Lovely Professional University in Jalandhar, Punjab, offers a three-year, full-time BBA in 12 specialisations, taught over six semesters. The university holds a NAAC A++ grade and ranked #31 among universities in NIRF 2025. You need 60% in Class 12 with English and a qualifying LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main score. The full fee without hostel is INR 5.07 Lakhs for the five Standard specialisations and INR 6.27 Lakhs for the seven Industry tie-up specialisations, which are taught with partners such as NSE Academy and ACCA. LPU does not publish placement figures for BBA alone. Across all its 3-year UG courses, the Class of 2025 had a median pay of INR 5 LPA and 60% of graduates were placed.
LPU BBA at a Glance
Particulars
Details
Course Duration
3 Years
Number of BBA Specialisations
12
Admission Through
LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main, then LPU counselling
Minimum Eligibility
60% in Class 12, with English
Total Fees
INR 5.07 Lakhs to INR 6.27 Lakhs
Standard Group Fees
INR 5.07 Lakhs
Hostel + Mess
INR 1,42,200 a year
Scholarship Available
Up to 50% of tuition, on LPUNEST or Class 12 marks
Median Package 2025
INR 5 LPA, all 3-year UG courses
Placement Rate 2025
60%
NIRF University Rank
#31 in 2025
NAAC Grade
A++
LPU BBA Fees
The fee without hostel is INR 5.07 Lakhs in the Standard group and INR 6.27 Lakhs in the Industry tie-up group. With hostel and mess, the Standard group comes to INR 9.34 Lakhs. You pay tuition every semester, and your specialisation decides which group you pay for. The examination fee is the same for every specialisation.
Fee head
Amount
How it is charged
Tuition fee, Standard group
INR 4.80 Lakhs
INR 80,000 a semester, 6 semesters
Tuition fee, Industry tie-up group
INR 6 Lakhs
INR 1 Lakh a semester, 6 semesters
Examination fee
INR 27,000
INR 4,500 a semester, 6 semesters
Hostel and mess
INR 4.27 Lakhs
INR 1,42,200 a year, 3 years
Total, no hostel, Standard group
INR 5.07 Lakhs
Tuition + examination fee
Total, no hostel, Industry tie-up group
INR 6.27 Lakhs
Tuition + examination fee
Total with hostel, Standard group
INR 9.34 Lakhs
Everything above for the Standard group
LPU BBA Admission Dates
LPUNEST 2027 registration is expected to open in Nov 2026, and classes are expected to start in Aug 2027. LPU has not published the 2027 calendar, so every date below is an estimate from the 2026 cycle. LPUNEST is held in phases, and the first phase gives the highest scholarship.
Event
Date
Status
LPUNEST 2027 registration, phase 1
Nov 2026 to Jan 2027
Tentative
LPUNEST phase 1 exam
Jan 2027 to Feb 2027
Tentative
Phase 1 result and counselling
Feb 2027
Tentative
Seat booking fee, phase 1
Feb 2027
Tentative
Later LPUNEST phases, exam and result
May 2027 to Jul 2027
Tentative
Last LPUNEST phase and counselling round
Aug 2027
Tentative
Reporting and document check
Aug 2027
Tentative
Classes start
Aug 2027
Tentative
LPU BBA Eligibility
You need 60% in Class 12 with English, or 55% if you are from the North-East, Sikkim, a Defence family or a Kashmiri Migrant family. You also need a qualifying LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main score. The same rule holds for all 12 specialisations.
Requirement
What you need
Class 12 marks
60% in all, with English
Relaxation
55% for the North-East, Sikkim, Defence wards and Kashmiri Migrants
Entrance score
A qualifying LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main score
Nationality for LPUNEST
Indian nationals only
LPU BBA Admission Process
You apply online, write LPUNEST or send a CUET or JEE Main score, and book your seat once your result is out. The university decides your scholarship from your score or your Class 12 marks. Your specialisation is fixed when you book the seat, so choose it before you pay.
Step
What you do
Apply online
Fill the LPU form and pick BBA and your specialisation.
Write LPUNEST
Take it online from home or at a test centre, or use CUET or JEE Main.
Get your result
LPUNEST results come within a day of each exam.
Book your seat
Pay the first amount to lock your seat and scholarship.
Report on campus
Bring originals for the document check before classes start.
LPU BBA Branches and Fees
The 12 specialisations cost INR 5.07 Lakhs or INR 6.27 Lakhs for the full course without hostel. Five are in the Standard group and seven in the Industry tie-up group, which is taught with partners such as NSE Academy, Paytm and ACCA. Each name below opens its own course page.
All 12 specialisations take LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main, as long as you have 60% in Class 12. LPU does not publish a closing score for any specialisation. LPUNEST also decides your scholarship, and high Class 12 marks can win one too.
Route
Who it is for
What it decides
LPUNEST
Every specialisation
Your seat and your scholarship
CUET
Every specialisation
Your seat, if you meet the 60% rule
JEE Main
Every specialisation
Your seat, if you meet the 60% rule
Class 12 marks
Every specialisation
Your scholarship, if your marks are high
LPU BBA Placements
In the Class of 2025, 985 of 1,649 graduates of LPU's 3-year UG courses were placed, which is 60%, at a median pay of INR 5 LPA. These figures cover every 3-year UG course, not BBA alone, because LPU does not publish a BBA-only figure. Another 463 graduates went for higher studies.
Metric
Value
Median pay, all 3-year UG courses
INR 5 LPA
Graduates placed
985 of 1,649
Placement rate
60%
Went for higher studies
463
Management recruiters, 2025
KPMG, Federal Bank, ICICI Bank, Broadridge, Aditya Birla
LPU BBA Scholarships
The biggest waiver is 50% of tuition, which LPU gives for a top LPUNEST score or 90% or more in Class 12. Lower LPUNEST scores get 30% or 40% of tuition off. The central government's scheme adds INR 12,000 a year if your family income is up to INR 4.5 Lakhs. LPU keeps the scholarship for the full course if you keep up your marks.
Scholarship
Who can get it
Amount or waiver
LPU scholarship, top level
A top LPUNEST score, or 90% or more in Class 12
50% of tuition
LPU scholarship, lower levels
A lower qualifying LPUNEST score
30% or 40% of tuition
Central Sector Scheme
Top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs
INR 12,000 a year
LPU BBA Ranking
NIRF 2025 ranked LPU #31 among universities and #44 in management, and NAAC gave it an A++ grade. The NIRF management rank is for the MBA, not the BBA. Collegedunia places LPU #133 of 350 in its management ranking.
Ranking body
Year
Rank or grade
NIRF, University
2025
#31
NIRF, Management
2025
#44
NAAC
Latest cycle
A++
Collegedunia, Management
Latest
#133 of 350
LPU BBA Hostel and Campus
A room for three with an air cooler costs INR 97,200 a year and the standard mess with four meals costs INR 45,000 a year. Together they come to INR 1,42,200 a year. Hostel is optional, and air-conditioned and single rooms cost more.
If you are not sure what you want, take the general course and pick a field later. If you want a partner certificate, pay the higher fee only for a field you like. Book in the first LPUNEST phase for the highest scholarship.
BBA Eligibility▾
Class 12 marks: 60% in all, with English. If you did not study English, an English-medium school counts.
Relaxation: 55% for students from the North-East and Sikkim, Defence wards and Kashmiri Migrant families.
Entrance score: A qualifying score in LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main.
Same rule, every specialisation: All 12 BBA courses use the same marks rule; only the fee differs by group.
LPUNEST: Only Indian nationals can take it, online from home or at a test centre.
BBA Admission Process▾
Apply online: Fill the LPU form and choose BBA and your specialisation.
Write LPUNEST: Take it in any phase, or send a CUET or JEE Main score instead.
Get your result: LPUNEST results come within a day of the exam, with your scholarship level.
Book your seat: Pay the first amount to lock your seat and scholarship. The first phase gives the highest scholarship.
Report on campus: Bring your original mark sheets for the document check before classes start.
BBA Admission Dates 2027
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The 2027 calendar is not out. These estimates hold for every specialisation.
Tentative
Nov 2026 to Jan 2027
LPUNEST 2027 registration, phase 1
Expected in the same months as last year. Phase 1 gives the highest scholarship.
Tentative
Jan 2027 to Feb 2027
LPUNEST phase 1 exam
Online from home or at a test centre, as in 2026.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Phase 1 result and counselling
In 2026 the result came on 8 Feb and counselling began the same day.
Tentative
Feb 2027
Seat booking fee, phase 1
Pay it to lock your seat and your scholarship level.
Tentative
May 2027 to Jul 2027
Later LPUNEST phases, exam and result
Expected in May, June and July, as in 2026.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Last LPUNEST phase and counselling round
In 2026 the last phase was held from 4 Aug to 20 Aug.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Reporting and document check
Bring your original mark sheets and ID.
Tentative
Aug 2027
Classes start
Every specialisation starts in the same week.
Source: the LPUNEST 2026 schedule, used as the base for 2027.
Lovely Professional University BBA Fees 2027
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This is the full 3-year cost. Tuition differs by branch group: tap yours.
Fee group
Tuition fee, Standard group
Per semester × 6, INR 80,000 a semester
INR 4.80 Lakhs
Tuition fee, Industry tie-up group
Per semester × 6, INR 1 Lakh a semester
INR 6 Lakhs
Examination fee
Per semester × 6, INR 4,500 a semester
INR 27,000
Add hostel + mess
Hostel and mess
Per year × 3, INR 1,42,200 a year
INR 4.27 Lakhs
Total course fee
INR 5.07 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + examination fee, Standard group, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 9.34 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + examination fee + hostel and mess, Standard group
Total course fee
INR 6.27 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + examination fee, Industry tie-up group, hostel not added
Total course fee
INR 10.54 Lakhs
3 years · tuition + examination fee + hostel and mess, Industry tie-up group
Education loan EMI
INR 8,548
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
99%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 15,748
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
54%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 10,572
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
80%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Education loan EMI
INR 17,771
7 yr · 10.5% per year
ROI
47%
median first-year pay INR 5 LPA, all 3-year UG courses, vs the full fee
Source: LPU programme fee page, admission 2026.
Which BBA specialisations will your marks get you at LPU?
Pick your group and Class 12 marks. The minimum changes with the group.
Your group
Your Class 12 marks
Your Class 12 marks
General rule · Class 12 marks 90% or more
Yes, you are in: Standard, Industry tie-up. Marks of 90% or more also count for the top scholarship of 50% of tuition.
General rule · Class 12 marks 60% to 89.9%
Yes, you are in: Standard, Industry tie-up. You meet the 60% rule. Your LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main score decides the scholarship.
General rule · Class 12 marks 55% to 59.9%
Not this year: Standard, Industry tie-up. The rule is 60%. The 5% relaxation is only for the groups on the other chip.
General rule · Class 12 marks below 55%
Not this year: Standard, Industry tie-up. Your marks are below the minimum for every BBA course here.
5% relaxation · Class 12 marks 90% or more
Yes, you are in: Standard, Industry tie-up. Marks of 90% or more also count for the top scholarship of 50% of tuition.
5% relaxation · Class 12 marks 60% to 89.9%
Yes, you are in: Standard, Industry tie-up. You meet the 60% rule. Your LPUNEST, CUET or JEE Main score decides the scholarship.
5% relaxation · Class 12 marks 55% to 59.9%
Yes, you are in: Standard, Industry tie-up. The 5% relaxation takes your minimum down to 55%.
5% relaxation · Class 12 marks below 55%
Not this year: Standard, Industry tie-up. Your marks are below the minimum for every BBA course here.
EDITOR'S NOTE
LPU does not publish a closing score for any BBA specialisation. The Class 12 rule decides entry, and your entrance score or marks decide the scholarship. Book in the first phase, because later phases give less.
Lovely Professional University BBA Scholarship Calculator
Answer two questions to see what you can claim on the Standard group.
Category
Annual family income
Scholarships you missedYou do not qualify on your answers. Tap to see why.▾
Each chip below says which answer blocked the scheme.
LPU scholarship, top level
INR 2.40 Lakhs
Lovely Professional University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: a top LPUNEST score, or 90% or more in Class 12Apply by Feb 2027
Not eligible on your answers
LPU scholarship, lower level
INR 1.44 Lakhs
Lovely Professional University
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: a lower qualifying LPUNEST scoreApply by Aug 2027
Not eligible on your answers
Central Sector Scheme
INR 36,000
Ministry of Education, through NSP
Paid every year for the full course if you keep passing.
Who qualifies: top 20 percentile in Class 12, family income up to INR 4.5 Lakhs a yearApply by Oct 2027
Not eligible on your answers
No scheme matches these answers. Ask the college about paying in parts and about education loans.
Estimated total waiver
INR 36,000
Your net course fee: INR 4.71 Lakhs
Estimated total waiver
INR 0
Your net course fee: INR 5.07 Lakhs
Lovely Professional University BBA vs similar colleges
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Lovely Professional University
Jalandhar
Compared with
Chandigarh University
Mohali, Punjab
Compared with
Chitkara University
Rajpura, Punjab
Compared with
Amity University
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Compared with
SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Total feeslowest course, no hostel
INR 5.07 Lakhs
Standard group
INR 7.25 Lakhs
INR 2.18 Lakhs more
INR 4.58 Lakhs
INR 49,000 less
INR 5.34 Lakhs
INR 27,000 more
INR 5.40 Lakhs
INR 33,000 more
SpecialisationsBBA courses on offer
12
in two fee groups
1
11 fewer
11
1 fewer
17
5 more
4
8 fewer
Student reviewsBBA reviews on Collegedunia
234
rated 4.0
151
83 fewer
21
213 fewer
81
153 fewer
46
188 fewer
Collegedunia rankmanagement ranking
#133
of 350
#112
21 places higher
#135
2 places lower
#88
45 places higher
Not published
Median paylatest batch
INR 5 LPA
all 3-year UG courses
Not published
Not published
Not published
Not published
In short
Chandigarh University costs more because its BBA is a four-year honours course with one specialisation. If you want a choice of fields in three years, LPU gives you 12.
In short
Chitkara charges less for its lowest course and offers 11 specialisations, but has fewer reviews to read. If fee comes first for you, compare its course list with the LPU Standard group.
In short
Amity ranks higher on Collegedunia and has more specialisations, but its lowest course costs a little more. If rank matters most, look at Amity; if fee matters more, LPU costs less.
In short
SRM costs a little more for its lowest course and offers four specialisations. If you want more fields to choose from, LPU has more.
FAQs on Lovely Professional University BBA
Straight answers to what students ask before they decide.
Is BBA at LPU worth the fee?▾
It can be, if you choose the course with care. The full fee without hostel is INR 5.07 Lakhs in the Standard group, and LPU's 3-year UG graduates had a median pay of INR 5 LPA in 2025. At that pay you could earn the fee back in about a year of work. Check the ROI tile in the fee block before you decide.
Which BBA specialisation should I pick at LPU?▾
Pick the field you want to work in, not the name that sounds new. If you are unsure, the general course keeps your options open at the lower fee. If you already like finance, data or marketing, a tie-up course adds a partner certificate. Read the specialisation cards above before you book.
Should I pay more for an Industry tie-up course?▾
Only if you want that field and its certificate. The tie-up courses cost INR 6.27 Lakhs against INR 5.07 Lakhs for the Standard group over 3 years. LPU does not publish placement figures by specialisation, so the higher fee does not promise higher pay. Ask the counselling desk what the partner certificate includes.
Will I get a job after BBA at LPU?▾
Many students do, but LPU does not publish a BBA-only figure. Across all its 3-year UG courses, 60% of the Class of 2025 were placed at a median pay of INR 5 LPA. Recruiters for management students included KPMG, ICICI Bank and Federal Bank. Build your skills and internships from year 1.
Who should skip BBA at LPU?▾
Skip it if you have less than 60% in Class 12 and no relaxation, because you will not meet the rule. Also skip a tie-up course if the extra fee is hard for your family, since the Standard group costs INR 5.07 Lakhs. Check your marks in the checker above.
Is BBA at LPU good for an MBA later?▾
Yes, a BBA is a common first step before an MBA. You study marketing, finance and HR basics, which help in CAT and MAT preparation and in MBA classes. If an MBA is your plan, the general course at the lower fee is often enough. Save the fee difference for your MBA.
Should I wait a year for a better college?▾
Only if your marks or entrance scores can clearly improve. LPU takes students with 60% in Class 12 and a qualifying score, so a seat will likely be there next year too. Waiting costs you a year of work or study. If LPU fits your budget, take the seat in the first phase for the best scholarship.
Is Tourism a good choice at LPU?▾
Think carefully first. The Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management course is rated 1.0 on Collegedunia, the lowest of any BBA course here. It suits you only if you want hotel, travel or event work and accept shift hours. Read the student reviews before you book.
How do I get admission to BBA at LPU?▾
Apply online and write LPUNEST, or send a CUET or JEE Main score. You need 60% in Class 12 with English. Once your result is out, book your seat by paying the first amount, then report with your documents before classes start.
Is the fee the same for every specialisation?▾
No. The Standard group costs INR 5.07 Lakhs and the Industry tie-up group costs INR 6.27 Lakhs for 3 years without hostel. Both include the examination fee. Tap your group in the fee block above to see its total with hostel.
How much scholarship can I get at LPU?▾
Up to 50% of tuition, if you get a top LPUNEST score or 90% or more in Class 12. Lower LPUNEST scores get 30% or 40% of tuition off. The first phase gives the highest amount, so apply early and use the calculator above.
What is the hostel and mess fee at LPU?▾
A room for three with an air cooler and the standard mess together cost INR 1,42,200 a year. Over 3 years that comes to INR 4.27 Lakhs. Air-conditioned and single rooms cost more, so check the room list before you book.
Can I get my fee back if I leave the seat?▾
Partly, depending on the date. In the 2025 rules, LPU kept a small fee up to mid-July, then 10%, 20% and 50% of the term fee through August and early September. After 15 Sep there was no refund. Read the refund table before you pay.
Lovely Professional University (LPU) offers a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program with a streamlined admission process. A minimum of 50% in the 12th grade with English is required. Application fees are ‚Ç?1000 for boys and ‚Ç?500 for girls, and the process includes the LPUNEST entrance exam, which also offers scholarship opportunities. LPU's expansive 600-acre campus provides extensive facilities and an industry-focused curriculum. The university is globally recognized and has a strong placement record, with the highest package reaching ‚Ç?64 LPA domestically and ‚Ç?3 crores internationally.
In 2023, over 1,050 companies visited, offering 6,645 job opportunities. The average package is around ‚Ç?10 LPA, with top recruiters like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. The fee structure ranges from ‚Ç?80,000 to ‚Ç?120,000 per semester, with examination fees between ‚Ç?3,000 to ‚Ç?4,500. Scholarships based on LPUNEST and academic performance can reduce tuition fees by 10% to 50%, with some students receiving up to 100% scholarships. Additional financial support includes financial aid and on-campus part-time jobs.
For integrated programs like BBA+MBA, fees can reach up to ‚Ç?8 lakhs, but scholarships may significantly lower the cost. LPU offers various scholarship categories, including those for athletes and physically disabled students. The faculty at LPU consists of PhD holders, with a student-to-faculty ratio of about 1:42. Courses are updated regularly, and the examination structure includes midterms and finals. The campus hosts approximately 35,000 students in its hostel area. Faculty members are approachable and supportive, providing additional resources to enhance student learning.
Despite some concerns about teaching effectiveness, the overall passing rate has improved, with a notable 91.29% in 2018-2019. LPU also provides investment for student startups and extensive internship opportunities, with stipends ranging from ‚Ç?10,000 to ‚Ç?30,000.
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aafiya yadgir
May 4, 2024 15:58
What is the last date for LPUNEST Phase 2 Registration for BTech?
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Ashish Ramtari
May 6, 2024 08:05
The last date to apply and book slot for examination will be three days before the conduct of the LPUNEST Examination. The results of the examination will be released within 48 working hours.
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ashim saikia
Apr 9, 2023 23:15
process to get seat in MPT in sports
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Sinbad Chongtham
Apr 17, 2023 21:54
Lovely Professional University offers MPT program with three specializations. They are Cardiopulmonary, Neurology and Orthopedics. Admission to these programs is based on the merit of LPUNEST followed by counseling. Students seeking admission in MPT programs must have a BPT degree with at least 60% marks from a recognized university.
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puligari archana
Mar 10, 2023 11:55
What is the process to get seat in PhD foresenic science?
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Krishan Kumar
Mar 10, 2023 14:55
To get admission to P.hD in Forensic Sciences, you must have completed Post Graduation in relevant field with a valid score in LPUNEST exam.
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anamika singh
Oct 1, 2022 13:23
Sir I'm doing my 2 year but I want to take transfer to this college is it possible?
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Kirti S
Oct 4, 2022 14:26
You can contact the administrative department of your college by talking to them about the same. They will guide you whether it is possible or not. If possible, then procedure will also be shared by them.
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raju kumar
Aug 22, 2022 19:30
I have completed diploma in computer science engineering from bihar,,, I want to get admission In LPU for Lateral entry B-tech ,,I'm eligible or not ,please tell me
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Sinbad Chongtham
Aug 26, 2022 17:48
Yes, since you have completed a Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering you can apply for lateral entry in the B.Tech CSE course of LPU. You will be granted direct admission if you have scored 90% marks or above in the diploma degree, otherwise admission is based on the merit of LPUNEST.
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himanshi upadhyay
Aug 13, 2022 15:03
Meri 12 th hogyi h mujhe one year k diploma krna chahti hu fashion designing m is it available or not?
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Sinbad Chongtham
Aug 16, 2022 18:09
LPU does not any one-year diploma courses in Fashion Designing. However, the university offers a three-years Diploma in Fashion Designing course that can be pursued right after passing Class X examination.
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The last date to apply and book slot for examination will be three days before the conduct of the LPUNEST Examination. The results of the examination will be released within 48 working hours.
Lovely Professional University offers MPT program with three specializations. They are Cardiopulmonary, Neurology and Orthopedics. Admission to these programs is based on the merit of LPUNEST followed by counseling. Students seeking admission in MPT programs must have a BPT degree with at least 60% marks from a recognized university.
To get admission to P.hD in Forensic Sciences, you must have completed Post Graduation in relevant field with a valid score in LPUNEST exam.
You can contact the administrative department of your college by talking to them about the same. They will guide you whether it is possible or not. If possible, then procedure will also be shared by them.
Yes, since you have completed a Diploma in Computer Science and Engineering you can apply for lateral entry in the B.Tech CSE course of LPU. You will be granted direct admission if you have scored 90% marks or above in the diploma degree, otherwise admission is based on the merit of LPUNEST.
LPU does not any one-year diploma courses in Fashion Designing. However, the university offers a three-years Diploma in Fashion Designing course that can be pursued right after passing Class X examination.