University of Lucknow Ph.D Science: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The LU Research Entrance Test consists of 100 multiple-choice questions to be answered in 90 minutes. The paper is divided equally: 50 questions on Research Methodology and 50 questions on subject-specific content relevant to the chosen Science discipline. The RET score carries a weightage of 70% in the final merit calculation, with the remaining 30% coming from the personal interview. Candidates who qualify UGC-NET or CSIR-NET with JRF are exempt from the RET.

Ans. Yes, candidates who have qualified UGC-NET with JRF or CSIR-NET with JRF are exempt from appearing in the Research Entrance Test at University of Lucknow. However, they are still required to attend the personal interview, which is conducted in November 2026 for the current admission cycle. Their final selection is based on interview performance, and they must fulfil the academic eligibility criteria like all other candidates.

Ans. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in a relevant Science discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 55% aggregate marks for General and OBC candidates. For SC, ST, and PwD candidates, the minimum requirement is 50% aggregate marks. Candidates must also appear in the RET or hold a valid UGC-NET or CSIR-NET JRF qualification at the time of applying.

Ans. The annual course fee for PhD (Science) at University of Lucknow is INR 14,260 for General category candidates. A one-time refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 is also collected at the time of admission. Over the standard 3-year duration, the total course fee comes to INR 42,780 (excluding the refundable deposit). SC and ST candidates may be eligible for fee concessions as per applicable state government norms.

Ans. PhD Science scholars at LU who hold UGC-NET JRF or CSIR-NET JRF receive a monthly fellowship of INR 37,000, upgradeable to INR 42,000 per month as SRF after two years. DST INSPIRE Fellows receive INR 28,000 per month. SC, ST, OBC, and minority students may apply for the UP Post-Matric Scholarship at scholarships.up.gov.in, which covers tuition fees and a maintenance allowance for the duration of the programme.