Guidelines for Admission in Undergraduate Programmes for Session 2022-23

1. Important Instructions

  • 1.1 प्रवेश सम्बन्धी निर्देश विश्वविद्यालय अधिनियम, परिनियम, अध्यादेशों तथा नियमों के अनुसार हैं।The instructions related to the admissions given here are as per the Act, Ordinances, Rules & Regulations of the University of Lucknow, Lucknow.
  • 1.2 गैप प्रमाण-पत्रः यदि इण्टरमीडियेट के बाद प्रवेश लेने मंे अन्तराल हो तो अन्तराल के कारण का (10 रू॰ के स्टाम्प पेपर पर नोटरी द्वारा निर्गत) शपथ-पत्र प्रवेश के समय जमा करें।Gap Certificate: If there is a gap in taking admission after Intermediate, then an affidavit (certified by the Notary on Rs. 10.00 Stamp paper) has to be submitted at the time of admission.
  • 1.3 यदि आप आरक्षण (reservation) अथवा शून्य शुल्क (zero fees) का लाभ चाहते हैं तो सम्बन्धित प्रमाण-पत्र का विवरण आनलाइन आवेदन के साथ अवश्य दें। आॅनलाइन आवेदन पत्र प्रेषित करने के पश्चात् किसी भी अभ्यर्थी को भारण या आरक्षण में परिवर्तन की अनुमति नहीं मिलेगी।‘If you want benefits of Reservation or Zero Fees then give the details of the related certificates during the filling of the Online Application Form. No candidate will get the permission for any change in weightage or reservation once the form is submitted.
  • 1.4 प्रवेश प्रक्रिया की विस्तृत सूचना लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय की वेबसाइट पर उपलब्ध रहेगी। अभ्यर्थियों को सलाह दी जाती है कि वे विश्वविद्यालय की वेबसाइट नियमित रूप से देखते रहें।The detailed information of the Admission Procedure will be published on the website of University of Lucknow. Candidates are advised to regularly visit the University’s website for latest updates.
  • 1.5 योग्यता सूची घोषित होने पर इसकी प्रति लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय के वेबसाइट पर देखने के लिए उपलब्ध रहेगी। अभ्यर्थी को स्वयं अपना योग्यता-क्रमांक, योग्यता-सूची से ज्ञात करना होगा। योग्यता-सूची समाचार-पत्रों में प्रकाशित नहीं करायी जायेगी।After declaration of the Merit List, a copy of the list will be published on the website of University of Lucknow. The candidates can search their Merit Number from the published Merit List. The merit list will not be published in the newspaper.
  • 1.6 वे अभ्यर्थी जो अनुसूचित जाति/जनजाति एवं अन्य पिछड़ा वर्ग (नाॅन-क्रीमीलेयर) के हैं तथा उत्तर प्रदेश के मूल निवासी हैं, उन्हें ही आरक्षण का लाभ देय होगा तथा अन्य प्रदेशों के अनुसूचित जाति/जनजाति एवं अन्य पिछड़ा वर्ग के अभ्यर्थी सामान्य श्रेणी के माने जायेंगें।The candidates of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) originally belonging to Uttar Pradesh will be given the benefit of reservation. The Candidates of Scheduled Castes/Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes (Non-Creamy Layer) of other States will be treated as General category.
  • 1.7 आरक्षण का लाभ उत्तर प्रदेश सरकार/लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय के नियमों के अन्तर्गत दिया जायेगा।The reservation shall be given as permissible under the Uttar Pradesh Government / University of Lucknow Rules.
  • 1.8 जाति तथा आय प्रमाण पत्र सरकारी वेबसाइट से प्रमाणित किया जायेगा।Caste and Income Certificates shall be verified on Government website.
  • 1.9 आॅनलाइन प्रवेश पंजीकरण के समय जमा किया गया समस्त शुल्क किसी भी स्थिति में वापस नही किया जायेगा।All fees deposited at the time of registration will not be refunded under any circumstances.
  • 1.10 छात्रत्व के दौरान रैगिंग जैसी कुत्सित घटना में सम्मिलित होने पर छात्र के विरूद्व माननीय उच्चत्तम न्यायालय के निर्देशानुसार कार्यवाही की जायेगी।As directed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court, action will be taken against the students who indulge in incidence like ragging during studentship.
  • 1.11 ऐसे अभ्यर्थी जो वर्तमान वर्ष में अर्हता परीक्षा में सम्मिलित हो रहे है, वे भी इस प्रवेश परीक्षा में आवेदन करने हेतु अर्ह होंगे। ऐसे अभ्यर्थियों को काउंसिलिंग प्रक्रिया के पूर्व न्यूनतम अर्हता धारित करना अनिवार्य होगा।Candidates who are appearing in the qualifying examination in the current year may apply for admission but they should fulfill all eligibility conditions before the day of counselling.

2. General Information

  • 2.1 विश्वविद्यालय को किसी भी समय प्रवेश नियमों में परिवर्तन एवं संशोधन करने का अधिकार है। The University reserves the right to change or amend the admission rules at any time without prior notification.
  • 2.2यदि कोई अभ्यर्थी असत्य सूचनाआंे/अनुचित साधनों के आधार पर अथवा फर्जी अंक पत्रोंध्प्रमाण पत्रों के आधार पर प्रवेश पाता है तो जिस समय भी यह तथ्य उद्घाटित होगा, उसका प्रवेश प्रारम्भ से ही निरस्त कर दिया जायेगा तथा उसके विरूद्ध प्च्ब् की सम्बन्धित धाराओं के अन्र्तगत कार्यवाही की जायेगी। If any candidate gets admission on the basis of false information/improper means or on the basis of false mark- sheet/certificates, his/her admission will be treated cancelled from the beginning and legal action will be taken against him/her under Indian Penal Code (IPC).
  • 2.3 23 फरवरी, 2021 को आयोजित प्रवेश समिति की बैठक में लिए गए निर्णय के अनुसार कला, वाणिज्य, विधि, विज्ञान और ललित कला संकायों में स्नातक अभ्यर्थियों का प्रवेश, इस हेतु आयोजित की जाने वाली विश्वविद्यालय की प्रवेश परीक्षा में प्राप्त अंको के आधार पर तैयार योग्यता सूची से लिया जायेगा। Under Graduate students shall be admitted in the Faculties of Arts, Commerce, Law, Science & Fine Arts, Yoga & Alternative Medicine, on the basis of marks obtained in Under-Graduate Entrance Test (UGET) of the University.
  • 2.4 योग्यता के क्रम को निम्नलिखित रूप में निर्धारित किया जायेगा:- Order of Merit will be determined as follows :-
  • 2.4.1यदि दो या दो से अधिक अभ्यर्थियों ने मेरिट सूची में बराबर अंक/श्रेणी प्राप्त किये हैं तो प्रवेश के लिए मेरिट का निर्धारण निम्नलिखित प्रकार से होगाः- If two or more candidates have secured equivalent marks/rank in the Merit Index, then the merit for admission will be determined as follows:-
  • 2.4.1(a)जिस अभ्यर्थी के इण्टरमीडिएट (102) या समकक्ष परीक्षा या पाॅलीटेक्निक डिप्लोमा में उच्च प्रतिशत प्राप्त होंगे, उस अभ्यर्थी को पहली वरीयता दी जायेगी। The candidate, who has secured higher percentage of marks in Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination or Polytechnic Diploma, will be given preference.
  • 2.4.1(b)यदि अभ्यर्थियों के इण्टरमीडिएट (102) या समकक्ष परीक्षा या पाॅलीटेक्निक डिप्लोमा परीक्षा में प्राप्त अंक बराबर हंै तो ऐसी स्थिति में पहली वरीयता उस अभ्यर्थी को दी जायेगी जिसने हाई स्कूल या समकक्ष परीक्षा या पाॅलीटेक्निक डिप्लोमा में उच्चतर प्रतिशत प्राप्त किया हैं। If the marks secured in class (10+2) or equivalent examination or Polytechnic Diploma are the same in such cases first preference will be given to the candidate who has secured higher percentage of marks at High School or equivalent examination
  • 2.4.1(c) यदि हाई स्कूल में प्राप्त अंक भी बराबर है तो ऐसी स्थिति में आयु में वरिष्ठ अभ्यर्थी को वरीयता दी जायेगी। If the marks obtained in the High School or equivalent examination are also the same, then in that case the older candidate will be given priority.
  • 2.5अभ्यर्थी योग्यता (मेरिट) के आधार पर पर भारण (यदि कोई है) के लिए हकदार होगा। The candidate shall be entitled to weightages (if any) on the merit.
  • 2.6 लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय के पास किसी भी प्रवेश को किसी भी अवस्था में निरस्त करने का अधिकार सुरक्षित है। University of Lucknow reserves the right to cancel any admission at any stage.
  • 2.7 प्रवेश से सम्बन्धित अध्यादेश के प्रावधानों के प्रतिपादन के सम्बन्ध मे सभी विवाद लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय के कुलपति/प्रवेश समिति को सौपें जायेंगे और उनका निर्णय अन्तिम होगा। All disputes regarding interpretation of provision of Ordinance related to the admissions shall be referred to the Vice- Chancellor/Admission Committee of University of Lucknow and their decision shall be final.
  • 2.8 विधि संकाय में प्रवेश लेने के इच्छुक अभ्यर्थी एक ही समय में किसी अन्य स्नातक या परास्नातक डिग्री/डिप्लोमा या लखनऊ विश्वविद्यालय द्वारा संचालित या अन्य किसी विश्वविद्यालय या अकादमिक या व्यवसायिक शिक्षा वाले संस्थान के सर्टिफिकेट कोर्स में विधि स्नातक कार्यक्रम के साथ-साथ नामांकित नही हो सकते है। If the candidate has passed out from Hindi Sahitya Sammelan, Prayag, Prayagraj or Nadwa College, Lucknow & has not passed Intermediate Exam with English language then he/she will not be eligible for admission.
  • 2.9हिन्दी साहित्य सम्मेलन, प्रयाग, प्रयागराज अथवा नदवा कालेज, लखनऊ से उत्तीर्ण अभ्यथिर्यों ने यदि अंग्रेजी भाषा के साथ इण्टरमीडिएट स्तर की परीक्षा उत्तीर्ण नहीं हंै तो वे प्रवेश हेतु अर्ह नहीं होंगे। All foreign students seeking admission in the University are compulsorily required to have knowledge of Hindi or English language. Medium of instruction in University is Hindi and English.
  • 2.10 For admission to the Faculty of Law
    • 2.10.1In case the students seeking admission to the Faculty of Law, he/she shall not be allowed to simultaneously register for a Law degree Programme with any other Graduate or Post Graduate Degree/Diploma or even a cerficate course run by the University of Lucknow or any other University or an Instute for academic or professional learning.
    • 2.10.2प्रवेश प्रक्रिया के लिए यूजीसी/बीसीआई/एनसीटीई के सुसंगत नियम (समय-समय पर सशोधित) बाध्यकारी होंगें। For the students taking admission to the LL.B. (Integrated) course there shall be no lateral entry on the plea of graduaon in any subject or exit by way of awarding a degree spling the course at any intermediary stage of the course
    • 2.10.3The relevant UGC/BCI/NCTE/AICTE/PCI rules (as amended from me to me) shall be binding.
  • 2.11भारण रू उत्कृष्ट खिलाड़ीए एन॰सी॰सी॰ 'बी' प्रमाण पत्र धारकए विधि संकाय में प्रवेश हेतु महिला अभ्यर्थियांे को भारण के फलस्वरूप उनके द्वारा कम्बाइन्ड मेरिट में अर्जित प्राप्तांक का क्रमशः 5%, 2.5%, 5% जोड़कर उनका योग्यता क्रमांक योग्यता सूची में निर्धारित किया जायेगा। Weightage: The final merit of the candidates bearing the Outstanding sportsperson, N.C.C “B” certificate and girl candidates of Faculty of Law will be determined in the merit list by adding 5%, 2.5%, 5% of the total marks obtained by him/her in the combined merit.
  • 2.12प्रवेश शुल्क की वापसी के प्रार्थना पत्र, प्रवेश प्राप्ति के केवल 30 (तीस) दिनों के भीतर प्राप्त होने पर ही स्वीकार किये जायेंगे। प्रवेश शुल्क की वापसी जमा शुल्क में 10ः की कटौती करके होगीए प्रतिबन्ध यह है कि विद्यार्थी की किसी भी कक्षा में उपस्थिति अंकित न हुई हो। The request for refund of fees to withdrawal from the course shall only be entertained if made within 30 days from the date of admission. The refund is subject to 10% deduction of fee deposited, provided that student has not attended the classes.
  • 2.13प्रवेश से सम्बन्धित सभी कानूनी विवादों का न्याय क्षे़़त्र लखनऊ ही होगा। All the legal matters pertaining to the admission shall be subject to Lucknow Judicature only.

3. Weightage & Reservation Policy

3.1 Weightage

3.1.1 Outstanding Sportsperson 5% of marks obtained in qualifying examination.
3.1.2 N.C.C. “B” Certificate holders 2.5% of marks obtained in qualifying examination.
3.1.3 For faculty of Law, girls will be given weightage 5% of marks obtained in qualifying examination.

3.2 Reservation

All reservations would be given as per the Policies & Guidelines of Government of Uttar Pradesh and University of Lucknow.
3.2.1 Vertical Maximum Percentages
3.2.1.1 Scheduled Caste* 21%
3.2.1.2 Scheduled Tribe* 2%
3.2.1.3 OBC (Non Creamy Layer)* 27%
3.2.1.4 Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)* 10%
For details see 3.6 of this Guideline.
3.2.1.3.1 Applicants of OBC (Non Creamy Layer) category would require the following certificates at the time of counseling.
  • OBC (Non Creamy Layer) Certificate issued on or after July 1, 2019. The OBC (Non Creamy layer) certificate issued before July 1, 2019, will not be considered.
3.2.1.3.2
*The Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Class (Non Creamy layer) candidates originally belonging to Uttar Pradesh will be given the benefit of reservation. Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Class (Non Creamy layer) candidates of other States will be treated as general.
3.2.2Horizontal
3.2.2.1 Son/Daughter/Spouse of LU Teachers/Employees
As per
University rules
3.2.2.2 Son/Daughter/Spouse of LU affiliated Govt./Aided Colleges of University of Lucknow and Govt. Ayurvedic College
As per
University rules
3.2.2.3 Physically Handicapped/Disabled (including1% for blinds)
5%
3.2.2.4 Son/Daughter/Grandson/Granddaughter of Freedom Fighters from U.P.
2%
3.2.2.5 Son/Daughter of Retd. Defence Personnel or Physically Handicapped Defence Personnel or Defence Personnel killed in war or Defence Personnel posted in UP.
5%
3.3 Competent authorities for issuance of certificates
3.3.1 Outstanding Sportsperson (3.1.1) Competent Authority
3.3.2 Physically Handicapped (3.2.2.3) Chief Medical Officer of District
3.3.3 Freedom Fighter (3.2.2.4) District Magistrate
3.3.4 N.C.C. “B” Certificate (3.1.2) Competent Authority
3.3.5 Scheduled Caste (3.2.1.1) District Magistrate, Additional District Magistrate, City Magistrate, Pargana Magistrate or Tehsildar
3.3.6 Scheduled Tribes (3.2.1.2) Reservation certificate shall be verified on internet.
3.3.7 Other Backward Class (3.2.1.3) Reservation certificate shall be verified on internet.
3.3.8 Income Certificate (within 6 months) Income certificate shall be verified on internet.
3.3.9 Teachers/     Employees    of    University (3.2.2.1) Registrar, University of Lucknow. The certificates issued  on or after 1st March of the year of admission will only be considered.
3.3.10 Teacher of the affiliated Govt./Aided Colleges of University of Lucknow and Govt. Ayurvedic College (3.2.2.2) Principal of the college. The certificates issued on or after 1st March of the year of admission will only be considered.
3.4 The weightage will be given according to the rules of University to the players of the following categories:
3.4.1 Such players who have taken part in the Inter-regional Competitions on behalf of Regional Team after being selected at the District Level in the last two years (the original certificates given by the DIOS/RIOS/DDO will be acceptable).
  or
3.4.2 Such players who have represented Uttar Pradesh in National or Inter-state Competitions in last two years and the competitions have been organized by State Sports Originations recognized by the Authorities. The certificates given by the organizers of Govt. Organizations of these competitions will be acceptable.
3.4.3 Note: 1. Only those players are eligible who have taken part in such sports competitions for which facility is available in University of Lucknow and which are recognized by University Union (Sports Department), New Delhi or National Institutions.
3.4.4 Note 2. For getting sports and handicapped weightage/ reservation, candidate will have to be present before the sports/medical board. The candidate, who does not appear before these boards, will not be provided the sports and handicapped weightage/ reservation for admission and his/her admission form will be considered as of general category. Information in this regard will be given only on University website.
3.5 Weightage and Sub Category Verification
3.5.1 Verification to be done on the day of test
3.5.1.1 Weightage
  • Outstanding Sports Person
  • NCC B Certificate
3.5.1.2 Subcategory
  • Freedom Fighter
  • Physically Handicapped
  • Defense Personnel
  • University Employee Ward
  • College Teachers’ Ward
3.5.2 All candidates who have sought some weightage or sub category reservation have to get their certificate verified on the day of the admission test at designated places.

3.5.3 Such candidates have to bring along their original and photocopy of the certificates (2 sets) along with a print out of the application form, admit card.

3.5.4 Candidates, who have sought any weightage or subcategory in their application form but do not  appear for verification at designated venue, will not be given the benefit claimed.

3.6 Reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS)

3.6.1 Applicants of the General category who want to claim the benefit of the EWS reservation have to upload the following documents during filling of online application forms

3.6.1.1 EWS certificate issued by the Competent Authority

4 Programmes Available

4.1 Faculty of Arts
Programme Duration  
B.A. (NEP) 8 Semesters  
4.1.2.1 योग्यता/Eligibility    
इण्टरमीडिएट या समकक्ष परीक्षा सामान्य एवं अ॰बी॰सी॰ वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 60%* अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति/जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 55%* अनिवार्य है। ;’यह प्रतिशत् समस्त विषयों के प्राप्ताँकों पर आधारित हैद्ध। The minimum marks required for General and Other Backward Classes candidates is 40% of marks* in Intermediate or equivalent examination and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes is 33%* of marks in Intermediate or equivalent examination.* This percentage is based upon total marks of all the subjects.
4.1.2.2 Choice of Subjects in BA (NEP) Four Year Programme for the session 2022-23
बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स) कार्यक्रम¨ं के लिए एक ही आॅनलाइन फार्म तथा समान प्रवेश परीक्षा होगी। The student will have to choose two Major (Major 1 and Major 2) and one Minor Subjects from groups A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K (one subject from either of the group) of the table given below with following restrictions
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (a) The subjects which has been chosen as major subject cannot be chosen as minor subject
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (b) Pol Sc. and Pub Adm shall not be chosen together.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (c) Sociology and Social Work shall not be chosen together.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (d) Hindi and Functional Hindi shall not be chosen together.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (e) Sanskrit and Functional Sanskrit shall not be chosen together.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (f) Arab Culture and Asian Culture shall not be chosen together.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (g) Statistics shall be given as a minor subject only if Mathematics has been chosen as a major subject.
प्रवेश के समय बी॰ए॰ (अनर्स), के विषयों में विकल्प देने की व्यवस्था उपलब्ध रहेगी। (h) Candidates opting for Statistics will also have to offer Mathematics.
4.1.2.3
Group Subject Seats per Subject Seats for MAJOR 1 and MAJOR 2 Subjects Seats for MINOR Subject
  Group A Hindi 400 267 133
Hindi* 60 (SF) 40(SF) 20(SF)
Functional Hindi 30 20 10
Group B English 320 214 106
English* 60 (SF) 40 (SF) 20 (SF)
  Group C French 80 54 26
Functional Sanskrit 30 20 10
Urdu 80 54 26
Sanskrit 80 54 26
  Group D Ancient Indian History 320 214 106
Ancient Indian History* 60 (SF) 40(SF) 20 (SF)
Arab Culture 80 54 26
Arabic 60 40 20
Asian Culture 160 107 53
History 160 107 53
Mathematics 60 40 20
Group E Philosophy 80 54 26
Statistics 30 20 10
Group F Psychology 80 54 26
Psychology* 40 (SF) 27 (SF) 13 (SF)
  Group G Economics 320 214 106
Economics* 60 (SF) 40 (SF) 20(SF)
Jyotir Vigyan* 30 (SF) 20 (SF) 10 (SF)
Linguistics 80 54 26
Persian 60 40 20
  Group H Geography* 80(SF) 54 (SF) 26 (SF)
Home Science* 80(SF) 54 (SF) 26 (SF)
Physical Education* 40 (SF) 27 (SF) 13 (SF)
  Group I Defence Studies 80 54 26
Political Science 140 94 46
Political Science* 60 (SF) 40 (SF) 20 (SF)
Public Administration 160 107 53
Travel & Tourism Management* 30 (SF) 20 (SF) 10(SF)
  Group J Sociology 160 107 53
Social Work 120 80 40
Social Work 60 (SF) 40 (SF) 20 (SF)
Anthropology 120 80 40
Group K NCC 0 0 120
4.1.3 Oriental Sanskrit प्राच्य संस्कृत (Regular) :
Course   Seats  
Shastri   25  
4.1.4 BJMC (For Colleges only)
योग्यता/Eligibility
Passed Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination or Polytechnic Diploma with 50% marks for General and Other Backward Class candidates and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 45% based on total marks of all subjects
4.2 Faculty of Commerce
4.2.1 योग्यता/
Course Duration Seats
B.Com. (Hons) 6 Semesters 180
B.Com. (NEP) 4 YEAR PROGRAMME 8 Semesters 450
B.Com. (SF) (NEP) 4 YEAR PROGRAMME 8 Semesters 240
4.2.2 योग्यता/Eligibility
वाणिज्य मंे इण्टरमीडिएट या समकक्ष परीक्षा अथवा अर्थशास्त्र या गणित में से किसी एक विषय के साथ इण्टरमीडिएट। सामान्य एवं अ॰बी॰सी॰ वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 40% अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति /जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 33% अनिवार्य है। B.Com (Hons)  में सामान्य एवं अ॰बी॰सी॰ वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 60% अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति /जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 55% अनिवार्य है।यह प्रतिशत् समस्त विषयों के प्राप्ताँकों पर आधारित है।Intermediate or equivalent examination with Commerce or Intermediate or equivalent with Economics or Mathematics as one of the subjects of study. Candidates of General and Other Backward Classes must secure at least 40% of marks and candidates of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes must secure minimum 33% marks. In B.Com (Hons), General and Other Backward Classes candidates must secure at least 60% of marks and Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes candidates must secure minimum 55% marks. These are based on total marks of all subjects.
4.3 Faculty of Law
4.3.1    
Course Duration
LL.B. (Integrated) Five Years 10 Semesters 160
4.3.2 योग्यता/Eligibility    
इण्टरमीडिएट या समकक्ष परीक्षा सामान्य एवं अ॰बी॰सी॰ वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 45% अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति /जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 40% अनिवार्य है। Intermediate or equivalent examination. For General and Other Backward Classes candidates must secure atleast 45% of marks and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 40% based on total marks of all subject.
4.4 Faculty of Science
4.4.1 B.Sc. (Mathematics Group) (NEP) 4 YEAR PROGRAMME
4.4.1.1 योग्यता/Eligibility
इण्टरमीडिएट विज्ञान (गणित वर्ग) या समकक्ष परीक्षा सामान्य एवं अ॰बी॰सी॰ वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 40% अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति/जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 33% अनिवार्य है। यह प्रतिशत् समस्त विषयों के प्राप्ताँकों पर आधारित है। Intermediate Science (with Mathematics group) or equivalent examination. For General and Other Backward Classes candidates must secure atleast 40% of marks and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 33% based on total marks of all subjects.
4.4.1.2 Choice of Subjects in B.Sc. (Maths Group) (NEP) Programme for the session 2022-23
The student will have to choose two Major and one minor subjects from groups A, B, C (one subject from either of the group) with following restrictions
(a) The subject which has been chosen as major subject cannot be chosen as minor subject.
(b)The Self-Finance subjects shall be given together.
The student can choose 2 Major and 1 Minor subject from Group D separately which shall be allotted on the basis of merit.
Group Subject Seats per Subject Seats for Major1 and Major 2 Subjects Seats for Minor Subject
Group A Mathematics 437 292 145
Mathematics* 30 (SF) 20 (SF) 10 (SF)
Group B Physics 437 292 145
Physics* 30 (SF) 20 (SF) 10 (SF)
  Group C Statistics 85 57 28
Chemistry 250 167 83
Geology 62 42 20
Astronomy 20 0 20
Computer Science 20 14 6
Computer Science* 30 (SF) 20 (SF) 10 (SF)
  Group D Mathematics 13 9 4
Statistics 13 9 4
Computer Science 13 9 4
* If the candidate chooses the Self-Finance (SF) courses then the fees of the self finance subject shall be applicable.
4.4.2 B.Sc. (Bio Group) (NEP) 4 YEAR PROGRAMME
4.4.2.1 योग्यता/Eligibility
इण्टरमीडिएट या समकक्ष परीक्षा विज्ञान विषय के साथ। सामान्य एवं अ0पि0वर्ग के अभ्यर्थियों के कम से कम 40%* अंक एवं अनुसूचित जाति /जनजाति श्रेणी के अभ्यर्थियों के लिए न्यूनतम प्राप्तांक 33%* अनिवार्य है।यह प्रतिशत् समस्त विषयों के प्राप्ताँकों पर आधारित है। Intermediate Science (with Biology group) or equivalent examination. For General and Other Backward Classes candidates must secure atleast 40% of marks and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 33% based on total marks of all subjects.
4.4.3.2
Subject Group Duration No. of Seats
B.Voc. (Renewable Energy) 6 Semesters 25
4.4.3 B.Sc. (Agriculture) (For Colleges only)
4.4.3.1 योग्यता/Eligibility
Passed Intermediate or equivalent examination with Science (Maths/Biology) or with Agriculture subject. For General and Other Backward Class candidates must secure at least 45%* of marks and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 40%* based on total marks of all subjects. एक सवित्त्पोषित पाठ्यक्रम है अतः सम्बंधित विषय में उपलब्ध सीटों के 60% से कम प्रवेश होने पर कोर्स जारी नहीं होगा
4.5 Faculty of Fine Arts
4.5.1Courses Available
4.5.1.1 Bachelors of Visual Art (Painting):
Name Maximum Age** Type Minimum Qualifications Seats Duration
Painting 21 Years Regular Intermediate 18 8 Semesters
Painting 21 Years Self-Finance Intermediate 14 8 Semesters
4.5.1.2 Bachelors of Visual Art (Applied Art):
Name Maximum Age** Type Minimum Qualifications Seats Duration
Applied Art 21 Years Regular Intermediate 18 8 Semesters
Applied Art 21 Years Self-Finance Intermediate 14 8 Semesters
4.5.1.3 Bachelors of Visual Art (Sculpture):
Name Maximum Age** Type Minimum Qualifications seats Duration
Sculpture 21 Years Regular Intermediate 14 8 Semesters
Sculpture 21 Years Self-Finance Intermediate 05 8 Semesters
4.5.1.1 Choice of Subjects in B.Sc. (Biology Group) (NEP) Programme for the session 2022-23
The student will have to choose two Major and one minor subjects from groups A, B, C, D (one subject from either of the group) with following restrictions
(a) The subject which has been chosen as major subject cannot be chosen as minor subject. The student can choose 2 Major and 1 Minor subject from Group E separately which shall be allotted on the basis of merit.
Group Subject Seats per Subject Seats for Major1 and Major2 Subjects Seats for Minor Subject
Group A Zoology 235 157 78
Group B Botany 245 164 81
  Group C Chemistry 200 134 66
Anthropology 20 14 6
Group D Geology 50 34 16
  Group E Genetics & Genomics* 30 20 10
Botany 30 20 10
Chemistry 30 20 10
4.4.3 B.Voc. (Renewable Energy)
4.4.1.1 योग्यता/Eligibility
Passed Intermediate or equivalent examination with Science subject. For General and Other Backward Class candidates must secure at least 40%* of marks and for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes minimum number of marks obtained should be 33%* based on total marks of all subjects एक सवित्त्पोषित पाठ्यक्रम है अतः सम्बंधित विषय में उपलब्ध सीटों के 60% से कम प्रवेश होने पर कोर्स जारी नहीं होगा
4.5.1.4 B.F.A. in Textile Design:
Name Maximum Age** Type Minimum Qualifications Seats Duration
Textile Design 21 Years Self-Finance Intermediate 10 8 Semesters
** as on July 31 of the year of admission
For all Degree (B.V.A./ B.F.A.) Courses and all Diploma courses there will be a common entrance examination. The subject can be opted according to merit at the time of counseling
4.6 FACULTY OF YOGA AND ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE
Degree Course Duration Seat Type Fees Eligibility Requirements
B.A./ B.Sc. Yoga 6 Semesters 60 Self-Financed 25000 Per Semesters Intermediate with Arts or Commerce (Minimum marks: General/ OBC 40%, SC/ST 33%) Intermediate with Science (Minimum marks: General/OBC 40%, SC/ST 33%)
BNYS BNYS 10 Semesters 60 Self-Financed 50000 Per Semesters 10+2 or equivalent examination with Physics, Chemistry & Biology as subject (Min Marks 50% in Science subjects) 5% relaxation for SC/ST candidates, Min age 17yrs on 31st Dec, 2022
All the classes of this Faculty shall be conducted in the second campus of the University, Jankipuram, ext., Lucknow
4.6.1 BA/B.Sc. (YOGA) is a Self-Finance course, hence if the number of admissions are less than 60% of the total number of the sanctioned seats in the concerned subject then the course shall be discontinued.
4.7 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
4.7.1B.Tech Admission through JEE merit and counselling by UPTU
4.7.2BCA For details click here
4.8 INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES (IMS)
4.8.1BBA, BBA (IB), BBA (MS), BBA (Tourism) For details click here
4.9 INSTITUTE OF PHARMACY
4.9.1B. Pharm Admission through UPTU
4.9.2D. Pharm For admission details click here
4.10 FACULTY OF EDUCATION
4.10.1B.El.Ed. For admission details click here

5 Fee Structure

5.1 Faculty of Arts
5.1.1 Bachelor of Arts Programme
Course Basic Fee in (INR) (Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission (Per Semester)
 
B. A. 3027.00 3527.00  
5.1.2 Subject Fee:      
Subject   Amount  
Jyotir Vigyan   2000.00  
Hindi   3000.00  
English   3000.00  
AIH   3000.00  
Psychology   3000.00  
Political Science   3000.00  
Social Work   3000.00  
Economics   3000.00  
Travel & Tourism Management   4000.00  
Geography   4000.00  
Home Science   4000.00  
Physical Education   5000.00  
Fee at the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment Fee of Rs. 500.00
  • Laboratory Fees of Rs. 1000.00 per subject per annum will be charged wherever applicable
5.1.3 Oriental Sanskrit
Course Basic Fee in (INR Per Annum) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
Shastri 1674.00 2149.00  
5.2 Faculty of Commerce
Course Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
B.Com. (Regular) 3527.00 4027.00  
B.Com. (Self-Finance) 15330.00 15830.00  
B.Com. (Hons) 27830.00 28330.00  
Fee At the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment fee of Rs. 500.00
5.3 Faculty of Law
Subject Group Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
LL.B. (Integrated 5 Year) 25580.00 26080.00  
Fee at the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment fee of Rs. 500.00
5.4 Faculty of Science
5.4.1 B.Sc. (Mathematics Group)
Subject Group Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics 3527.00 8027.00  
Physics, Mathematics & Statistics 3527.00 8027.00  
Physics, Mathematics & Geology 3527.00 9527.00  
Physics, Mathematics & Astronomy 3527.00 8027.00  
Physics, Mathematics & Computer Science 3527.00 11027.00  
Mathematics, Statistics & Computer Science 3527.00 11027.00  
5.4.1.1 Self-Finance B.Sc. (Mathematics Group)
Subject Group Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
Physics, Mathematics & Computer Science* 13580.00 14080.00  
Fee At the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment fee of Rs. 500.00
  • Laboratory Fees of Rs. 2000.00 per subject per annum will be charged in addition to the basic fees wherever applicable.
  • Subject fee of Rs. 1500.00 per semester for combinations with Geology.
  • Subject fee of Rs. 3000.00 per semester for combinations with Computer Science
  • Candidates offering Physics/Mathematics as one of the SF Subject, a fee of Rs. 3000.00 per semester will be charged extra
5.4.2 B.Sc. (Biology Group)
Subject Group Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of
admission
 
Chemistry, Botany & Zoology 3527.00 10027.00  
Zoology, Botany & Geology 3527.00 10027.00  
Geology, Botany & Chemistry 3527.00 10027.00  
Botany, Geology & Anthropology 3527.00 11527.00  
Zoology, Botany & Anthropology 3527.00 10027.00  
Zoology, Chemistry & Geology 3527.00 11527.00  
Zoology, Geology & Anthropology 3527.00 11527.00  
Genetics & Genomics, Chemistry & Botany 3527.00 23027.00  
Fee At the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment Fee of Rs. 500.00 (one time)
  • Laboratory Fee of Rs. 2000.00 per subject per annum will be charged in addition to the basic fees wherever applicable.
  • Subject fee of Rs. 1500.00 per semester for combinations with Geology
  • Subject fee of Rs. 15000.00 per semester for combinations with Genetics & Genomics
5.4.3B.Voc.(Renewable Energy)
Subject Group Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of admission (Per Semester)  
B.Voc. (Renewable Energy) 6380.00 6880.00  
B.A./B.Sc. (Yoga) 25080.00 25580.00  
BNYS 50000.00 50500.00  
Fee at the time of admission includes
  • Enrollment Fee of Rs. 500.00 (one time)
5.5 Faculty of Fine Arts
Course Basic Fee in (INR Per Semester) Applicable Fee in (INR) at time of admission (Per Semester)  
BVA/BFA (Regular) 6372.00 10572.00  
BVA/BFA (Self-Finance) 15630.00 20830.00  
BVA/BFA (Self-Finance)

  • Enrollment Fee of Rs. 500.00
  • Laboratory Fee of Rs. 2000.00 per subject will be charged in addition to the basic fees for BVA/BFA regular.
  • Laboratory Fee of Rs. 3000.00 per subject will be charged in addition to the basic fees for BVA/BFA (SF).
  • Subject fee of Rs. 700.00 per semester for BVA/BFA (regular and SF) and Diploma.
  • A refundable caution money of Rs. 500/- and library caution money of Rs.500 shall be charged at the time of admission in BVA/BFA programmes and will be refundable after declaration of the final year result within 30 days If no loss or damages of the department property.
  • Programme Structure / Programme Module / Programme Name of all Under Graduate programmes may get change as per the guidelines of Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Department and University authorities in the session 2022-23.

6 Mode of Admission

  • 23 फरवरी, 2021 को आयोजित प्रवेश समिति की बैठक में लिए गए निर्णय के अनुसार कला, वाणिज्य, विधि, विज्ञान और ललित कला संकायों में स्नातक अभ्यर्थियों का प्रवेश, इस हेतु आयोजित की जाने वाली विश्वविद्यालय की प्रवेश परीक्षा में प्राप्त अंको के आधार पर तैयार मेरिट लिस्ट लिया जायेगा। Admissions in the Faculties of Arts, Commerce, Law, Science and Fine Arts, Yoga, Medicine, Pharmacy Under Graduate students shall be admitted on the basis of marks obtained in Undergraduate Entrance test (UGET) of the University.
  • योग्यता के क्रम को निम्नलिखित रूप में निर्धारित किया जायेगा:-Order of Merit will be determined as follows :-
  • यदि दो या दो से अधिक अभ्यर्थियों ने मेरिट सूची में बराबर अंक/श्रेणी प्राप्त किये हैं तो प्रवेश के लिए मेरिट का निर्धारण निम्नलिखित प्रकार से होगाः-If two or more candidates have secured equivalent marks/rank in the merit list, then the merit for admission will be determined as follows:-
  • जिस अभ्यर्थी के इण्टरमीडिएट (102) या समकक्ष परीक्षा या पाॅलीटेक्निक डिप्लोमा में उच्च प्रतिशत प्राप्त होंगे, उस अभ्यर्थी को पहली वरीयता दी जायेगी।The candidate, who has secured higher percentage of marks in Intermediate (10+2) or equivalent examination or Polytechnic Diploma, will be given preference.
  • यदि अभ्यर्थियों के कक्षा 12 परीक्षा में प्राप्त अंक बराबर हंै तो ऐसी स्थिति में पहली वरीयता उस अभ्यर्थी को दी जायेगी जिसने हाई स्कूल या समकक्ष परीक्षा या पाॅलीटेक्निक डिप्लोमा में उच्चतर प्रतिशत प्राप्त किया हैं।If the marks secured in class 12 or equivalent examination or Polytechnic Diploma are the same in such cases first preference will be given to the candidate who has secured higher percentage of marks in High School or equivalent examination.
  • अभ्यर्थी योग्यता (मेरिट) के आधार पर पर भारण (यदि कोई है) के लिए हकदार होगा।The candidate shall be entitled to weightages (if any) on the merit.
6.1MODALITIES FOR U.G. ENTRANCE EXAM
6.1.1Admission will be on MCQ (Multiple Choice Questions) based Entrance Test.
6.1.2The number of questions in Entrance Test of all Programmes will be 100 each
6.1.3Each question will carry 02 marks.
6.1.4There will be no negative marking.
6.1.5The duration of Entrance Test will be of 90 minutes for all programmes.
6.2Syllabus
6.2.1B.A. (NEP)
Questions will be from subjects Hindi, English, Geography, History, Civics, Psychology, Economics (10+2 level).
6.2.2B.Com. and B.Com. (H)
Questions will be related to Mental Ability, Commerce, Accounting, Commercial Maths, Economics and Computer (10+2 level).
6.2.3B.Sc. (Maths)
Questions will be related to Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics of (10+2 level) Mental Aptitude and basic knowledge of Computer Application.
6.2.4B.Sc. (Biology) and BNYS
Questions will be related to Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, of (10+2 level) Mental Aptitude and basic knowledge of Computer Application.
6.2.5LLB (Integrated 5 Years)
Questions will be related to Legal General Awareness, History, Geography, General Science, Reasoning and Mental Ability.
6.2.6BBA
Questions will be related to General Knowledge, General English, Numerical Aptitude, Logical Reasoning.
6.2.7BCA
Questions will be related to General Knowledge, General English, Numerical Aptitude, Mathematics & Computer Science & Logical Reasoning.
6.2.8D.Pharma
Question paper will contain 100 MCQ out of which.
(i) 50 questions of Chemistry & Physics (10+2) level.
(ii) Remaining 50 questions will be from Maths (10+2) level and Biology (10+2) level, Candidate will have to opt for any one (Maths or Biology)
6.2.9B.Sc. Yoga
Questions will be related to General Knowledge, General English, Logical Reasoning, General Science.

7 Counseling Procedure

  • 7.1 University of Lucknow will be adopting an Off Campus Online Counseling for the B.A. (NEP), B.Com. (NEP), B.Com.(Hons), B.Sc. (NEP) Biology, B.Sc. (NEP) Mathematics, LL.B. (Integrated), BCA and B.Voc. (Renewable Energy), UG Management (BBA), BBA (Tourism), BVA/BFA, B.El.Ed., B.Sc. (AG), BJMC, Yoga, Pharmacy programmes. Candidates have to register and submit choices after the result has been declared.
  • 7.2The prospective candidates are advised to keep visiting the University website regularly for announcements, notices and updates, because no separate information shall be sent to any prospective candidate.

    EWS Certificate

  • Applicants who want to avail the benefit of Economically Weaker Section (EWS) seats, have to choose Yes on the Personal Information Page of application. The certificate for this must be uploaded on Upload Documents page. They would need the following certificates at the time of counseling
  • EWS certificate issued by the Competent Authority.
  • Caste Certificate

  • The number of Caste Certificate issued by the competent authority will have to be entered for availing the benefit of reservation for OBC, SC and ST applicants. Validity of these certificates will be verified from the Government website. (The Certificate for this must be uploaded on Upload Documents page)
  • Applicants of OBC (Non Creamy Layer) category would require the following certificates at the time of counseling
    • OBC Certificate issued on or after July 1, 2019.
    • The OBC Non Creamy layer certificate issued before July 1, 2019 will not be considered.
  • The Scheduled Caste, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Class candidates originally belonging to Uttar Pradesh will be given the benefit of reservation. Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Class candidates of other States will be treated as general.
  • Income Certificate

  • Applicants will have to enter the number of these Income Certificate at the time of filling of the form.
  • The Income certificate has to be issued on or after January 1, 2022 and will be verified through the Government website.
  • Certificates whose details are not available on respective website will not be entertained.
  • The applicants who do not have a valid income certificate issued by the competent authority will not be given benefit of zero fees at the time of admission.

8Requirements for Form Submission

  • Valid Email ID
  • Aadhaar No.
  • Active Mobile Number
    • Mobile number should be with the applicant at the time of form filling.
    • Login Credentials (Registration No. and Password) will be sent on registered Mobile Number and Email ID.
  • Alternate Mobile Number (Preferably of parents)
  • Scanned Photo in JPEG format (Maximum upload size is 50 KB only)
  • Scanned Signature in JPEG format (Maximum upload size is 50 KB only)
  • It is the sole responsibility of the student to go through the Guidelines and check his/ her eligibility at the time of application. We are not verifying the eligibility at the time of application. The eligibility will be verified by the University at the time of Counselling/Admission
  • Photo ID proof (for entering number)
    • Any one of the following ID is required for entering the number at the designated place in the online application form:
      • Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, Driving License, Passport.
  • Application Fee
    Programme General & OBC SC /ST/PH
    • UG
    Rs. 800.00 400.00
    • UG Professional (BBA & BCA)
    Rs. 1000.00 500.00
    • D.Pharma
    Rs. 1000.00 500.00
    • B.El.Ed.
    Rs. 1600.00 800.00

Form Filling

  • During the form filling process the applicant can make the entries and save the information.
  • If the applicant is unable to fill the form in one sitting or somehow the process is interrupted there is no need to register again. They can login using the credentials sent on their mobile numbers and continue the process.
  • Applicants are advised to check all the data they have entered before submitting the application fee. If there is some error they can edit it or start the entire process again. Once they have submitted the application fee the data submitted in the registration page cannot be edited under any circumstances.
  • Step 1 Registration
    • Applicants will have to fill the relevant details in the form. Submitted details cannot be edited later.
    • Applicants will receive their login details on the registered Mobile No. and Email ID provided at the time of registration
  • Step 2 Submit Personal Details
    • Applicants will have to enter their Personal Details.
  • Step 3 Submit Educational Qualifications Details
    • Applicants will have to fill their Educational Qualification Details
    • Along with, enter the marks of all the subjects mentioned in the Marksheets (if result has been declared).
    • Those applicants who have appeared for their Class 12 Examination in 2022 have to fill in the Name of the Examination Board and Roll Number in respective fields. All such applicants have to login and fill their marks obtained in the Class 12 examination or equivalent exam before appearing for counselin
  • Step 4 Upload Photo and Signature
    • Applicants will have to upload their Photo and Signature.
  • Step 5 Preview Filled Application Form
    • At this step, applicants can preview all the information submitted by them. If the filled details need any amendment then they can Edit the same or start the entire process again. Once they have submitted the Application Fee the submitted data cannot be Edited under any circumstances.
  • Step 6 Application Fee Submission
    • If all the entries in the application form are correct the applicant can submit the form and proceed for payment of the Application Fee.
    • Form fee can be submitted by any of the following ways
      • Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking
  • Step 7  Print Application form
    • Applicants can print their submitted Application Form and Fee Receipt for further references.
    • Applicants will have to retain a printout of their application form which will be needed later on.
    • Applicants do not have to send the printout of the application form to the Universit
Data Editing

  • • Submitted data can be edited by the candidate by logging into the Admission Portal using the credentials sent to their registered Email ID and Mobile Number.
    • o If the candidate forgets his/her login password, he/she can regenerate their password by clicking on the Forgot Password? link and submitting their Registration Number. The new login details will be sent to their registered Mobile Number & Email ID.
  • The data will be treated as frozen after its Final Submission. Till the last date of submission, applicant can make changes in certain fields like Date of Birth, Gender, Address, etc. Applicant’s Name, Father’s Name and Mother’s Name cannot be edited. Corrections in the category opted will be allowed only for General and OBC applicants.
Important Note

  • In case the payment is not updated immediately, applicants are advised to wait for at least 72 hours before contacting the technical helpline 0522-4150500 during working hours. They are also advised not to make multiple payments. All payments that are successful on the console will get updated automatically. They should note that no late fee or fine would be imposed on them.
  • Those applicants who are appearing in their qualifying examination in 2022 have to fill in the name of the examination board now. All such applicants have to login and fill their marks obtained in the qualifying examination before appearing for counseling. 
  • Applicants who want to avail the benefit of Economically Weaker Section (EWS) seats have to choose yes in the personal information page. The certificate for this can be uploaded on the page where there option of uploading photo and signature. It is not compulsory to upload the certificate at the time of form filling.
  • Applicants of the OBC, SC and ST category have to fill the caste certificate number in the space provided for this. In case they do not have the recent certificate they can enter the number of the old certificate or the acknowledgement number and fill the form. They can provide the certificate later.
  • Applicants of the SC and ST category who want to avail the benefit of zero fee are required to mention the income certificate number in the space provided for this. In case they do not have the recent certificate they can enter the number of the old certificate or the acknowledgement number and fill the form. They can provide the certificate later.