Campus Times | Lucknow

Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University (KMCLU), Lucknow, has started the admission process for its PhD programmes for the academic session 2026–27. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from June 1 to June 30, 2026.

Interested applicants may apply through the university’s official website and the Samarth admission portal before the deadline.

Seats available across multiple disciplines

The university has announced PhD vacancies in a wide range of academic and professional disciplines, providing opportunities for aspiring researchers across diverse fields.

Computer Science and Engineering has the highest number of seats with 17 vacancies, followed by Pharmacy with 12 seats. Urdu and Legal Studies have 11 seats each, while Arabic and Applied Sciences & Humanities (Mathematics) offer eight seats each.

Other disciplines with available seats include Biotechnology Engineering (5), Physical Education (5), Education (4), Business Administration (4), Commerce (3), Mechanical Engineering (3), Chemistry (3), Economics (2), Home Science (2), Computer Science & Information Technology (2), and English & Modern European and Asian Languages (1).

Reservation benefits will be provided in accordance with the Uttar Pradesh Government’s reservation policy.

Admission process

Admission to the PhD programmes will be conducted through the Research Entrance Test (RET), followed by an interview. Candidates who secure the prescribed minimum qualifying marks in the entrance examination will be shortlisted for the interview round.

The university has advised applicants to carefully read the official admission notification and ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before submitting their applications.

University focused on strengthening research

Emphasising the institution’s commitment to academic excellence and research development, KMCLU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Ajay Taneja said that the university is continuously strengthening its research ecosystem by expanding opportunities across various disciplines.

He stated that the availability of seats in multiple subjects would enable a larger number of scholars to pursue advanced research and contribute meaningfully to knowledge creation in their respective fields.

Candidates advised to apply early

University authorities have urged interested candidates to complete the application process well before the last date to avoid any last-minute technical issues or delays.

Detailed information regarding eligibility criteria, seat distribution, admission guidelines, and the application process is available on the university’s official website.