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Lovely Professional University (LPU)

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Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar-Delhi G.T. Road, Phagwara, Punjab (India) β€” 144411
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2026 Batch Admissions OpenLPUNEST Phase 2 Active

Lovely Professional University (LPU) Admission 2026 Process & Eligibility

LPU admission 2026 is primarily based on the university's own entrance and scholarship test β€” LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test), conducted in online remote-proctored mode as well as at test centres across India. LPUNEST is mandatory for most UG and PG programmes, and also determines the scholarship amount. LPU also accepts national-level exam scores such as JEE Main, CUET, CAT, MAT, XAT, NATA, CLAT, GATE, and GPAT for admission and scholarships. Scholarships at LPU can reach up to INR 8.40 Lakhs per student based on LPUNEST performance.

Important Dates & Deadlines (LPUNEST 2026 Sessions)

Admission EventSchedule / DateStatus
Phase 5 β€” Online Registration Starts1st August 2026 onwardsActive
Phase 5 β€” Last date to apply & book slot15th August 2026Active
Phase 5 β€” Dates of Entrance Examination4th August onwardsActive
Phase 5 β€” Last Date of Admission20th August 2026Upcoming
PhD Schedule 2 β€” Last date of Registration5th July 2026Closed
PhD Schedule 2 β€” Dates of Entrance Test10th & 12th July 2026Closed
PhD Schedule 2 β€” Result of LPUNEST (PhD)15th July 2026Closed
PhD Schedule 2 β€” Last Date of Admission10th August 2026Active

Step-by-Step LPUNEST 2026 Admission Flow

1Step 1 of 6

Online Registration

Create an account on the LPUADMIT portal at admission.lpu.in. Enter personal details, contact information, and select the desired program.

2Step 2 of 6

Application Form Submission

Fill out the detailed LPU application form. Provide academic history and upload a recent photograph and signature.

3Step 3 of 6

Application Fee Payment

Pay the LPUNEST application fee of INR 1,000 for the soft-copy LPUNEST Kit or INR 1,500 for the printed kit, via credit card, debit card, net banking, or UPI.

4Step 4 of 6

Slot Booking

Log in to the portal and book a preferred date and time for the LPUNEST examination β€” remote proctored exam or test centre-based exam.

5Step 5 of 6

Appear for LPUNEST

Take the LPUNEST exam on the scheduled date (150 minutes, MCQ-based, no negative marking). Result declared within 24-48 hours.

6Step 6 of 6

Online Counselling & Seat Allotment

Fill in preferences for desired specialisation or campus. LPU allocates seats based on LPUNEST rank, preferences, and seat availability.

7Step 7 of 6

Admission Confirmation & Fee Payment

Secure the allotted seat by paying the initial admission fee of INR 10,000 (adjusted against first semester fee). Upload all mandatory academic documents for verification.

Programme-Wise Eligibility Rules

B.Tech: 10+2 with 60% aggregate; PCM compulsory (PCB for Biotech / Food Tech / Biomedical) + LPUNEST or JEE Main.
BBA / BCA / B.Com / B.Des / B.Arch / BA LLB / BBA LLB: 10+2 with 50% aggregate + LPUNEST or CUET / CLAT / NATA / UCEED.
B.Pharm: 10+2 with 60% aggregate; PCB compulsory + LPUNEST or NEET.
B.Sc (Hons.): 10+2 with 60% aggregate in PCM/PCB + LPUNEST.
MBA: Bachelor's degree with 50% aggregate + LPUNEST or CAT / MAT / XAT / CMAT / NMAT / GMAT (+ GD/PI & Video Essay).
M.Tech: BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline with 55% aggregate + GATE or LPUNEST.
MCA: Graduation with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level, 55% aggregate + LPUNEST or NIMCET or CUET-PG.
M.Sc: B.Sc in relevant subject with 50%–60% aggregate + LPUNEST or CUET-PG or JAM.
LLM: LLB with 55% aggregate + LPUNEST or CLAT-PG.
PhD: Master's degree with 55% aggregate + LPUNEST (PhD) or NET / JRF / GATE / equivalent + Interview.

Mandatory Documents Checklist

Class 10 Marksheet and Passing Certificate
Class 12 Marksheet and Passing Certificate (or appearing letter)
Bachelor's degree marksheet and provisional certificate (for PG applicants)
LPUNEST Admit Card and Scorecard, or scorecard of accepted national exam (JEE Main, CAT, MAT, CUET, NATA, etc.)
Aadhaar Card or Passport / PAN as photo identity
Transfer Certificate / School Leaving Certificate from the last institution attended
Migration Certificate (mandatory if changing education board)
Character Certificate from the head of the previous institution
Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) for any reservation or fee waiver claim
Defence personnel / Kashmiri migrant / disability certificate, if claiming relaxation
Recent passport-size photographs (10–15 colour copies on light background)
Income certificate (only for need-based financial aid)

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