Under the stream of Science, LPU offers MSc, MSc (Design), MSc (Agriculture) and MSc (Hons) programmes of two-year duration at the PG level. The MSc programme at LPU is offered in 11 specialisations and MSc (Design) is offered in two specialisations as listed in the table below. Admission to MSc (Agriculture) is entrance-based, whereas admission to other specialisations is merit-based. Check out the LPU MSc eligibility criteria mentioned as follows:
MSc
Specialisation
Eligibility Criteria
Statistics and Data Analytics
Bachelor’s degree in any stream with Statistics or Mathematics as a subject or BTech/ BE/ BSc (Engineering) with a minimum of 55% aggregate
- Clinical Microbiology
- Clinical Embryology
- Clinical Biochemistry
A minimum of 55% aggregate in bachelor's degree (MLT/ Medical/ Applied Medical Science/ Biosciences/ Medical Science and Allied Medical/ Life Sciences/ Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology/ Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology/ Clinical Chemistry/ Public Health and Allied Sciences or equivalent
Forensic Sciences
BSc degree with 55% aggregate marks in Forensic Science/ Biology/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Microbiology/ Biotechnology/ MLT or BPharm/ MBBS/ BDS/ BHMS/ BAMS or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree with at least 55% aggregate in Medical Science and Allied Medical/ Applied Medical Science/ Agriculture/ Nanotechnology/ Biosciences/ Life Sciences/ Food Sciences/ Nutrition and Dietetics/ Home Science/ Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology/ Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology/ Clinical Chemistry/ Public Health and Allied Sciences/ Plant Science or equivalent
NOTE: The minimum aggregate as per the awarding board/ university will be considered for eligibility and scholarship. There is also a 5% relaxation for north-east state and sikkim candidates or defence personnel and their dependants or wards of Kashmiri migrants.
Q: What is the tuition fee for MSc at Lovely Professional University?
A:
The LPU MSc tuition fee ranges from INR 60,000 to INR 8 lakh. Its fee structure includes tuition fee, security deposit and other fee components. The mentioned fee amount is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is further as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.
Q: Does LPU have 100% placements?
A:
Lovely Professional University has a strong record of placements for courses like BTech, BBA, BCA, BArch, MBA, MCA, etc. Currently, the highest international package offered during LPU placements in 2025 was INR 2.5 crore per annum, whereas the highest domestic package offered stood at INR 1 crore per annum. The LPU average package offered to the top 25% students of the batch 2025 was INR 10.23 LPA. The key highlights of LPU placements for the Class of 2023, 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:
Particulars
Placement Statistics (2023)
Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement Statistics (2025)
Highest package
INR 54.75 LPA
INR 53 LPA
INR 250 LPA (International)
INR 100 LPA (Domestic)
Average package
INR 7 LPA (MBA, BTech CSE)
INR 7.80 (MBA)
INR 7.92 LPA (BTech CSE)
INR 10.23 LPA (top 25%)
Total recruiters
1,107
1,611
2,225+
Total offers
5,500+
7,443
6,000+
Q: Does LPU provide good average packages to its students?
A:
LPU offers decent placements annually for courses like BBA, BCA, MBA, MCA BTech, etc. The LPU average package offered to the top 25% students of the batch 2025 stood at INR 10.23 LPA and the top 10% was INR 12.3 LPA. Tabulated below are the top department wise average salary offered to the top 10% students of 2025 batch:
The important admission dates of the course are mentioned below:
Dates
Upcoming Events
3 Mar '26 - 10 Mar '26
CUET PG Admit Card (March 6 to 10)Ongoing
26 Feb '26 - 27 Mar '26
CUET PG 2026 Advance City Intimation SlipOngoing
6 Mar '26 - 27 Mar '26
CUET PG 2026 Exam Date
Apr '26
CUET PG 2026 ResultTentative
Dates
Past Events
Feb '26
CUET PG 2026 Admit CardTentative
14 Dec '25 - 23 Jan '26
CUET PG 2026 Application Process
LPU MSc Admission 2026: How to Apply?
LPU MSc admission to all the above-mentioned specialisations is done through an online mode. Candidates, fulfilling the eligibility criteria need to apply online through the LPU admission portal. The common LPU application process is shown below:
Image source: Official website
The detailed process to apply for LPU admission is mentioned below:
Step 1: Signup
Register on the official admission portal of LPU i.e. LPUADMIT (admission.lpu.in) with basic details such as name, email-id, mobile number, state, gender and password). The email id used during registration will act as the username for the portal and the password needs to be set by the candidate while registration.
Login to the LPUADMIT with an already created username/ password
Step 2: Application for admission
Candidates can continue to take admission and then apply for LPUNEST (for scholarship purposes):
Fill in the application form
Select the programme from the available course list
Make an initial payment of INR 10,000 (which consists of an application fee of INR 500, rest is part of the programme fee for the first semester). After making the payment, the University will dispatch the prospectus at the correspondence address (entered in the application form) and a unique provisional registration no. will be generated and sent to the registered email-id.
Upload the required documents. All the submitted documents are verified from the originals within the prescribed timelines during admission.
Deposit the balance fee within the timelines as prescribed by LPU
Step 3: Apply for LPUNEST
Lovely Professional University conducts an online eligibility/scholarship test, LPU NEST basis which students can avail a number of scholarships.
Deposit the test fee: The cost for the application form and soft copy of the LPU NEST Kit is INR 1,000 (for boys) and INR 500 (for girls) and fill the application form of LPUNEST.
Step 4: Book the exam slot and appear for it
Candidates are now required to book a slot (with their preference of date and time) to appear for LPUNEST
Appear and qualify the test
List of documents to be uploaded with the application form:
Recent photograph
Mark sheet and passing certificates of Class 10, Class 12 and graduation
Qualifying exam certificate/ mark sheet
Address proof
Also, students are advised to carry the following documents (both the original and the copy) at the time of reporting to the University campus:
Certificate and mark sheet of Class 10 and Class 12
Character/ school leaving/ transfer document
Entrance test rank/ score card (if applicable)
Three passport-size photographs of the student
Proof of residence
Aadhaar Card of the students and their parents
A self-attested anti-ragging affidavit signed by both the students and their parents
You should not expect a reputed IT companies will hire you here because Lovely Professional University only calls the companies for BPO jobs for all.
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Anurupa Khatua
M.Sc. (Hons.) in Microbiology - Batch of 2023
4.2
3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Lovely Professional University Review.
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.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025Read More
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MVDinesh kumar
M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2021
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Really good infrastructure, facilities, etc.
Placements: The percentage of students opted for this course was 30%. The students of this course got the highest package of 15 LPA, and the lowest package of 9 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Agri-Associate, Kincannon & Reed, AG HeadHunters, and Keller Executive Search. 70% of students got internships in these companies. Top roles offered in research and development to practical farm management and even business-oriented positions.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure of college was well planned and developed. The whole campus was covered with Wi-Fi. Classrooms had smart boards. Labs were updated with the latest technology computers. We also had apple lab. The food available in mess and canteen was freshly prepared and delivered in well-packed containers. The campus had medical facilities, and also organised annual sports meet.
Faculty: Teachers were disciplined and qualified. They were regular in lectures and always taught with sincerity. The teaching quality was excellent. The curriculum was relevant, and made the students ready for industrial work. The semester exams were average, and the passing criteria was to score 40% marks in each subject.
Other: I joined this course because I had a great interest in agro fields. This course will improve my knowledge about fertilizers and organic farming. Campus organised events such as carbuncle, maestros, and other cultural events. The students were also sponsored with a scholarship according to their marks in 12th standard.
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025Read More
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Dinesh
M.Sc. in Agriculture (Genetics and Plant Breeding) - Batch of 2022
3.8
4Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Lovely Professional University.
Placements: LPU was the best university for placements. So many students have joined my course. Agriculture was very useful in our future. So many top companies had come to our university. LPU was the topmost university in India. Many students got internships in our batch.
Infrastructure: We have the best infrastructure. LPU was looking very beautiful only because of one reason infrastructure. We had a stocked library. All classrooms had AC, and hostel rooms were very nice, and it was very super, and the washrooms were clean. We had so many canteens here. We had hospital and sports.
Faculty: Best faculty in LPU. They are well qualified, educated, and knowledgeable. They have so many years of experience in teaching. Their teaching skills were very amazing. Students could understand very easily. This course was relevant to the agriculture department.
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025Read More
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G Sirin
M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology - Batch of 2025
4.2
4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
The campus life is too good.
Placements: Top roles would be sales and human resources roles, which are common to all streams.
Others would be an intern, food product developer, processing intern, or quality control associate.
Bd Agro, Nestle, and Hunger Box are the main recruiters in our university.
Infrastructure: Mess has different varieties of food available with hygiene. WiFi is available on campus and in the hostels. Classrooms have Wi-Fi and smart projectors for classes. Labs and libraries are well equipped with all the needs, and there's a person to guide.
Faculty: Teaching quality is excellent. There's a guide to help us with research dissertation work. Also a personal mentor who will sort academic and non-academic problems. Exams are moderate, but we should obviously study. Teachers provide us with enough material.
Other: All cultures and festivals are celebrated encouraging one another. The crowd is so cheerful and positive. Scholarships make it easy for us to afford the study and campus life.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2024Read More
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Anonymous
M.Sc. in Multimedia Design - Batch of 2023
4.8
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Best place to learn Multimedia Design.
Placements: Over 95% of the total strength of students got placed and the highest package offered was INR 10 lacs per annum; the average package offered was INR 6 lacs per annum. Meta, Adobe, Amazon, and Google were some of the top recruiting companies. The top roles offered were Web Designer, UI Designer, etc.
Infrastructure: Various laboratories with high-end computers (which have elite-level of software programs installed) are present, some of which are multimedia labs, animation labs, graphic design labs, etc. The classrooms are clean, spacious, and equipped with the latest technology. A huge collection of books is available in the library.
Faculty: Yes, the teachers were extremely helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable, along with having an excellent understanding of the subject matter. The teaching quality is way above what we expected; it is incredible. The course curriculum is relevant and makes the students industry-ready. The semester exams are somewhat difficult but can be cracked.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2023Read More
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sumit Kumar
M.Sc. in Geography - Batch of 2023
4.6
3Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
World-class infrastructure and facilities.
Placements: A decent percentage of students get placed in different companies. Placements in forest services. The top roles offered are assistant professors in different universities and institutions.
Infrastructure: Top-level smart classes were organised. High-speed Internet with Wi-Fi connectivity. High-tech labs for remote sensing. A huge library with a lot no. of books and e-books. Comfortable residential facilities. Sports and games facility for overall development.
Faculty: Highly qualified teachers and Ph.D. holders. Top-level teaching with Lerner's center approach. Top-quality curriculum for making students industry ready. The semester exams are of a moderate difficulty level of exams. The high passing percentage of the students.
Lovely Professional University strongly believes in the fact that monetary constraints should not be an obstacle for a student to have access to quality education. So, the University provides scholarship schemes to students on various parameters. Check the LPU Phase-III Scholarships for PG courses. Also, check below:
LPUNEST category slab
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category A cut-off
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category B cut-off
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category C cut-off
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category D cut-off
Group 1
60% of Programme Fee
50% of Programme Fee
40% of Programme Fee
30% of Programme Fee
Group 2
50% of Programme Fee
40% of Programme Fee
30% of Programme Fee
20% of Programme Fee
Group 3
35% of Programme Fee
30% of Programme Fee
25% of Programme Fee
20% of Programme Fee
Group 4
25% of Programme Fee
20% of Programme Fee
15% of Programme Fee
10% of Programme Fee
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Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships
Q: What is LPU widely known for?
A:
LPU is famous for its BTech & MBA programmes. LPU Engineering courses are becoming famous as the placements offered to the BTech students are good. LPU is one of India’s the largest private universities which is offering modern CSE Education to students integrated with AI, Machine Learning (ML), & Data Science (DS). The university infrastructure is also quite good.
Q: What is the minimum fees to reserve a seat at LPU?
A:
Students can get provisional admission and confirm their seats by paying a nominal fees. The nominal fees is INR 10,000. This applies to all courses and would be adjusted against the programme fees of the semester. MSc Agriculture and MA Hindi/ Punjabi are exempted from this case.
Q: How much is the LPU NEST 2026 application fee?
A:
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.
LPU
Admission FAQs
Q: Will I get a direct admission in LPU with 65 % marks in Class 12?
A:
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 is the LPU NEST exam date for the test centre-based test?
A:
The remote proctored exam will be conducted from February 15, 2026, and the test centre exam dates are from March 15, 2026. The exam will be conducted till March 31, 2026.
Q: How can I apply for admission at LPU?
A:
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.
Q: How to prepare for LPU placements?
A:
If you want to sit in the placement process at LPU, follow below tips:
Work on building a strong resume
Do proper research on the company you want to join
Take assessment test to check your knowledge of fundamental concepts. This you can take online or offline.
Improve communication and interpersonal skills.
Prepare yourself for group discussion.
Q: What are some of the BSc courses at LPU?
A:
LPU offers several BSc programmes. These are offered for a duration of three to four years. Some of the BSc specialisations at LPU are as below:
Lovely Professional University (LPU University) offers over 300 degree, Diploma and Certificate programmes to aspirants at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. It offers BTech, MBA, BSc, BBA, B.A., B.Arch, BDes, MTech, LL.B. and various other courses to students. LPU admission 2023 to most of the courses is entrance-based. LPU NEST 2023 is the official entrance and Scholarship Exam conducted by the university. Apart from LPU NEST the university accepts several other national-level entrance exams, such as JEE Main, CLAT, CAT, NATA, etc. So prepare well for the entrance test. Do keep an eye on LPU NEST pattern, LPU NEST exam dates, and go through the LPU NEST result to check the latest trend. Over the past few years, LPU has been ranked by the top-notch ranking bodies under several streams, including Management and Engineering. In 2023, LPU was ranked 23 among the top universities of the country by Times Higher Education. The college offers several courses to students at the UG and PG levels. The college has collaborated with various organisations to offer courses to students. It is noticed that these collaborations have benefitted the students in many ways like now the students can attend guest lectures and can take part in various educational workshops.
Q: Can students take admission in LPU without LPUNEST?
A:
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: For which course LPU is best?
A:
LPU top courses include BTech and MBA. Other than this, the university offer courses in Design, Arts, Animation, Nursing, etc. The popular LPU courses along with eligibility and selection details are mentioned below:
Course Name
Common Eligibility & Selection Criteria
BTech
Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics and English or equivalent as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with 60% marks
Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics/ Biology/ Biotechnology and English or equivalent as compulsory subjects from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% aggregate for BTech Biotechnology, Food Tech and Biomedical
Selection Criteria: LPUNEST + JEE Main + CUET
MBA
Eligibility: Graduation with at least 55% aggregate or completed Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI)
Eligibility: Class 12 from a recognised board with 50%-60% aggregate with English or equivalent
Selection Criteria: LPUNEST/ CUET UG (merit-based for some of the BBA specialisations)
MCA/ MCA (Hons)
Eligibility: A minimum aggregate of 60% in BCA or BSc (CS/IT) or any other UG degree with CS/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Business Maths/ Business Statistics/ QT as a subject at UG or Class 12 level)
Selection Criteria: LPUNEST
Q: What courses are offered at LPU?
A:
LPU offers above 300 degree and Diploma courses at the UG, PG and PhD levels. It also offers distance learning courses through LPU Distance Education (LPUDE). LPU admission process includes application, selection rounds and result declaration. LPUNEST is the official entrance and scholarship exam. Lovely Professional University accepts other national-level entrance exams such as JEE Main Part 2, NATA, CAT, MAT and XAT for admission to UG and PG programs.
Q: Are applications out for LPU admission?
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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.
Q: How are the Fashion Designing placements at LPU?
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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
Q: Where do LPU alumni work?
A:
According to the data gathered from unofficial sources, Engineering sector has placed the most number of LPU students. The sector-wise LPU alumni placement statistics are presented below:
Note: The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources and hence may vary.
Q: How many recruiters participated during LPU placements?
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More than 2,225 companies visited the campus for LPU placements 2025. In 2024, a total of 1,611 recruiters participated in the placement process. Going back to 2023 placements, 1,107 recruiters participated and placed students in various sectors. The total of recruiters participated in LPU placements betwenn 2023 and 2025 are tabulated below:
Particulars
Placement Statistics (2023)
Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement Statistics (2025)
Total recruiters
1,107
1,611
2,225+
Q: What are the key takeaways from LPU placements in recent years?
A:
According to the latest report, LPU recorded the highest international package of INR 2.5 crore per annum in the academic year 2024-25. Earlier, the LPU highest package offered to the BTech and MBA students during the LPU placements 2024 was INR 53 LPA and INR 29.3 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of LPU placements for the Class of 2023, 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:
Lovely Professional University edges ahead in placements with over 2,225 recruiters participating recently, including Fortune 500 giants like Microsoft and Amazon, offering more than 6,000 jobs and a the highest package of INR 2.5 crore. SRM holds strong records too, yet LPU's broader industry ties
Lovely Professional University offers a broad academic ecosystem with modern infrastructure, industry-aligned curriculum, and programmes across engineering, management, sciences, and commerce. Students receive structured placement training, internship opportunities, and skill development support, he
If you're curious about B.Tech in Automobile Engineering at LPU, the placement scene here is quite encouraging. LPU focuses on blending strong technical knowledge with hands-on experience, so students graduate not just with a degree but with real-world skills. The university has good industry connec
Lovely Professional University maintains strong placement records in the current scenario, with over 2,225 recruiters like Amazon, TCS, and Cognizant offering more than 6,000 jobs to the 2025 batch. the highest packages reached INR 2.5 crore for select branches such as EEE, while CSE students secure
When it comes to placements, Lovely Professional University (LPU) really focuses on giving students a strong start to their careers. The university has solid industry connections across IT, engineering, management, hospitality, and more, which means students get exposure to internships and job oppor
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