Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Bhasha Vishwavidyalaya Lucknow

Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Bhasha Vishwavidyalaya Lucknow, established in 1971 as Uttar Pradesh Urdu Academy and later upgraded to university status in 2019, stands as a distinctive institution dedicated to language studies and cultural preservation in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. Located in the heart of the culturally rich city of Lucknow, this Public State University operates under the Government of Uttar Pradesh with recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC). Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Bhasha Vishwavidyalaya Lucknow specialises in language education, with particular emphasis on Urdu, Persian, Arabic, and other regional languages, while also offering programmes in translation studies, linguistics, education, and humanities. The university is named after the revered Sufi saint Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, reflecting its commitment to cultural harmony and linguistic diversity. The institution offers a wide range of academic programmes including Diploma, Certificate, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes across various disciplines related to language studies, education, and humanities. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Bhasha Vishwavidyalaya Lucknow admits students through merit-based selection for most programmes, whilst some postgraduate and research programmes require entrance examinations. The university serves as a vital centre for preserving linguistic heritage whilst providing modern education facilities. With its focus on multilingual education and cultural studies, the university attracts students from across Uttar Pradesh and neighbouring states who wish to pursue careers in teaching, translation, journalism, research, and civil services.