Overview
Lovely Professional University (LPU) is a NAAC A++ accredited university with a 3.68/4 score and UGC Category-I Graded Autonomy, situated on a single integrated campus in Chaheru, Phagwara, Punjab. Established in 2005, the university is recognised by UGC under Section 12B and holds professional approvals from NCTE, PCI, COA and BCI. LPU offers more than 150 programmes across engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, management, commerce, pharmacy, law, agriculture, architecture, design, media, hospitality, education, humanities, and health and applied sciences.
LPU is known for its career-oriented academic model, industry-linked curriculum, innovation ecosystem, startup incubation, international collaborations and credit-transfer opportunities. Its infrastructure includes advanced laboratories, digital learning spaces, central libraries, sports and cultural facilities, student residences and dedicated placement-support services. With students from across India and numerous other countries, the campus provides a diverse and activity-rich learning environment.
The university has strong national and international recognition, including 31st rank among Indian universities in NIRF 2025 and 4th in India in THE World University Rankings 2027. It also has strong subject standings in pharmacy, agriculture, law, architecture, engineering and management education. LPU’s placement network includes thousands of recruiters, Fortune 500 employers and leading technology companies, supported by internships, live projects and structured professional training. Scholarships based on LPUNEST, qualifying examinations, sports and other categories can substantially reduce tuition, making LPU a practical choice for students seeking recognised multidisciplinary education, employability and global exposure.
Admissions generally depend on the selected programme and may involve LPUNEST, national entrance tests, portfolio requirements or interviews. LPU encourages experiential learning through research projects, hackathons, industry certifications, entrepreneurship and community activities. Mentoring, career counselling, internships and higher-education guidance help students connect their academic choices with long-term professional goals.
Rankings
- NAAC Accreditation: A++ grade with an institutional score of 3.68 out of 4.
- UGC Recognition: Category-I Graded Autonomy and recognised under Section 12B of the UGC Act.
- Professional Approvals: Programmes are approved or recognised by NCTE, PCI, COA and BCI, as applicable.
- NIRF 2025: Ranked 31st among Indian universities and 49th in the overall category.
- NIRF 2025 Subject Rankings: Pharmacy – 13th, Agriculture and Allied Sectors – 17th, Law – 26th, Architecture and Planning – 24th, Management – 44th, and Engineering – 48th.
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Ranked 4th in India and placed in the 501–550 global band.
- QS World University Rankings 2027: Placed in the 791–800 global band.
- THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026: Ranked 1st in India and 23rd globally.
- WURI 2026: Ranked 4th in India and 78th globally for innovation.
- ARIIA 2024: Ranked 3rd in its Indian institutional category for innovation achievements.
Courses & Fees
| Courses | Total Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (4 years) | ₹11.2–16 lakh | 10+2 with PCM; LPUNEST/JEE/CUET as applicable |
| MBA (2 years) | ₹5.6–10.8 lakh | Graduation with 55%; LPUNEST/CAT/MAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT |
| B.Des (4 years) | ₹6.4–11.2 lakh | 10+2; LPUNEST/UCEED/NID/NIFT as applicable |
| B.Sc (3 years) | ₹3–9.6 lakh | 10+2 with relevant subjects |
| B.Sc (Hons.) Agriculture (4 years) | ₹6.4 lakh approx. | 10+2 with PCB/PCM or Agriculture |
| BA (3 years) | ₹3–4.8 lakh | 10+2 pass |
| BBA (3 years) | ₹3–7.2 lakh | 10+2 with 50%; LPUNEST as applicable |
| BCA (3 years) | ₹4.8–7.2 lakh | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.Com (3 years) | ₹4.8–7.2 lakh | 10+2 with 50% |
| B.Pharm (4 years) | ₹9.6 lakh | 10+2 with PCB/PCM; LPUNEST as applicable |
| LL.B (3 years) | ₹4.8 lakh | Graduation with 50% |
| BA LL.B / BBA LL.B (5 years) | ₹12–14 lakh | 10+2 with 60–90%; CLAT/LPUNEST as applicable |
| Diploma Programmes | ₹20,000–3 lakh | Class 10 with 50% and relevant subjects |
| M.Sc (2 years) | ₹2–8.8 lakh | Bachelor’s degree with 50% in a relevant subject |
| B.Ed (2 years) | ₹1.2 lakh | Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with 50% |
| MA (2 years) | ₹40,000–6.4 lakh | Bachelor’s degree with 50% |
| M.Tech (2 years) | ₹3.2–4 lakh | Relevant B.Tech/MCA/M.Sc; LPUNEST/GATE |
| M.Com (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | B.Com or related degree |
| MCA (2 years) | ₹4–4.8 lakh | Relevant graduation; LPUNEST/CUET as applicable |
| M.Pharm (2 years) | ₹3.2–4.8 lakh | B.Pharm with 55%; LPUNEST/GPAT |
| Ph.D | ₹3–14.4 lakh | Master’s degree with 55% or equivalent eligibility |
| LL.M (2 years) | ₹3.2 lakh | LL.B with 50% |
| B.Arch (5 years) | ₹12 lakh | 10+2 with 50% and Mathematics; NATA |
| MSW (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | Bachelor’s degree with 50% |
| BPT (4.5 years approx.) | ₹7.2 lakh approx. | 10+2 with PCB; LPUNEST as applicable |
| MHA (2 years) | ₹4 lakh | Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline |
| BSW (3 years) | ₹3 lakh | 10+2 with 60% |
| M.Des (2 years) | ₹3.2 lakh | Relevant bachelor’s degree with 50% |
| BFA (4 years) | ₹4 lakh | 10+2 pass |
| Integrated BBA-MBA (5 years) | ₹10 lakh | 10+2 with 60% |
| M.Arch (2 years) | ₹3.2 lakh | B.Arch with 50% |
| BHMCT (4 years) | ₹6 lakh | 10+2 with 50% |
| MPT (2 years) | ₹3.2 lakh | BPT with 50% |
| B.P.Ed (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | Bachelor’s degree and sports requirements |
| M.P.Ed (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | B.P.Ed or equivalent |
| B.Lib (1 year) | ₹20,000 | Graduation with 50% |
| M.Lib (1 year) | ₹20,000 | B.Lib with 50% |
| MFA (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | BFA or relevant degree with 50% |
| BPA (3 years) | ₹3 lakh | 10+2 pass |
| MPA (2 years) | ₹2 lakh | Bachelor’s degree |
| BA-B.Ed / B.Sc-B.Ed | ₹2.4 lakh approx. | 10+2 with 50% in a relevant stream |
| B.Ed-M.Ed Integrated | ₹1.8 lakh approx. | Postgraduate degree with 55% in a relevant subject |
| B.Plan (4 years) | ₹6.4 lakh | 10+2 with 50% |
| M.Plan (2 years) | ₹3.2 lakh | Relevant bachelor’s degree with 50% |
| BTTM (4 years) | ₹8 lakh | 10+2 with 50% |
| M.Ed (2 years) | ₹1.2 lakh | B.Ed or equivalent with 50% |
Placements
- Placement scale: More than 2,225 recruiters have hired LPU students, with over 6,000 offers reported from Fortune 500 companies.
- High-value placements: In the combined Class of 2025 and 2026 placement cycle, 2,236 students received offers of ₹10 lakh or above.
- Highest package: The highest package reported for the 2025/26 cycle reached ₹2.5 crore per annum.
- Average packages: The average salary of the top 25% placed students is reported at ₹10.23 LPA, while the top 10% of the 2026 batch averaged approximately ₹12.20 LPA.
- Leading packages: Students received offers of around ₹58 LPA from Google, ₹53 LPA from Microsoft, ₹48.64 LPA from Amazon and up to ₹47.61 LPA from ServiceNow.
- Major recruiters: Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, IBM, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Adobe, JP Morgan, BNY, Federal Bank, Samsung, Bosch, HCL, Trident and numerous product-based technology firms.
- Placement volume: Accenture made 805 offers, Capgemini made 578 offers and Cognizant made 263 offers in the latest reported cycle.
- Programme-level outcomes: The university reports placement rates of approximately 90–95% among interested and eligible CSE/IT and MBA students.
- International opportunities: Students have received placements and internships in the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, Japan, the Middle East and other international markets.
- Placement training: The Centre for Professional Enhancement provides technical, aptitude and soft-skill training through mock interviews, group discussions, industry assessments and resume-building programmes.
- Internships and projects: The curriculum includes short-term internships, full-semester internships, live projects and industry immersion opportunities.
- Entrepreneurship: LPU’s incubation ecosystem has supported more than 300 startups through mentoring, funding guidance and innovation facilities.
- Historical record: Earlier cycles include a reported international alumnus package above ₹3 crore and a domestic package of ₹62.72 lakh.
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