LPUNEST 2026 Round 2 MBA Admission Schedule For 2026 Released; Exam Scheduled on February 10

Content Writer | Updated On - Jan 28, 2026

LPU has announced the admission schedule for the LPUNEST for its MBA program. Interested candidates can apply through the official website. Check the complete details related to LPUNEST 2026 below.

LPU NEST 2026 Admission schedule released

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has officially released the Round 2 schedule for Master of Business Administration (MBA) admissions through the LPUNEST 2026 (Lovely Professional University National Entrance & Scholarship Test).

Read more: LPU Courses & Fees 2026

Registrations for the MBA program at LPU are now open, and applicants can start booking their online exam slots from February 5, 2026. The entrance exam will be conducted from February 10, 2026, onwards.

The LPUNEST test serves as the admission gateway for MBA programs at Lovely Professional University, and it also allows candidates to avail merit-based scholarships depending on their performance. The admission to the MBA program at LPU is based on LPUNEST and an interview.

LPUNEST 2026 Admission Dates For MBA

Event	Current Schedule
Online Registration Starts On	26th January 2026
Slot Booking for Online Examination	5th February 2026 onwards
Dates of Entrance Examination	10th February 2026 onwards
Last Date to Upload Video Essay	Exam date + 1 day. For example: If a candidate has appeared for the exam on 23rd February, the last date to upload Video Essay is 24th February 2026
Display of Result	Within 48 working hours
Slot Booking and Date for Interview	A candidate can opt for any preferred interview slot within 2–7 days after the declaration of LPUNEST result. For example, if the result is declared on 25th February 2026, the interview can be scheduled on any day between 27th February to 4th March 2026
Result for Interview	Within 24 working hours
Last Date of Admission	Within 7 days of declaration of result, subject to availability of seats

How to Apply?

Candidates have to visit the official LPUNEST MBA portal.
Fill in the personal and academic details to complete the registration.
Candidates have to book an online slot from February 5, 2026, based on their preferred date and time for the online entrance test.
Upload required documents such as a passport-sized photograph, signature, and other relevant certificates.
Applicants have to pay an online application fee via card, net banking, or UPI.
Candidates have to download their Admit card.

LPUNEST 2026 Exam Key Highlights

Parameter	Details
Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Duration	2 hours
Question Type	Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Syllabus / Sections	Quantitative Ability: Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Data Interpretation- Logical Reasoning & Analytical Skills: Puzzles, Patterns, Critical Reasoning- Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension: Grammar, Vocabulary, Comprehension passages- General Awareness & Business Awareness: Optional depending on MBA specialization
Scoring & Merit	Higher scores in LPUNEST can help candidates secure merit-based scholarships up to 100% tuition fee waiver, depending on performance and eligibility criteria
Flexibility	Candidates can choose their exam date and time within the slot booking window, making it convenient to schedule around personal commitments

Candidates are advised to book their slot early to get preferred timings, practice mock tests, and visit the official website for regular updates and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.