LPU accepts CAT, NMAT, MAT, CMAT scores for admission to MBA. Cutoffs for these national level exams are available.

LPU Cutoff 2025

Cutoffs for CAT, MAT, CMAT and NMAT remained the same across each MBA specialisation. LPU Jalandhar cutoff for various national level exams for all the categories are given in the table below:

Exams Cutoff Percentile
CAT 40 (2025)
CMAT 70 (2024)
NMAT 95 (2024)
MAT 67 (2024)

Cutoffs for CAT, MAT, CMAT and NMAT remained the same in 2024 as they were in 2025.

LPU vs Amity University Noida

CAT cutoff 2025 comparison between LPU and Amity University Noida for general category is shown in the image below:

LPU vs Amity Noida Cutoff Comparison

From the above comparison, it’s evident that:

  • MBA Business Analytics and MBA Supply Chain cutoffs are much higher at Amity Noida as compared to LPU.
  • Thus, students taking admission in these MBA specializations at Amity Noida will find it more competitive with respect to LPU Jalandhar.

LPU Cutoff 2025 FAQs

Ques. What is the MBA admission process at LPU after clearing the cutoff?

Ans. Once students clear CAT/MAT/CMAT cutoff and apply for MBA admission at LPU, they are required to follow the below process:

  • Submit a 2 minutes Video Essay
  • Appear for Interview
  • Upon getting shortlisted, confirm the admission

The details for the Video Essay are as follows:

Parameters Marks Weightage
Communication Skills 75 75%
Structure & Organization 10 10%
Professionalism 15 15%

Ques. Why are NMAT cutoffs higher than CAT cutoffs at LPU?

Ans. NMAT cutoffs are generally higher (95) at LPU as compared to CAT cutoff (40) due to the lower difficulty level of NMAT. LPU sets higher NMAT cutoffs to provide a level playing field to every student.

Ques. Does LPU have its own entrance exam?

Ans. Yes, LPU conducts LPUNEST for admission and scholarship to more than 150 UG, PG and PhD courses. The test is conducted in online and test centre based mode.

LPUNEST has around 120 questions for B.Tech, Science and Pharmacy programmes. There is no negative marking in the test.