intelligence alongside legacy branches like CSE, Civil, and ECE
  • UPTAC counselling for LU B.Tech uses JEE Main national scores, the same merit gateway used for NIT admissions in UP, requiring no separate entrance exam
  • ONGC is among the top engineering recruiters at LU, with the highest package of INR 23.61 LPA recorded in recent placement drives

LU B.Tech Fees 2026

All 6 regular B.Tech specialisations carry an identical fee structure. The Lateral Entry programme for Mechanical Engineering costs less owing to its 3-year duration.

CourseTotal Fees
B.Tech CSE / AI / Civil / Mechanical / ECE / Electrical (4 Years)INR 4,87,000
B.Tech Lateral Entry Mechanical (3 Years)INR 3,67,000
  • Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.

LU B.Tech Admission 2026

Important Dates

EventDate
JEE Main 2026 Session 1January to February 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2April 2026
JEE Main 2026 ResultMarch to April 2026
UPTAC Registration and Choice FillingMay to June 2026
UPTAC Counselling and Seat AllotmentJuly to August 2026
Commencement of ClassesAugust 2026 (Tentative)
  • JEE Main is conducted by NTA.
  • UPTAC counselling is managed by AKTU.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

  • 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board with minimum 60% aggregate
  • Valid JEE Main 2026 score is mandatory for UPTAC counselling eligibility
  • For Lateral Entry: 3-year Engineering Diploma with 60% minimum and valid UPCET score

Admission Process

  • Register on the UPTAC portal after JEE Main 2026 result declaration
  • Fill college and branch preferences in order of priority on the UPTAC portal
  • Seat allotment is released in multiple rounds based on JEE Main rank and category
  • Allotted candidates report for document verification at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology
  • Admission is confirmed after fee payment at the university

LU B.Tech vs Other Colleges

Here is how University of Lucknow B.Tech compares with similar UP engineering colleges on fees, entrance exams, cutoff, and placements.

CollegeFeesExamsCutoffSalaryCD Rating
University of Lucknow4.9 LJEE Main + UPTACJEE rank 108,622 to 457,543 (Gen HS, 2025)INR 8.0 LPA (Median, NIRF 2025)3.8/5
HBTU Kanpur5.3 LJEE Main + UPTACJEE rank 26,726 CSE (Gen AI, 2025)INR 6.5 LPA (Median, 2025)3.8/5
KNIT Sultanpur2.5 to 3.5 LJEE Main + UPTACJEE rank 63,242 CSE (Gen HS, 2024)INR 4.8 LPA (Avg, 2024)4.0/5
BHU Varanasi0.6 to 8.0 LCUET-UGCUET score 378 to 448 (2025)INR 8.5 LPA (Avg, 2025)3.9/5

✓ Opt for this if

  • JEE Main rank is between 1 Lakh and 4.5 Lakhs in General HS quota
  • INR 4.87 Lakhs total engineering fees fit your budget
  • Public sector recruiters like ONGC are part of your career plan
  • Lucknow city placement geography and network align with your goals

✗ Skip if

  • JEE Main rank under 50,000 gives access to an NIT through UPTAC
  • A standalone engineering campus culture is important to you
  • International placements or a startup incubation ecosystem is the priority

LU B.Tech Placement 2026

196 of 296 B.Tech graduates were placed in 2024-25, a rate of 66%. Median package was INR 8.0 LPA (NIRF 2025) and the highest was INR 23.61 LPA from ONGC.

MetricValue
Students Placed (2024-25)196 of 296
Placement Rate66%
Median PackageINR 8.0 LPA (NIRF 2025)
Highest PackageINR 23.61 LPA (ONGC)
Top RecruitersONGC, Infosys, TCS, IBM, Deloitte, Sopra Steria

LU B.Tech Scholarships 2026

B.Tech students at LU are eligible for UP state scholarships, central government schemes, and university merit awards.

ScholarshipAmountEligibilityDeadline
UP Government Post-Matric ScholarshipFull tuition reimbursementSC/ST category, income-based for OBCAs per state notification
Chhatra Kalyan ScholarshipUp to INR 15,000 per yearFamily income below INR 3 LakhsStart of academic term
LU Merit ScholarshipUp to 100% tuition waiverCGPA 9.2 and aboveAfter semester results
Central Sector ScholarshipINR 10,000 per yearTop 20 percentile in 12th, income below INR 8 LakhsAs per NSP portal
  • Apply for UP state scholarships at scholarship.up.gov.in.

University of Lucknow B.Tech Ranking

Ranking AgencyLatest
Collegedunia.com
#340 out of 500 (2025)
#26th Uttar Pradesh

LU B.Tech FAQs

Ques. How does B.Tech AI at LU differ from B.Tech CSE in curriculum and career prospects?

Ans. B.Tech AI focuses on machine learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and deep learning, while B.Tech CSE covers software engineering, databases, networks, and operating systems. AI aligns better with data science and analytics roles, while CSE is more versatile. Both attract similar recruiters at LU and carry the same fee of INR 4,87,000. Choose AI if you have a clear interest in intelligent systems and deep learning careers.

Ques. What is UPTAC and how does JEE Main rank determine a seat at LU B.Tech?

Ans. UPTAC is the Uttar Pradesh Technical Admission Counselling system managed by AKTU. After JEE Main results, candidates register, fill branch preferences, and lock choices on the UPTAC portal. Seat allotment runs in multiple rounds based on rank and category. LU B.Tech General HS closing ranks in 2025 ranged from 108,622 for competitive branches to 457,543 for less competitive ones. UP domicile holders apply under the Home State quota with a larger seat share.

Ques. What is the Lateral Entry B.Tech at LU and who is it for?

Ans. LU’s Lateral Entry B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering lets diploma holders join directly in the second year, completing the degree in 3 years at a total fee of INR 3,67,000. Eligibility requires a 3-year Engineering Diploma with 60% and a valid UPCET score. Admission goes through UPTAC counselling. This route suits diploma holders seeking a full B.Tech without repeating first year coursework.

Ques. Which B.Tech branch at LU offers the strongest placement outcome?

Ans. CSE and ECE attract the most IT recruiters at LU, including TCS, Infosys, IBM, and Sopra Steria. Civil and Mechanical graduates are largely hired by public sector units, with ONGC offering the highest package of INR 23.61 LPA. Overall placement rate was 66% in 2024-25 with a median of INR 8.0 LPA. Students targeting PSU roles prefer Mechanical or Civil, while IT aspirants choose CSE or AI.

Ques. How does LU B.Tech compare with HBTU Kanpur and KNIT Sultanpur on value?

Ans. LU’s INR 4.87 Lakh fee sits between KNIT Sultanpur (INR 2.5 to 3.5 Lakhs) and HBTU Kanpur (INR 5.3 Lakhs). HBTU has a more competitive JEE Main CSE cutoff of 26,726 All India rank in 2025, while KNIT closes at 63,242 General HS. LU’s median placement of INR 8.0 LPA is the highest among all three per NIRF 2025. LU’s AI branch and Lucknow location add further differentiation.

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shruti bajpai
Apr 3, 2024 19:38
How can I get admission in MSC food science and technology?
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Shikhar Srivas
Apr 7, 2024 23:12

Admission to the M.Sc. Food Science and Technology program at LU is based on an entrance exam conducted by the university. It's called the LU Food Processing and Technology Entrance Test. Your performance in the entrance exam and your academic merit in the last qualifying exam which will be considered for the final selection.

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shailja tripathi
Nov 12, 2022 06:36
Is BA Social science available in this university?
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Ashish Ramtari
Nov 12, 2022 22:09

Lucknow University does not offer BA in Social Science. Instead of this, the university offers BA in Social Work. 

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harsh singh
Oct 17, 2022 19:01
WHAT IS THE LATEST FEE STRUCTURE 2022-23 OF LUCKNOW UNIVERSITY ALONG WITH HOSTEL FEE IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE BRANCH
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Sinbad Chongtham
Oct 18, 2022 16:47

The total course fee for the B.Tech Artificial Intelligence program of Lucknow Univesity is INR 4.87 lakhs. The annual course fee for this program is INR 1.20 lakhs, but in the first year students are required to pay a sum of INR 1.26 lakhs. The hostel and mess fees are to paid separately. The university offers single and double occupancy rooms and the hostel fees are paid accordingly. The mess fee is around INR 25000 for six months.

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kavisha srivastava
Aug 22, 2022 20:23
What kind of questions will come in RET in psychology?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Aug 26, 2022 14:03

The RET of Lucknow University is conducted for 100 marks. There will be 100 MCQs which consist of 50% of research methodology and 50% shall be subject specific. The total time allotted for the exam is 90 minutes.

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reena gupta
Jul 4, 2022 15:00
I WANT TO TAKE ADMISSION IN PHD IN ENGLISH LITERATURE ,WHAT ARE THE PROCEDURE OF THIS ENTRANCE EXAM HOW TO APPLY ONLINE AND WHEN THE APPLICATION FORM FILLING WILL BE STARTED FOR THE SESSION 2022.
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Sinbad Chongtham
Jul 18, 2022 16:54

The Ph.D admission notice for the 2022-23 academic session is yet to be released. To get admission to the said course you must have a master’s degree in the relevant field with at least 55% marks. Admission will be granted based on RET scores and personal interview.

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roja vikram
Jun 6, 2022 12:28
my Daughter now studying in Bsc Economics can we apply for Msc Economics
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Chitransha
Jun 10, 2022 23:54

Lucknow University does not offer MSc in Economics course. This university offers an MSc course in various other specializations. These specializations are Statistics, Biostatistics, Geology, Zoology, Mathematics, Physics, Electronics, Chemistry, Plant Science, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Food Processing & Food Technology, and more. 

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laxmi yadav
Jun 5, 2022 15:13
How to apply for BSC computer science
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Chitransha
Jun 10, 2022 23:59

To apply for the BSc in Computer Science, you need to visit the official website of  Lucknow University. You need to fill up the application form by entering the necessary details on the registration portal. After uploading the documents and paying the fee you can submit the form.

For more information, refer to this link: Lucknow University B.Sc Admission Guidelines


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