Varu Institute of Professional Studies Lucknow M.Sc Information Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc. IT programme at VIPS Lucknow is INR 1,28,000 as per data published for the 2026 academic year. This is the programme-level total and may be revised by the University of Lucknow for subsequent sessions. SC/ST students may receive full reimbursement through the UP Post Matric Scholarship if the income criterion is met and the application is submitted on time.

Ans. Admission is based on the CUET-PG score conducted by NTA. Candidates register at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in, appear for the examination held between March and April, and then apply through the University of Lucknow admission portal for counselling. Merit is determined by the CUET-PG score and the university’s published merit list for the M.Sc. IT programme.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related Science discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks. SC/ST candidates require a minimum of 45%. A valid CUET-PG score is mandatory for applying through the University of Lucknow counselling process.

Ans. Yes. VIPS Lucknow is affiliated to the University of Lucknow, one of the oldest and most reputed state universities in Uttar Pradesh. The M.Sc. IT degree awarded on completion is a University of Lucknow degree, recognised by UGC and valid for higher education and government employment purposes across India.

Ans. Yes. SC/ST and OBC-NCL students may apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship, which provides full tuition fee reimbursement for eligible students with a family income below INR 2 lakh per year. Students may also apply through the National Scholarship Portal for additional central government schemes applicable to postgraduate students. Applications must be submitted annually before the portal deadline.

Ans. Graduates typically pursue roles in IT support, software testing, database management, and systems administration. The University of Lucknow affiliation is recognised for government recruitment purposes. Graduates may also pursue PhD admissions or prepare for state and central government examinations requiring a postgraduate degree in science or technology.