LPU NEST Exam 2026: Slot Booking and Application Form (Phase 1 till Jan 25), Check Application & Other Schedule
Lovely Professional University National Eligibility and Scholarship Test 2026 ( LPU NEST )
Registration - 14 Oct '25 - 25 Jan '26
LPUNEST Dates 2026: The last date to apply and book a slot has been extended to January 25, 2026. Candidates can choose between remote proctored test or exam centre to appear for the exam. While booking the slot, candidates can select any test centre and date from the list, subject to availability. The direct link to register for LPU NEST 2026 is given below.
The LPU NEST phase 1 exam concludes on February 5, 2026. The result will be announced on February 8, 2026. The counselling will be conducted from February 8 to 22, 2026.
To avoid any last-minute rush, the applicants are strongly encouraged to check the LPU NEST dates below and apply, book, and appear for the exam. If seats remain unfilled, subsequent phases of admissions will be carried out.
Click to Apply => LPU NEST 2026 Application Form
- LPU NEST 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
- LPUNEST 2026 Important Information
- Application form Date for LPU NEST 2026
- Slot Booking Dates for LPUNEST 2026
- LPUNEST Entrance Exam 2026 Date
- LPUNEST Result Date 2026
- LPU Entrance Exam Counselling Dates
LPU NEST 2026 Exam Dates & Schedule
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of LPU NEST 2026 exam
| Dates | Upcoming Exam Dates |
|---|---|
| 10 Dec ' 25 - 25 Jan ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Online Slot Booking ONGOING |
| 14 Oct ' 25 - 25 Jan ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Online Application ONGOING |
| 20 Jan ' 26 - 05 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Test Centre Based Exam) ONGOING |
| 10 Jan ' 26 - 05 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Remotely Proctored Exam) ONGOING |
| 08 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Result |
| 08 Feb ' 26 - 10 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Counselling Round I - Filling of Online Preference |
| 12 Feb ' 26 | LPU NEST 2026 Counselling Round I - Result of allotment |
LPUNEST 2026 Important Information
Candidates can check the important information regarding the exam below.
- The Mode of Exam will be Test centre-based or remotely proctored.
- Subsequent Rounds after Round I will be conducted only if seats remain vacant.
- Seats falling vacant after the rounds mentioned above will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis, subject to satisfying eligibility criteria as mentioned in Prospectus-2026.
- Applicants are strongly advised not to wait for the last dates and to apply as soon as possible, and appear for the exam as soon as possible to avoid the last-minute rush.
- This is the tentative schedule; any of the dates (s) and other details mentioned above are subject to change at the discretion of the University.
- No separate intimation or announcement will be given to any applicant(s).
- Subsequent Phases of admission will be conducted if seats remain vacant.
Commonly asked questions
LPU NEST 2026 phase 1 exam will be conducted in January 2026. LPU NEST entrance exam 2026 will be conducted from January 10, 2026, to February 5, 2026 (remote proctored test) and from January 20, 2026, to February 5, 2026 (centre-based exam). The examination is conducted for UG and PG courses admission. LPU NEST application form is available online. Students should check the official website of Lovely Professional University to know LPU NEST dates. Submit the application form before the deadline. LPU NEST 2026 slot booking should be done 48 hours before the exam.
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.
Application form Date for LPU NEST 2026
LPUNEST application form 2026 for the phase 1 exam is available on the official website. The last date to submit the completed LPU NEST application form is January 25, 2026. The LPU NEST application form will not be accepted after last date.
LPU NEST 2026 will be conducted in multiple phases. The application form dates for the subsequent rounds of exams will be released on the official website. Registration for Phase 2 exam is expected to begin in February 2026.
Click to Apply => LPU NEST 2026 Application Form
Steps to Fill LPU NEST Application Form Online
To submit LPU NEST application form 2026 in online mode, candidates must visit admissions.ipu.in to complete the application process. Steps to Fill LPU NEST Application Form.
- Registration
- LPU NEST Application Fee Payment
- Filling Application Form
- Uploading of Scanned Documents
- Application Form Submission
Commonly asked questions
LPU NEST Kit Soft Copy fee is INR 1000 for both boys and girls, and application fee for the hard copy is INR 1500. The application fee can be paid online using a debit/credit card/Netbanking, etc. It is mandatory to pay the application fee to submit the application form. The application fee may change every year.
Yes, candidates are allowed to take LPUNEST in multiple phases within the same admission cycle, and the best score across attempts will be considered for scholarship and admission purposes. You don't need to take earlier phases to be eligible for later ones. Registration is independent for each phase. A retake fee applies for each additional attempt beyond your first exam, often nominal in amount.
Slot Booking Dates for LPUNEST 2026
After filling LPU NEST application form, candidates must book a slot to appear for LPU NEST. LPUNEST 2026 slot booking can be done from December 10, 2025, to January 25, 2026.
If slots are not booked, they will be automatically allotted by the authorities. Slot booking will be done first-come first-served basis. Slot can be booked based on the availability of test centres and seats.
Steps to Book Slot for LPU NEST 2026 Exam
Follow these steps to book slot for LPU NEST exam.
- Open official website, lpu.in.
- Enter login credentials.
- Click on the Book Slot link.
- Choose exam centre or select Online Remotely Proctored LPU NEST exam.
- Select exam date and time slot from given options.
Commonly asked questions
The slot booking window for LPU NEST 2026 can be done three days before exam. The last date to book the slot for phase 1 exam is January 25, 2026. The candidates must make sure that the slots are booked before exam date. The exam slots are allotted based on availability.
If slots on any of five dates chosen are not available, University may allocate any or date to applicant. Applicant can appear for exam only on date allotted. Candidates will not be allowed to attend exam on any or dates. Candidates must appear for exam without fail on date allotted.
LPUNEST Entrance Exam 2026 Date
The LPU NEST 2026 exam will be conducted from January 15 to February 5, 2026, for the remote proctored test and from January 20 to February 5, 2026, for the centre-based exam. Candidates have to appear for the exam on the scheduled date. LPU NEST exam will be conducted in multiple phases. The exam dates for the subsequent phases of the exams will be published on the official website. The dates will be updated here once available.
Commonly asked questions
LPU NEST 2026 exam schedule for phase 1 is from January 20 to February 5, 2026, for the test centre-based exam. If seats remain empty after the present round, more admission rounds will be conducted. Next round admission dates will be announced on the official website.
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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LPUNEST Result Date 2026
LPUNEST 2026 results will be announced after 48 working hours of exam. For phase 1 exam, results will be announced on February 8, 2026. Candidates can check results online by logging into their accounts. LPU Admission test will be conducted on multiple dates. Candidates will receive the result on registered email ID and mobile number. Counselling process will begin immediately after results are announced.
Commonly asked questions
Yes, admission authorities will share results through email. The result will also be available only on official website. The candidates can check result on official website. The counselling process will start after results are announced. The candidates must enter seat preferences online after results are announced.
Yes, you can appear for the LPU NEST exam again in a later phase. Lovely Professional University allows candidates to appear in multiple phases of LPU NEST to improve their scores. To take the exam in a subsequent phase, the candidates must submit the application form again on the official website. Each phase of the LPU NEST is treated separately, and the candidates will receive a new score and rank based on their performance in that phase of the exam.
LPU Entrance Exam Counselling Dates
Candidates who clear the LPUNEST 2026 exam can appear for the LPUNEST counselling. The counselling and seat allocation process will be conducted after the results are out. Candidates can fill in their preference of course for Round 1 counselling from February 8 to 10, 2026. The Round 1 seat allotment result will be published on February 12, 2026. The Round 2 course preference can be filled from February 12 to 20, 2026. The Round 2 seat allotment will be done on February 22, 2026.
Commonly asked questions
The candidates must upload these documents during the admission process.
- Recent Photograph
- Matriculation Marksheet
- Qualifying Exam Certificate.
- Address Proof
The candidates who qualify in the LPU NEST 2026 examination can participate in the counselling process. The candidates must enter their seat preferences during the counselling process. After entering the course preference, they should complete the admission process by paying the admission fee and uploading the necessary documents.
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Student Forum
Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered Yesterday
Yes, you can join Lovely Professional University without taking LPUNEST for many programs. For courses like BBA, BA, B.Com, BCA and some others, direct admission based on your qualifying marks is possible without LPUNEST. Also, if you have valid scores in national exams such as JEE Main, NATA, CAT,
Contributor-Level 8
Answered 5 days ago
Yes, there are many courses that are available at Lovely Professional University that can be joined without LPUNEST. Candidates can appear for LPUPET to get admission BPEd, DPEd, BSc, and BPES.
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Contributor-Level 8
Answered a week ago
Pen and other stationary is not required for LPU NEST computer-based exam, as the exam is conducted online. All the answers must be answered on the computer screen. If rough work has to be done, papers are given at exam centre.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a week ago
Candidates must make sure they have a laptop with a stable internet connection. Candidates must have a webcam and microphone for online monitoring. Students must take LPU NEST exam in quiet, well-lit room with uninterrupted power supply.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Candidates must take valid identity proof along with admit card on exam day. Students can take documents like Aadhar card, Passport, PAN card, Voter ID or Driving Licence as identity proof. Candidates must follow all the instructions on the admit card. If any other documnent is mentioned on the admi
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a week ago
Yes, Candidates must definitely take the LPU NEST admit card to the exam hall. Without the admit card, candidates will not be allowed to enter the exam hall. Candidates must carry a valid ID proof along with the admit card.
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Contributor-Level 6
Answered 3 weeks ago
Yes, students can get admission in LPU without LPUNEST if they have scores of other accepted exams. The university conducts LPUNEST as both a scholarship and entrance test. Students can instead submit scores of the following exams as well:
- JEE Mains for BTech admission
- CAT/ XAT/ MAT for MBA admission
- C
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 3 weeks ago
The key aspects to be considered when booking a slot into LPUNEST are as follows:
- Exam Date & Time: Select a slot when you are young and at full concentration. Do not use very early morning or late nights when you are not a good performer.
- Mode of Exam: Make correct decisions between online remote pro
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 6
Answered a month ago
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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Contributor-Level 6
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