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The LPU MBA application form 2026 has been released. Interested candidates can fill out the LPU application form on the LPUADMIT portal before the LPU last date to apply, that is, January 15, 2026, for the MBA program. Candidates are required to have completed their bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 55% from a recognised university and have appeared for the LPUNEST exam or any one of the following exams: CAT, XAT, MAT, or CMAT. Additionally, candidates are advised to pay an application fee of Rs. 1000 for the LPUNEST Kit for both male and female candidates. Keep reading this article for more information on the LPU 2026 application form.
LPU 2026 MBA Application Form Link
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The LPU application fee is part of the LPUNEST examination fee; you will have to pay Rs. 1000 for the LPUNEST kit. Candidates are required to pay the same application fee whether they want to receive the kit or not.
Candidates are required to appear for LPUNEST or any of the following national-level exams, like CAT, XAT, MAT, or CMAT.
You are exempted from any of the above-mentioned exams if you have completed the Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), completed the Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), or completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI).
Candidates who are applying for the LPU application form 2026 must know these LPU application 2026 important dates and events for a smooth transaction of the application process. The table below mentions the LPU 2026 application important dates to help candidates schedule their preparation.
LPU 2026 Application Events | LPU Application 2026 Important Dates |
LPU Online Application 2026 Opens | October 25, 2025 |
LPU Last Date to Apply with Scholarship | February 10, 2016 |
Last Date to Apply for Admission at LPU | February 10, 2026 |
Last date to upload Video Essay | Exam date + 1 day (for instance, if a candidate appeared for the exam on 24 January, then the last date to upload the video essay will be 25 January. |
Exam Result Declaration | Within 48 hours |
Slot Booking and Date for Interview | A candidate can pick an interview date within 2-7 days after the LPUNEST exam results. |
Result for Interview | Within 24 hours |
Commencement of Classes at LPU | As per Reporting Schedule |
The LPU MBA application process has an elaborate eligibility criterion. Candidates are advised to check and verify the eligibility criteria before applying for the LPU MBA application form. Please find the eligibility criteria details below.
Candidates must have completed their bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent with at least 55% marks from a recognized university.
Or, Completed Company Secretary (CS) from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), Completed Chartered Accountancy (CA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICAI).
Candidates must have appeared in any one of the following exams: LPUNEST, CAT 2025, XAT, MAT, or CMAT.
Here is the step-by-step guide to apply and fill LPU application form 2026. Candidates are advised to go through the following guidelines for smooth application submission.
Step 1: Candidates are required to register themselves on the LPUADMIT portal by providing basic information like Name, Email Address, Mobile Number, State, Gender, and a Password.
Step 2: Set the password at the time of registration, and you will receive an email for verification of your account.
Step 3: Log in to the LPUADMIT portal using your username and password and fill in all the required details for the registration.
Step 4: Pay the LPU application fees 2026 via Credit card, Debit card, UPI, and Net banking.
LPU MBA application fees 2026 is Rs. 1000 for both boys and girls for the LPUNEST kit. The LPU application fees are part of the LPUNEST application. The application fee is to be paid at the time of registration and can be paid via credit card, debit card, UPI, and Netbanking.
The LPU MBA selection process involves several shortlisting levels, starting from academic performance, scores in any one of the following exams: LPUNEST, CAT, XAT, MAT, or CMAT, Shortlisted candidates appear for a video essay and a personal interview before the final selection for MBA admission 2026-28.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, you can join LPU without LPUNEST through any national-level examination from the following: CAT, MAT, XAT, or CMAT.
The LPUNEST 2026 last date is January 15, 2026. Candidates are advised to fill out the application form before the deadline and book a slot for the LPUNEST examination.
The candidates are required to register themselves on the LPUADMIT portal and fill out all the required details. Then, appear for the LPUNEST or any national examination, including CAT, XAT, MAT, or CMAT. Lastly, appear for the video essay and personal interview for the LPU MBA admission.
On Question asked by student community
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With a projected CAT percentile of 87% but not clearing sectional cutoffs, your chances at top IIMs are limited because they require both overall percentile and sectional minimums. However, you still have a good shot at other reputed management institutes and non-IIM B-schools. Consider colleges like NMIMS, SPJIMR, IMT, TAPMI, Great Lakes, and other well-ranked private or state-level B-schools that accept CAT scores and weigh your profile holistically. Your academic record, BSc in Animation with 80%, and 5 years of work experience at Ubisoft India are strong points and may help in institutes that value work experience in their selection process. Also, explore institutes that accept XAT, MAT, or CMAT, where your profile can be competitive.
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NIT Rourkela CAT cutoff range is between 70-85 percentiles for the general category. 70 is the minimum percentile needed to apply, and 85 is the highest percentile. However, the maximum percentile depends on the particular year competition. It can be changed.
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If you filled the UGC NET form under EWS but you don’t have a valid EWS certificate, then forget using the EWS category. They won’t accept it. You’ll automatically be treated as General category during document verification.
And no, this won’t make your form “invalid” or “illegal.” It just means you won’t get the EWS benefit.
So yes — you can still go for General category posts and Professor recruitment. Just don’t try to submit a fake/invalid certificate; that will get you disqualified.
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If your CAT admit card shows your surname first followed by your first name as entered in the form, it is correct. You do not need to worry about this format as long as it matches the details you provided. Ensure all other information on the admit card is accurate and carry it to the exam along with the required identification documents.
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If your CAT admit card has a different date of birth than your Aadhaar card, you should get it corrected immediately . Here’s what you can do:
Check the CAT website : Log in to your candidate portal and look for the option to correct personal details.
Contact the CAT helpdesk : Email or call them explaining the issue. Attach a copy of your Aadhaar card as proof.
Do not ignore it : The date of birth must match your ID, otherwise you may face problems at the exam or during admission.
Usually, the CAT authorities allow corrections before the exam, so act quickly.
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