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 Master in Hospital Administration [MHA]
University of Lucknow offers a 2-year full-time Master in Hospital Administration with 35 seats, preparing graduates for leadership roles in healthcare management. Admission is through LUMAT or CAT scores. Total fees are INR 1,17,320 for the full programme. The course is open to graduates from any discipline including Medicine, Pharmacy, Engineering, and Arts, making it a flexible entry into hospital and health system management.
📋 Admission Status: Applications closed. Class Commencement begins August 2026 (Tentative).
LU MHA Fees 2026
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 semesters × INR 28,080 each) | INR 1,12,320 |
| Caution Money (refundable) | INR 5,000 |
| Total Fees | INR 1,17,320 |
- Caution money of INR 5,000 is refunded on successful completion of the programme.
- Per-semester tuition of INR 28,080 is uniform across all four semesters.
LU MHA Admission 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Opens | April 6, 2026 |
| Application Closes | July 17, 2026 |
| LUMAT Entrance Exam | June 2026 |
| Personal Interview Round | July 2026 |
| Class Commencement | August 2026 |
- Candidates with valid CAT score may also apply in lieu of LUMAT.
- Final selection is based on LUMAT or CAT score combined with personal interview performance.
- Original graduation certificate must be produced at the time of document verification.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree (3 or 4 years) from a recognised university in any discipline
- Minimum 50% aggregate marks for General and OBC candidates, 45% for SC/ST candidates
- Open to graduates in Medicine, Paramedical Sciences, Pharmacy, Veterinary Sciences, Engineering, Law, or any stream
- Final-year graduation students may apply if they complete eligibility before admission
Admission Process
- Register and apply at lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in during the April to July application window
- Appear for LUMAT in June, or submit a valid CAT score for initial shortlisting
- Qualify for the personal interview round based on entrance exam merit
- Attend interview at the LU campus and undergo counselling in order of combined merit
- Pay the first-semester fee and submit original documents to confirm the seat
✓ Opt for this if
- Aiming for a career in hospital administration or healthcare operations management
- A medical or paramedical graduate seeking a formal management qualification
- Seeking a government university MHA at significantly lower fees than private colleges
- Planning to work in Lucknow’s medical hub near KGMU, SGPGI, or RAM Manohar Lohia hospitals
✗ Skip if
- Seeking an MBA with generic business functions and no healthcare focus
- Expecting corporate sector placements above INR 10 LPA at the MHA stage
- Prefer a private institute with dedicated healthcare industry tie-ups and hospital rotations
- Want a programme with a large national alumni network in healthcare management
LU MHA Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| UP Post Matric Scholarship | Full tuition reimbursement | SC/ST candidates with family income below INR 2.5 lakh per year |
| NSP Central Sector Scheme | Varies | OBC, Minority, and EWS candidates based on income criteria |
| LU Merit Scholarship | Fee waiver (varies) | Top performers in LUMAT and with strong CGPA performance |
- Apply for UP state scholarships through scholarships.gov.in before the annual portal closing date.
- LU merit scholarship is awarded based on CGPA at the end of each academic year.
- 202 out of 235 under The Week Management Ranking 2024.
- 100 out of 125 under NIRF Management Ranking 2025.
- 38 out of 100 under IIRF Management Ranking 2025.
Read more on University of Lucknow Rankings here
LU MHA FAQs
Ques. What is the difference between MHA and MBA at University of Lucknow?
Ans. The MHA at University of Lucknow is specifically designed for healthcare and hospital management, while the MBA at IMS-LU is a general management programme with business specialisations. MHA covers hospital operations, health policy, medical ethics, and healthcare finance, making it suitable for those from medical or paramedical backgrounds who want to move into administrative roles. MBA focuses on corporate business functions across sectors.
Ques. Is a medical background mandatory for MHA at University of Lucknow?
Ans. No, a medical background is not mandatory for MHA admission at University of Lucknow. Graduates from any stream including Arts, Commerce, Science, Engineering, and Law can apply, provided they hold a bachelor’s degree with at least 50% marks for General/OBC or 45% for SC/ST candidates. Medical and paramedical graduates may have an advantage in certain hospital administration roles after the programme.
Ques. What career options are available after MHA from University of Lucknow?
Ans. MHA graduates from University of Lucknow can pursue careers as hospital administrators, healthcare operations managers, public health officers, and medical records managers in government and private hospitals. Lucknow’s proximity to major medical institutions such as KGMU, SGPGI, and Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital provides local networking and career opportunities for LU MHA graduates. Government health department recruitment also accepts MHA as a qualifying degree.
Ques. What is the total fee for MHA at University of Lucknow?
Ans. The total fee for MHA at University of Lucknow is INR 1,17,320 for the complete 2-year programme. This includes tuition of INR 28,080 per semester across four semesters totalling INR 1,12,320, plus a refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000. The fee structure is considerably more affordable than private institute MHA programmes, which typically cost INR 3 to 6 lakh.
Ques. Does LU MHA accept CAT scores or only LUMAT?
Ans. University of Lucknow’s MHA programme accepts both LUMAT (Lucknow University Management Aptitude Test) and valid CAT scores for initial shortlisting. Shortlisted candidates then appear for a personal interview round, and final selection is based on the combined merit of the entrance score and interview performance. Candidates who appeared in CAT do not need to separately register for LUMAT.
Ques. How many seats are available in MHA at University of Lucknow?
Ans. The MHA programme at University of Lucknow has an annual intake of 35 seats. Given the limited seats and the multidisciplinary appeal of the programme (open to all graduation streams), competition at the entrance and interview stage can be strong. Candidates from medical and paramedical backgrounds typically have an edge in interview assessment for healthcare-specific roles.