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Fees
Fees at University of Lucknow for the Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws (B.A.L.L.B.) program range from approximately INR 51,000 to INR 55,000 annually, depending on the semester structure, with specific charges of about INR 25,580 to INR 27,500 per semester. The total cost for completing the five-year course is around INR 2.5 to 2.75 lakh. An initial enrollment fee of INR 500 is also applicable. Scholarships are available through the Uttar Pradesh government and central government schemes, offering financial assistance that can cover the full tuition for eligible SC/ST and zero-income families.
Additional scholarships, such as the Chhatra Kalyan Scholarship, provide further aid based on merit and need. The UP fee reimbursement program also supports students in managing their educational expenses. Each semester's fee includes miscellaneous costs, but excludes library fees, which are approximately INR 400. Hostel fees are separate and not included in the annual tuition.
About Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws [B.A.L.L.B.]
University of Lucknow’s B.A.L.L.B., a 5-year integrated law programme offered by the Faculty of Law, admits 120 students annually through the UGET entrance test. The total fee is INR 4.74 Lakhs for the full programme, making it one of India’s most affordable law degrees from a ranked university. The university holds NIRF 2025 Law Rank 29, reflecting strong academic standing in the legal discipline.
📋 Admission Status: UGET 2026 exam concluded on July 12, 2026. Counselling is expected in the last week of July 2026 (Tentative).
University of Lucknow B.A.L.L.B. Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Annual Fee (Year 1) | INR 95,160 |
| Annual Fee (Years 2 to 5) | INR 94,660 per year |
| Total Fees (5 Years) | INR 4,73,800 |
- Application fee of INR 800 (General/EWS/OBC) or INR 400 (SC/ST/PH) is non-refundable.
- Fee reimbursement for SC/ST and eligible OBC students under UP government schemes.
University of Lucknow B.A.L.L.B. Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Open | April 17, 2026 |
| Application Close | June 30, 2026 |
| UGET 2026 Exam | July 6 to July 12, 2026 |
| Merit List Published | Third week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Counselling Begins | Last week of July 2026 (Tentative) |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Candidates must generate a LURN at lkouniv.ac.in before applying.
- UGET admit card was available for download from the university portal one week before the exam.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognised board with at least 45% aggregate for General/EWS, 42% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST candidates
- Must qualify the UGET (University General Entrance Test) conducted by the University of Lucknow
- No specific age limit is prescribed for the B.A.L.L.B. programme at University of Lucknow
Admission Process
- Visit lkouniv.ac.in and generate your LURN (Lucknow University Registration Number)
- Fill and submit the LU UG admission form online and pay the application fee of INR 800 (General/EWS/OBC) or INR 400 (SC/ST/PH)
- Download the UGET admit card from the portal and appear for the entrance exam
- Check the merit list on the university website after results are declared
- Participate in online counselling, select your preferred programme, and complete document verification
- Pay the first-year fee of INR 95,160 to confirm admission
✓ Opt for this if
- Candidates seeking an affordable state-university law degree in Uttar Pradesh
- Students targeting judicial service, public litigation, or the UP Bar
- Reserved-category applicants eligible for UP government full fee reimbursement
- Those preferring UGET over CLAT for law school admission
✗ Skip if
- Candidates targeting NLUs or CLAT-route law schools
- Students seeking metropolitan campuses with stronger corporate law placements
- Those requiring a Mumbai or Delhi campus for networking and internship access
University of Lucknow B.A.L.L.B. Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UP Government Fee Reimbursement (SC/ST) | Full tuition fee | SC/ST students from Uttar Pradesh with family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum |
| UP Government Fee Reimbursement (OBC/General) | Partial tuition fee | OBC and General students below prescribed income limits via National Scholarship Portal |
| University of Lucknow Merit Scholarship | Up to 100% tuition fee waiver | Students with CGPA 9.2 and above get 100% waiver and next tier students get 40% waiver |
- Government scholarships are disbursed directly into students’ bank accounts after verification.
- Merit scholarships are awarded based on first-year semester performance and renewed annually.
According to an external review site Ranking 2026, University of Lucknow ranks 39 out of 200 colleges in India and 8th in state Uttar Pradesh for its BA + L.L.B program.
- 15 out of 70 under India Today Law Ranking 2023.
- 29 out of 40 under NIRF Law Ranking 2025.
- 13 out of 15 under Outlook Law Ranking 2026.
- 25 out of 40 under IIRF Law Ranking 2025.
Read more on University of Lucknow Rankings here
University of Lucknow B.A.L.L.B. FAQs
Ques. What is UGET and how is admission to B.A.L.L.B. at University of Lucknow conducted?
Ans. UGET stands for University General Entrance Test, conducted annually by the University of Lucknow for UG admissions. For the B.A.L.L.B. programme, candidates must first qualify the UGET and then participate in online counselling based on their rank and merit. Admission is not through CLAT. It follows the university’s own centralised process via lkouniv.ac.in.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.A.L.L.B. at University of Lucknow?
Ans. The total fee for the 5-year B.A.L.L.B. programme at University of Lucknow is INR 4,73,800. The first-year fee is INR 95,160, and subsequent annual fees are INR 94,660 each. This makes it one of the most affordable integrated law programmes among ranked Indian universities. SC/ST students from Uttar Pradesh can apply for full tuition fee reimbursement under the UP Government scholarship scheme.
Ques. What is the minimum eligibility for B.A.L.L.B. at University of Lucknow?
Ans. You must have passed 10+2 or an equivalent examination from a recognised board to apply for B.A.L.L.B. at University of Lucknow. The minimum aggregate required is 45% for General and EWS candidates, 42% for OBC, and 40% for SC/ST candidates. You must also qualify the UGET entrance test. There is no upper age limit prescribed for this programme.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of University of Lucknow for law?
Ans. The University of Lucknow is ranked 29th in the Law category under NIRF 2025. This makes it one of the top government law schools in India. The university also holds a 98th rank in the NIRF University category and an A++ NAAC grade with a score of 3.5. For law aspirants targeting a top-ranked government university in North India, this is a strong option.
Ques. Does University of Lucknow offer scholarships for B.A.L.L.B. students?
Ans. Yes. The university offers a merit-based scholarship with up to 100% tuition fee waiver for students achieving a CGPA of 9.2 or above. SC/ST students from Uttar Pradesh with a family income below INR 2.5 Lakhs per annum are eligible for full fee reimbursement under the UP Government scholarship scheme. OBC and General students meeting income criteria can apply for partial reimbursement via the National Scholarship Portal.
Ques. What career options are available after B.A.L.L.B. from University of Lucknow?
Ans. After completing B.A.L.L.B. from University of Lucknow, you can enrol with the Uttar Pradesh Bar Council and practise as an advocate. Graduates also pursue the UP Judicial Services examination for a career as a civil judge. Other options include corporate counsel roles, legal officer positions in banks and PSUs, LLM programmes for academic or international law careers, and government legal departments at the state and central level.