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The Lovely Professional University (LPU) conducts the National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) for admission to various programmes in LPU and Scholarship assistance.
The test is designed to assess candidates' knowledge and aptitude for the selected course.
- The exam pattern of LPUNEST is different for different courses.
- Based on the chosen course, the duration of the exam can vary from 90 to 150 minutes.
- There are, in general, 3 or 4 sections in each paper with a maximum marks of 100 to 400.
There is no negative marking for incorrect answers, while 1 to 4 marks are awarded for correct answers based on the marking scheme of the chosen course.
The LPUNEST registration and slot booking for the exam are live. Check, LPU official website and collegedunia for the latest updates.
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Key Summary
In this article, we will discuss about the LPUNEST 2026 Exam Pattern, Course-wise question paper pattern, Marking scheme, recommended books and preparation tips.
- The Lovely Professional University is conducting the National Entrance and Scholarship Exam (LPUNEST-2026) for 150+ programmes.
- The LPUNEST-2026 allows candidates to choose between a Remotely Proctored Online Exam or an Exam Centre-Based Exam.
- The Test will be conducted from 20th January, 2026 to 5th February, 2026 for the Centre-based Test.
- The same will be conducted from 10th January, 2026 to 5th February for the Remotely Proctored Online Test.
- The Result will be announced on 8th Feb, and counselling will start afterwards.
LPUNEST Exam Pattern
As mentioned earlier, the exam pattern for different courses is different in LPUNEST 2026. Here is a general overview of the same. (The detailed course-wise exam pattern is discussed below.)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode of Examination | Both online and offline |
| Number of Sections | 3 to 4, depending on the chosen course |
| Duration | 90 Minutes to 150 Minutes |
| Types of Questions | MCQs and Fill in the Blanks (in some courses) |
| Number of Questions | 100 (in most courses) |
| Negative Marking | No negative marking |
| Exam Location | Remote or Centre-based, both options available |
Course-wise Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme LPUNEST 2026
LPUNEST-2026 B.Tech
- Candidates have to select four subjects- English, Physics and Chemistry are mandatory subjects.
- The fourth subject can be either Biology or Mathematics.
- The Duration of the examination is 150 minutes (2:30 hours).
- No Negative Marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The Maximum Mark for the paper will be 400.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks per Question | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | 25 | 4 marks | 100 marks |
| Physics | 25 (20 MCQs + 5 Fill in the Blanks) | 4 marks | 100 marks |
| Chemistry | 25 (20 MCQs + 5 Fill in the Blanks) | 4 marks | 100 marks |
| Mathematics | 25 (20 MCQs + 5 Fill in the Blanks) | 4 marks | 100 marks |
| Biology | 25 | 4 marks | 100 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 B.A. L.L.B. (Hons.)
- There are four subjects (all mandatory).
- The Duration of the examination is 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- No Negative Marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- There will be 80 objective-type MCQs, for a maximum mark of 100.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| Quantitative and Logical Aptitude | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Legal Reasoning | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| General Awareness | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 MBA
- There are four subjects (all mandatory).
- The Duration of the examination is 150 minutes (2:30 hours).
- No Negative Marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- There will be 80 objective-type MCQs of 5 marks each.
- The Maximum Mark for the paper will be 400.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension | 30 [15 Comprehension ( 3 reading comprehension with 5 MCQs each) + 15 MCQs of Verbal Ability] | 150 marks |
| Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning | 20 | 100 marks |
| General Awareness | 10 | 50 marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 20 | 100 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 M.Sc. Agriculture Programmes
- Candidates have to select two subjects- English is compulsory.
- You have to choose one subject among Agriculture, Food Science and Technology, and Nutrition and Dietetics.
- No Negative Marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The Duration of the exam will be 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- The paper will have 75 objective-type MCQs and a maximum mark of 100.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 (1 mark each) | 25 marks |
| Agriculture | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 marks |
| Food Science and Technology | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 marks |
| Nutrition and Dietetics | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 B.Sc.(Design)
- All Subjects in this paper are compulsory.
- No Negative Marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The Exam will be conducted in two parts- 60 objective-type MCQs of 1 mark each in 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- The second part will have 1 subjective question of 40 marks to be completed in 60 minutes (1 hour).
- The combined maximum mark for both papers is 100.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Quantitative Aptitude and Analytical Reasoning | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| Communication Ability and Comprehension | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| General Knowledge and Current Affairs | 10 (1 mark each) | 10 marks |
| Design Thinking | 10 (1 mark each) | 10 marks |
- A separate Creative Ability Test (CAT) will be conducted for admission to this course.
- It will consist of 1 subjective question of 40 marks on Design.
- The duration will be 60 minutes.
LPUNEST-2026 B.Sc (Hotel and Hospitality Management)
- There will be 5 subjects in this paper ( all mandatory)
- No negative marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- There will be 85 objective-type MCQs with a total maximum mark of 100.
- The duration of the exam will be 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 (1 mark each) | 25 marks |
| Aptitude for Service Sector | 15 (1 mark each) | 15 marks |
| General Awareness | 15 (1 mark each) | 15 marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude | 15 (1.5 marks each) | 22.5 marks |
| Reasoning and Logical Ability | 15 (1.5 marks each) | 22.5 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 Other UG Courses
- English is compulsory for all candidates.
- Candidates have to choose two other subjects from the available options.
- No negative marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The duration of the exam will be 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- The questions will be of the objective type MCQ, with a maximum marks of 100.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| Physics | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Chemistry | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Mathematics | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Biology | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Accountancy | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Business Studies | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Economics | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Computer Science | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| History | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Sociology | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Psychology | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Geography | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Agriculture | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Physical Education | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Political Science | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Public Administration | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
| Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| General Awareness | 40 (1 mark each) | 40 marks |
LPUNEST-2026 Other PG Courses
- English is compulsory for all candidates.
- Candidates have to choose any one subject from the available options.
- Candidates applying for M.A. Clinical Psychology (RCI Approved) must choose Psychology as their optional subject.
- No negative marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The duration of the exam will be 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- The questions will be of the objective type MCQ, with a maximum marks of 100.
| Subject | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 25 (1 mark each) | 25 marks |
| Commerce | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Economics | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| English (Literature) | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Fashion Design | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Fine Arts | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| General Aptitude and General Awareness | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Geography | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| History | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Hotel Management | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Architecture | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Interior and Product Design | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Journalism and Film Production | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Law | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Mathematics | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Multimedia and Animation | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Music | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Physical Education | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Planning | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Political Science | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Psychology | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Public Administration | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
| Sociology | 50 (1.5 marks each) | 75 |
LPUNEST-2026 Diploma
- English is compulsory for all candidates.
- Candidates have to choose two other subjects from the available options.
- No negative marking for incorrect answers or unattempted questions.
- The duration of the exam will be 90 minutes (1:30 hours).
- The questions will be of the objective type MCQ, with a maximum marks of 100.
| Subjects | Number of Questions | Maximum marks per Subject |
|---|---|---|
| English | 20 (1 mark each) | 20 marks |
| Mathematics | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Reasoning Aptitude | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
| General Knowledge | 40 (1 marks each) | 40 marks |
| Science | 20 (2 marks each) | 40 marks |
Check: LPUNEST-2026 Syllabus
LPUNEST-2026 Preparation Tips
- Practise Previous Year Questions. It will help you familiarise the exam pattern, important topics. Analysis of your performance will help to overcome the weaknesses.
- Make a strategic plan according to your strengths and weaknesses, and follow a suitable time-table for your studies.
- Revise all the important topics and practise Quantitative aptitude and reasoning, keep reading General Knowledge, as it is part of most of the UG papers.
- Try to do meditation. It will improve your concentration and overall efficiency.
LPUNEST 2025 Recommended Books
Recommended Books for LPUNEST-2026 Chemistry
| Sections | Book Name | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Chemistry | Physical Chemistry | Peter Atkins |
| Inorganic Chemistry | Concise Inorganic Chemistry | JD Lee |
| Organic Chemistry | Organic Chemistry | David Klein |
Recommended Books for LPUNEST-2026 Physics
| Sections | Book Name | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Physics | Concepts of Physics | HC Verma |
| Electricity & Magnetism | Understanding Physics | DC Pandey |
| Questions | Concepts of Physics: Part 2 | HC Verma |
Recommended Books for LPUNEST 2025 Mathematics
| Sections | Book Name | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Maths XI | Maths XI | RD Sharma |
| Maths XII | Maths XII | RD Sharma |
| Maths XI | Maths XI | RS Agarwal |
| Maths XII | Maths XII | RS Agarwal |
FAQs
Ques. What are the courses for which LPUNEST-2026 will be conducted?
Ans. LPUNEST-2026 will be conducted for admission and scholarships for over 150+ programmes. It includes B.Tech, MBA, B.A.,L.L.B., B.Sc., M.Sc., Etc.
Ques. Which subjects are compulsory for B.Tech program?
Ans. English, Physics and Chemistry are compulsory subjects, while either one between mathematics and biology can be chosen as 4th subject.
Ques. What is the mode of examination for LPUNEST-2026?
Ans. The LPUNEST-2026 will be conducted in remotely proctored online mode and centre-based test in offline mode also.
Ques. Do all subjects carry equal weightage in LPUNEST-2026?
Ans. NO, the marking scheme for different subjects is different for LPUNES-2026. For every correct answer, marks can range from 1 to 5 based on the subject and course applied.
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