Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow is a state government technical university in Uttar Pradesh, India, established in 2000 and named after former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. It is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by AICTE, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes in engineering, technology, pharmacy, architecture, management, and related fields. AKTU affiliates hundreds of colleges across the state, driving quality technical education, research, and innovation. The university’s official site provides programme details, admissions, and academic resources for students and faculty.