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LPU Admission 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility & Selection Criteria

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LPU Admission Overview 2026

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Q:   Are LPU admissions open?
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Yes, LPU- Lovely Professional University admissions are open now. Interested students can visit the LPU website and apply for the desired course. Students can also call LPU admission desk to get more details.

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Q:   How to get admission in LPU - Lovely Professional University?
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To get admission in LPU, students have to complete LPU registration at the university's website. The process can be completed online. Applicants are then required to appear for Interview and upload required documents to complete the process. Once an admission offer is made, students have to pay Lovely Professional University course fees.

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Q:   What is the LPU NEST exam date for the test centre-based test?
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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.

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LPU Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026

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Q:   What is the eligibility for LPU admission?
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LPU eligibility is different for each prorgramme. The university selects students who qualify the preset admission requirements. A general idea of LPU course eligibility is as below:

Course-levelGeneral Eligibility
LPU UG coursesClass 12 with relevant subjects
LPU PG coursesGraduation in a relevant field
LPU PhD coursesPG degree in a relevant field

Note: This is a generic eligibility. The detailed admission criteria is available on the website.

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Q:   What are the entrance exams accepted by LPU for admission to its courses?
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Lovely Professional University-LPU accepts several entrance exam scores. The university accepts JEE Main/ CUET UG/ CUET PG/ CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ NATA/ CLAT etc. for its UG and PG programmes. Students may also appear for the LPUNEST.

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Q:   Is LPUNEST required for LPU MCA admission?
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LPU accepts LPUNEST score for admission to MCA and MCA Hons courses. LPUNEST exam is conducted online every year for admission to MCA and other courses. The test is as an Entrance Test and Scholarship Test. Scholarship amount is determined by the marks and rank obtained by students in the exam. The exam duration is 2.5 hours. The test comprises 125 questions of 500 marks. Students also need to complete graduation to get admission to MCA.

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Q:   How much percentile is a good score in CAT exam?
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The worthiness of CAT percentile depends on the MBA college you want to take admission into. For a Tier 1 B-School, 95 + percentile is a good score, whereas for a Tier 2 institute, 80-90 percentile is a good score. Admission cut offs of the Iims are always 95 percentile and above.
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LPU Admission Process 2026

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Q:   Is LPU entrance exam hard?
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LPUNEST is a national-level exam conducted by LPU for admission to various courses. LPUNEST forms the basis of eligibility for some programmes and also for the scholarship programmes. The amount of scholarship is determined by the marks and rank obtained by candidates in the exam. LPUNEST 2025 exam pattern elucidates the scheme of the question paper. Candidates seeking admission through LPUNEST 2025 must check the exam pattern prior to starting the preparation. LPUNEST exam pattern imparts details like total number of question, subjects, marking scheme, exam duration, etc. The entrance test is neither hard nor easy. Candidates must prepare well to score the qualifying marks in the entrance exam. 

Q:   Will I get a direct admission in LPU with 65 % marks in Class 12?
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LPU does not offer direct admission. However, admission to few courses is merit-based.  Aspirants scoring a 65% aggregate have a good chance of getting admission in LPU. Candidates seeking admission must visit the official website of the university to apply online. To apply for LPU, aspirants need to register for LPUNEST for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate courses. LPU admission to most of the courses is based on LPUNEST score. However, national-level entrance exam scores are also accepted for admission to BA LLB (Hons), MBA, BTech, etc. Candidates must complete Class 12 for UG courses and graduation for PG courses. The selection rounds are followed by counselling and document verification.

Q:   What would be the fees if you take a direct admission in the LPU?
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The fee is same for regular and direct admission. LPU fees changes for every course. The top LPU courses along with fee details are mentioned below:

Course NameTotal Fee
BTechINR 4.5 lakh - INR 16 lakh
MBAINR 1.6 lakh - INR 10 lakh
BBAINR 3.2 lakh - 9.6 lakh
BCAINR 1.5 lakh - 7.2 lakh
MCAINR 1.2 lakh - 4.8 lakh

Note: This information is gathered from official website and is subject to change. 

LPU BTech Admission 2026

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  • 10+2 with 60% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: LPU NEST, CBSE 12th, ISC, PSEB 12th

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DatesUpcoming Events
14 Oct '25 - 15 Jan '26
LPU NEST 2026 Online ApplicationOngoing
10 Jan '26 - 5 Feb '26
LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Remotely Proctored Exam)
20 Jan '26 - 5 Feb '26
LPU NEST 2026 Entrance Examination (Test Centre Based Exam)
8 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
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Q:   What is LPU fees for BTech?
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The total fee for BTech is INR 4.5 lakh -INR 16 lakh. The fee is calculated based on the semester fee.  Admission to BTech course is based on LPUNEST or CUET UG score. After completion of the selection rounds, shortlisted aspirants need to pay the course fee to confirm their admission. Candidates are first required to register with an application fee for LPUNEST. The exam fee for LPUNEST is INR 1,000 for males and INR 500 for females.

Q:   Can I get admission in LPU for BTech without taking JEE Mains?
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Yes, candidates seeking admission to LPU BTech course can also apply via LPUNEST. Apart from accepting a valid JEE Main entrance test score, LPU also conducts the Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) for BTech admission. The score of candidates must be equal or above precribed percentage in JEE for exemption from LPUNEST. For scores below the prescribed percentage, candidates will be required to appear for LPUNEST. Only after qualifying LPUNEST, candidates can get admission to the BTech course.

Q:   How can I get admission in LPU for BTech?
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LPU offers admission to BTech based on LPUNEST. Candidates apply for BTech CSE Software Product Engineering need to pass KQ test followed by a PI round. Additionally, candidates need to pass Class 12 in relevant subjects to apply for BTech course. After completion of the selection rounds, candidates need to pay a fee to confirm their seat. 

Q:   Does LPU offer lateral entry to BTech course?
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LPU offers lateral entry to BTech course. Candidates must have passed three year Diploma after Class 10 in any stream or two year Diploma after Class 12 in non-Medical stream and ELR or BSc (non-Medical) or BSc Computer Science and ELR with at least 50% aggregate to apply for BTech (LE) courses. Check below some of the BTech (LE) specialisations:

LPU BTech (LE) Specialisations
Computer Science Engineering  (BCA and ELR will also be considered)Construction Technology
ECE-IOTRobotics & Automation
Mechanical EngineeringBiotechnology

 

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LPU NIRF Student Diversity Report

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Overall
Universities
Engineering
Management
Pharmacy
Law
Architecture and Planning
Agriculture and Allied Sectors
Innovation
LPU UG - 3 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
UG 3 years2024-25
Total students5458
% Female students
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40%
% Outside State Students
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81%
International Students
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576
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LPU UG - 4 years student admission report: OverallAccordion Icon V3
UG 4 years2024-25
Total students23367
% Female students
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21%
% Outside State Students
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94%
International Students
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786
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LPU Application Process 2026

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Q:   How can I apply for admission at LPU?
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Candidates can apply in online mode. The exam fee is INR 1,000 for males (INR 500 for female candidates). Aspirants have to register on the university's website. Candidates need to then login to fill out the application form.

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Q:   How much is the LPU NEST 2026 application fee?
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LPU NEST application form fee for a soft copy of the LPU NEST 2026 Kit is INR 1000 for boys and girls. The printed copy of the LPU NEST Kit is available for INR 1500 for boys and girls. The application fee can be paid online if the application form is filled out online. The application fee can be given as a demand draft if the application form is submitted offline. If the DD is not enclosed or DD is wrongly drawn, the application form will not be accepted. The application fee has to be paid to submit the application form.

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LPU Scholarships

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Q:   What are the scholarships offered by LPU?
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LPU provides a scholarship scheme of up to INR 9.52 lakh per student. The scholarships worth over INR 100 crore were awarded in the last year. LPU scholarships can be availed in all the programmes offered in the University, ranging from diploma to PhD. The University also provides financial aid to underprivileged students like orphans, persons with disabilities, etc., or some specific groups like Wards of Defence personnel etc. Below are the scholarship granted last year:

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Scholarship amount disbursed

INR 100 Crore

Per student scholarship benefits

INR 6.8 lakh

Enrolled students covered

70%

Average scholarship granted

 

42%
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Q:   How can I apply for merit scholarships at LPU?
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The university provides scholarships basis merit. LPU scholarship are based on academic performance, LPUNEST scores, work experience and national-level exam results. Students should check eligibility for each category and submit the application.

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Top recruiting companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Flipkart, Synopsys, Vistara, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra, etc., visit our college for placements.
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Although there were only few students who enrolled themselves for placement services but still I would like to say that not much relatable companies came for us.
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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture - Batch of 2026
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4Placements3Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Enjoyed campus life, agriculture practicals are good, but the schedule is tight.
Placements: In our batch, almost 70-75% of students got placed from the course. Placement is honestly above average in LPU if you are consistent. The highest package in my course went around 10-12 LPA, the lowest was around 3 LPA, and the average stayed somewhere near 4-5 LPA. Many companies like Infosys, Tech Mahindra, ICICI, HDFC, and a few agriculture-based companies also visited, depending on the branch. Internships were also offered to almost 40-50% of students, with a bare minimum stipend between 15k and 20k.
Infrastructure: Seriously, writing about the infrastructure, which is one of the starting blocks of the university, is that it has very excellent infrastructure compared to our block, which is at the last. The experience of the library is very good, and the Wi-Fi can be said to be average. I have not taken the hostel because I stay in a PG.
Faculty: Everything is good and best. The atmosphere is very competitive during exams. The curriculum is also good, but the students who fail in the exam have to write a review and appear for an exam that costs 500 rupees. Overall, it’s a positive response from my side.
Other: I have chosen B.Sc. Agriculture, because I always wanted to work in the agriculture field, and LPU was offering a good setup with labs, fields, and practical exposure. The best thing about the course is that we get proper field visits, crop production practicals, and teachers are also helpful most of the time. Events like Krishi Mela, agri-exhibitions, and different departmental activities also provide good exposure.
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Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Batch of 2019
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Review of LPU - Lovely Professional University.
Placements: Around 85 percent of students were placed in our course. The highest package offered in our course was 24 LPA. The average package was around 5-6 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Axis Bank, ICICI Prudential, Infosys, etc. The top roles were executive and manager.
Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course were good. Wi-Fi facility, modern classroom. Hostel quality was very good, like 5 5-star hotel. Shopping malls were present on the campus. Mess and canteen food were also good. A sports complex was present.
Faculty: The teachers were helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable in their respective subjects. The teaching quality of our faculty members was good. The course curriculum was relevant. Students become industry-ready. The semester examination was at a moderate level. Around 95 percent were passed.
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M.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology - Batch of 2023
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3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
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Placements: The placements in our course were decent. The highest package offered in our course was 12 LPA. The average package was between 3–4 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Lupin, Sun Pharma, Mankind, etc. Around 80 percent of students got internships.
Infrastructure: The facilities and infrastructure available for our course were extremely good. All the required instruments were available for practicals. The campus was Wi-Fi enabled. Mess and canteen food were good. Medical facility was present. Multiple sports complexes were present.
Faculty: The teachers were helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality of our faculty members was good. The course curriculum was relevant. The college provided the lab to gain practical experience; it depends on the student. Semester examinations were moderate.
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Bachelor of Computer Application (BCA) - Batch of 2027
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Absolutely dissatisfied because of the faculty but the environment is good.
Placements: I am in my 2nd year right now, as I see there are students getting placed, but more companies prefer CSE students, and also the students in BCA get placed in sales more than in coding line, though if you study hard, you can get placed in coding jobs.
Infrastructure: The facilities are good because the Wi-Fi is good in hostels, though the same cannot be said about food, as the food may be good for some and not for others. The medical facilities are good, as is a hospital on campus. The Wi-Fi facilities are also good. 1 person gets 40 GB for a week, and online games cannot be played on this Wi-Fi.
Faculty: The teaching faculty cannot be said to be good as there are good faculty, but they are fewer in number. The faculty members all just see their own rating in class, and if someone repeatedly asks doubts, they just lash out at the student, so the faculty are not good.
Other: Events and fests are happening daily.
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B.Tech. Electronics and Communication Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) in tie up with True Chip and Futurewiz - Batch of 2029
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All are welcome. It is an awesome campus.
Placements: The highest package is reported as 3 crore per annum. The top companies recruiting include Amazon, Google, Apple, Nvidia, Intel, Bosch, and many others. Packages are offered to 6000+ students, and the 2025 batch has 1700+ students. It is an awesome college, and placements are among the top compared to other colleges.
Infrastructure: Hostels are luxurious, affordable, well-cleaned, and secure for students. Rooms are available in different types, with AC or without AC, and for 4-person, 2-person, or single occupancy. There is 24-hour security. You can buy anything inside the campus as we have everything. It includes malls and markets.
Faculty: Teachers are well-trained and professional. Many of them hold doctorates in India. If any problems arise, they help us. All exam questions are of standard level. Exams are conducted with good security and discipline, including M.A. exams, CA, midterms, etc.
Other: We have many opportunities, such as hackathons, technorathons, and fests for students, including Sunburn and car shows.
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B.Tech. in Biotechnology Engineering - Batch of 2026
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Glimpse of Biotech Department of LPU.
Placements: Placements are average, with roles like drug manufacturing, quality control and quality assurance executive, business analyst, and sales and consulting roles, and packages are like 3-5 LPA, it’s quite rare to get 10 LPA or 8 LPA, and once in 3-4 years one gets such a good package, usually from an IT or software company.
Infrastructure: Classrooms and furnitures are quite good and spacious, and infrastructure is really good. Library has a lot of books, but people there hardly use it. Library is open from 9 to 7. Labs are good, but not that good as they don’t have all instruments, and most of the instruments don’t work. Hostels are below average, they charge highly, and mess food is below average.
Faculty: Some faculty members are IITians or NITs or from good research backgrounds, they really bring good research to the department. Some faculty members are top 2 percent scientists of the world. Syllabus and curriculum is basic, and it’s easy to score if you know what and how to write.
Other: Events and other things always go on. They might distract you and cost excess unwanted charges, so better avoid them if you want good placements and CGPA.
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LPU Admission 2026 FAQs

Q:   What are the documents required for LPU admission?
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At the time of LPU admissions, students have to submit several documents. A list of required documents for LPU admissions is as below:

  • Candidate and Parent's Passport-size photograph 
  • Matriculation Certificate - if applicable
  • Eligibility Qualification Certificate - as per course
  • Gap Affidavit - if applicable
  • Aadhaar Card of both Candidate and Parents
  • Category Certificate - if applicable
  • Income Certificate of Parents - self in case of PhD
Q:   Can students take admission in LPU without LPUNEST?
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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
  • CUET-PG for MSc, MCA, etc. 
  • GATE for M.Tech admission
  • NATA for BArch admission
Q:   Does LPU offer direct admission?
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Lovely Professional University, LPU admissions are mostly offered based on a set admission criteria. The university accepts students on an entrance basis primarily. However, in some cases if a student has valid entrance scores, direct admission may be offered. Students are advised to connect with the admission team of the university to know more.

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Lovely Professional University (LPU) does offer direct admission to B.Tech programs, and many students choose this route based on their 10+2 performance or valid national exam scores instead of competitive entrance tests. Direct admission usually means you meet the minimum eligibility criteria set b

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Hey, so if you're selected after clearing LPUNEST at LPU, the interview process is pretty straightforward and student-friendly. You first pick a slot online, usually 2-7 days after results, super convenient from anywhere. For programs like MBA, they check your uploaded video essay where you talk abo

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Dear reader,

Taking admission at LPU is a great choice.

Based on your academic merit, you can be directly admitted to Lovely Professional University (LPU) for a number of undergraduate and graduate programs. Students who meet the required eligibility marks (usually 50%–60%) in their qualifying exams

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No, Lovely Professional University (LPU), Jalandhar is not an institution that may not be easily entered as long as you are prepared and you have the mentioned eligibility criteria. The admission procedure of LPU is simple, transparent and friendly to the students and is based on the 10 th/12th mark

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