LPU NEST 2026 – Admission, Dates, Eligibility, Scholarship
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LPUNEST 2026 Overview
LPUNEST 2026 is the official entrance and scholarship test of Lovely Professional University. It is mandatory for admission into most UG and PG programs and also acts as a scholarship eligibility test.
- Online Remote Proctored Exam
- Scholarships up to 100%
- Admission to 150+ Programs
LPUNEST 2026 Exam Details
- Duration: 90–120 Minutes
- Language: English
- No Negative Marking
- Can be taken from home
Exam Pattern (B.Tech)
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| Physics | 25 |
| Chemistry | 25 |
| Mathematics/Biology | 25 |
| English | 15 |
Important Dates (Tentative)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | October 2025 |
| Slot Booking | Ongoing |
| Exam Date | Jan–March 2026 |
| Result | Within 3 days |
Eligibility Criteria
- B.Tech: 60% in 12th with PCM
- MBA: Graduation with 55%
- UG Programs: 50–60%
Courses Offered via LPUNEST
- B.Tech (CSE, AI, Data Science)
- MBA / BBA
- Design / Architecture
- Law Programs
- Science & Agriculture
Scholarship Details
| LPUNEST Score | Scholarship |
|---|---|
| Top 10% | Up to 100% |
| Next 20% | 50–75% |
| Merit Based | 25–50% |
LPU Placements
LPU has over 2000+ recruiters every year with packages reaching ₹60 LPA (international).
- Amazon
- Microsoft
- Infosys, TCS, Cognizant
FAQs – LPUNEST 2026
Is LPUNEST mandatory?
Yes, LPUNEST is compulsory for admission and scholarships.
Can I take LPUNEST multiple times?
Yes, candidates can appear multiple times to improve score.
Is LPUNEST difficult?
Difficulty level is moderate and based on qualifying exams.