LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test) is the single-window entrance and scholarship exam which is used by Lovely Professional University (LPU) for admission to a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and diploma programmes, including Engineering, Management, Law, Agriculture, Hotel Management and many more. Aspiring candidates are required to apply by 15th May, 2026, to be considered for Phase-IV admissions and scholarship assessment.
The admission process for the 2026 academic session is currently in its peak phase. Candidates who are planning to join LPU this year must take note of the following deadlines:
Note: LPU runs multiple phases/schedules for LPUNEST across the year; hence, candidates can also check LPU’s official LPUNEST pages for phase-wise test windows and result timelines for specific programmes.
Application Fee:
NOTE: Complete both registration and slot booking before 15th May, 2026.
Feature
Details
Mode
Computer-Based Test (CBT)
Duration
150 Minutes
Total Marks
400 - 500 (Depending on course)
Negative Marking
None
Sections
Physics, Chemistry, English, and Maths/Biology
Eligibility: For most undergraduate technical courses, candidates must have completed Class 12 with at least 60% aggregate marks (subjects vary by stream). For MBA programs, graduation with 55% or a valid score in national tests like CAT/MAT is generally required.
Scholarships and fees
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