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Yes, the admission process has started at Lovely Professional University. LPU has a fully online application to admission process. Visit the link https://admissions.lpu.in or call 01824-517000 for detailed information and admission process.

Lovely Professional University has multiple initiatives in place to support prospective candidates in best possible way:

• Complete Online Admission Support (along with Physical in person admission process):
  • Fully Online Application and Admission process: Student can complete all the stages of admission from Application to appearing for test, interview, taking admission and uploading of documents through online mode. Click Here to Apply Online.
• Scholarships
  • Scholarship is offered to candidates on the basis of eligibility qualification. Click Here to check Scholarship Brackets.

Admission process is fully online. One can also visit the University campus on any working day from 9 am to 5pm to complete the admission process. Visit https://admissions.lpu.in/ to initiate your online admission process.

The admission in various programmes of batch 2025 has started from January 2025.Visit respective program page for more details.

The scanned copies of following documents are required at the time of making application for online admission.

• Passport size photograph of candidate and parents (Father and Mother)
• Matriculation Certificate (if applicable)
• Eligibility qualification certificate (depending on programme) including previous qualifications (Eligibility qualification may be submitted later-on in case the final result has not been declared till date)
• Gap affidavit (If applicable - Self)
• Aadhaar card of candidate and parents
• Category certificate (if applicable, for e.g., if claiming eligibility relaxation on the basis of category)
• Income affidavit of parents (Self in case of Ph.D.)

It is recommended that you should fill all fields mentioned in the application form, but you may only fill the mandatory fields marked as (*) to submit your admission application.

The candidate is required to complete some basic formalities {register online, upload documents, pay a minimum amount of fee, clear entrance test/ Counselling/ interview (if applicable)} to confirm the seat in any programme subject to fulfilling the eligibility criteria. An eight-digit provisional registration number will be generated and will be shared on registered mobile number and email-id of the candidate, indicating the confirmation of seat.

You need to send information from your registered email-ID to admissions@lpu.co.in explaining the corrections/ details. Don’t forget to mention your application ID and registered Mobile or you can call us at 01824- 404404 / 01824-517000.

You can apply online for refund or contact the university @ 01824-517000. Click here to Read the detailed Refund Policy.

One can now visit the University campus on any working day from 9 am to 5 pm. Generally, it takes around two hours to complete the admission process, one hour for walk-in counselling and campus visit. You can also virtually visit the campus using 360^o view option on the university website. Take a Virtual Tour Now

Visit www.lpu.in for all the latest developments and updates. You can also follow us on various social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

There are multiple channels to help you for this:
Email Helpline: admissions@lpu.co.in
WhatsApp Helpline: 98760-22222
Web Chat Helpline: www.lpu.in
Helpline No.: 01824-517000 / 01824-404404
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For more details, please visit our Contact Us page at www.lpu.in

The scholarship is offered in all the programmes in order to provide financial benefit to bright and deserving students. During the last year, LPU has granted scholarships worth INR 100+ crores to students (maximum up-to 9.52 lacs per student) to pursue their education. Following are few criteria for grant of scholarship.

Scholarships are awarded to candidates based on their performance on any of the following categories:

• Eligibility Qualification: : For example, on the basis of performance in 10+2 for Undergraduate Programmes and Graduation for Postgraduate Programmes
• Qualification previous to eligibility qualification: This scholarship is available on the basis of performance in previous to eligibility qualification, for After 12th, After Graduation, and for Lateral Entry programs; however, please verify its applicability for specific programs.
• LPU’s Entrance and Scholarship Test: LPUNEST
• Work experienced based scholarship for MBA
• Certain National Level Tests (like JEE (Mains), NEET, UCEED, CAT, MAT, GATE, GPAT, MAT etc.)
• Performance in Sports, Cultural, R&D, Co-curricular, Social Service and Bravery Awards.
• Scholarship on the basis of Innovation, Startup, Entrepreneurship & Hackathons.
• Ph.D. programmes Scholarship
• For Toppers of Centre and State Boards

Financial Aid:

• Need Based
• Rakshak Samman Anudan
• Shikshak Samman Anudan
• For Orphan Applicants
• For Person with Certain Disability

For detail related to scholarships, you can visit at Scholarship Schemes

LPU offers a variety of scholarships to support all deserving candidates. A candidate can get scholarship on the basis of one’s performance in LPUNEST or on the basis of other scholarship schemes offered by university like based on the score eligibility qualification, Work experienced based scholarship for MBA, performance in sports, cultural, R&D, co- curricular, social service, bravery awards or performance in national level tests like JEE (Main), NEET, UCEED, CAT, MAT, GATE, GPAT or on the basis of Innovation, Startup, Entrepreneurship &Hackathons etc. For details visit Scholarship Schemes.

Merit Scholarships are applied for based on criteria such as academic performance, LPUNEST scores, work experience, and national-level test results. Check specific eligibility requirements for each category and submit your application accordingly.

Eligibility criteria vary but may include academic qualifications, LPUNEST scores, work experience, and performance in tests like JEE (Mains), NEET, UCEED, CAT, MAT, GATE, GPAT, etc.

Yes, there is a work experience-based scholarship for MBA. Eligibility is likely linked to relevant work experience. Click here to know more.

Scholarships in this category are granted based on innovative ideas, startups, and entrepreneurial initiatives. The application process may involve providing details about your innovation or startup. For more details click here.

Yes, scholarships exist based on performance in sports, cultural activities, R&D, co-curricular activities, social service, and bravery awards. Eligibility criteria may vary for each sub-category. Click here to know more.

Yes, financial aid is provided, often based on need. Students facing financial challenges can explore these options for education assistance. Click here to know more.

Yes, scholarships are available specifically for Defense and CAPF personnel and their dependents. Eligibility criteria are likely linked to their association with the respective forces. For more details click here.

Orphaned applicants can apply for scholarships designated for them. The application process may involve providing documentation to verify their orphan status. For more details click here.

There are scholarships dedicated to individuals with specific disabilities. Eligibility criteria are based on the nature of the disability, and applicants may need to provide relevant documentation. For more details click here.

Yes, there is a specific scholarship for Ph.D. programs. Eligibility criteria are likely related to admission to a Ph.D. program and academic achievements. For more details click here.

LPU offered more than 150+ programmes in 40+ disciplines. You can visit university website www.lpu.in for details about various Programmes.

The eligibility criterion for international applicants differs for different programmes. Details regarding the eligibility of the programme you are interested in can be verified at Admission - International Applicants. Click here to know more.

You can refer program page for curriculum highlights Programmes and Curriculum

LPU offers more than 150+ different programmes in 40+ disciplines and you can transfer to a program that fulfils your eligibility conditions or you can apply for refund and you will get the refund as per the university refund policy.

You can take provisional admission and confirm your seat by paying a nominal fee of Rs. 10,000 in all programmes which would be adjusted against your programme fee of the semester (except M.Sc. Agriculture, M.Pharm., M.A. Hindi/Punjabi and B.Pharma Programmes).Click here for program wise detailed information.

You may pay the balance fee in parts within 7-10 days after taking admission in case you still face any challenges; you are advised to write to the university at feeinfo@lpu.co.in.

LPUNEST (Online Remotely Proctored and Test Centre Based Exam) dates are announced. We suggest you to take LPUNEST Exam as it acts as entrance and scholarship test for most of the programme. Click here to view programme wise LPUNEST Dates.

The eligibility criterion varies from programme to programme. You can refer program pages or nest.lpu.in for detailed information about the eligibility of any particular programme.

Currently qualifying LPUNEST is mandatory for most of the programmes where it acts as eligibility as well as scholarship test except in some programmes where it only acts as a scholarship test. If you want to improve your scholarship, you can appear in the LPUNEST exam as per schedule communicated Click here to view programme wise LPUNEST Dates.

You can apply for hostel facilities online by using your application portal at https://admissions.lpu.in after the admission and any time before joining the university. However, it is advised to book the hostels at the earliest possible option, to avail facilities of your choice and to avoid last moment rush. Click here to know more.

Both mess and laundry facility are optional. A student can avail these facilities at the time of reporting in the university.

In case of a medical emergency, immediately inform your warden. The contact numbers for ambulance services are available throughout the campus and on the student UMS. For more details click here.

Yes, there are inter-hostel competitions and various evening activities planned by the wardens to keep students engaged and entertained.

Absolutely! Students can schedule their morning routine with gym and yoga classes available on campus.

Students can join a variety of clubs in the Division of Student Welfare. These clubs offer opportunities to perform on various platforms both inside and outside the campus, based on the students' talents.

Hostel events and activities are regularly updated on the student UMS and notice boards within the hostels.

For any maintenance issues in your room, contact the hostel warden or use the maintenance request feature available on the student UMS.

Yes, quiet hours are enforced in the hostels to ensure a conducive study environment. These hours are usually from 10 PM to 6 AM.

Visitors are allowed during specific visiting hours and must register at the hostel office. Overnight stays for visitors are not permitted.

Various agencies have ranked LPU in the Top placement performance categories. Not just in India, LPU students are making a mark around the world. LPU graduate working at Global MNC at the package of 3 crore in Germany. This year only, Yet another record-breaking placement with Google for our Verto! Harekrishna Mahto, B.Tech. CSE student has been placed with the tech-giant at a grand package of a whopping 62 Lakhs. Read more about Placements

To improve interpersonal skills and hone placement ability, credited and non-credited inputs of soft skills are taught in the university. Adding to these, the students are exposed to mock interviews, weekend engagements sessions focusing on the soft skill inputs with experiential learning. To know more, visit Click here

Campus recruitment refers to the process whereby employers undertake an organized program of attracting and hiring students who are about to graduate from colleges, and universities. (On-campus/ Off campus / Pool-campus) The objective of campus placementis to identify the talented and qualified students before they complete their education.

Please get intouch with the placement cell or visit UMS. You can also refer to the company's website to get the details.

At times, the recruiter may shortlist the candidate from the willingness database sent by the placement cell.

Yes, but it has certain conditions attached to it. Please contact the placement cell for more details.

All communication should be routed through the Placement Cell only. Student is not allowed to contact the company's HR directly. Any correspondence from the company to the student must be forwarded to the Placement Cell for records.

Results will be declared on the same day by most of the companies, but a few companies might announce the results later.

You are eligible till the final results are declared by the earlier company. If you are selected, then it is mandatory to take the earlier offer.

The students should have good academic score in the first two years of their study. Minimum 6.5 CGPA with no backlogs and re-appears.

Yes, students need to fulfil certain requisites and conditions. Click to know more.

English Proficiency test would be subjective to the University & Country you are applying to. Generally, the score required is 6.5 bands, not less than 6 in each module in IELTS. In some cases, partner Universities waive off the IELTS requirement. It is entirely a subjective exemption.

SAT is not required for the admission in the undergraduate courses at the foreign university when a student is taking international transfer through LPU.

These are the host foreign university requirements and would vary as per the course, program and country.

The student has to pay the tuition fee of the overseas host university along with the visa application charges, travel expenses and the living expenses while studying at overseas host university.

You can apply for an education loan once you have a conditional offer letter from the partner university. The conditional offer letter is a document that you can provide as a supporting document to the bank while applying for Education loan.

Conditional offer letter is an admission letter issued by the overseas host university offering admission to a student subject to conditions which need to be fulfilled. The conditions are mentioned on the letter and student has to fulfil those conditions in order to get acceptance or unconditional offer letter to apply for visa.

You can apply for visa once you receive the unconditional offer letter and have all the necessary documentation in place, as required by the visa issuing authority of the host country.

Unconditional offer letter is the final letter issued by the overseas host university when the student has met all the admission criteria of the overseas host university.

You would directly apply for the visa once you have procured the necessary documents. The Division of International Affairs at LPU would only help in procuring relevant documents pertaining to LPU to apply for visa.

In very exceptional cases you may be allowed to apply to the university which is not mentioned in the list. You should contact the Division of International Affairs with this kind of request.

The student would get a student visa. For instance, in USA the student will get F1 visa, In Canada the student will get S-1 visa, In UK the student will get Tier 4 visa, In Australia the student will get student (Subclass 500) visa.

It will depend upon the rules and regulations of the country where you are going. Generally, you would be allowed to work on a student visa as per the law of the land. In most situations, the student can work 20 hours per week during the duration of their study.

Visa is issued by the Embassy of the particular country after all the procedures are duly followed by the candidate. Thus, a successful visa is conditional to the visa granting authority and depends on the documents which are being presented by you at the time of the visa application.

International transfer is not allowed to the university which is not mentioned on the website. A request by the student can be considered if the student is taking transfer to an Ivy League/ top ranked university.

We will give you a choice to improve your grades in order to transfer to a foreign university or you can continue here at LPU and complete the degree.

Under Semester Abroad program the tuition fee of the overseas host university is waived hence LPU allows meritorious students with good academic standing to opt for semester abroad as an option. Student must at least spend one academic year at the home university to be eligible to attend semester abroad.

Yes, students need to fulfil certain requisites and conditions. Click to know more.

Generally English proficiency test is not required for semester abroad but some countries and universities make it mandatory. The score required is 6.5 bands not less than 6 in each module in IELTS.

The student has to pay for the visa application charges, travel expenses, the living expenses while studying at overseas host university and the nominal expenses (if any) as suggested by the overseas host university.

There are no academic tests required to attend a semester abroad.

The student with meritorious and good academic standing has to go through a stringent selection process at Home University. The Home University nominates the selected candidates. Acceptance of the nominated candidates is at sole discretion of the overseas host university.

The University would not be applying visa on behalf of the applicant. The Division of International Affairs at LPU would only help in procuring documents required from the University side to apply for visa. The visa can be applied online by the applicant or through the third party appointed and authorized by the applicant.

The nomenclature of the type of visa of each country is different. A student generally gets a short-term visa.

The student is not eligible for an education loan because this is a short study abroad program. The education loan is applicable for full time study at the educational institute. The applicant is going for short duration only you can apply for visa once I receive the unconditional offer letter and I have all the necessary documentation in place as required by the visa issuing authority of the country you are applying to.

It would be solely dependent on the type of visa granted to the student. Generally, students are not allowed to work part time on short duration of visa.

Visa is not guaranteed because the visa is to be provided by the Embassy of the particular country the applicant is applying to. It would all depend on the documents which are being presented by the applicant at the time of visa application and the profile of the student.

The students should have good academic score in the first two years of their study. Minimum 6.5 CGPA with no backlogs and re-appears.

Yes,students need to fulfil certain requisites and conditions. Click to know more

English Proficiency test would be subject to the University & Country you are applying to. Generally, the required score is 6.5 band, not less than 6 in each module in IELTS. In some cases, partner Universities waive off the IELTS requirement. It is entirely a subjective exemption.

SAT is not required for the admission in the undergraduate courses at the foreign university when a student is taking international transfer through LPU.

These are the host foreign university requirement and would vary as per the course, program and country.

The student has to pay the tuition fee of the overseas host university along with the visa application charges, travel expenses and the living expenses while studying at overseas host university.

you can apply for an education loan once you have a conditional offer letter from the partner university. The conditional offer letter is a document that you can provide as a supporting document to the bank while applying for Education loan.

Conditional offer letter is the letter issued by the overseas university offering admission to a student subject to conditions to fulfil those conditions in order to get an acceptance or unconditional offer letter to apply for visa.

You can apply for visa once you receive the unconditional offer letter and have all the necessary documentation in place, as required by the visa issuing authority of the host country.

unconditional offer letter is the final letter issued by the overseas host university when the student has met all admission criteria of the overseas host university.

You would directly apply for the visa once you have procured the necessary documents. The Division of International Affair at LPU would only help in procuring relevant documents pertaining to LPU to apply for visa.

The student would get a student visa. For instance, in USA the student will get F1 visa, In Canada the student will get S-1 visa, In UK the student will get Tier 4 Visa, In Australia the student will get student (Subclass 500) visa.

It will depend upon the rules and regulations of the country where you are going. Generally, you would be allowed to work on the student visa as per the law of land. In most situations, the student can work 20 hours per week during the duration of their study.

Visa is issued by the Embassy of the particular country after all the procedures are duly followed by the candidate. Thus, a successful visa is conditional to the visa granting authority and depends on the documents which are being presented by you at the time of visa application.

International transfer is not allowed to the university which is not mentioned on the website. A request by the student can be considered if the student is taking transfer to an Ivy League/top ranked university.

We will give you a choice to improve your grades in order to transfer to a foreign university or you can continue here at LPU and complete the degree.

The candidate can apply online for the Ph.D. Programme through https://nest.lpu.in/phd/how-to-apply.php. Alternatively, the candidate may also visit the University campus in Block 30, “Division of Admissions” on all working days (as per the admission application schedule)

The eligibility criteria to apply for the Ph.D. programme is as under:-

The candidate having passed the Chartered Accountants (CA) examination with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade from “The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India” (ICAI) is eligible to apply for Ph.D. Programme in commerce and allied disciplines.

The candidate having passed the Company Secretary (CS) examination with a minimum 55% marks or equivalent grade conducted by the Institutes of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) is eligible to apply for Ph.D. Programme in management / commerce and allied disciplines.

The admission procedure is as followed:

Apply online through the link www.lpu.in or visit the LPU Campus (Block-30, Division of Admission) or visit the “LPU Out-Campus Office” in the respective cities mentioned in the link: https://www.lpu.in/admission/lpu-in-your-town.php#lpu-town.

Appear for LPUNEST

Upon qualifying LPUNEST, complete the admission process by visiting the https://admission.lpu.in/ or visit LPU Campus.

Report for in-campus original document verification and Ph.D. Freshmen Induction

For assistance, contact the admission helpline at +91-1824-517000

The process of admission is as follows:

• Step 1: Register on the link https://intadmit.lpu.in/
• Step 2: Go to Log in and fill in the requisite form
• Step 3: Upload the required documents along with the Research Proposal
• Step 4: Appear for the interview through online mode.

Yes, the candidate can pay the applicable fee online. Please click on the link below: https://www.lpu.in/frmloginaccounts.aspx

The academic milestones for a Ph.D. research scholar are:

Coursework: It consists of mandatory courses prescribed by the regulatory body (UGC/CSIR/BCI/PCI/COA).

State of the Art Seminar (SAS): Finalization of research objectives by scholar for the Ph.D. programme is to be done in the SAS.

End-Term Presentation (ETP): In an ETP, the scholar’s research work progress is evaluated by the Research Advisory Committee (RAC) once in every academic term.

Pre-submission/Final Submission: The Ph.D. thesis is evaluated subject to fulfillment of research objectives, research publications, conference presentation, and the recommendations of the Research Advisory Committee.

The research scholar at LPU can avail scholarship benefits based on:

Yes, a research scholar can apply for Teaching Fellowship after the successful completion of coursework. The teaching fellowship awardee will be paid an honorarium of Rs. 15,600/ per month (consolidated) subject to qualifying the eligibility criterion and he/she is required to take two courses (upto 10 hours)

Yes, exemption from the LPUNEST may be allowed only if the candidate is eligible under ANY ONE of the following criteria:

• UGC/CSIR NET/JRF Qualified
• GATE Qualified (Within Validity Period)
• GPAT Qualified (Within Validity Period)
• M.Phil. Degree (Regular Mode with a minimum of 55% marks)

Note:

• Exemption is applicable subject to the document verification
• The weightage of LPUNEST exam is 70% and Interview is 30%
• In case of LPUNEST exemption, weightage of Interview shall be 100%

The Pattern for Ph.D. Entrance Test is under:

Note:
• Each question shall be 1 mark with “No Negative Marking”
• #The Candidate seeking admission to
  Agriculture Discipline - Paper-I shall be based on “Basic Agriculture”
  For all Other Disciplines - Paper-I shall be based on “Research Methodology”<

Yes, after clearing LPUNEST, the candidate is required to choose for an interview slot. The interview panel consists of discipline experts who will evaluate the candidate on parameters related to the research aptitude, innovativeness, feasibility of the research area, concept clarity, and overall competency to conduct research. The candidate shall prepare a well-defined research proposal/presentation for the interview.

The candidate may proceed as under:

• Complete the admission process through the admission portal and proceed for provisional admission.
• Upload documents using “Post-Admission Services” in the admission portal or visit “University Campus”
• Original Document Verification to be done in campus Ph.D. Freshman Induction.
• For assistance, contact admission helpline at +91-1824-517000

The duration of the Ph.D. Programme is a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 6 years from the date of registration for all research scholars including M.Phil. candidates.

All the milestone for Ph.D. programmes such as research proposal, coursework exams, End Term Presentations(ETP), thesis shall be in English language only.

Note: Scholar pursuing Ph.D. in disciplines such as Punjabi or Hindi can upload/write research proposal/coursework exams/thesis in their respective language. However, the coursework class will be delivered in English only.

a) For all Ph.D. programmes except agriculture:

The coursework will consist of four courses having 14 credits. All research scholars admitted to the Ph.D. programme will be required to complete the mandatory coursework and maintain minimum attendance of 75% in the coursework classes to be eligible for end term examination.

b) For Ph.D. Programmes in Agriculture Disciplines:

The course work will be in accordance with ICAR guidelines for more details visit the link: https://nest.lpu.in/phd/course_work.php. Further, a minimum 75% attendance is required during coursework classes to be eligible in end term examination.

a) For all Ph.D. programmes except agriculture:

A Ph.D. scholar has to secure a minimum of 55% marks in each course in coursework subject to securing at least 40% marks in end term examination of that course.

b) For Ph.D. Programmes in Agriculture Disciplines:

A Ph.D. scholar has to obtain a minimum “Overall Grade Point Average” OGPA of 6.5 with a minimum grade of 6.0 in individual courses.

a) For all Ph.D. programmes except agriculture:

We offer flexible coursework in three different options and the tentative schedule is mentioned below:

b) For Ph.D. programmes in agriculture disciplines:

The following options with tentative schedules are available for Ph.D. Agriculture Programmes

No, there is no difference in any of the coursework options. The syllabus, credits, and total contact hours are the same across all the coursework options.

No, there is no additional fee for the coursework other than the stipulated tuition fees and examination fees.

The term (semester) fee is applicable to each scholar till the completion of the final thesis.

The supervisor allocation can be done through the online "Supervisor Selection Module" on UMS interface. All eligible supervisors’ profiles will be visible during the Coursework. The research scholars can book the slot with the supervisor and select the supervisor through the interface.

For M. Phil. candidates, supervisors will be allocated during their first academic term only and such research scholars can start their research work from the first term itself.

The Scholar must opt for one main supervisor from Lovely Professional University in the respective department/school. Additionally, co-supervisor can be opted from within the University or from another Institution/University/Industry provided he/she meets the eligibility requirement as per University standards.

The research scholar will be allowed to take co-supervisor after the successful completion of his/her coursework. He/she is required to get consent from their co-supervisor in the prescribed form (available at CRDP) and submit it to the Center of Research Degree Programmes (CRDP), Block 38-202. Upon approval, the research scholars and the co-supervisor will be notified by CRDP.

Yes. Hostel facility is provided to research scholars subject to availability. Ph.D. scholars can also avail hostel facility by submitting their request online through UMS after completion of admission formalities.