Somdatta Roy
Senior Content Writer | Updated on - Jan 5, 2026

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has officially launched its 2026 Admission Cycle degree programs across disciplines such as Engineering, Management, Agriculture, and Law. Check the course fee and deadlines below.

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The January 2026 session of LPU University serves as a primary intake for UGC-DEB-approved online UG and PG degrees. It is flexible, merit-based enrollment through the LPUADMIT portal. Scores from JEE Main, CAT, MAT and NATA etc. are acceptable for direct admission. But you can also choose the LPUNEST 2026 (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test) to qualify for eligibility and secure considerable scholarships. 

For this 1st phase, the registration and slot booking deadline is January 15, 2026. The online remote exams are scheduled between January 10 to February 5, 2026 and test-center-based exams will be held between January 20 and February 5, 2026. Following the results, successful candidates must complete document verification and initial fee payments by the final admission deadlines to secure the seats and access the university's Learning Management System (LMS).

LPU 2026 Phase 1: Important Dates

Check out the dates for this year's LPU Admission phase:

EventDeadline
LPUNEST Registration & Slot BookingJan 15, 2026
Online Degree Application (General)Jan 31, 2026
LPUNEST Exam Window (Remotely Proctored)Jan 10 – Feb 5, 2026
LPUNEST Exam Window (Test Centre Based)Jan 20 – Feb 5, 2026
Result DeclarationFeb 8, 2026
Final Admission (Regular Programs)Feb 20 – Feb 25, 2026

Academic Requirements for LPU 2026 Online courses

Eligibility for LPU Online programs for the January 2026 session is primarily merit-based, focusing on your previous academic scores. Course-wise requirements are below:

UG Eligibility

  • Must have passed 10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognized board (CBSE, ICSE, or State Board).
  • 50% aggregate for General candidates or 45% aggregate for SC/ST/OBC categories.

PG Eligibility

  • A Bachelor’s degree (from a UGC-recognized university for your relevant field).
  • 50% aggregate for General candidates (45% aggregate for SC/ST/OBC categories).

Diploma Eligibility

Completion of 10+2 education from a recognized board.

Course-Specific Requirements

  • Online MCA: Requires a Bachelor's degree specifically in Computer Science, IT, Mathematics or Statistics.
  • Online M.Sc. Math: Requires a Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics as a core subject or an Engineering degree.
  • Online MBA: Admission is merit-based, but specialized tracks may involve a video essay or interview.

Special Relaxations

LPU provides a 5% relaxation (reducing the 50% requirement to 45%) for:

  • Applicants from North East states and Sikkim.
  • Defense Personnel and their dependents.
  • Wards of Kashmiri Migrants.

LPU 2026: Application Steps for Online Courses

To apply for LPU 2026 courses (using your JEE Main, CAT, MAT etc.) scores or LPUNEST, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Visit admission.lpu.in and register with your name, email and mobile number.
  • Step 2: Choose your desired course and select the "Online Mode" of study.
  • Step 3: In the "Qualification" section, select your national exam and enter your percentile/score.
  • Step 4: Provide a scanned copy of your official national exam scorecard for verification.
  • Step 5: Complete the process by paying the non-refundable application fee of INR 600.
  • Step 6: The university will verify your scores against their eligibility criteria and issue an admission offer or scholarship grant.

Direct Link: LPU 2026 Online Admission (Online)

Direct Link: LPUNEST 2026 Application (Online)

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LPU 2026 Online Admission Courses and Fees 

Here is the fee structure for LPU Online programs for the 2026 Academic Session. LPU’s online paying the full program fee upfront for a 10% lump sum discount. Also, you can secure significant fee waivers through the LPUNEST scholarship exam or specialized grants reserved for Defense personnel, PwD, and merit-based achievers.

Program LevelCourse NameSemester Fee in INR (Approximate)Full Program Fee in INR
UGBBA20,4001,22,400
BCA
B.Com20,0001,20,000
BA (Arts)16,40098,400
PGMBA (General / Specializations)40,4001,61,600
MCA (General / Specializations)30,0001,20,000
M.Com20,40081,600
M.Sc (Mathematics / Economics)16,40065,600
MA (English / History / Sociology)
DiplomaDBA (Business Administration)20,40040,800
DCA (Computer Applications)

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