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LPU MBA

The Industry-Integrated Advantage

₹49.4 LPA
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About Us

The MBA at Lovely Professional University (LPU) is a transformative journey designed to shape future-ready business leaders. The program blends strong academic rigor with hands-on industry exposure, ensuring students develop both strategic thinking and practical execution skills. With an NAAC A++ accreditation, LPU upholds the highest standards of quality education, innovation, and global relevance. Through live projects, industry immersion, and skill-based learning, students graduate with the confidence to lead across diverse business landscapes or pursue advanced studies and global career paths.

Program Details

The MBA at LPU is a transformative 2-year, industry-focused program offering over ten specializations, many co-designed with corporate leaders like EY and NSE. The curriculum emphasizes experiential learning where hands-on practice, including industry certifications, MOOCs, Hackathons, Live projects, and in-house Incubation support, is an integral part of the student journey.

Program Name
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
MBA International Business
MBA Hospital and Healthcare Management
MBA Financial Markets tie -up with NSE Academy
MBA Supply Chain and Logistics tie up with Safeducate
MBA Data Science & AI
MBA Business Analytics tie up with EY
MBA Fintech & AI
MBA [1+1 with International Credit Transfer Option]
MBA Tourism, Aviation and Hospitality

Pass with 55% aggregate marks in Bachelor’s degree (any discipline) or equivalent, subject to qualifying:

  • LPUNEST* or CAT or XAT or MAT or CMAT or CUET
  • Video Essay
  • Interview

OR

  • Completed Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), subject to qualifying Video Essay and Interview.

OR

  • Completed Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), subject to qualifying Video Essay and Interview.

OR

  • Completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI), subject to qualifying Video Essay and Interview.
  • Click here to view the Detailed Guidelines for Video Essay and Interview.

Additional Notes:

  • 5% relaxation in aggregate marks in the qualifying examination will be applicable for candidates from North-East states and Sikkim, Defence Personnel, their dependents, and wards of Kashmiri migrants.
  • The LPUNEST exam offers convenient choices to candidates:
    • Online remotely proctored from Home (recommended by the university, based on available resources)

Why Choose an MBA at LPU?

Innovative Curriculum with Career-Focused Training Modules & Pedagogy

  • Over 15 integrated business simulations and case-based modules replicate real-world management decisions.
  • Embedded MOOCs and online modules infuse modern, verifiable skills into each semester.
  • Industry-aligned specialisations like Digital Marketing, Business Analytics and Fintech prepare you for tomorrow’s roles.

Industry Immersion

  • Strategic partnerships with top corporates (e.g., EY, NSE) ensure your curriculum stays aligned with real-world tech and corporate trends.
  • Live business consultancy projects, field assignments and case-studies are built into the programme to guarantee hands-on learning.
  • Capstone and field projects give you tangible platforms to apply your learning—solving real business problems and expanding your professional network.

Mandatory Incubation Projects & Support

  • Entrepreneurial mindset built into the DNA of the programme: mandatory incubation projects supported by mentorship and institutional backing.
  • Business-plan competitions, innovation boot-camps and start-up support give you a launchpad for turning ideas into ventures.

Expert Faculty

  • Faculty are a blend of academic experts and industry veterans—bringing both scholarly depth and corporate relevance to every session.
  • Master-classes, guest lectures and immersive sessions by senior leaders keep your learning fresh, current and connected to industry realities.

Global Skill Validation

  • Earn up to six industry-recognised certifications (e.g., KPMG, Digital Marketing Institute, CISI) embedded within your curriculum to validate your skill-set on a global scale.
  • Delivered by domain experts, these certifications are woven into your programme—not just optional add-ons.
  • These credentials sharpen your resume and make you job-ready in high-demand domains from Day One.

Scholarship Process

Scholarship Based on Qualifying Exam Percentage

Applicable Scholarship From 3rd June Onwards

Criteria Scholarship Amount Per Semester (₹)
95% or above aggregate marks in Graduation. 121000 (i.e. 55% of the programme fee)
90% - 94.99% aggregate marks in Graduation. 88000 (i.e. 40% of the programme fee)
80% - 89.99% aggregate marks in Graduation. 66000 (i.e. 30% of the programme fee)
70% - 79.99% aggregate marks in Graduation. 44000 (i.e. 20% of the programme fee)

Scholarship on the basis of LPUNEST

Applicable Scholarship From 3rd June Onwards

Criteria Scholarship Amount Per Semester (₹)
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category A cut-off 121000 (i.e. 55% of the programme fee)
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category B cut-off 88000 (i.e. 40% of the programme fee)
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category C cut-off 66000 (i.e. 30% of the programme fee)
LPUNEST score more than or equal to Category D cut-off 44000 (i.e. 20% of the programme fee)

Scholarship Based on CUET

Applicable Scholarship From 3rd June Onwards

Criteria Scholarship Amount Per Semester (₹)
CUET PG percentile equal to or more than 90 in any one of the mandatory subjects as per the eligibility of the programme 121000 (i.e. 55% of the programme fee)
CUET PG percentile equal to or more than 80 but less than 90 in any one of the mandatory subjects as per the eligibility of the programme 88000 (i.e. 40% of the programme fee)
CUET PG percentile equal to or more than 70 but less than 80 in any one of the mandatory subjects as per the eligibility of the programme 66000 (i.e. 30% of the programme fee)
CUET PG percentile equal to or more than 60 but less than 70 in any one of the mandatory subjects as per the eligibility of the programme 44000 (i.e. 20% of the programme fee)

Scholarship Based on CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT

Applicable Scholarship From 3rd June Onwards

Criteria Scholarship Amount Per Semester (₹)
CAT/ XAT percentile equal to or more than 95 OR MAT percentile equal to or more than 95 OR CMAT percentile equal to or more than 95 121000 (i.e. 55% of the programme fee)
CAT/ XAT percentile equal to or more than 90 but less than 95 OR MAT percentile equal to or more than 90 but less than 95 OR CMAT percentile equal to or more than 90 but less than 95 88000 (i.e. 40% of the programme fee)
CAT/ XAT percentile equal to or more than 85 but less than 90 OR MAT percentile equal to or more than 85 but less than 90 OR CMAT percentile equal to or more than 85 but less than 90 66000 (i.e. 30% of the programme fee)
CAT/ XAT percentile equal to or more than 80 but less than 85 OR MAT percentile equal to or more than 80 but less than 85 OR CMAT percentile equal to or more than 80 but less than 85 44000 (i.e. 20% of the programme fee)

100% Scholarships under LPU RISE (Recognizing India’s Scholarly Excellence)

  • Rewarding Excellence: 100% Scholarships under LPU RISE (Recognizing India’s Scholarly Excellence) to recognize and support academic brilliance.
    100% Scholarships, LPU RISE (Recognizing India’s Scholarly Excellence).Click here for details

Targeted Financial Aid Schemes

  • Shikshak Samman Anudan – For children of teachers and educators. Rakshak Samman Anudan (Defence) – For defence, paramilitary, police personnel & their dependents. Need-Based / Orphans / Persons with Disability – Financial support for economically weaker students, orphans, and those with certain disabilities (including the blind).

Talent & Innovation Scholarships

  • Startup, Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Rewarding student-innovators and young entrepreneurs.
  • Sports, Culture, R&D, Co-curricular, Social Service & Bravery Awards – Recognising excellence beyond academics.

How to Apply

STEP 1

Signup

STEP 2

Apply LPUNEST (Eligibility and Scholarship Test)

STEP 3

Book Your Exam Slot, Appear for the Exam, and Submit Your Video Essay

STEP 4

Interview

STEP 5

Admission

Important Dates for LPUNEST

Current Schedule
Online Registration Starts on 3rd June 2026
Slot Booking for Online Examination 3rd June 2026 onwards*
Last date to apply and book slot for examination At least three days before the examination date For example, a candidate must apply and book a slot before 17th June 2026 to appear for the examination on 20th June 2026.
Dates of Entrance Examination 6th June onwards
Last date to upload Video Essay Exam date + 1 day For example, If a candidate has appeared for the exam on 13th June, then last date to upload Video Essay is 14th June 2026.
Display of Result Within 4 working days of appearing for the exam
Slot booking and date for Interview Candidates may choose any available interview slot within 2–7 days after the declaration of the LPUNEST result. For example, if the result is declared on 10th June 2026, the interview may be scheduled on any day from 12th June to 17th June 2026.
Result for Interview Within 24 working hours
Last Date of Admission 30th June 2026

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