LPU NEST Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration
Lovely Professional University National Eligibility and Scholarship Test 2026 ( LPU NEST )
Registration - 14 Oct '25 - 15 Jan '26
LPUNEST 2026 exam pattern includes scheme of question paper. Candidates looking for admission through LPUNEST 2026 must check exam pattern before starting preparation. LPUNEST exam pattern includes details like total number of questions, subjects, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. Along with exam pattern, it is equally important to know the LPUNEST 2026 syllabus. It includes all important topics to study for the exam. Read more details concerning the exam pattern below.
- LPUNEST 2026 Exam Pattern: BTech
- LPUNEST Exam Pattern 2026: Marking Scheme
LPUNEST 2026 Exam Pattern: BTech
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
Each question carries four marks. There will be four marks awarded for each correct response. No marks will be deducted for a wrong response. Exam is conducted for 500 marks. There will be 125 questions asked in exam.
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 Exam Pattern 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
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.
A total of 100 questions are asked in total.
Physics - 25 Questions
Mathematics - 25 Questions
Chemistry - 25 Questions
English - 25 Questions
(OR)
Physics - 25 Questions
Mathematics - 25 Questions
Biology - 25 Questions
English - 25 Questions.
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Dear reader,
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To secure your admission to Lovely Professional University, please prepare your 10th and 12th grade marksheets, LPUNEST scores, and a valid Aadhaar card. Bring your character certificate, transfer certificate, and recent passport-sized pictures
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Yeah, for LPU NEST counselling, you pretty much need your Class 10 and 12 certificates or at least the marksheets handy. They're super important to verify your age from 10th and check eligibility via 12th before they lock in your seat or scholarship—LPU's process is smooth like that, making sure eve
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Yeah, LPU totally releases the LPU NEST counselling dates on their official site—it's super organized and student-friendly. For 2026, they've got it starting February 8th onwards for B.Tech, with online seat preferences from Feb 8-10, results on 12th, and admissions up to late Feb. Results drop quic
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Hey, so from what I've checked on LPU's official site, the NEST counselling is mainly done online, which is super convenient for us students anywhere in India. You just log in after your results, pick your preferred courses and seats based on your rank, and lock it all in digitally—no need to travel
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Beginner-Level 3
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Practising LPU NEST sample papers is extremely important in exam preparation. Sample Papers will help candidate understand the exam pattern. Practising sample papers regularly helps in time management. It helps the candidates understand the weakest topics. Candidates will also get to know the most f
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Yes, the LPU NET sample paper will be released separately for all streams. The sample paper will be released on the official website. The candidates can download sample paper from official website.
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Candidates must visit official website, nest.lpu.in and log in by entering Email ID/ Mobile Number/ Application Number and Password and clicking on Log in. Click on LPUNEST slot booking option, available slots will be displayed on screen. Only candidates who have submitted application and fee paymen
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For a candidate who fails to complete Slot Booking before specified deadline, university books a slot for that candidate. Candidates must specify 5 choices of test centres in application form. LPU may book any of preferred slots for the candidate, depending on availability. In case none of the prefe
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