DSMRU Lucknow Admission 2026

Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh · DSMRU Lucknow · Estd. 2008
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DSMNRU 2026-27 admissions open at dsmnru.ac.in for divyangjan students. Updated: 2026-05-11

About Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University

Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra National Rehabilitation University (DSMNRU), established in 2008 by an Act of the UP state legislature, is a state university dedicated exclusively to the education of differently-abled students (Divyangjan). Located at Mohaan Road, Lucknow, DSMNRU is one of the few universities in India focused on disability rehabilitation education. The university is named after Dr. Shakuntala Misra — a pioneer of Indian disability rights.

DSMNRU has multiple departments — Special Education (Visual/Hearing/Locomotor/Mental impairments), Rehabilitation Sciences, Sign Language Studies, Braille Studies, Assistive Technology, and Inclusive Education. Offers UG, PG, MPhil and PhD programmes — all designed for differently-abled students with adaptive teaching methods.

Admissions through DSMNRU Entrance Test + disability certification (issued by competent authority). Open to differently-abled students only. Full fee waiver, accommodation and assistive technology provided.

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Application fee: ₹0 (General) / ₹0 (Reserved) · Official site ↗

Entrance Exams

Multiple modes accepted

DSMNRU Entrance + Disability Certificate
Conducted by Dr. Shakuntala Misra NRU Lucknow

Admissions exclusively for differently-abled students. DSMNRU Entrance + medical certification of disability. Full fee waiver, accommodation, assistive technology free.

Eligibility

All UG/PG/PhD open ONLY to differently-abled students. Plus Two pass for UG; bachelor for PG; PG 55% for PhD.

Important Dates

Event Date Stage Portal Status
DSMNRU Application 2026 15 Apr 2026 dsmnru.ac.in Upcoming
DSMNRU Entrance 2026 15 Jun 2026 dsmnru.ac.in Upcoming
DSMNRU Counselling 2026 25 Jul 2026 dsmnru.ac.in Upcoming

How to Apply

Previous Year Cutoffs

Cutoffs will be published here once last year's data is verified.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for eligible candidates at this university.

FULL FREE EDUCATION for all admitted students (no tuition, no boarding); UP state Divyangjan scholarships, Central Sector for PwBD, Indira Gandhi Award.

Reservations

PwBD-only admissions (100% reservation for differently-abled); within PwBD: SC/ST/OBC sub-distribution.

Results & Merit Lists

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission process at Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University?
Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University admits students primarily through DSMNRU Entrance + Disability Certificate. After the entrance exam result, candidates register on the university's CSAS (or equivalent) portal, fill college and programme preferences, and accept seats round-by-round.
What is the application fee at Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University?
For 2026, the application fee is ₹0 for General/OBC/EWS candidates and ₹0 for SC/ST/PwBD candidates.
When does Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University declare its cutoff?
Cutoffs at Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University are released after each round of seat allotment. CSAS/portal-based universities typically publish round-wise allocation lists; merit-based universities release a single merit list. Watch the Important Dates section above for exact dates.
Does Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University accept DSMNRU Entrance + Disability Certificate scores?
DSMNRU Entrance + Disability Certificate is the primary basis for admission at Uttar Pradesh Viklang Uddhar Dr. Shakuntala Misra University. See the Entrance Exams section for details on accepted exams.