University of Lucknow M.Sc Biochemistry: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. Candidates who hold a B.Sc degree in Biological Sciences, Chemical Sciences, or B.Tech in Biotechnology from a recognised university are eligible. MBBS graduates with Biochemistry as a subject may also apply. A minimum of 45% aggregate marks at graduation is required for General and OBC candidates, and 40% for SC and ST candidates. All applicants must appear in PGET 2026, the University of Lucknow postgraduate entrance exam.

Ans. The total fee for the 2-year M.Sc Biochemistry programme at University of Lucknow is INR 62,480, payable as INR 31,240 per year. This fee has remained unchanged since 2025. Additional charges for hostel accommodation are applicable separately as per university rates. The programme remains one of the affordable options for a postgraduate degree in biochemistry at a NAAC Grade A++ accredited institution in North India.

Ans. Graduates can appear for CSIR-NET JRF or DBT-JRF to pursue Ph.D. at premier research institutes like CCMB, NII, ICMR, and CSIR labs. Research and development roles in pharmaceutical companies and clinical laboratories are common career paths. Teaching at college level through UGC-NET is another option. Graduates also find opportunities in biotech startups, hospital diagnostics, and food science and technology industries.

Ans. Students who scored in the top 1 percentile of their Class 12 board exam in science can apply for the DST-INSPIRE Scholarship, offering INR 80,000 per year for M.Sc in basic sciences. UP domicile students from SC, ST, OBC, and General EWS categories can avail the UP Post-Matric Scholarship through the state portal. The university’s Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship is also available for financially needy meritorious students.

Ans. Yes, the application window for M.Sc programmes at University of Lucknow is open until July 31, 2026. Candidates must register on the Samarth portal and complete the PGET application before this date. The PGET 2026 exam for PG science courses was held from July 16 to July 22, 2026, and results are expected in August 2026. Counselling and seat allotment will follow in August 2026.

Ans. Yes, admission to M.Sc Biochemistry at University of Lucknow is based on performance in PGET 2026, the university’s postgraduate entrance test. PGET 2026 was conducted from July 16 to July 22, 2026. Candidates are ranked on a PGET merit list and seats are allotted through online counselling on the Samarth portal. Final admission is completed after document verification and payment of the first-year fee of INR 31,240.