LPU University conducts admission for 2026 through application submission, selection rounds, counselling, interviews where required, and result declaration. The university offers 300+ UG, PG, diploma, doctoral, distance learning and online education programs, including B.Tech and MBA, with total fees such as INR 11.2 Lakhs to INR 36 Lakhs for B.Tech and INR 5.6 Lakhs to INR 10.8 Lakhs for MBA.

LPUNEST is used by LPU as an entrance and scholarship test for many UG and PG programs. The university also accepts national-level entrance exam scores for selected courses. Admission is merit-based, and LPU does not offer admission through management quota. Students with 80% to 85% or higher marks in the qualifying exam may get direct admission to selected programs without LPUNEST, but higher scholarship slabs may require the exam.

Direct Link: Apply for LPU Admission 2026

How to Apply for LPU Admission 2026

Students can apply online for LPU UG and PG admission after checking the eligibility and entrance exam rules for their chosen course. LPUNEST is used for admission in several programs and also decides scholarship benefits for many applicants.

Steps to Fill the LPU Application Form

  • Step 1: Go to the official website of Lovely Professional University and select the Apply Now tab shown at the top of the page.
  • Step 2: Register on the LPUADMIT portal at admission.lpu.in by entering basic details such as name, email ID, mobile number, state, gender and password. The email ID becomes the username. Students may also apply for LPUNEST for scholarship purposes.
  • Step 3: Pay the application fee and submit the form to finish the application process.

Documents Needed While Filling the Form

  • Recent photograph
  • Class 10, Class 12 and graduation mark sheets and passing certificates
  • Qualifying exam certificate or mark sheet
  • Address proof

At the time of reporting to the university campus, students should carry both original and photocopy of the following documents:

  • Recent photograph
  • Matriculation marksheet
  • Qualifying exam certificate or marksheet
  • Address proof

Programs Where Interview Rounds Apply

Interview rounds are needed for selected programs. These include:

  • B.Tech Type B Interview Programs
  • PG Agriculture
  • PG Pharmacy
  • M.A. Clinical Psychology, RCI Approved
  • B.Sc. Clinical Psychology, RCI Approved

LPU Courses, Fees and Admission Criteria 2026

LPU admission is offered through LPUNEST, accepted national entrance exams and academic merit. Courses are available in engineering, management, design, pharmacy, sciences, commerce, arts, computer applications, healthcare and distance learning.

Program Entrance Exam Selection Process Total Fees
B.Tech
LPUNEST		 Merit based on LPUNEST score and counselling INR 11.2 Lakhs to INR 36 Lakhs
BBA Merit based on LPUNEST or academic performance INR 4.8 Lakhs to INR 7.2 Lakhs
MBA LPUNEST / CAT / MAT / XAT / NMAT / CMAT Entrance score, video essay and personal interview INR 5.6 Lakhs to INR 10.8 Lakhs
B.Sc

LPUNEST / Merit		 Selection through entrance exam or academic merit INR 4 Lakhs to INR 28 Lakhs
BA Admission based on qualifying marks or LPUNEST INR 3 Lakhs to INR 4.8 Lakhs
M.Sc Merit-based selection and interview INR 2 Lakhs to INR 8.8 Lakhs

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Notes:

  • LPUNEST results are declared within 48 working hours of the exam.
  • LPUNEST is an entrance cum scholarship exam of 400 marks and has no negative marking.

LPU UG Admission 2026

LPU offers undergraduate programs in engineering, commerce, arts, sciences, pharmacy, architecture, design, management, computer applications and healthcare. UG admission may be based on LPUNEST, merit or accepted national entrance exams, depending on the course.

LPU B.Tech Eligibility and Selection Criteria

B.Tech is offered in several specialisations, including Computer Science Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Biomedical Engineering and Food Technology. Computer Science and allied specialisations are among the most competitive branches, and nearly half of B.Tech seats are offered in Computer Science and related programs.

Category Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
B.Tech 10+2 with PCM and English with minimum 60% aggregate marks

LPUNEST
B.Tech, Biotechnology / Biomedical / Food Technology 10+2 with PCB and English with at least 60% aggregate marks
B.Tech Lateral Entry 3-Year Diploma in Engineering with minimum 60% aggregate marks

The following B.Tech programs need an interview round:

  • CSE, AI and Data Engineering
  • CSE, Software Product Engineering
  • CSE, AI and Data Analytics
  • LPUNEST scores are used to prepare the merit rank.
  • If two students have the same rank, subject-wise marks are checked first, followed by age preference.
  • Seat allotment is done through online counselling on the LPU Admit Portal.
  • Seats left vacant in later admission phases may be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

LPU UG Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
B.Sc (Hons) 10+2 in Science stream with 50% marks Merit-Based / LPUNEST
BBA 10+2 with 50% marks and English






LPUNEST
B.Com 10+2 with qualifying marks
BA
BCA
B.Com (Hons) 10+2 with 60% marks and English
BA (Hons) 10+2 with 60% marks
B.Pharm 10+2 with 60% marks in PCM/PCB and English
BPT 10+2 with 60% marks in PCB and English
B.Arch 10+2 with PCM and English with 50% marks LPUNEST / NATA
B.Des 10+2 with 50% marks LPUNEST / UCEED / NID DAT / NIFTEE

LPU PG Admission 2026

At the postgraduate level, LPU offers courses in engineering, pharmacy, sciences, commerce, management, arts, physiotherapy and performing arts. Selection may be through LPUNEST, GATE, GPAT, other accepted exams, interview or merit.

LPU MBA Admission 2026

LPU offers MBA programs in different specialisations with practical exposure and an industry-focused curriculum. Popular specialisations include:

  • General
  • Financial Markets
  • Hospital and Healthcare Management
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • Business Analytics
MBA Program Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
All MBA Programs except MBA, Business Analytics Graduation with minimum 55% aggregate marks LPUNEST or CAT/MAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT, video essay and interview
MBA, Business Analytics BE/B.Tech or B.Sc or BA or B.Com/BBA/BCA with minimum 55% marks
Entrance exam and interview
MBA, Management Technology B.Tech or 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with minimum 55% marks

LPUNEST is not mandatory for MBA applicants with any one of the following scores:

  • 80 percentile or above in CAT/MAT/XAT
  • CMAT All India Rank up to 30,000
  • NMAT score of 230 or above

LPU PG Eligibility and Selection Criteria

Course Eligibility Criteria Selection Criteria
M.Tech B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks LPUNEST / GATE
M.Pharm B.Pharm with minimum 60% marks LPUNEST / GPAT
M.Sc Bachelor’s degree in relevant science discipline with 50% marks
LPUNEST
MCA Graduation with 50% marks, with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level
MPT BPT with 60% marks Merit / Entrance
M.Com Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks in Commerce/Management/Economics/Accounts

Merit-Based
MA Bachelor’s degree with 50% marks
MPA Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Important PG Admission Note: LPUNEST is not required for admission to M.Pharm Ayurveda programs.

Higher Education at LPU

Lovely Professional University is known for the following academic and campus features:

  • Industry-oriented curriculum
  • Modern infrastructure and smart classrooms
  • Strong placement opportunities
  • International collaborations
  • Scholarship opportunities through LPUNEST
  • Wide range of UG and PG specialisations

LPU PhD Admission 2026

LPU offers doctoral programs, and LPUNEST is used for PhD admission. The PhD selection process includes the entrance test, interview slot booking, interview round, interview result and final admission confirmation. Scholarship or fee benefits are also available for PhD students under the university scholarship categories.

LPU Certificate and Diploma Admission 2026

LPU offers diploma programs along with UG, PG and doctoral courses. Distance learning and online education options are offered through the Centre for Distance and Online Education. Applicants must check the eligibility and selection rule for the specific diploma or certificate program before applying.

LPU Direct Admission 2026

Students with strong marks in the qualifying exam may get direct admission to selected LPU courses without taking LPUNEST. In general, candidates with 80% to 85% marks in the previous qualifying exam are considered. Students who want the highest scholarship possibilities should still take LPUNEST, because scholarship slabs mainly depend on entrance exam performance.

LPUNEST 2026

LPUNEST 2026 is LPU’s entrance and scholarship test for admission to several programs. It is held in computer-based mode and helps decide both admission eligibility and scholarship allotment on the basis of performance.

LPUNEST 2026 Overview

Parameter Details
Exam Name LPUNEST 2026
Conducting Body Lovely Professional University
Purpose Admission and Scholarship
Mode Online, Remote Proctored / Test Centres
Level National Entrance Exam
Courses UG and PG programs

LPUNEST 2026 Process

  • Students register on the official LPU admission portal.
  • The application form is filled with personal and academic details.
  • The LPUNEST kit fee is paid before moving ahead in the exam process.
  • Slot booking is required to choose the exam date, time and mode.
  • Candidates take the computer-based test.
  • The result is used for admission eligibility and scholarship decision.
  • Qualified candidates complete counselling and document verification.

LPUNEST Admission Rules

  • LPUNEST is needed for most LPU programs unless a student is exempted.
  • The test is conducted in scheduled phases during the year.
  • Scholarships are given on the basis of entrance test performance.
  • Students may take the exam through remote proctored online mode or at test centres.
  • Final admission is confirmed after counselling and fee payment.

LPU Scholarship 2026

LPU awards scholarships through different routes, including LPUNEST, JEE Main, NEET, CUET, CAT, MAT and qualifying exam marks. The benefit is given as a percentage waiver on the program fee. The final amount depends on the student’s score, admission phase and course group. Higher scores lead to higher scholarship brackets.

LPU Scholarship Structure 2026

Scholarship Basis Eligibility Criteria Scholarship Benefit
LPUNEST Category A Highest score bracket Up to 60% of program fee
LPUNEST Category B Next high score bracket Up to 50% of program fee
LPUNEST Category C Mid score bracket Up to 40% of program fee
LPUNEST Category D Lower qualifying score Up to 30% of program fee
Group 2 programs As per LPUNEST category 20% to 50% fee waiver depending on score
Group 3 programs 20% to 35% fee waiver depending on score
Group 4 programs 10% to 25% fee waiver depending on score

Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

  • A higher LPUNEST score gives a higher scholarship benefit.
  • The scholarship depends on score, admission phase and course group.
  • Fee waiver ranges from 10% to 60%.
  • A student can use only one primary scholarship category at a time.
  • The final scholarship is confirmed during admission verification.

LPU Admission FAQs

Ques. How can a student block a seat at LPU?

Ans. A student can take provisional admission by paying INR 10,000. This amount confirms the seat and is adjusted against the semester program fee. The adjustment rule does not apply to M.Sc Agriculture and M.Pharm programs.

Ques. Do all applicants have to take LPUNEST?

Ans. No, LPUNEST is not compulsory for every course. In some programs, it works as both an entrance test and a scholarship test. For B.Tech, MBA, B.Arch and B.Des, it works only as a scholarship test if the student has already qualified accepted national-level exams such as CAT, XAT, UCEED or NATA.

Ques. What happens if an applicant is not eligible for the selected course?

Ans. LPU offers more than 150+ different programs in 300+ disciplines. If a student does not meet the eligibility rule for one program, the student may shift to another suitable program or request a refund as per the university refund policy.

Ques. What scholarship options are available at LPU?

Ans. Yes, LPU offers scholarships up to INR 6.8 Lakhs per student. The scholarship categories include:

  • Performance in previous qualifying exams, including 10th and 12th
  • LPUNEST score
  • Work experience for MBA
  • Innovations, startups, entrepreneurship and hackathons
  • National-level tests such as NATA, CAT and UCEED
  • Sports, cultural, R&D, co-curricular activities, bravery awards and social service
  • PhD scholarship
  • Scholarship for toppers of education boards

Ques. Can students get admission through management quota at LPU?

Ans. No, LPU Jalandhar does not provide admission through management quota. For courses such as B.Tech and MBA, admission is based on LPUNEST or accepted national exam scores, and selection is given on merit.

Ques. What exam mode options are available for LPUNEST?

Ans. LPU allows students to take LPUNEST in flexible modes:

  • Remotely: Students can take the test from home with webcam monitoring.
  • Designated Test Centres: Students who prefer an in-person test can choose centres available in different Indian states.

A candidate can also appear in more than one phase to try for a better scholarship slab.

Ques. Why should a student apply early to LPU?

Ans. LPU carries out admission in multiple phases. Students who apply in earlier phases may get:

  • Higher scholarship brackets, as earlier phases offer better fee waivers based on LPUNEST or other exam scores.
  • More program choices, because seat availability goes down in later phases.
  • Priority counselling for preferred branches or specialisations.

Applying early can help students improve both academic choice and scholarship benefit.