Lucknow University News 2026: Odd Sem Results & PhD Admission Form Update

Introduction Are you a student at Lucknow University (LU) or planning to join soon? There are major updates you need to know right now. As of February 2026, the university has just concluded most of its Odd Semester Exams (December 2025 – January 2026 session), and students are eagerly waiting for results. At the same time, the PhD Admission process for the 2025-26 session has officially started with new notifications.

This article covers everything about the exam results, the new PhD application forms, and early details about the upcoming UG/PG Admission 2026-27 session.

Lucknow University Odd Semester Exam 2026: Status & Results

The University of Lucknow recently conducted the Odd Semester examinations for courses like BA, BSc, BCom (NEP), and MA/MSc under the December 2025 session. Most written exams, which started in early January 2026, concluded around January 24, 2026.

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1. When will the Results be Declared?

Since the written exams finished in late January, the evaluation process is currently underway.

• Practical Exams: Practical examinations for courses like B.Sc (Sem I & III) were scheduled for late January. If you missed yours, check with your department immediately.
• Expected Result Date: The university usually takes 4–6 weeks after exams to declare results. You can expect the Odd Semester Results (2025-26) to start appearing on the official portal by late February or early March 2026.

2. How to Check Your Result

Once released, the results will be available online. Follow these simple steps:

1. Go to the official results portal: result.lkouniv.ac.in.
2. Look for the link: “Odd Semester Result 2025-26”.
3. Select your course (e.g., BA NEP, B.Com Hons).
4. Enter your Roll Number and Date of Birth.
5. Download your provisional mark sheet.

PhD Admission 2025-26: Applications Open

This is the biggest news for research aspirants. Lucknow University has released the notification for PhD Admissions for the 2025-26 session.

• Notification Date: The official notice for online applications was released on January 21, 2026.
• Seat Details: The university has published a department-wise list of vacant seats. There are approximately 950+ seats expected across various faculties including Arts, Science, Commerce, and Law.
• Selection Process: Admission will be based on the Research Entrance Test (RET) followed by an interview. Candidates who have cleared JRF/NET may have different exemption rules, so read the brochure carefully.

Next Steps for PhD Applicants:

• Visit the admission page on the LU website.
• Register your LURN (Lucknow University Registration Number) first.
• Fill out the PhD application form before the deadline (check the specific last date in the official PDF).

UG & PG Admission 2026-27: What to Expect?

For students finishing Class 12th or their Bachelor’s degree this year, the admission cycle for the new academic year (2026-27) is the next big event.

• Application Start Date: Based on previous trends, forms for Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) courses usually open in April 2026.
• Admission Mode:
  • UG Courses: Mostly through the Undergraduate Entrance Test (UGET).
  • PG Courses: Through the PG Entrance Test (PGET).
• Samarth Portal: All admissions will likely be processed through the lkounivadm.samarth.edu.in portal.

Other Important Updates (February 2026)

• Scholarship Results: The university released the results for the Shodh Medha, Karmyogi, and Chatrakalyan scholarships on January 27, 2026. Students who applied should check the news section on the official site.
• Exam Center Changes: Several notices were issued in January regarding changes in exam centers for leftover exams. Always double-check your admit card instructions.
• UGC Regulations Stay: There is recent news regarding a Supreme Court stay on certain UGC Equity Regulations (2026). Student groups at LU have welcomed this decision, as it impacts higher education policies.

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