LPU NEST Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
Lovely Professional University National Eligibility and Scholarship Test 2026 ( LPU NEST )
LPUNEST 2026 Phase 6 Registration
1 Aug '26 - 15 Aug '26
LPUNEST Exam Pattern 2026: The Lovely Professional University has released exam pattern of LPU NEST 2026. As per the details available in the official website, the exam will be conducted in remote proctored and test centre based test, with students having the option to appear in their preferred mode.
The exam will have questions from English, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology. The question paper will include objective-type multiple-choice questions (MCQs) and fill in the blank (FIBs). There are no negative marks for incorrect answers and duration of exam will be 2:30 hrs.
Candidates applying for LPUNEST 2026 must check exam pattern before starting the preparation for the entrance test. Along with exam pattern, it is equally important to know the LPUNEST 2026 syllabus. The syllabus includes all the important topics to study for the exam. Read more details concerning the exam pattern below.
- LPUNEST 2026 Exam Pattern
- LPUNEST 2026 Marking Scheme
- LPU NEST 2026 Exam Mode
- LPU NEST Test Pattern: Important Points
LPUNEST 2026 Exam Pattern
The LPU NEST 2026 will be conducted online. The LPU NEST question paper will include a total of 100 objective-type questions. There will be four sections, namely Physics, Chemistry, English, Maths (OR) Physics, Chemistry, English, Biology. There will be twenty-five questions each in the Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology and English sections.
| Name | Courses for Test | Test Scheme | No. of questions | Marks (subject) | MM | Time | Test Type & Mode of Admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPUNEST-2025 (B.Tech) [1001] |
Physics | Physics, Chemistry, English, Maths OR Physics, Chemistry, English, Biology |
Physics (PHY11): 25 Questions (20 MCQs+5 Fill in the blanks) (4 marks each) | 100 | 400 | 150 mins | Type 1(Through Counselling) |
| Mathematics | Mathematics (MTH11): 25 Questions (20 MCQs+5 Fill in the blanks) (4 marks each) | 100 | |||||
| Chemistry | Chemistry (CHE11): 25 Questions (20 MCQs+5 Fill in the blanks) (4 marks each) | 100 | |||||
| Biology | Biology (BIO11): 25 Questions (4 marks each) | 100 | |||||
| English | English (ENG11): 25 Questions (4 marks each) | 100 |
Commonly asked questions
There will be four marks given for each correct answer in exam. No marks will be reduced for incorrect answer. LPU NEST will be conducted for 500 marks. There will be 125 questions asked in exam. Since there is no negative marking candidates can answer all questions.
LPU NEST is generally considered easy to moderate in difficulty. It is easier than most national engineering exams. The exam is designed to test concepts, not tricky questions. If the candidates prepare well, they can clear the exam in the first attempt.
Unlike other entrance exams, LPU NEST does not have negative marking. Candidates can attend all questions without fear of losing marks. This approach allows candidates to maximise chances of scoring well by making guesses or eliminating unlikely options.
LPUNEST 2026 Marking Scheme
Each correct answer in LPU NEST will be given 4 marks. There is no negative marking in LPU NEST. Therefore, no marks will be deducted for incorrect answers.
| Subjects |
Marks Per Question |
Maximum Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Physics |
4 marks |
100 marks |
| Mathematics |
4 marks |
100 marks |
| Chemistry |
4 marks |
100 marks |
| Biology |
4 marks |
100 marks |
| English |
4 marks |
100 marks |
Commonly asked questions
The question paper will include 100 questions.
Physics 25 Questions
Mathematics 25 Questions
Chemistry 25 Questions
English 25 Questions
LPU NEST is conducted in online mode. LPU NEST can be attended by the candidate either from home as a remote proctored test, or they can attend from the test centres. If the candidate wants to take the test from home, they should make sure they have a stable internet connection.
LPU NEST 2026 Exam Mode
LPU NEST is conducted in online mode. The exam can be taken either through remote proctored mode or at the exam centres. Candidates can choose the mode at the time of slot booking.
Online Remote Proctored Mode
In this mode, candidates can take the exam from home or from any quiet place using a laptop with a stable internet connection. The exam is monitored through AI-based and live proctoring. The candidates' screen activity, webcam feed, and microphone are monitored for integrity.
Online Test Centre Mode
The exam is conducted at the exam centre, with physical supervision, and all the technical requirements are provided by the centre. The question paper will be available in English. The question paper consists mainly of MCQs. For BTech programme, questions will also include fill-in-the-blank.
Commonly asked questions
The LPU NEST 2026 test centre list will be available on the official website. The exam centre list will also be available in the brochure. The candidates must select the exam centre during the slot booking process. The selection of a test city is purely for indicating your preference during registration. The final slot booking will be done by the university on the basis of availability.
While NCERT books are good for LPU NEST preparation, students must not study only NCERT. The candidates must refer to the LPU NEST syllabus provided on the official website and check different books for the topics given in the syllabus. Students can also refer to online materials for the different topics.
LPU NEST Test Pattern: Important Points
Candidates can check the important points regarding the exam below.
- LPU NEST is conducted in online mode, and candidates can appear through remote proctored mode or at the exam centres.
- The exam follows an objective-type format, with questions in the form of MCQs and Fill in the Blanks.
- English is a compulsory section in almost all LPU NEST exams.
- There is no negative marking in LPU NEST.
- The exam duration varies for each programme; for BTech it is 150 minutes.
- The BTech exam is conducted for 400 Marks.
- The total number of questions in the BTech LPU NEST question paper is 100.
- The LPU NEST syllabus is based on the Class 11 and 12 syllabi.
- The medium of the question paper is only english.
- LPU NEST scores are used for admission and scholarship.
Commonly asked questions
The test centre based LPUNEST phase 6 exam is scheduled from August 4 to 20, 2026.
LPUNEST phase 5 exam was scheduled between July 6-31, 2026.
LPUNEST 2026 phase 4 exam started on June 6 for both test centre and remote-proctored mode. The last exam date was June 30.
The LPU NEST phase 3 exam 2026 started remote proctored exam and test centre exam on May 4, 2026. Exam last date was May 20, 2026.
Candidates must follow these steps to improve time management skills
- Regularly Take Mock Tests.
- Try completing easy questions first.
- Allot time to complete every section.
- Solve past year question papers.
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