LPU NEST

Yes, you can join LPU without LPUNEST for certain non-professional programs like BA, BBA, B.Com, BCA, and some B.Sc. courses, where direct admission is granted based on qualifying exam merit (e.g., 50-60% in Class 12) or national tests; however, for B.Tech, MBA, M.Sc., and professional courses, LPUNEST is typically mandatory though exemptions apply for toppers or high scores in JEE Main/CUET/CAT.

Yes, LPUNEST is generally required for admission to the MCA programme at Lovely Professional University. It is used to assess eligibility and can also help you secure a scholarship based on your performance.However, admission rules may vary slightly depending on your graduation background and marks. In some cases, candidates with strong academic scores or relevant qualifications may receive consideration, but LPUNEST remains the primary route.To apply, you must have a bachelor's degree with the required percentage and mathematics or computer-related subjects as per eligibility norms.

Yes,  LPU offers scholarships on the basis of LPUNEST performance. Students who score well in LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test) can receive tuition fee scholarships, and the amount usually depends on the score bracket and programme applied for.

The scholarship is generally:

• Merit-based (higher score = higher scholarship slab)

• Applicable mainly on tuition fees

• Continued each year if the required academic performance is maintained

So, LPUNEST is not only for eligibility but also an opportunity to reduce the overall tuition fee burden if you perform well.

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.

LPU NEST is conducted in multiple phases. The exam is conducted at the exam centre and as a remote proctored exam.

• LPU NEST Test Centre Exam Dates: March 15 - 31, 2026
• LPU NEST Remote Proctored Exam Dates: February 15 - 31, 2026

LPU NEST 2026 will be conducted for various courses; the syllabus is different for each course. LPU NEST syllabus 2026 or BTech covers topics from subjects such as Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, English and General Aptitude. The syllabus is based on the Class 11 & 12 curriculum. Candidates can download the LPU NEST syllabus from the official website. 

To crack LPU NEST on the first attempt, candidates must follow a smart strategy rather than just hard work. LPU NEST exam is of moderate difficulty, so with consistent preparation, candidates can get a good score and scholarship.

• Candidates must start by understanding the exam pattern and syllabus.
• Prepare a study plan and follow it strictly.
• Focus more on high-scoring topics.
• Practice mock tests regularly.

LPU NEST is also a scholarship exam. Candidates scoring well in LPU NEST will get a fee waiver. 

Yes, you can pursue B.Arch at Lovely Professional University, but LPUNEST alone is not enough for admission. For B.Arch, you must qualify the NATA (National Aptitude Test in Architecture) or another approved architecture aptitude test, as required by regulatory norms.Eligibility generally includes passing 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English with the required percentage. LPUNEST may still be useful for scholarships, but admission to B.Arch mainly depends on NATA qualification and eligibility criteria.

LPU demonstrates excellent engineering placement results for 2025 through its the highest package of INR 2.5 Cr (BTech EEE/Robotics) and INR 64 LPA (CSE) which reached an average of INR 12-15 LPA for its best 10% students from all programs, including Mechanical which had a top salary of INR 54.9 LPA and Chemical which reached INR 17.56 LPA. The training and hackathon programs combined with the Fortune 500 recruitment events have helped achieve 90%+ placement success through 6,000 job offers which stem from 2,225+ recruiting companies including Amazon Cognizant and Google.