University of Lucknow MA Anthropology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. University of Lucknow accepts the CUET-PG score for admission to MA Anthropology. The CUET-PG 2026 examination was conducted from March 6 to March 27, 2026, with results declared on April 24, 2026. Candidates must register on the NTA portal and select the Anthropology subject paper. The CUET-PG is a national-level exam conducted by the National Testing Agency for PG admissions across central and participating state universities.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year MA Anthropology programme at University of Lucknow is INR 16,480, payable at INR 4,120 per semester across four semesters. A refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 is collected at the time of admission and returned at the end of the course. The application fee for PG non-professional courses is INR 1,500 for General/OBC/EWS candidates.

Ans. Yes. University of Lucknow maintains a single combined merit list for both M.Sc. and M.A. Anthropology using the CUET-PG score. The choice between M.Sc. and M.A. streams is made at the counselling stage based on the candidate’s rank and preference, not at the time of application or registration. This means a single CUET-PG application gives access to both programmes, and seat allocation is determined during the online counselling round.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in any stream under the 10+2+3 or 10+2+4 pattern from a recognised university. A minimum aggregate of 45% is required for General, OBC, and EWS applicants. SC/ST and PwBD candidates are eligible with 40% aggregate marks. Final-year undergraduate students are also allowed to apply. A valid CUET-PG score in the Anthropology subject paper is mandatory for all categories.

Ans. Students can apply for the Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship offered by the university, which provides up to INR 15,000 or the actual course fee, whichever is lower. To be eligible, students must have scored at least 60% in the previous exam, have a family income below INR 3 lakhs per annum, and maintain at least 75% attendance. SC/ST and OBC students may also apply for the UP State Scholarship through the National Scholarship Portal, with registration opening in October each year.