Quick Summary
Lovely Professional University, in Phagwara, India, is a private that has shaped higher education since 2005. Ranked #801-1000 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 35000 students including 10% from outside India. Known for strengths in Business & Management, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science & Information Systems, it maintains an acceptance rate of 45%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
LPU provides a diverse global campus experience with industry-integrated curriculum and world-class infrastructure.
Subject Strengths
Business & ManagementEngineering & TechnologyComputer Science & Information SystemsHospitality & Leisure Management
Founded2005
TypePrivate
Total Students35000
Intl Students10%
Faculty Ratio15.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size600 acres
Affiliated HospitalsLPU Multi-specialty Hospital
AccreditationUGC, ACBSP (USA), ICAR, NCTE, BCI, PCI, AIU, COA
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-1000
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#601-800
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
Not Available
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Engineering, Management, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Law, Agriculture, Fashion Design, Journalism, Fine Arts, Hotel Management, Physiotherapy
Programs
Available in 50+ disciplines including Engineering, Science, Management, and Humanities
PhD Programs
LPU Online offers MBA, MCA, M.Com, MA, BBA, BCA, B.Com, BA
Online Programs
Center for Research and Development, Space Research Center, Robotics and Intelligent Systems Lab
Research Centers
High
Research Output
UGC, ACBSP (USA), ICAR, NCTE, BCI, PCI, AIU, COA
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate45%
IELTS6
TOEFL70
Min GPA6.0/10.0 or 60% in qualifying exam
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATAccepted for undergraduate admissions
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · July 31, 2025
SPRINGApplication Deadline · January 15, 2026
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Focus on performing well in the LPUNEST entrance exam as it determines both admission and scholarship slabs.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹280,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹150,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹320,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$12
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹450,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableLPUNEST Scholarship, Merit-based, Sports, Cultural, and COVID-19 Frontline Worker scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidEducational loan assistance through tie-ups with major Indian banks
Work-StudyAvailable (Part-time Earn-While-Learn scheme)
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Engineering, Management, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Law, Agriculture, Fashion Design, Journalism, Fine Arts, Hotel Management, Physiotherapy programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| MBA | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| B.Pharm | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| B.Sc Agriculture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$7,500
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementActive placement cell with 500+ partner companies including Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
Industry Connections
CiscoBoschMicrosoftGoogleInteland Oracle
Notable Alumni
Neeraj Chopra (Olympic Gold Medalist), Manju Rani (Boxer), Utkarsh Rai
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, on-campus residential facilities for over 25,000 students
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size swimming pool, indoor stadium, shooting range, gyms, and multiple outdoor courts
Student Clubs
Over 100 student-led clubs including Robotics, Literature, Music, and Entrepreneurship
Library Resources
Central library with over 1 million books, e-books, and research journals
Exchange Programs
150+ international partnerships with universities in USA, UK, Canada, and Australia
Summer Programs
International summer schools and industry-led short-term certifications