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LPU MDes Courses & Fees 2026: Admission Dates & Eligibility
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LPU M.Des admissions 2026 are open. Additional updates are below:
- NIFT 2027 Online application for LPU M.Des. admission is open till Nov 16, 2026. The exam will be conducted on Jan 10, 2027.
- CEED 2027 online registration for LPU M.Des admission with regular fee will be ongoing till Nov 5, 2026. Further exam will be conducted in offline mode on Jan 17, 2027.
- The NID DAT 2027 application window for LPU M.Des admission is now open live Nov 30, 2026. The entrance exam is to be held on Dec 20, 2026.
LPU MDes Eligibility & Highlights 2026
In the field of Architecture and Design, LPU offers a full-time MDes programme for a duration of two years. Master of Design (MDes) programme at LPU is offered in five specialisations as tabulated below along with their specialisation-wise eligibility criteria. LPU admissions to this programme are based on LPUNEST/ CEED/ NIFT Entrance Exam/ NID Entrance Exam scores. The minimum eligibility is as follows:
|
MDes |
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|---|---|
|
Specialisation |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Interior and Furniture |
At least 50% aggregate in BDes (Interior) or BSc (Interior Design) or BDes (Product and Industrial) or BSc (Product and Industrial) or BArch/ BPlan/ B.Construction Management or BTech (any stream) or allied fields |
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Product and Industrial |
At least 50% aggregate in BDes (Product and Industrial) or BSc (Product and Industrial) or BDes (Interior)/ BArch/ BPlan/ B.Construction Management or BTech (Mechanical or Civil Engineering) or allied fields |
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Fashion |
At least 50% aggregate in BSc (Fashion)/ BDes (Fashion)/ BTech (Fashion) or studied Fashion in graduation or equivalent |
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Multimedia |
At least 50% aggregate in BSc (Multimedia) or BDes (Multimedia) or any graduation degree with Multimedia as a subject or equivalent |
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Journalism and Film Production |
BDes in the relevant stream with an aggregate of 50% |
NOTE: There is a 5% relaxation for students from North-east states and Sikkim or defence personnel and their dependents or wards of Kashmiri migrants.
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Commonly asked questions On Highlights
According to the latest report, the highest package in LPU BDes placements 2024 was INR 18 LPA. Further, the LPU average package offered to BSc Fashion Technology and BDes in 2024 stood at INR 4.44 LPA. The key highlights of Fashion Designing placements at Lovely Professional University in 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|
Highest package | INR 18 LPA | INR 18 LPA |
Average package | INR 4 LPA | INR 4.44 LPA |
Placement rate | 84% | 91% |
Total offers | 47 | 31 |
Yes, LPU is a good university with constant increase in the placements offered to students. Below are the reasons to go for LPU admissions:
- Ranked 48 & 44 by NIRF 2025 in the Engg. & Mgmt. category, respectively, LPU is ranked by NIRF under Overall, University & Research categories as well.
- It has been ranked 5 in India by THE World University Rankings 2026.
- The university is approved by UGC, UGC-DEB, NCT, PCI, BCE, COA, PSCAE, ITPI & Indian Association of Physiotherapists. It is also accredited by ICAR, & with A + Grade by NAAC.
- LPU has partnered with more than 500 universities across more than 80 countries, offering students & faculty members' the much needed global exposure. These collaborations help students with credit transfers, semester exchanges, joint research, & summer/winter schools.
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.
Yes, candidates can get direct admission in LPU. Aplicants must fulfil the course-specific eligibility criteria set by the colleeg. They need to apply online on the official website of college.
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The structure of LPU MDes Fees is as follow:
| Fee components | Amount (for 2 years) |
|---|---|
₹ 3.2 L | |
₹ 2.44 L | |
₹ 4 K | |
₹ 20 K | |
₹ 5.88 L |
These are estimated fees information. Actual values may differ.
Commonly asked questions On M.Des Fees
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.
Yes, the applications are out for LPU admissions. Students can apply online at the LPU site. Students can fill up the form with the latest details. The form has to be submitted with application fees and documents.
No, CUET marks is not a compulsory requirement for getting admission in MSc programme of LPU. However, the university accepts valid scores of CUET as well as it's own in-house entrance exam called LPUNEST for giving admission in MSc at LPU.
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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LPU MDes Admission Dates 2026
Check below the important admission dates:
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
6 Nov '26 - 10 Nov '26 | CEED 2027 Application DATE (Late Fees)Ongoing |
16 Oct '26 - 16 Nov '26 | NIFT 2027 application form OPEN (Regular fees)Ongoing |
17 Nov '26 - 21 Nov '26 | NIFT 2027 application form (Late fees) |
22 Nov '26 - 25 Nov '26 | NIFT 2027 application form Edit Window |
10 Sep '26 - 30 Nov '26 | NID 2027 Registration DateOngoing |
| Dates | Past Events |
|---|---|
1 Oct '26 - 5 Nov '26 | CEED 2027 Application DATE with Regular Fee |
19 Jul '26 - 27 Jul '26 | NIFT Spot Round 2026 |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
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-level | General Eligibility |
|---|---|
| LPU UG courses | Class 12 with relevant subjects |
| LPU PG courses | Graduation in a relevant field |
| LPU PhD courses | PG degree in a relevant field |
Note: This is a generic eligibility. The detailed admission criteria is available on the website.
LPU M.DesComparison with similar colleges
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| College | Median Salary | Total Tuition Fees | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹ 4.65 LPA | ₹ 3.2 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 6 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 11.96 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 2.46 L - 8 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 13.94 L | -/- | |
| -/- | ₹ 1.2 L | -/- |
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