LPUNEST 2026 July Session Registration Begins; Check Last Date to Apply

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has opened registration for the LPUNEST 2026 July session. The online registration process began on July 1, 2026, while candidates can book their examination slots from July 3, 2026 onwards through the official portal at lpu.in/nest.

The LPUNEST 2026 examination is being conducted from July 6, 2026 onwards. Candidates must apply and book their slot at least three days before their preferred examination date.

LPUNEST stands for the LPU National Entrance and Scholarship Test. It functions as both an entrance examination and a scholarship qualifying test for admission to more than 150 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered by LPU.

Candidates can take the examination through the online remote-proctored mode from home or select the test-centre-based examination mode available across different Indian cities. Students seeking admission for the 2026–27 academic session should complete their registration and slot booking before the applicable deadline.

LPUNEST 2026 July Session Important Dates

For example, a candidate who wants to appear for the examination on July 25, 2026, must complete the application and book the slot on or before July 22, 2026.

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Programmes Covered Under LPUNEST 2026

LPUNEST provides admission and scholarship opportunities across more than 150 programmes at LPU. Major courses and streams covered under the examination include:

• B.Tech in Computer Science and allied specialisations
• MBA with industry-focused specialisations
• Undergraduate courses in Arts, Commerce and Science
• Postgraduate courses in Humanities and Management
• Undergraduate and postgraduate Law programmes
• Design, Hotel Management and Agriculture courses

For certain programmes, LPUNEST is compulsory for admission, while for some courses it is conducted only for scholarship consideration. Candidates must check the programme-specific admission requirements before applying.

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LPUNEST 2026 Application Fee and Payment Modes

Candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee while completing the registration process. The soft copy LPUNEST kit costs ₹1,000, while the printed kit costs ₹1,500.

The application fee can be paid through online payment methods, including:

• UPI
• Net banking
• Debit card
• Credit card

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How to Register for LPUNEST 2026 July Session?

Candidates can follow these steps to complete the LPUNEST 2026 registration and slot-booking process:

• Visit the official LPUNEST portal at lpu.in/nest.
• Click on the LPUNEST 2026 registration link.
• Create an account using a valid email address and mobile number.
• Enter the required personal and academic details.
• Select the preferred programme and examination mode.
• Upload the required documents in the prescribed format.
• Pay the applicable LPUNEST application fee.
• Book the preferred examination date and slot.
• Download and save the confirmation page for future reference.

Who Is Eligible for LPUNEST 2026?

The LPUNEST 2026 eligibility criteria vary according to the programme selected by the candidate. The general requirements are:

• B.Tech applicants must have passed Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
• MBA applicants must have completed graduation in any discipline from a recognised university.
• Undergraduate applicants must have passed Class 12 from a recognised board.
• Postgraduate applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline.

Candidates should verify the exact minimum marks, qualifying subjects and programme-specific eligibility conditions from the official LPU programme page before submitting their application.

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Action Plan for Candidates

• Visit lpu.in/nest and begin your LPUNEST 2026 registration today.
• Check eligibility for your target programme before applying.
• Keep Class 10 and 12 mark sheets and photo ID ready.
• Choose an exam mode and slot that suits you.
• Pay the application fee and confirm your booking.
• Start preparing with the official syllabus and sample papers.

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