LPU NEST 2021: The full form of LPU NEST is Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test. It’s a university level exam that is conducted every year by LPU. The entrance exam offers admission to various programs like engineering, management, law, amongst others. The scholarship test is a different entity taken care by authorities. This article provides a complete study of LPU NEST 2021 that includes exam dates, eligibility criteria, exam pattern, application process, syllabus and more.
LPU NEST 2021 Exam Dates
The following section offers a timeline of events associated with LPU NEST 2021 and corresponding dates to follow:
For B.Tech Course
Events | Schedule I | Schedule II |
Commencement of online registration | 1st week of December 2020 | 2nd week of January 2021 |
Slot booking for examination | 3rd week of December 2020 | 1st week of March 2021 |
Deadline for application submission | 2nd week of January 2021 | Last week of March 2021 |
LPU NEST exam date 2021 | 2nd to 4th week of January 2021 | 2nd to 4th week of April 2021 |
Result announcement | Last week of January 2021 | Last week of April 2021 |
Online counselling and seat confirmation for admission | Last week of April 2021 | Last week of April 2021 |
For MBA
Events | Schedule I | Schedule II |
Online registration | 1st week of December 2020 | 2nd week of January 2021 |
Exam slot Booking | 3rd week of December 2020 | 1st week of March 2021 |
Deadline for application submission | 2nd week of January 2021 | Last week of March 2021 |
LPU NEST 2021 exam date | 2nd to 4th week of January 2021 | 2nd to 4th week of April 2021 |
Result announcement | Last week of January 2021 | Last week of April 2021 |
Interview slot booking | Last week of January to 1st week of February 2021 | Last week of April to 1st week of May 2021 |
Interview results | 2nd week of February 2021 | 2nd week of May 2021 |
Admission process begins from | 2nd week of February 2021 | 2nd week of May 2021 |
LPU NEST 2021 Application Form
The LPU NEST application process is explained below:
- The applications can be filled in multiple modes – online/offline and semi online methods.
- Candidates can visit the campus in person and obtain application forms by paying requisite cash.
- Semi online application forms can be submitted in case candidates are not interested in sending hard copy submissions of their forms.
- From the first week of December 2020, the application process takes place.
- Candidates need to enter personal details, academic information and contact details for communication purposes.
- Candidates also need to cite their exam centre preferences in the application form.
- Take a hard copy of the submitted form and save it for future references.
Application Fee
Fee Payment in online mode
- Fees can be paid in online mode through debit card/ credit card or net banking procedures.
- The application form together with soft copy of LUP NEST kit costs INR 800 for males and INR 500 for females.
- The application form together with a hard copy of LUP NEST kit costs INR 1000 for males and INR 700 for females.
Fee Payment in offline mode
- Offline fees can be paid through cash.
- The application form together with a hard copy of LUP NEST kit costs INR 800 for males and INR 500 for females.
- DD can also be sent along with photograph and signature of the candidate to the following address: [Division of Admission, Lovely Professional University, Jalandhar –Delhi GT Road NH-1, Phagwara, Punjab – 144411]
LPU NEST 2021 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates can check LPU NEST 2021 eligibility criteria in detail from this section:
- For B.Tech: Candidates must have completed class 10th and 12th/ equivalent from a recognised board with a minimum of 60% marks. Candidates must have studied maths and physics along with English as compulsory subjects in their qualifying examination.
- For MBA: Candidates must have completed a bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognised university with minimum 55% marks. Candidates can also apply based on MAT, CMAT, CAT, NMAT, XAT and CA (CMA) scores.
LPU NEST 2021 Exam Pattern
Candidates can check all details about LPU NEST 2021 exam pattern from the below section:
- Exam will be conducted in the online mode for 150 minutes.
- Only MCQs will appear in the exam paper.
- No negative marking for wrong answers or unattempted questions.
Candidates can check the course wise marks exam pattern tabulated below:
For B.Tech
Name of subject | Total Questions | Marks per question | Max marks |
Physics | 30 | 4 | 120 |
Chemistry | 30 | 4 | 120 |
Mathematics | 30 | 4 | 120 |
Biology | 30 | 4 | 120 |
English | 30 | 2 | 60 |
Total | 150 | 18 | 540 |
For MBA
Name of subject | Total Questions | Marks per question | Max marks |
General Knowledge | 20 | 3 | 60 |
General Aptitude | 40 | 3 | 120 |
English | 40 | 3 | 120 |
Total | 100 | 9 | 300 |
LPU NEST 2021 Syllabus
Candidates can find the detailed syllabus in the online mode.
- For UG programs, candidates can refer syllabus related to their class 10th and 12th subjects.
- For PG programs, candidates can refer to their graduation syllabus.
- For B.Tech programs, questions would be based on PCMB and Hindi subjects.
- For MBA courses, questions would be based on General aptitude and general knowledge plus English subjects.
LPU NEST 2021 Preparation Tips
These useful tips should be followed by every applicant for success in the entrance exam:
- Candidates must thoroughly read their fundamental concepts.
- Exemplar problems, solved questions and numerical are very important for every paper.
- Study the exam pattern, syllabus and marking scheme to score well in the exam.
- Prepare a strategic study routine and follow the time table without fail.
- Maintain good and crisp notes of every topic and use it for revision purposes.
- Do not pile up too much of study material, use the only expert and recommended books.
- Take up coaching classes if necessary.
LPU NEST 2021 Slot Booking
Once the registration process commences, the slot booking process will also begin in parallel. For Schedule 1, slot booking will start from the first week of December 2020. Candidates have to choose their exam date and time for the online LPU NEST 2021 exam. From the first week of March 2021, the slot booking window for Schedule 2 will be open. Once candidates book their exam slots, their admit cards will be released for downloading.
LPU NEST 2021 Admit Card
After registration and slot booking processes, admit cards can be downloaded in the online mode. Candidates shall not receive their cards through postal means. Admit card contains important candidate information related to the exam and hence all data must be verified before the exam. The admit card should be carried to the exam hall without fail.
LPU NEST 2021 Result
In the last week of January 2021, results will be published in the online mode for schedule 1. For schedule 2, results will be published in last week of April 2021. Candidates have to enter their application number and password to check results. LPU officials publish a rank list and candidates can download their scorecard in the online mode. Shortlisted candidates in the rank list shall be eligible for counselling and interview rounds.
LPU NEST 2021 Counselling
After result announcement, shortlisted candidates shall be called in for counselling and interview rounds. Counselling shall be organised in the online mode. After document verification and interview rounds, seats shall be allotted and confirmed. Once a candidate is allotted a seat, they have to report to the designated college with the official allotment letter. Through online mode, counselling fees should be paid. Candidates have to produce the following documents for verification:
- 10th and 12th class mark sheets and certificates
- Proof for date of birth
- Allotment letter
- LPU NEST 2021 admit card and result card.