Lovely Professional University popularly known as LPU, is a private university started in 2005. LPU has an A++ Grade by NAAC and is known for industry-focused learning, large infrastructure and popular courses such as B.Tech, MBA, BBA, B.Sc (Hons) Agriculture, M.Tech and MCA.
In NIRF 2025, LPU ranked 48th for B.Tech and 44th for MBA. LPUNEST is its main entrance and scholarship test, while exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT and CMAT are also accepted for MBA admission.
- Ranking 2025: 48th for B.Tech and 44th for MBA by NIRF
- Total Fees: INR 12.80 Lakhs for B.Tech CSE and INR 8.80 Lakhs for General MBA, excluding hostel fees
- Annual Hostel Fees: INR 93,000 for non-AC and INR 1.03 Lakhs for AC 4-seater standard rooms, the most opted setup
- Admission Criteria: LPUNEST is the main entrance exam. CAT, XAT, MAT and CMAT are also accepted for MBA admission
- Admission Dates: LPUNEST scholarship examination is ongoing
- Scholarship: 10% to 60% based on LPUNEST scores. Merit-based and national exam-based scholarships can go up to 100%
- Placement 2025: The average package of the top 25% students is INR 10.23 LPA
- Highest Package: INR 2.5 Cr PA for B.Tech EEE and INR 49.46 LPA for MBA
Direct Link: Apply for LPU Admission 2026
LPU Admission Dates 2026
LPU admits students mainly through LPUNEST. The scholarship examination is ongoing.
Type C LPUNEST Scholarship Only
| Event | Date |
|---|
| LPUNEST scholarship examination | Ongoing |
| Scholarship result | Within 3 working days |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
LPU Courses & Fees 2026
LPU offers programmes across engineering, management, agriculture, pharmacy, law, computer applications and other fields. Some B.Tech and MBA options include industry-linked learning with Microsoft, IBM, EY and NSE Academy.
B.Tech at LPU
LPU offers a four-year B.Tech course and also provides lateral entry. The B.Tech CSE intake is estimated to exceed 5,000 students across all specialisations.
| B.Tech Specialisations | Total Fees |
|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | INR 12.8 Lakhs |
| CSE - AI & ML | INR 16 Lakhs |
| CSE - AI & Data Engineering |
| Robotics & Automation Engineering | INR 14.4 Lakhs |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 11.2 Lakhs |
| Electronics & Electrical Engineering |
| Civil Engineering |
| Biotechnology Engineering |
| Chemical Engineering |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
B.Tech Eligibility & Selection Criteria
Students need 10+2 with PCM and English and at least 60% aggregate. Selection is through LPUNEST, followed by counselling and merit-based seat allotment.
MBA at LPU
LPU runs a two-year MBA along with industry collaborative specialisations. MBA General has 360 seats.
| MBA Specialisations | Total Fees |
|---|
| General | INR 8.8 Lakhs |
| Business Analytics with EY | INR 10.8 Lakhs |
| Data Science & AI | INR 10.8 Lakhs |
| Hospital & Healthcare Management | INR 8.8 Lakhs |
| International Business | INR 8.8 Lakhs |
| Financial Markets with NSE Academy | INR 10.8 Lakhs |
| Fintech & AI | INR 10.8 Lakhs |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
MBA Eligibility & Selection Criteria
For MBA admission, applicants need a bachelor's degree in any stream with 55% marks. They must qualify LPUNEST or hold a valid CAT, XAT, MAT or CMAT score, then submit a video essay and attend an interview. Seat allotment is merit-based.
Other Programs of LPU
LPU also offers BBA, M.Tech, agriculture, pharmacy, law and computer application programmes.
| Course | Total Fees | Selection Criteria |
|---|
| BBA | INR 4.8 Lakhs General | Merit-Based / LPUNEST |
| B.Sc (Hons) | INR 9.6 Lakhs Agriculture |
| B.Sc | INR 6.4 Lakhs Forensic Sciences |
| B.Com | INR 4.8 Lakhs - INR 7.2 Lakhs |
| BA | INR 4.8 Lakhs Journalism & Mass Comm |
| M.Tech | INR 4 Lakhs CSE | LPUNEST / GATE |
| B.Arch | INR 12 Lakhs | LPUNEST / NATA |
| B.Des | INR 11.2 Lakhs Fashion Design | LPUNEST / UCEED / NID DAT / NIFTEE |
| M.Sc | INR 4.8 Lakhs Agronomy | LPUNEST |
| MCA | INR 4 Lakhs General |
| BCA | INR 4.8 Lakhs General |
| MA | INR 2 Lakhs English |
| MPT | INR 3.2 Lakhs Sports Science |
| PhD Full-time / Part-time | INR 3 Lakhs | LPUNEST + Interview |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
New Program & Curriculum Changes at LPU
LPU has added new programmes in Medical Laboratory Sciences.
- B.Sc Lateral Entry in Optometry, Anaesthesia & Operation Theatre Technology, Medical Radiology & Imaging Technology and Cardiovascular Technology
- Master of Medical Laboratory Science in Haematology & Transfusion Medicine and Histology & Cytology
LPU has also introduced EduRevolution, which extends learning beyond regular classrooms through a gamified model. It allows students to generate revenue and improve grades through performance as well as academics.
- 50% learning beyond classrooms through industry interaction and real-world projects.
- Students can earn through sales, freelancing, start-ups, trading, e-commerce or consulting.
- Students can take part in shaping university academic policies.
- Students may earn up to 50% of grades from achievements outside classrooms and 50% from attendance or academics.
- AI-powered learning ecosystem with 150+ skills labs & innovation studios.
- Start-up incubation & entrepreneurship support.
Global Tech Immersion at LPU
Global Tech Immersion is a short-term international exposure programme at LPU. Selected students visit partner institutions or tech hubs abroad for expert sessions, industry visits and lab-based workshops. LPU offers three courses under this programme.
Global Tech Immersion Course 2026
| Course | Total Fees | Eligibility |
|---|
| B.Tech CSE - AI and System Design | INR 36 Lakhs | 10+2 with at least 60% marks in Physics, Maths and English, along with LPUNEST qualification. Students from North-East states and Sikkim get 10% relaxation in marks. LPUNEST can be taken online from home or at a test centre. |
| BBA (Hons.) Technology and Management | INR 28 Lakhs | 60% marks in Class 10+2 with English. Students from North-East states and Sikkim get 10% marks relaxation. Defence personnel and their dependents or wards of Kashmiri migrants get 5% relaxation. |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) Technology and Management |
Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
LPU Admission 2026
Lovely Professional University uses LPUNEST for admission to most UG and PG courses. LPUNEST works as an eligibility-cum-scholarship test, so it checks academic merit and can also help students get scholarships.
The exam is held in two modes:
- At designated test centres
- Remotely from home
LPU also accepts national and state-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, NATA, GATE, NIFT and UCEED for specific programmes.
Applicants must register through the official admission portal: LPUAdmit (@admission.lpu.in)
The LPUNEST kit fee is:
- INR 1000 Soft Copy
- INR 1500 Printed Copy
Important Points:
- A 5% relaxation is given to eligible students from:
- North-Eastern states
- Defence background families
- Kashmiri migrant families
- LPUNEST is 2.5 hours long for major programmes such as B.Tech and MBA.
- There is no negative marking in the exam.
- Some competitive specialisations require an interview round, including:
- CSE - AI and Data Engineering
- CSE - Software Product Engineering
- CSE - AI and Data Analytics
- Admission selection is based on:
- LPUNEST score or national entrance exam score
- Counselling process
- Interview for selected programmes
LPU follows a merit-based admission process that uses entrance performance, academic eligibility and counselling for seat allotment.
LPU Placement
LPU's 2025 placement season included recruiters from IT, core engineering, consulting, finance and technology. More than 2,225 recruiters took part and made 6,000+ job offers, including offers from Fortune 500 companies. Over 2,000 students received packages between INR 10 LPA and INR 2.5 Cr PA.
LPU B.Tech Placement 2025
B.Tech placements at LPU were strong in technology-heavy roles.
- Highest Package: INR 2.5 Cr per annum
- Second Highest International: INR 1.03 Cr per annum
- Top Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, IBM, Deloitte, Accenture, TCS, JP Morgan, EY, Bosch, Trident
Both highest packages were received by B.Tech Robotics & Automation students.
Stream-wise B.Tech Placement Highlights
| Stream | Highest Package | Average of Top 10% | Recruiters |
|---|
| CSE | INR 64 LPA | INR 14.97 LPA | 1500+ recruiters |
| EEE | INR 2.5 CrPA | INR 12.97 LPA | 300+ Fortune 500 companies |
| Civil Engineering | INR 15 LPA | INR 9.6 LPA | - |
| ME | INR 54.9 LPA | INR 7 LPA Average | - |
| Chemical Engineering | INR 17.56 LPA | INR 8.98 LPA | 50+ recruiters |
| Bioengineering | INR 12 LPA | INR 8.86 LPA | 120+ recruiters |
LPU MBA Placement 2025
MBA placements covered finance, consulting, analytics and operations roles.
- Highest Package: INR 49.46 LPA
- Average Package Top 10%: INR 13.60 LPA
- Dream & Super Dream Offers: 650+
- Recruiters: 450+ companies
Major MBA Recruiters:
KPMG, HDFC Bank, Federal Bank, Nestlé, HighRadius, Trident Group, Wipro Consumer Care
Key Placement Insights
- Cognizant, Capgemini, Wipro and TCS recruit in large numbers.
- High packages are available, but mainly for top-performing students.
- Placement results depend strongly on:
- Coding skills and technical projects
- Internships and practical experience
- Communication and interview performance
Lovely Professional University offers placement opportunities, but placements are not guaranteed. Final results depend on student performance, skills and industry readiness.
LPU Scholarship 2026
LPU gives scholarships mainly through LPUNEST scores. These are offered in different admission phases on the programme fee, and hostel charges are not included. The Phase 1 scholarship details for 2026 admissions are listed below.
| Category Slab | Category A Cutoff | Category B Cutoff | Category C Cutoff | Category D Cutoff |
|---|
| Group 1 | 60% | 50% | 40% | 30% |
| Group 2 | 50% | 40% | 30% | 20% |
| Group 3 | 35% | 30% | 25% | 20% |
| Group 4 | 25% | 20% | 15% | 10% |
A higher LPUNEST score can move a student to a higher scholarship bracket. Students may attempt LPUNEST more than once in a year to improve their scholarship status.
LPUNEST B.Tech Scholarship
LPU has not released readable B.Tech scholarship figures in text format.
LPUNEST MBA Scholarship
LPU has not released readable MBA scholarship figures in text format.
Other LPU scholarships are also based on NATA, CAT, XAT, MAT, 10+2 and graduation scores. Scholarships are available for wards of defence personnel, persons with disabilities and orphans.
LPU Ranking
LPU has rankings from NIRF, IIRF, Outlook and Times Higher Education. The 2025 ranking details are given below.
| Agency | Category | Rank / Rank Band |
|---|
| NIRF | Overall | 49 |
| University | 31 |
| B.Tech | 48 |
| MBA | 44 |
| Pharmacy | 13 |
| Architecture and Planning | 24 |
| Agriculture | 17 |
| Law | 26 |
| IIRF | Overall | 21 |
| Pharmacy | 19 |
Who Should & Should NOT Join LPU?
Who Should Consider LPU?
Students who:
- Can study and build skills on their own
- Want exposure, events and networking
- Can pay the fees or earn scholarships
Who Should Avoid LPU?
Students who:
- Expect assured high-paying placements
- Need close faculty guidance
- Prefer a low-competition campus
- Plan to take loans with the expectation of quick ROI
LPU vs Chandigarh University vs Chitkara University
The table compares LPU, Chandigarh University and Chitkara University for B.Tech.
| Particulars | LPU | Chandigarh University | Chitkara University |
|---|
| NAAC Accreditation | Grade A++ | Grade A+ | Grade A+ |
| NIRF Rankings 2025 | 48 for B.Tech | 31 for B.Tech | 89 for B.Tech |
| B.Tech CSE Total Fees | INR 12.8 Lakhs | INR 11.6 Lakhs | INR 10.4 Lakhs |
| Admission Criteria | LPUNEST + Counselling | CUCET / JEE Main | Chitkara JEE / JEE Main / Merit-based |
| Highest Package CSE | INR 64 LPA | INR 1.7 Cr PA | INR 1.11 CrPA |
Analysis: Why should candidates choose LPU for B.Tech CSE over other peer universities?
- LPU offers scholarships of up to 60% through LPUNEST or Class 12th marks. A student can get a fee waiver of up to INR 7.68 Lakhs, reducing the total fee to INR 5.12 Lakhs. It also offers scholarships for Startup, Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
- The university mall gives students part-time and flexible job options at retail outlets, food courts, cafes, bookstores, kiosks and service counters. These roles can help students manage basic expenses and learn customer service, retail operations, teamwork and time management.
- LPU offers global exposure through international credit transfer options such as 2+2 and 1+1 models. It also has newer CSE specialisations such as AI, ML, Robotics, Data Analytics and Product Engineering in collaboration with Google, Comptia, Kalvium, Paytm, Microsoft and others.
LPU Campus Life
LPU has a 600-acre campus with 20+ schools. It works like a campus city with hostels for 25,000+ students, a 6-story library, iMac labs, smart classrooms, an R&D block and an 8-story Uni-Mall.
Students also get banks, ATMs, a post office, a hospital, cafes and shopping zones on campus. The sports complex covers 1.5 lakh sq. ft. and includes badminton and squash courts, an Olympic-size pool, a shooting range, a gymnasium and more. The university also uses agricultural farms, a student-run shopping mall and the Uni Hotel managed by hospitality students for practical learning.
LPU Hostels
Hostel and mess facilities are optional at LPU, and students may live off campus. Mess charges range from INR 40k to INR 56k, based on meal type and plan. Standard room hostel fees are given below.
| Seater Type | Charges with Early Decision Benefit Till May 15, 2026 | Charges without Early Decision Benefit |
|---|
| Air Cooled | Air Conditioned | Air Cooled | Air Conditioned |
| 4 Seater | INR 83,000 | INR 93,000 | INR 93,000 | INR 1,03,000 |
| 3 Seater | INR 98,000 | INR 1,13,000 | INR 1,08,000 | INR 1,23,000 |
| 2 Seater | INR 1,13,000 | INR 1,33,000 | INR 1,23,000 | INR 1,43,000 |
| 1 Seater | - | INR 1,53,000 | - | INR 1,63,000 |
| 5 Seater | INR 70,000 | INR 80,000 | INR 80,000 | INR 90,000 |
| 6/7/8 Seater | INR 70,000 | INR 80,000 | INR 80,000 | INR 90,000 |
| 4×2 Seater | INR 70,000 | - | INR 80,000 | - |
Studio apartments are only air-conditioned, and their hostel fee structure is given below.
| Seater Type | Charges with Early Decision Benefit Till May 15, 2026 | Charges without Early Decision Benefit |
|---|
| 4 Seater | INR 1 Lakhs | INR 1.10 Lakhs |
| 3 Seater | INR 1.20 Lakhs | INR 1.30 Lakhs |
| 2 Seater | INR 1.40 Lakhs | INR 1.50 Lakhs |
| 1 Seater | INR 1.90 Lakhs | INR 2 Lakhs |
LPU Mess Charges
LPU mess charges depend on the meal type and plan, and the stated range is INR 40k to INR 56k.
Campus Life - What It’s Actually Like
LPU is one of India's large campuses and has modern infrastructure, hostels, malls, gyms and event spaces. Campus life includes YouthVibe, One India, Spectra, coding clubs, theatre, entrepreneurship, sports, cultural events, debates, hackathons and dance activities.
Pros:
- Active student life with fests, clubs and competitions
- Good facilities such as WiFi, labs and sports spaces
- Exposure to a diverse student community
Cons:
- Large crowd can reduce personal attention
- Hostel and campus rules are strict
- The scale may feel overwhelming for some students
Reality: Campus life is active but not personalized because of the large scale.
LPU FAQs
Ques. Can students get a full scholarship at LPU?
Ans. Yes, LPU gives a 100% tuition fee waiver to student athletes or artists who have represented at state, national or international levels. Children of active army or defence personnel can also get a 100% scholarship through the Jai Jawan Scholarship for online UG and PG programmes.
Ques. Is MBBS available at LPU?
Ans. No, LPU does not offer MBBS. It offers other medical sciences courses such as B.Pharm, B.Sc Medical Lab and Technologies, BPT and B.Sc Medical Laboratory Sciences.
Ques. Are part-time jobs available for LPU students on campus?
Ans. Yes, LPU offers on-campus work options under its Earn as they Learn idea. Students may work as peer tutors, assistant physiotherapists and pharmacists, trainees, assistant technicians, dietitians and in other roles.
Ques. What support is given through the LPU Study Grant Scheme?
Ans. The LPU Study Grant Scheme gives financial help of INR 1 Lakh per enrolled student for higher education in institutions such as IITs, IIMs, NITs, IHMs, NLUs, AIIMS and NIFTs. LPU has given INR 6+ crores under this scheme. Students must qualify LPUNEST to apply.
Ques. How do LPU international collaborations help students?
Ans. LPU has alliances with international organisations and tie-ups with 149 international universities from 39 countries, including the US, UK, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and Switzerland.
Partner universities include the State University of New York, Newcastle University, Massey University, Heriot-Watt University and Brock University. These links support semester exchange, summer or winter exposure programmes, international credit transfer, international internships and master's abroad options.
Ques. Can a student change programme or specialisation after joining LPU?
Ans. Yes, LPU allows programme change or specialisation change in selected courses, usually in the early semesters. It depends on academic performance, seat availability and university rules.
Ques. Is LPU a good choice for students who want more than academics?
Ans. Yes, LPU can suit students whose goals go beyond only getting a job. The university supports students interested in:
- Entrepreneurship and startups
- Research and innovation
- Sports, arts and cultural pursuits
- Leadership and extracurricular development
This helps students work on personality and career growth along with their degree.
Ques. What does LPU offer to students who want to start a business?
Ans. LPU provides seed money to students, especially entrepreneurs, to help them start businesses while studying. Students can work on their businesses in the evening. The campus has a shopping mall where many shops are run by students, and the nearby Uni Hotel is run by Hotel Management students.
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