Campus Times | Lucknow Lucknow: Lucknow University has announced a significant change in the admission process for its Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) programme. From the 2026-27 academic session, admissions to the four-year B.Pharm course offered by the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences will be conducted through CUET-UG scores. The university will discontinue admissions through the counselling process conducted by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU).Under the revised admission process, candidates seeking admission to the programme must appear for CUET-UG 2026. After the declaration of results, eligible candidates will be required to register through Lucknow University’s admission portal. Admissions will be granted strictly on the basis of a merit list prepared from CUET-UG scores.The B.Pharm programme has an intake capacity of 60 seats. Applicants must have passed Class 12 (10+2) from a recognised board with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects, along with Mathematics, Biology, or both. English must also have been studied at the intermediate level.University officials have advised aspiring candidates to regularly check the admission portal for updates regarding registration, merit lists, counselling schedules and other admission-related notifications.Lucknow University has been offering the four-year B.Pharm programme since 2021. The course is spread across eight semesters, and two batches have graduated so far. Graduates of the programme are pursuing careers in the pharmaceutical industry, higher education and research. The programme has steadily expanded its academic profile and continues to attract students interested in healthcare and life sciences.

Campus Times | LucknowThe indefinite sit-in protest against the fee hike and the expulsion of students at Lucknow University entered its 51st day on Wednesday, with demonstrators continuing their agitation despite prolonged exposure to rain, scorching heat, and harsh weather conditions.The protest, led by expelled students Prem Prakash, Prince Prakash, Harshit Shukla, and their supporters, seeks the rollback of the university fee hike, revocation of disciplinary action, and what the protesters describe as justice for students facing unjust expulsions.The ongoing agitation received a significant boost as Ramon Magsaysay Award recipient and Gandhian thinker Sandeep Pandey, who is also the General Secretary of the Socialist Party (India), extended his support to the movement. Visiting the protest site, Pandey expressed solidarity with the students and urged the Lucknow University administration to engage in dialogue and accept their legitimate demands.He strongly opposed the expulsion of the students, calling for a fair and democratic resolution to the issue. Pandey emphasized that educational institutions should encourage dialogue rather than punitive action against students raising concerns over matters affecting the campus community.The protest, which initially began over the fee hike and disciplinary action against students, has gradually evolved into a broader campaign highlighting issues of student rights, accountability, and democratic space within the university. As the sit in stretches beyond seven weeks, it has increasingly drawn attention from social activists and political leaders.Despite the prolonged agitation and adverse weather conditions, the protesters have vowed to continue their indefinite sit-in until their demands are addressed by the university administration. The university administration has not yet announced any fresh decision regarding the students demands or the disciplinary action.

Campus Times | Lucknow The National Testing Agency (NTA) has initiated a significant recruitment drive for senior leadership positions as part of an extensive institutional transformation aimed at restoring confidence in Indias competitive examination system.The hiring exercise comes in the wake of the Centres ongoing efforts to modernise the countrys testing framework following concerns over examination security and integrity. The agency is seeking experienced professionals for four key leadership roles covering assessment and psychometrics, test centre operations, information security, and vigilance, investigation and forensics.According to the NTA, the appointments are intended to strengthen the agencys academic standards, technological capabilities, operational efficiency and governance structure. The move is aligned with recommendations made by the High Level Committee of Experts (HLCE), which was constituted to propose reforms for improving the credibility and transparency of national entrance examinations.In addition to senior appointments, the agency has invited applications from young professionals, particularly candidates with experience in civil services examinations, for research based roles in academic affairs, legal studies, and finance.The recruitment drive is part of a wider reform agenda aimed at enhancing the conduct of major entrance examinations, including NEET, JEE and CUET, which are taken by millions of aspirants every year.The Centre has also announced a series of complementary measures to reinforce examination security, including the implementation of stricter anti paper leak provisions, the creation of dedicated mechanisms to investigate malpractice, and the formation of expert bodies to recommend long-term improvements to the examination ecosystem.The latest hiring initiative signals the governments focus on strengthening institutional capacity and rebuilding public trust by making Indias national testing system more secure, transparent and technology driven.

Campus Times | Lucknow The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the final answer key for the Common University Entrance Test Undergraduate (CUET UG) 2026, paving the way for the declaration of results. Candidates who appeared for the examination can expect their scorecards to be published shortly on the official CUET portal.The release of the final answer key marks the completion of the objection-review process and serves as the basis for preparing the final results. Once announced, candidates will be able to download their scorecards online using their application credentials.Over 15.6 lakh students registeredCUET UG 2026 witnessed significant participation, with 15,68,867 unique candidates registering for the national-level entrance examination. According to official data, nearly 43 per cent of registrations came from Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Delhi, highlighting the growing importance of CUET in undergraduate admissions across the country.The examination was conducted between May 11 and May 31, followed by additional test dates on June 6 and June 7. The test was held across 321 examination cities and covered 37 subjects, including 13 languages, 23 domain-specific subjects, and the General Aptitude Test (GAT).Result to play key role in university admissionsWhile the NTA is responsible for conducting the examination, releasing answer keys, and declaring results, the admission process will be handled separately by participating universities and institutions. The CUET UG 2026 scorecard will be valid for admissions to undergraduate programmes for the 2026–27 academic session.Candidates are advised to regularly check the official website for the latest updates regarding the result announcement and counselling schedules.Last year trend raises expectationsIn the previous admission cycle, CUET UG results were declared on July 4 after the final answer key was released on July 1. With the final answer key already out this year, students are eagerly anticipating the release of their results in the coming days.

Campus Times | LucknowThe Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) has officially commenced the counselling process for the 2026 academic session, opening the registration and choice filling window for admissions to IITs, NITs, IIITs, and other participating government-funded technical institutes.The process began on June 2, 2026, shortly after the declaration of the JEE Advanced 2026 results on June 1. Candidates who have qualified in JEE Main 2026 and JEE Advanced 2026 are now eligible to participate in the centralised seat allocation process through the official JoSAA portal.Key dates candidates should not missJoSAA has released a detailed schedule for registration, choice filling, mock seat allotments, and choice locking. Candidates are advised to keep track of the following important dates:• June 2, 2026 (5 PM): Registration and choice filling started• June 7, 2026: AAT-specific choice filling begins• June 8, 2026 (2 PM): Mock Seat Allotment Round 1• June 10, 2026 (1 PM): Mock Seat Allotment Round 2• June 10, 2026: Last date for choice locking• June 11, 2026 (5 PM): Registration and choice filling window closesHow to complete JoSAA 2026 registrationCandidates can register for counselling by visiting the official JoSAA website and logging in using their JEE Main 2026 application number, password, and security pin. After successful login, applicants should verify all personal and academic details before proceeding with choice filling.Choice filling: what candidates need to knowOnce registered, candidates can begin selecting their preferred institutes and academic programmes. The system allows applicants to choose colleges based on institute type, institute name, and course availability.To access the choice filling section, candidates must first verify the OTP sent to their registered mobile number. After verification, they can add multiple choices and arrange them in order of preference.Experts advise candidates to carefully prioritise their selections, as the order of choices plays a crucial role in the seat allocation process.Mock allotments to help

Campus Times | Lucknow Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University is preparing to launch a revamped digital platform designed to make institutional information more accessible, transparent and easier to manage. Developed entirely in-house by the Department of Computer Science, the new website brings faculty profiles, research data, departmental information, notices, admissions and administrative services together through a centralized digital system.The platform has been developed under the guidance of Vice Chancellor Prof. Raj Kumar Mittal, with a focus on strengthening the Universitys digital infrastructure and creating a more efficient information-management system.One of the major changes is the introduction of role-based access, allowing faculty members and authorized officials to independently update information relevant to their responsibilities. Faculty members will receive individual login credentials through which they can maintain their academic profiles, publications, research projects, patents, achievements and other professional details. Once updated, the information will be reflected across the relevant faculty and departmental webpages.The system will also provide dedicated access to Heads of Departments, Deans, Directors, the Controller of Examinations, Proctor, Registrar, Dean of Academic Affairs and other authorized officials. This will allow different academic and administrative units to manage their respective information while ensuring that data is centrally organized across the University website.Prof. Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi of the Department of Computer Science said the website has been designed and developed completely by the Universitys own team. From its technical architecture and interface to the development of its various modules, the project has been executed internally, giving BBAU greater flexibility to update, maintain and enhance the platform according to emerging institutional requirements.The centralized database is expected to make institutional information easier to locate through improved search and filtering features. It is also aimed at simplifying the compilation and presentation of data required for accreditation, rankings and institutional assessments, including NAAC and NIRF-related reporting.Among the prominent

Campus Times | LucknowIn an effort to raise awareness about women’s health and prevent Cervical Cancer, a free HPV vaccination drive was organized at University of Lucknow on Tuesday 10-03-26.The campaign was conducted by the university’s Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and targeted girls aged 15 to 26 years. During the drive, participants were administered the third and final dose of the HPV vaccine ‘Cervavac’, an India-developed vaccine designed to protect against cervical cancer.The vaccination schedule had begun earlier, with the first dose administered in August last year and the second dose in October.The drive was conducted under the supervision of university dispensary doctors Rajesh Kumar Saroj and Ankita Singh.Senior faculty members including Vivek Sharma, S. P. Singh, and Director Pushpendra Kumar Tripathi were also present during the campaign.Vision Behind the Initiative:The vaccination drive was organized with the aim of strengthening awareness about preventive healthcare and encouraging early protection against cervical cancer among young women. By administering the HPV vaccine at the right age, the initiative sought to reduce the long-term risk of cervical cancer, which remains one of the most common cancers affecting women in India.Through this campaign, University of Lucknow also aimed to educate students about the importance of timely vaccination, regular health check-ups, and informed healthcare choices.

Campus Times | Lucknow Raj Estate Public School, Para, celebrated Raksha Bandhan with a meaningful blend of civic appreciation and environmental awareness as a 22-member student delegation visited the JCP Office and tied handmade, eco-friendly rakhis to Joint Commissioner of Police (JCP) Aparna Kumar and other police officials.The students were accompanied by Managing Director Akanksha Rastogi and Academic Director/Principal Priyanka Bhardwaj. Through the initiative, the students expressed their gratitude to the police personnel for their role in safeguarding society while highlighting the importance of protecting the environment.A key highlight of the programme was a bilingual poem dedicated to the Lucknow Police, presented by the students as a tribute to the departments commitment to public safety. The visit also featured a special gesture of admiration for JCP Aparna Kumar, with a student dressed in her uniform and attire, symbolising the inspiration drawn by young girls from women in positions of leadership.Taking the message of Raksha Bandhan beyond human relationships, the students also conducted a Tree Rakhi activity on the office premises. They tied rakhis to trees to underline the need to protect nature and reinforce the idea that the responsibility of safeguarding life extends to the environment as well.Speaking on the occasion, MD Akanksha Rastogi said, Raksha Bandhan is a symbol of trust and protection. Academic Director/Principal Priyanka Bhardwaj said the programme offered students a practical lesson in gratitude and civic responsibility.The police officials welcomed the students and appreciated their thoughtful initiative. The children were also given chocolates at the end of the interaction.The celebration thus turned Raksha Bandhan into a broader message of gratitude, responsible citizenship, womens empowerment and environmental protection, giving students an opportunity to connect a traditional festival with contemporary social values.

Campus Times | Lucknow Students aspiring to build careers in both business and law will soon have a new option at Lucknow University. The university is set to introduce a five-year integrated BBA LL.B. programme from the academic session 2026-27 after receiving approval from the Bar Council of India (BCI).The approval, granted by the BCI Standing Committee, allows the university to admit 180 students in the new programme, with three sections of 60 seats each. The addition of the course is expected to strengthen the university’s professional education portfolio and cater to the growing demand for lawyers with business and management expertise. Lucknow University claims to have become the first state university in Uttar Pradesh to offer the programme directly from its main campus.Major expansion for legal educationThe launch of the BBA LL.B. programme marks a significant development for the university’s Faculty of Law, which has traditionally offered legal education through conventional law programmes. The integrated course will combine legal studies with business administration, preparing students for careers in the corporate sector as well as the legal profession.Blending law with business studiesThe five-year curriculum will expose students to subjects ranging from financial accounting, marketing and organisational management to constitutional law, corporate law, commercial regulations and international legal systems.The multidisciplinary structure aims to provide a broader understanding of how legal frameworks interact with modern businesses and corporate institutions.Practical training to be a key componentBeyond classroom learning, the programme will focus on skill development through moot court sessions, legal drafting, legal writing exercises, case studies and mandatory internships with law firms and corporate organisations.The course is also expected to help students develop research aptitude, analytical thinking, negotiation skills and practical problem-solving abilities.Career pathways across legal and corporate sectorsGraduates of the programme will be able to explore opportunities in corporate law firms, multinational companies, banks,

Lucknow | The institution began its journey on 1 October 2009 as Uttar Pradesh Urdu, Arabi-Farsi University. Over the years, it evolved both in name and vision—first being renamed Shri Kanshiramji Urdu, Arabi-Farsi University in 2011, and later rechristened in 2012 as Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Urdu, Arabi-Farsi University, in honour of the revered Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti of Ajmer, globally known for his message of universal love, peace, and harmony. In February 2020, the Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approved its renaming as Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, further strengthening its identity as a language-focused institution. Inspired by a Message of UnityNaming the university after Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti—popularly known as Gharib Nawaz—was deeply symbolic. His philosophy of “Sulh-i-Kul” (peace with all) resonates with Lucknow’s own Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, making the city an ideal home for an institution committed to inclusivity, cultural dialogue, and human values. Academic Growth and Expanding HorizonsThe university began its first academic session in August 2013 with 413 students, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in languages, humanities, social sciences, education, commerce, computer science, management, and journalism. Today, the student strength has grown to over 3,800, and the range of programmes has expanded significantly. Recognised under Sections 12B and 2(f) of the UGC, the university has gradually strengthened its academic credibility. While languages remain its core strength—Urdu, Arabic, Persian, Hindi, English, and Sanskrit—the university has also embraced multidisciplinary education in line with NEP 2020, promoting multilingualism, skill-based learning, and value-added courses across departments. Entry into Professional and Technical EducationResponding to student aspirations and employment trends, the university introduced AICTE-approved B.Tech programmes in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Fashion Technology, and Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in 2019. Legal education has also gained momentum with the launch of LL.M, while preparations are underway to introduce LL.B. Alongside this, diploma programmes and vocational

Campus Times | LucknowIn a significant move for management aspirants, Lucknow University has approved an additional 75 seats in its MBA programme for the upcoming academic session. The decision was taken during the Executive Council meeting chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. J.P. Saini on Monday.The newly approved intake will be offered through a separate MBA section under the self-financed scheme at the university’s main campus. The expansion is expected to create more opportunities for students seeking admission to one of the university’s flagship professional programmes.The Executive Council also approved the academic calendar issued by the Uttar Pradesh government for the forthcoming session.Computer science department set for faculty expansionAlongside the MBA seat increase, the council gave in-principle approval for the creation of 15 new teaching positions in the Department of Computer Science. The proposed posts include two Associate Professors and 13 Assistant Professors.The proposal has been forwarded to the Finance Committee for further consideration and approval before implementation.The university also approved guidelines for the establishment of an Equal Opportunity Cell (EOC), aimed at ensuring equitable access and support for students from disadvantaged groups, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, minorities, women and persons with disabilities. The cell will comprise a chairperson and three members.Additionally, the Executive Council sanctioned the formation of a Community Educational Development Cell (CEDC). The new body will focus on educational and developmental activities in adopted villages and urban slum areas, including digital literacy campaigns and life-skills education programmes. The CEDC will function under the guidance of a committee headed by the Vice-Chancellor.

Campus Times | LucknowIn a major push towards innovation-driven education, University of Lucknow has unveiled a new Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) policy aimed at empowering both students and faculty to transform their ideas into patents.The highlight of the policy is a game-changing move: the university will now bear the cost of patent filing—removing one of the biggest financial barriers that often discourages researchers from protecting their innovations. Innovation gets a financial boostUntil now, individuals had to fund their own patent applications, a process that can be expensive and time-consuming. With the university stepping in to cover these costs, more students and teachers are expected to come forward with original research and inventions.The move is being seen as a strategic effort to build a strong research ecosystem on campus—where ideas are not just created, but also protected and commercialised.From classrooms to creationsThe policy is likely to benefit a wide range of innovators—from science researchers working on cutting-edge technologies to students developing practical, real-world solutions. By easing the patent process, the university aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry-level innovation.A step towards research excellenceOfficials believe the initiative will significantly boost patent filings and enhance the university’s intellectual output. It also aligns with the broader national push to promote research, startups, and self-reliance in technology.University of Lucknow is making innovation essential, giving students a clear path from ideas to owning their inventions.For students, it opens a new path: from lecture halls to laboratories—and now, to legal ownership of their own inventions.