LPU NEST Pattern 2026: Know Marking Scheme & Exam Duration

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LPUNEST 2026 exam pattern includes scheme of the question paper. Candidates looking for admission through LPUNEST 2026 must check the exam pattern before starting the preparation. LPUNEST exam pattern imparts details like total number of questions, subjects, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. Along with exam pattern, it is equally important to be well acquainted with the LPUNEST 2026 syllabus. It encompasses all the important topics to study for the exam. Read more details concerning the exam pattern below.

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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

Q: What is the weightage of one question in LPU NEST?

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.

Q: Is there any negative marking for the incorrect answers in LPU NEST?

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

Q: Is LPU-NEST conducted offline or online?

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.

Q: What is the subject-wise distribution of questions in the LPU NEST for B.Tech?

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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Complement of a Set Equal Sets Universal Set Finite and Infinite Set Empty Set Sets and their Representations Relations and Functions Cartesian Products of Sets Functions Relations Binomial Theorem Binomial Theorem for Positive Integral Index Composition of Functions and Invertible Function Types of Functions Types of Relations Properties of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions Basic Concepts of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Types of Matrix Transpose of a Matrix Symmetric and Skew Symmetric Matrices Invertible Matrices Operations on Matrices Determinants Determinants Integration as Inverse Process of Differentiation Differentiation Standard Deviation Assumed Mean Method Correlation and Regression Z Score Table Cube and Cuboid Complement of a Set Equal Sets Universal Set Finite and Infinite Set Empty Set Sets and their Representations Relations and Functions Cartesian Products of Sets Functions Relations Binomial Theorem Binomial Theorem for Positive Integral Index Composition of Functions and Invertible Function Types of Functions Types of Relations Properties of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Inverse Trigonometric Functions Basic Concepts of Inverse Trigonometric Functions Types of Matrix Transpose of a Matrix Symmetric and Skew Symmetric Matrices Invertible Matrices Operations on Matrices Determinants Determinants Integration as Inverse Process of Differentiation Differentiation Standard Deviation Assumed Mean Method Correlation and Regression Z Score Table Cube and Cuboid Overview DIMENSIONS OF PHYSICAL QUANTITIES DIMENSIONAL FORMULAE Significant Figures DIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS AND ITS APPLICATIONS INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS Overview Change of State Ideal Gas Equation and Absolute Temperature Thermal Expansion Heat Transfer Specific Heat Calorimetry Temperature and Heat Measurement of Temperature Thermodynamic Process Carnot Engine Reversible and Irreversible Process Thermal Equilibrium Thermodynamic State Variables Equation of State Overview First Law of Thermodynamics Second Law of Thermodynamics Behaviour of Gases Kinetic Theory of Ideal Gas Overview Periodic and Oscillatory Motion Simple Pendulum Simple Harmonic Motion Overview Speed of a Travelling Wave Displacement Relation in a Progressive Wave Superposition Principle Beats Reflection of Waves Kinematic Equation Uniformly of Accelerated Motion Instantaneous Velocity and Speed Overview Acceleration Resolution of Vectors Vector Addition by Analytical Method Scalars and Vectors Multiplication of Vectors by Real Numbers Addition and Subtraction of Vectors Overview Projectile Motion Motion in a Plane Conservation of Momentum Equilibrium of a Particle Circular Motion Common Forces in Mechanics Solving Problems in Mechanics Conservation of Mechanical Energy Potential Energy of Spring Power Kinetic Energy Collision Work Concept of Potential Energy Moment of Inertia Overview Centre of Mass Vector Product of Two Vectors Torque and Angular Momentum Motion of Centre of Mass Equilibrium of a Rigid Body Overview Angular Velocity and Relation with Linear Velocity Dynamics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed Axis Kinematics of Rotational Motion About a Fixed Axis Angular Momentum of Rotation About a Fixed Axis Keplers Law Overview Escape Speed Earth Satellites Energy of an Orbiting Satellite Stress Strain Curve Elastic Moduli Applications of Elastic Behaviour of Materials Surface Tension Bernoulli Principle Pressure in Fluids Viscosity Streamline Flow Forces between Multiple Charges Conductors and Insulators Basic Properties of Electric Charge Electric Charge Electric Charge and Field Electric Flux Electric Charge and Field Electric Field Lines Continuous Charge Distribution Interference Light Waves Youngs Experiment Refraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens Principle Refraction Reflection Plane Wave Huygens Principle Einstein Photoelectric Theory Photoelectric Effect Wave Theory Light Photoelectric Effect Electron Emission Overview Bohr Model of Hydrogen Atom Radioactivity Physics Nuclei Overview Size of Nucleus Binding Energy Nuclear Energy Semiconductor Devices Overview Semiconductor Devices Overview Semiconductor Diode Diode as Rectifier Intrinsic Semiconductor Extrinsic Semiconductor Overview Potential Due to Point Charge Combination of Capacitors Electrostatic Potential Energy Stored in a Capacitor Capacitors and Capacitance Effect of Dielectric on Capacitance Electrostatics of Conductors Potential Energy of a System of Charges Potential due to a System of Charges Electric Current Overview Electrical Energy and Power Temperature Dependence of Resistivity Wheatstone Bridge Overview Ohms Law Kirchhoffs Law Drift of Electrons and the Origin of Resistivity Torque on Current Loop Magnetic Dipole Motion in Magnetic Field Solenoid Magnetic Field due to a Current Element Magnetic Field on Axis of Circular Current Loop Ampere Circuital Law Magnetic Force Overview Moving Coil Galvanometer Magnetism and Matter Magnetic Properties of Materials Magnetisation and Magnetic Intensity Bar Magnet Electromagnetism Motional Electromotive Force Experiments of Faraday and Henry Alternating Current Overview Transformer AC Voltage Applied to a Resistor AC Voltage Applied to an Inductor AC Voltage applied to a Capacitor AC Voltage applied to a Series LCR circuit Representation of AC Current and Voltage by Vector Electromagnetic Spectrum Electromagnetic Waves Displacement Current Total Internal Reflection Refraction through a Prism Optical Instruments Derivation of Lens Formula Reflection of Light by Spherical Mirrors Refraction at Spherical Surface and by Lenses Derive Equation of Motion by Calculus method Alternating Current Overview Mole Concept and Molar Mass STOICHIOMETRY AND STOICHIOMETRIC CALCULATIONS Percentage Composition Laws of Chemical Combination Atomic and Molecular Masses Properties of Matter and their Measurement Importance of Chemistry Overview Overview Atomic Models Discovery of Sub Atomic Particles Towards Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Quantum Mechanical Model of Atom Electronic Configuration Types of Elements Periodic Table Electronic Configuration of Element Periodic Trends in Properties of Elements Genesis of Periodic Classification Nomenclature of Elements with Atomic Numbers Present Form of Periodic Table Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure Hybridization Valence Bond Theory Molecular Orbital Theory Hydrogen Bonding Ionic or Electrovalent Bond Kossel-Lewis Approach to Chemical Bonding Bond Parameters Bonding in Homonuclear Diatomic Molecules VSEPR Theory Applications of Chemical Bonding Equilibrium Processes Homogeneous Equilibria Factors Affecting Equilibria Applications of Equilibrium Constant Ionization of Acids and Bases Ionic Equilibrium in Solution Equilibrium in Chemical Processes Solubility Equilibria of Sparingly Soluble Salts Heter Heterogeneous Equilibria Oxidation Number Classification of Organic Compounds Isomerism Nomenclature of Organic Compounds Quantitative Analysis Qualitative Analysis of Organic Compounds Overview Structural Representations of Organic Compounds Fundamental Concepts in Organic Reaction Mechanism Tetravalence of Carbon Shapes of Organic Compounds Methods of Purification of Organic Compounds Classification Alkanes Alkenes Alkynes Aromatic Hydrocarbon Carcinogenicity and Toxicity Abnormal Molar Mass Colligative Properties and Molar Mass Solubility Proteins Vitamins Carbohydrates Enzymes Hormones Nucleic Acids Electrolytic Cells and Electrolysis Corrosion Galvanic Cell Fuel Cells Nernst Equation Electrochemical Cells Batteries Rate of Reaction Integrated Rate Equations Collision Theory of Chemical Reactions Temperature Dependence of the Rate of a Reaction Factors Influencing Rate of a Reaction Bonding in Metal Carbonyls Difference between Glucose and Fructose

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What if I am not satisfied with LPU NEST score?

Answered 2 months ago

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.

Aishwarya Garg

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Will I be able to apply again if I miss the first phase of LPU NEST?

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LPU NEST is conducted multiple times in a year. There is no requirement to appear for the previous phase of the exam to appear for the next phase. The application form will be available for each phase separately. The candidates can log in to the official website and submit the application form, and

Akansha Karan

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How are seats allocated during LPU NEST counselling?

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Seat allotment during the LPU NEST counselling effectively takes place based on your merit (exam) rank, as well as the preferences you fill to course/specialisations while you log in to the portal for admissions after your results are out. After you log in to the counselling portal after the results

Sampreet Kaur

Beginner-Level 3

Is important to revise before LPU NEST exam?

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Yes dear, you should revise LPUNEST test before . You will get syllabus, question paper pattern, sample questions, previous year questions papers etc. from nest.lpu.in of each course . Preparation will help you in getting maximum scholarship that will remain applicable till the duration of course .

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Should I pay fee to take LPU NEST Mock Test?

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No dear, there is no extra fees to appear in LPUNEST mock test . You only need to submit application fees of test . Here I would also like to inform you that if you choose online mode to appear for test only then its required to appear in mock test before final exam, so that you will get familiar wi

Earth

Beginner-Level 5

How can I manange time during LPU NEST exam?

Answered 2 months ago

The candidates can follow these steps to improve their time management skills

Regularly Take Timed Mock Tests
Try to complete the easy questions first
Learn to skim the paper and skip the questions that you find difficult.
Set a deadline to complete every section
Practice with past year question papers

Parul Pandey

Contributor-Level 6

Where should I check for the LPU NEST syllabus?

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The LPU NEST syllabus is provided on the official website. The syllabus is different for various courses. The candidates can click on the course for which they want to apply and find the LPU NEST syllabus for that particular course. The syllabus will be provided in PDF format. Candidates and downloa

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