The Lucknow University is a reputed university which is recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC). This university offers different programs at graduate, post graduate or diploma level programs in different subject areas. LUCSAT – mainly stands for the Lucknow University Computer Admission Test. This is an admission test which is mainly conducted with an objective to select candidates for the post graduate level programs in the specific subject area of computer science in the Lucknow University.

Structure of the Lucknow University Computer Science Admission Test – LUCSAT

The structure of the Lucknow University Computer Science Admission Test – LUCSAT will mainly include the objective type questions. There will be a total of 100 questions which are involved in the test.  The entire exam is divided mainly in to two main sections. The first part will include around 40 Questions. This will mainly involve questions from the following subject areas –

• Logical reasoning
• Numerical Aptitude
• English

The second part will mainly include questions which will mainly cover the B.Sc (Computer Science) or BCA subject area. There will not be any negative marking involved in this exam. The total duration of the exam will be for about one and a half hours. There will not be any mark deduction for the questions which are left unanswered.

Syllabus of the Lucknow University Computer Science Admission Test – LUCSAT

English

• English Comprehension
• Cloze Test
• Idioms and Phrases
• Objective Comprehension
• One World Substitution
• Prepositions
• Rules of Conjunctions
• Rules of Correct Usage
• Sentence Completion
• Sentence Improvement
• Sequence of words
• Spelling Rules
• Spotting Errors
• Synonyms and Antonyms
• Tenses

Numerical Aptitude

• Average
• Data Interpretation
• HCF and LCM
• Mensuration
• Mixture of Allegations
• Number System
• Percentage
• Plane Geometry
• Profit and Loss
• Ratio and Proportion
• Simple Interest and Compound Interest
• Speed and Distance
• Time
• Time and Work

Logical Reasoning

• Alphabets Test
• Analogy Test
• Blood Relation Test
• Classification Test
• Coding-Decoding Test
• Completion of Figures test
• Counting of Figures test
• Cube and Dice test
• Data Sufficiency test
• Decision Making test
• Direction Test
• Embedded Figures test
• Formation of Figures test
• Image test
• Input and Output test
• Mathematical Operations and Reasoning
• Miscellaneous test
• Paper Cutting and Folding test
• Passage and Conclusion test
• Series Test
• Sitting Arrangement Test
• Statement and his Product test
• Syllogism Test
• Venn Diagram Test

Apart from the above mentioned syllabus, this test will also cover the B.Sc (Computer Science) or BCA subject area such as –

• Digital Fundamentals and Architecture
• Data Structures and C Programming
• Mathematical Foundation For Computer
• Science
• C++ Programming
• System Software and Operating System
• Software Engineering
• Java Programming
• Programming Lab
• C++ and Java
• Computer Networks
• RDBMS and Oracle
• Visual Programming -Visual Basic
• Software Testing

Eligibility Criteria

The minimum eligibility criterion for attending the Lucknow University Computer Science Admission Test – LUCSAT is a graduation degree. The candidate should have completed the B.Sc degree in any of the following subject area such as –

• Computer Science
• Computer Application
• Information Technology

Apart from this, those who have completed the BCA degree are also fully eligible to attend this test. Also important is that the candidates should have secured at least 45% of marks in the graduation level. There is relaxation in case of the marks in case of the reserved categories for around 5%. The candidates who are applying should have studied mathematics as a subject in the 12th class level.

How to apply?

The candidates can apply for this exam by both online and offline method. Regarding the online applications, this can be downloaded from the official website of the Lucknow University. The candidates can also get the application forms directly from the office of the concerned university. The candidates can also purchase the application forms via post also. The candidates should pay Rs 500 as the application fees. In case of the SC/ST candidates the application amount is Rs.250.  The application forms can be obtained through post only by sending a Demand draft as well as the letter of request for the application form. The candidates should make sure that they attach all the important documents with the application forms. The candidates should also foresee that they write their name and address in the back side of the demand draft. The candidates should send the application forms to the Finance Officer, University of Lucknow, Lucknow. The application forms should be sent by registered or speed post only.

How to fill the form?

The candidates should go through the application forms in detail before filling it. The candidates should fill in only the correct information with out making any mistakes. The candidates should fill in the forms in legible handwriting. While entering the details regarding the Demand Draft number and all the candidates should be very careful. The candidates can refer the application brochure in case any doubts arise while filling the application forms.

Important Dates (Tentative)

[Please note that we only provide tentative dates based on previous years dates. For exact dates related information it is always best to check official websites only.]

Date of entrance test – Second week of August 2012

Lucknow University Computer Science Admission Test – LUCSAT Test Center

Lucknow University

Contact Address

Address: Department of Computer Science, University of Lucknow, Lucknow -226007

Phone - +91-522-2740201

E mail - [email protected]

Website - www.lkouniv.ac.in

Colleges Accepting the LUCSAT score

Lucknow University

Reference Books for LUCSAT

• Computer Science by Jack Rudman
• Computer Science Question bank by Saurabh Gupta
• Computer Science: A Structured Approach by Forouzan
• Computer Simulation in Computer Science by Pidd
• Making I. T. Better - Expanding Information Technology Research to Meet Societies Needs by Committee on Information Technology
• Mathematical Foundations for Computer Science by Shahnaz Bathul
• MCQs in Computer Science by Timothy Williams
• Multiple- Choice Questions in Computer Science by Williams
• Operating Systems Engineering: Proceedings of the 14th IBM By Japan IBM Computer Science by Manoru Maekewa
• Probability Models for Computer Science by Sheldon M Ross
• Theory of Computer Science: Automata, Languages and Computation by K L P Mishra

Coaching Centers for LUCSAT

Some of the reputed institutes which offer coaching are –

• C.E.T.P.A InfoTech Pvt. Ltd.
• Gupta Classes
• I.M.S
• I.N.P.S Classes
• S.K.D New Standard Coaching Institute.
• T.I.M.E
• Test Merit

Study Plan

The candidates can gain better score if they plan their preparation for the exam in advance. The candidates should have the mind set to put in that extra effort to study for the examination. The candidates should practice upon all the important subject areas. The candidates should be updated about the day to day information which will be helpful for the exam. They can get enrolled in good coaching institutes. The candidates should prepare for the exam with the help of good study material.

How and Where To Get the Results?

The result of the LUCSAT exam can be obtained from the official website of the Lucknow University www.lkouniv.ac.in

Score Validity

The score of the LUSCAT exam is valid for a period of one year.