Exam Detail

LPUNESTLovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test

  • Test Level-: National Level
  •     Eligibility-: 12th
  • Duration-:2 Hours 30 Minutes
  • Stream-: Science
  • Medium-: English
  • Examination Mode-: Both
  • Total Questions-: 120

LPUNEST 2024 Registration for Schedule 2 will remain open till February 15, 2024. Candidates can apply for the exam at the official website – nest.lpu.inThe slot booking for Schedule 2 began on February 3, 2024. The last date for slot booking is February 15, 2024. The exam is going to be conducted for Schedule I from January 20 to February 5, 2024 and Schedule II from February 15 to February 29, 2024.

LPUNEST 2024 will be conducted in online mode. There were 4 sections viz. Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology, and English in LPUNEST 2024 Question Paper. Each section holds 33% weightage of the total paper. 

LPUNEST 2024 Result will be released within 48 working hours of the exam date. Candidates can check the result at the official website. The last date for the admission is February 20, 2024 for Schedule 1 and March 15, 2024 for Schedule 2. 

What is LPUNEST?

LPUNEST 2024 is a university-level examination for admission in various courses like Engineering, Law, and MBA at Lovely Professional University. Based on the performance of the candidates in the exam, the university offers a scholarship of up to Rs 6.8 lakhs

LPUNEST 2024 Highlights

Exam Name

Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test

Abbreviation 

LPUNEST

Organizing Body

Lovely Professional University

Frequency of Conduct

Once a year

Level of the exam

University Level Exam

Languages

English

Total Registrants

About 70,000

Mode of Application

Offline / Online

Mode of Exam

Online

Mode of Counselling

Online

LPUNEST 2024 Courses Offered

Apart from conventional engineering streams, Lovely Professional University also offers a number of trend-setting streams/ majors for B.Tech courses. The various streams offered for the B.Tech course are:  

  • Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
  • Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Mechanical Engineering (ME)
  • ME - Mechatronics
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Automobile Engineering (AE)
  • Civil Engineering (CE)
  • Electrical Engineering (EE)
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
  • Biotechnology (BT)
  • Food Technology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering (CHE)
  • CHE - Petroleum

LPUNEST 2024 Eligibility Criteria

Candidates are advised to check LPUNEST 2024 eligibility criteria before they apply for the entrance exam. Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply for LPUNEST exam. Applicants must have completed or must be appearing in 2024, in the final examination of 10+ 2 from CBSE or ICSE or State Board or any other Council, Institution, college etc. 

The table below mentions the LPUNEST 2024 Eligibility Criteria for admissions to various courses offered at the university. 

LPUNEST Exam

Eligibility Requirements

Qualification Examination

Marks Required

Mandatory Subjects Required

B.Tech

10+2 or equivalent completed or appearing in 2023

60%

English, Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Biology or Biotechnology

Agriculture

10+2 or equivalent completed or appearing in 2023

60%

English, Physics, Chemistry, Maths or Biology or Agriculture

Design*

10+2 or equivalent completed or appearing in 2023

50%

English

Hotel Management*

10+2 or equivalent completed or appearing in 2023

50%

English

Law

Graduation from UGC recognized university or college

60%

--

MBA

Completed or appearing in the final semester of bachelor’s degree

55%

--

LLM

LLB

60%

--

LPUNEST 2024 Scholarships

LPUNEST 2024 is not only an entrance test but also a scholarship test. LPU grants scholarships based on various factors. Eligible candidates are awarded scholarships based on their performance on any of the following categories:

  • Eligibility Qualification
  • LPU’s Entrance and Scholarship Test: LPUNEST
  • Certain national level tests like JEE Mains, NEET, UCEED, CAT, MAT, GATE, GPAT, MAT etc.

Scholarship Brackets: For all the categories mentioned above, three brackets of Scholarship (Bracket 1, 2 and 3) are set. Each bracket has fixed criteria (scores required in the qualifying exam) that candidates must get to fall in that particular bracket. 

The criteria in each bracket will be lowered as it proceeds to the next brackets and the scholarship amount will also decrease. So, the students who fall into Bracket- 1 criteria will get the maximum scholarship as compared to the ones who are in Bracket 2 or 3 categories.

The Scholarship amount/ percentage will be differed based on the following table:

Phases

Bracket-1

Bracket-2

Bracket-3

Phase I

50% of course Fee

40% of course Fee

30% of course Fee

Phase II

45% of course Fee

35% of course Fee

25% of course Fee

Phase III

40% of course Fee

30% of course Fee

20% of course Fee

Phase IV*

35% of course Fee

25% of course Fee

20% of course Fee

LPUNEST 2024 Mock Tests

  • While preparing for any competitive exam, it is important to check your performance as well. Therefore, solving more LPUNEST Mock Tests is the best way to check your performance as the question papers are designed to make candidates familiar with the exam.
  • Candidates appearing for the first time in LPUNEST 2024 can get a clear understanding of the pattern and type of the question paper asked in the exam.
  • Mock tests help clear all the doubts related to the course content and act as good learning materials and help to revise the entire course.
  • Solving more LPUNEST sample papers and practice papers will help you in increasing your speed so that you can complete the real exam within the given time period.

CUET 2024 Marking Scheme

The total marks of the CUET exam vary based on the subjects chosen and the slot allotted to the candidate. The CUET 2024 marking scheme as per NTA is as follows:

  • For every correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5)
  • For any incorrect option marked will be deducted: one mark (-1)
  • Unanswered/Marked for Review will receive no mark (0).
  • If more than one option is found correct, Five marks (+5) will be awarded to those who have marked any of the correct options.
  • If all options are found correct, Five marks (+5) will be awarded to all those who have attempted the question.
  • If none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or dropped, all candidates who have attempted the dropped question will receive five marks (+5) marks.

 

LPUNEST 2024 Counselling

LPUNEST 2024 Counselling for each Schedule of the exam will be conducted online. For each round, seats will be allotted separately. Candidates will get seats as per the rank and preferred course and/ or program. 

  • Once the seats have been allotted, shortlisted candidates are suggested to download the allotment letter and pay an initial fee worth INR 15,000 as a confirmation to seat booking.
  • At this stage, shortlisted candidates are supposed to fill the admission form and upload all the required documents. Documents submitted along with the admission form will be verified on the dates mentioned by the conducting body, also, the candidates need to pay the balance fee.

Documents required at the time of counseling include:

  • Class 10 certificate
  • Pan card
  • Aadhaar card
  • 10+2 pass certificate

Rounds of Online Counselling

Update Online Seat Preferences

Result of Allotment

Date of Admission

Round I

February 8 to 10 2024

February 12, 2024

February

Current Schedule II :

Rounds of Online Counselling

Update Online Seat Preferences

Result of Allotment

Date of Admission

Round I

March 4 to 6, 2024

March 8, 2024

March 8 to 15, 2024

LPUNEST 2024 Registration 

  • Application form will be in a format that can be processed by Optical Mark Reader (OMR).
  • LPUNEST Kit consists of
    • University Information Brochure comprising details of Infrastructure, Global Character, Placements, Academics, Student services, Campus life etc.
    • LPUNEST Booklet comprising details of Programmes applicable, Eligibility, Fee and Scholarship, Schedule of Test, Question Paper Pattern, Test Cities etc.
  • Application fee once paid will not be refunded.

Application forms can be obtained and submitted using online and offline methods.

LPUNEST 2024 Registration Online:

Online Mode Visit admissions.lpu.in and complete the following steps:

Step 1: Sign Up– Register onto LPUADMIT(admission.lpu.in) with basic details (Name, Email ID, Mobile No., State, Gender and Password).
Step 2: Payment for LPUNEST Kit– The cost of LPUNEST Kit needs to be paid by the applicant as per his/ her choice.

Mode of Application

Fee (in INR)

Boys

Girls

Application Form and Soft copy of LPUNEST Kit

1000

500

Application Form and hard copy of LPUNEST Kit

1500

1000

The payment can be made using Online banking/ Credit card/ debit card/ UPI.
Step 3: General Information and Qualification details– The application form details like Aadhar card number, address details and qualification details need to be filled by the applicant.
Step 4: Exam Information– Applicant needs to book the slot (preferred venue (if applicable), date and time as per their choice) to appear in the LPUNEST Exam. Applicant can also download the hall ticket from the portal.

LPUNEST 2024 Registration Offline:

Offline Mode LPUNEST Kit may be obtained by the applicant from the University Campus or any other prescribed place by paying cash. Cost of Application form of LPUNEST Kit is Rs. 1000 (for Boys) and Rs. 500 (for Girls).

Once the applicant has obtained the LPUNEST Kit, application form can be submitted by one of the following methods:

1. Manual Application: Fill the full application form (OMR sheet) after reading all the instructions as specified under the head “Instructions for filling Application Form (OMR sheet)” and send it to the university in the self-addressed envelope on the following Address: Block 30, Room No 102, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar Delhi, GT Road, Phagwara, Punjab, India – 144411
Note: Incomplete application (For example: Declaration not signed) will not be processed. LPU does not take responsibility to inform these applicants. Such applicants will not be able to access the LPU Admit. Applicants are hence advised to duly fill the application form and dispatch it along with complete requisite documents in all respects.

2. Semi-Offline Application: In case applicant is unable to send the hard copy of application form (OMR Sheet), then applicant may scratch the Unique OMR code available on application form (OMR Sheet) and follow the below mentioned steps:

  1. Sign up on LPU ADMIT portal (admission.lpu.in)
  2. When prompted for payment, choose the option of Unique OMR Code (given on OMR Sheet)and fill the same.
  3. After successful submission of online application form, refer the step- 3 of Online Mode option as mentioned above

Note: Printout of the computer-generated application should be retained by the applicant for reference. All our correspondence including test centre booking and Hall Ticket details will be through email only. Therefore, the applicants are requested to get ready with valid email id and mobile number for contact. No separate communication will be done for the same.

For online application, Applicant should have Online Banking facility through Net banking/ Debit card/ Credit card/UPI/Payment wallets.

LPUNEST 2024 Syllabus

The complete LPUNEST 2024 syllabus for different courses is mentioned on the official website. Students can find detailed syllabus from the official website.

  • The question for LPUNEST 2024 MBA exam will be asked from English, General Awareness, and General Aptitude.
  • For B.Tech LPUNEST 2024, the syllabus from Class 12th will be asked. Candidates need to prepare for subjects like physics, chemistry, English, mathematics/biology.
  • In the Law exam, the topics will be picked from the Quantitative and Logical Aptitude, Legal Reasoning, Legal Reasoning and English.

Some of the important topics for the B.Tech LPUNEST 2024 exam are mentioned below:

Sections

Important Topics

Physics

law of motion; work, energy, and power, rotational motion, physics and measurement,kinematics, gravitation & oscillation of waves;properties of solid and liquids- 1, thermodynamics, kinetic theory of gases electrostatics-i & ii, current electricity, Magnetic effects of current and magnetism,Atoms and nuclei, dual nature of matter and radiationz, optics-i  & ii, electromagnetic induction and alternating currents, electronic devices-i &ii, electromagnetic waves, Communication systems, Experimental skilLS

Chemistry

Some Basics concept in Chemistry, Atomic Structure; States of Matter; Chemical Bonding and Molecular Structure

Thermodynamics; Solutions; Equilibrium, Redox Reactions and Electrochemistry, Chemical Kinetics; Surface Chemistry, Classification of Elements and Periodicity in Properties, General Principles and Process of Isolation of Metals, Hydrogen,  s - Block Elements (Alkali and Alkaline Earth Metals), p - Block Elements,  p - Block Elements, d – and f – Block Elements:

Co-ordination Compounds, Environmental Chemistry

Purification and Characterization of Organic Compounds,

Some Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry-I, Hydrocarbons,  Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen-I, Organic Compounds Containing Oxygen-II, Organic Compounds Containing Nitrogen, Polymers,  Practical Chemistry, Chemistry in Everyday Life, Bio Molecules, Stratospheric pollution - Formation and breakdown of ozone, depletion of ozone layer - its mechanism and effects.

Mathematics

Sets, Relations, Function, Limit and Continuity, Complex Numbers, Quadratic equations, Sequences and series,  Algebra; Matrices & Determinants; Vectors Algebra; Mathematical Reasoning; Permutation & Combination; Mathematic Induction, Binomial Theorem and its simple application, Derivatives, Application of Derivatives, Integral calculus (Part 1), Integral Calcus (Part 2), Definite integrals, Differential Equations, Coordinate geometry, Straight lines, Circles, Conic sections, Three dimensional geometry (Part 1 & 2), Statistics and Probability, Probability, Trigonometry, Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Biology

Diversity & Structural Organisation; Plant Physiology; Human Physiology; Reproduction; Genetics & Evolution, Biology, Biotechnology and Human Welfare, Ecology and Environment

English

Grammar, Associative Language Skills, Common Errors, Comprehension Passages.

 

LPUNEST 2024 Important Books

Some of the books that can be referred to while preparing for LPUNEST 2024 include:

Books

Author

Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations

R S Aggarwal

General Aptitude Theory and Practice

Anand Kumar, Ajay Kumar

Problems in Physical Chemistry

Narendra Awasthi

General Aptitude: Quantitative Aptitude & Reasoning

GKP

 

LPUNEST 2024 Preparation Tips

  • Study Strategically: The candidates must prepare a routine in such a way that all important topics are covered.
  • Through revision: Once you have covered all the topics, make sure that you get enough time for the revisions. It is important to revise all the chapters as it evokes one’s memory and makes them more familiar with the topics.
  • Basic knowledge of topics: Candidates having a basic knowledge of the topics required for the exam will score better in the exam as it will help them solve certain questions with ease and therefore save time on time-consuming questions.
  • Do last Years’ Question Papers: To score better in the exam, candidates must regularly solve previous years’ question papers as it will help them pinpoint the topics that have consistently been asked in previous years. Also, doing last year papers will help candidates to solve questions more efficiently within the limited time.
  • Attempt easy questions first: While giving the exam, try to do easy questions as it will boost your morale and a lot of time can be saved. Also, this way you will have more time in hand to solve those questions that take more time or are difficult.

LPUNEST 2024 Cut Off

LPUNEST 2024 Cutoff is the minimum score a candidate requires to be eligible for admission to Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test. For the academic year 2024-25, the cut-off marks for B.Tech courses can be judged based on the previous year cut-offs. The scholarship will also be awarded to those students who score more than or equal to the cutoff marks.

  • The minimum marks are set by the University and are based on a number of factors.
  • The cut-off is based on the number of applicants, number of vacant seats, average performance in the entrance test, and last year’s cut off. 
  • After the cut-off is declared, a Merit List will be prepared on the basis of the candidates’ score in the entrance test.

LPUNEST 2024 Result

LPUNEST 2024 Result for the schedule 2 exam will be announced after 48 hours of exam. The result includes the scores obtained by candidates in the exam based on which they will get ranks. Based on these ranks, shortlisted candidates will get a chance to participate in the counselling process.

How to Check LPUNEST 2024 Result?

  • Visit the official website and click on the link for LPUNEST 2024 Result.
  • Enter user ID and password
  • The result will be displayed on the screen
  • Download and take a print copy of the result for future use.

 

Detials of counselling and seat allocation
Current Schedule I :

Rounds of Online Counselling

Update Online Seat Preferences

Result of Allotment

Date of Admission

Round I

February 8 to 10 2024

February 12, 2024

February

Current Schedule II :

Rounds of Online Counselling

Update Online Seat Preferences

Result of Allotment

Date of Admission

Round I

March 4 to 6, 2024

March 8, 2024

March 8 to 15, 2024

LPUNEST 2024 Admit Card

LPUNEST 2024 admit card will be released only for those candidates who have successfully booked their slots for the exam. Candidates can download admit card 2024 immediately after completing their slot booking while candidates whose exam slot will be booked by the university, can download their admit card 48 hours after the slot booking.

The admit card includes all the important details like the candidate’s name, course, exam venue, exam date and time, and exam day guidelines. Admit card is a mandatory document that must be carried while going for the exam, candidates failing to show the admit card on the day of the exam will not be permitted to give the examination.

How to download LPUNEST 2024 Admit Card?

  • Book slots as per preference
  • After slot booking is done successfully, candidates can see the Admit card immediately
  • Cross-check details mentioned in the admit card and contact the authorities in case of any discrepancy
  • Download and take a printout of admit card displayed

Note: LPUNEST 2024 admit cards will not be sent to any candidate individually.