NPGC Lucknow BCA : Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to the National Post Graduate College in Lucknow involves an entrance exam process, especially for professional courses like BCA and BBA, through the LUACMAT exam. Notifications for this exam are typically released in April, with applications due by June 14, accompanied by an Rs 800 fee. After exams, candidates go through a counseling session, requiring document submission and a Demand Draft of Rs 29,000. The BCA program is notably competitive with only 60 available seats.

Traditional courses like BA, BSc, and BCom also require entrance exams directly conducted by the college. The faculty is well-qualified, offering support and knowledge, though some members are perceived as biased. The college's fee structure is affordable compared to other local institutions. The BCA program costs Rs 28,000 per semester, approximately Rs 60,000 annually, while BBA fees are similar. Traditional courses are less expensive, with B.Sc costing less than Rs 20,000 per year and B.Com under Rs 10,000 per year.

Scholarships are available for students from families earning below Rs 2 lakhs annually. Placement opportunities are average, with 80% of BCA students placed in companies like Google Ads, British Telecom, and TCS, which offers off-campus placements. Companies such as HCL and Wipro participate, offering packages up to 2.24 LPA. Internships are not directly provided but are required for final-year projects. On-ground placements average around 7 to 8 LPA, with eligibility requiring a minimum 7C GPA and strong soft skills.

Scholarships are awarded to top semester exam rankers, and the UP government offers scholarships based on income criteria. The total cost for a three-year graduation course is around Rs 2 lakhs. Outstanding academic achievements are recognized with cash prizes during the annual function.