Component

Amount (INR)

Tuition Fee (Annual)

INR 20,000

Hostel Charges

Hostel charges separate

Total Fees (3 years)

INR 60,000

City Group Lucknow BA Admission 2026

Event	Date
BA Application Closing	July 2026 (Tentative)
Merit List Declaration	July 2026 (Tentative)
Class Commencement	August 2026 (Tentative)

Admission is merit-based on 10+2 marks and no entrance examination is required.

Application forms are available at the City Group of Colleges admissions office or via the official portal.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Passed 10+2 from any recognised board in any stream with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks.

Relaxation of 5% in minimum marks for SC, ST, OBC, and EBC category candidates as per University of Lucknow norms.

Age criteria as applicable under University of Lucknow regulations for the relevant academic session.

Admission Process

Obtain the application form from the City Group of Colleges admissions office or official portal.

Submit the form with 10+2 marksheet, category certificate if applicable, identity proof, and passport-size photographs.

Merit list is prepared based on 10+2 aggregate marks and category-wise reservation as per University of Lucknow norms.

Report to the college within the specified admission window after the merit list is declared.

Pay the admission fee and complete document verification at the college to confirm enrolment.

✓ Opt for this if

An affordable Lucknow University affiliated BA degree is the goal.
Plans include pursuing MA, LLB, or civil services after graduation.
No entrance exam pathway to a three-year arts programme is preferred.
On-campus hostel accommodation in Lucknow is needed.

✗ Skip if

A central university with CUET-based admission and wider academic resources is preferred.
Strong campus placement or internship support for arts graduates is essential.
Specialised social science, language, or journalism programmes are the career focus.

City Group Lucknow BA Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
UP Post Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC/EBC)	Tuition fee reimbursement	SC, ST, OBC, and EBC students with UP domicile and family income below INR 2.5 lakh
NSP Minority Post Matric Scholarship	Varies by income	Students from Muslim, Christian, Sikh, Buddhist, Parsi, and Jain communities
Central Sector Scholarship (CSS)	INR 12,000 per annum	Top 10+2 scorers with family income below INR 8 lakh per annum

UP Post Matric Scholarship applications are submitted via scholarship.up.gov.in each academic year.

Central Sector and minority scholarship applications are filed at scholarships.gov.in annually.

City Group Lucknow BA FAQs

Ques. Is the BA degree from City Group of Colleges Lucknow affiliated to Lucknow University?

Ans. Yes, the BA programme at City Group of Colleges, Lucknow, is affiliated to the University of Lucknow. The degree is conferred by the University of Lucknow and recognised by the UGC, making graduates eligible to apply for postgraduate admissions, government jobs, and competitive examinations such as UPSC and UP PCS.

Ques. Is there an entrance exam for BA admission at City Group of Colleges Lucknow?

Ans. No, BA admission at City Group of Colleges, Lucknow, is merit-based and does not require any entrance examination. Selection is based on 10+2 aggregate marks. Students from any stream who have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 45% marks from a recognised board can apply directly at the college admissions office or through the official portal.

Ques. What is the total fee for BA at City Group of Colleges Lucknow?

Ans. The annual tuition fee for BA at City Group of Colleges, Lucknow, is INR 20,000, making the total fee for the 3-year programme INR 60,000. Hostel charges are billed separately. SC, ST, and OBC students with UP domicile can apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship, which reimburses tuition fees based on family income criteria.

Ques. What career options are available after BA from City Group of Colleges Lucknow?

Ans. After completing BA from City Group of Colleges, Lucknow, graduates can pursue MA, LLB, B.Ed., or MBA for further specialisation. Government sector opportunities include positions in teaching, administration, and banking after qualifying competitive exams such as UPSC, UP PCS, SSC, and banking examinations. Civil services aspirants commonly use the BA as a foundation for their preparation.

Ques. Is hostel accommodation available for BA students at City Group of Colleges Lucknow?

Ans. Yes, City Group of Colleges, Lucknow, provides on-campus hostel facilities with separate blocks for boys (500 seats) and girls (200 seats). Hostel charges are applicable separately from tuition fees. The campus also has transportation facilities for students who commute from nearby areas in and around Lucknow.

Ques. Which scholarships are available for BA students at City Group of Colleges Lucknow?

Ans. SC, ST, OBC, and EBC students with UP domicile and family income below INR 2.5 lakh can apply for the UP Post Matric Scholarship via scholarship.up.gov.in. Students from minority communities can apply for the NSP Minority Post Matric Scholarship. Top 10+2 scorers with family income below INR 8 lakh are eligible for the Central Sector Scholarship of INR 12,000 per annum through scholarships.gov.in.

City Group of Colleges Lucknow BA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

City Group Lucknow BA Fees 2026

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