Lovely Professional University Jalandhar offers M.Tech in 11 major specializations. LPU M.Tech Admission 2024 is ongoing. Admission to M.Tech at LPU will be done through the LPUNEST entrance examination. LPU Jalandhar is ranked 50th in Engineering by NIRF Ranking 2023 and 6th by THE World University Rankings 2023. Aspiring candidates can apply online on the official website- admission.lpu.in. 

LPU M.Tech Fees 2024 

LPU M.Tech Fee is INR 1,20,000 per semester. The table given below shows the fee structure of M.Tech at LPU Jalandhar:

Particulars Fees
Per Semester Course Fee INR 1,20,000
Per Semester Examination Fee INR 4,500
Total Course Fee INR 4,98,000
Semester Fee for International Applicants (except Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal and Bangladesh) US $ 2,950
Exam Fee for International Applicants (except Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal and Bangladesh) US $75
Semester Fee for International Applicants from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal and Bangladesh INR 1,20,000

LPU M.Tech Admission 2024 Dates

LPU M.Tech Admission 2024 has begun through LPUNEST. Given below are the LPUNEST 2024 Dates for admission to M.Tech programs at Lovely Professional University:  

Particulars  Phase 3 
Online Registration Starts on August 01, 2024 
Last Date for Admission August 31, 2024
Last Date to Apply & Book Slot 3 Days Before the Entrance Exam 
Date of Entrance Exam August 3 – August 15, 2024
Exam Result  Within 48 Working Hours

LPU M.Tech Course 

M.Tech or Masters in Technology at Lovely Professional University (LPU) is a 2-year professional engineering program in various disciplines. The program is divided into 4 semesters, each of six (6) months duration with both written and practical examinations conducted at the end of each semester. All the courses are available in full-time mode. Admission to the M.Tech program will be based on performance in the National Entrance and Scholarship Test, LPUNEST. The university offers a 2-year M.Tech course in eleven major disciplines. LPU also offers an M.Tech Biotechnology (1+1 with International Credit Transfer Option). Additionally, it provides M.Tech CSE (By Research) (1+1 with International Credit Transfer Option) in tie-up with Southern Federal University Russia and Victoria University of Wellington New Zealand. 

LPU M.Tech Specializations 

LPU offers M.Tech in various specializations. Some of the most opted LPU M.Tech specializations are Computer Science and Engineering, Biotechnology, VLSI Design, Aerospace Engineering, etc. The table given below shows the Lovely Professional University M.Tech major specializations:

LPU M.Tech Specializations
Food Technology Computer Science And Engineering Construction Management Biotechnology
Data Science and Analytics Information Security And Cyber Forensics VLSI Design Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence 
Power System Aerospace Engineering Structural Engineering

LPU M.Tech Eligibility Criteria

Students interested in taking admission to M.Tech at LPU Punjab must fulfil the following eligibility criteria:

  • Candidate must have passed B.Tech (CSE/ Information Technology/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering)/ MCA/ M.Sc. (Information Technology or Computer Science) with a minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST.
  • A 5% relaxation to Sikkim and Northeast states candidates or Defence Personnel and their Dependents or wards of Kashmiri migrants.
  • Candidates desirous of taking M.Tech admission to any of the specialized courses must qualify for the National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) conducted by the University itself. 
  • The university also offers admission based on merit in GATE or CUET.

LPU M.Tech Admission is based on scores in LPUNEST 2024 as well as marks secured in the last qualifying examination followed by Counselling conducted by the college. Those candidates having valid scores in GATE or CUET will be also considered for scholarships. Follow the steps given below to apply for LPU M.Tech Admission 2024:

Step 1: Signup

  • Register on the LPU official admission portal with all the basic details required (Name, Email ID, Mobile No., State, Gender and Password). 
  • After successful registration, you will get an email on your registered email ID.
  • Login to LPU ADMIT using your previously created username and password.

Step 2: Apply for LPUNEST

  • LPUNEST is an online entrance test conducted to offer admission to B.Tech programs and other courses.
  • The application form and a soft copy of the LPUNEST Kit cost INR 1000 (for boys) and INR 500 (for girls).
  • The cost of the application form and the printed LPUNEST kit is Rs.1500 (for boys) and INR 1000 (for girls).
  • Fill out the test application form.

Step 3: Book the exam slot

  • Book the time slot as per your preferred date, time, and venue to appear in the test.
  • You can choose from the 200 cities in India where the test will be conducted.
  • Download the examination hall ticket.

Step 4: Result and Seat Allotment (Online Counselling)

  • Get your scorecard/ rank.
  • Fill in the seat preference.
    • The student can give preferences which can vary in-stream and program.
  • In the first round of counselling, depending upon the seat availability and preferences filled by the candidates, a particular preference number would be allotted.
  • Download the allotment letter and proceed to the admission step.

Step 5: Admission

  • Deposit initial payment of INR 10,000.
  • After the successful realization of the payment, a Provisional Registration Number will be produced and sent to the email address you provided.
  • Upload the required documents.
  • The balance fee must be deposited within the university's deadlines.

LPU M.Tech Scholarship 2024 

LPU provides scholarships to its students based on various parameters. Scholarships for M.Tech students at LPU are as follows:

LPU M.Tech Scholarship based on Marks in Graduation 

Details Scholarship Amount (per semester)
90% or above aggregate marks in Graduation INR 60,000 (50% of Programme Fee)
80% - 89.99% or above aggregate marks in Graduation INR 54,000 (45% of Programme Fee)
70% – 79.99% or above aggregate marks in Graduation INR 48,000 (40% of Programme Fee)

LPU M.Tech Scholarship on the basis of LPUNEST

Percentage Slab Scholarship amount (per semester) 
LPUNEST (M.Tech) score more than or equal to Category I cut-off INR 60,000 (50% of Programme Fee)
LPUNEST (M.Tech) score more than or equal to Category II cut-off  INR 54,000 (45% of Programme Fee)
LPUNEST (M.Tech) score more than or equal to Category III cut-off INR 48,000 (40% of Programme Fee)

LPU M.Tech Scholarship based on GATE 

Percentage Slab Scholarship amount (per semester) 
GATE Percentile more than or equal to 90 INR 60,000 (50% of Programme Fee)
GATE Percentile equal to 85 but less than 90 INR 54,000 (45% of Programme Fee)
GATE Percentile equal to 80 but less than 85 INR 48,000 (40% of Programme Fee

LPU M.Tech Placement 2024 

LPU offers good placement opportunities for various PG courses including M.Tech. The highest package for M.Tech at LPU is INR 62.72 LPA. More than 2350 dream and super dream offers were made by 900+ recruiters for M.Tech students enrolled at Lovely Professional University. The average package of M.Tech at LPU is INR 14.97 LPA (Top 10%). The table given below shows the LPU M.Tech Placement highlights:

Particulars Placement Highlights 
Highest Package INR 62.72 LPA
Average Package (Top 10%) INR 14.97 LPA
No. of Recruiters 900+
No. of Offers 2350+

LPU M.Tech FAQs

Ques. Does LPU Jalandhar provide M.Tech admission to foreign students?

Ans. Yes, LPU provides admission for international students. Desirous candidates can apply online through the university's official website by filling out the application form and making the necessary payments.

Ques. Is M.Tech available in LPU?

Ans. Lovely Professional University offers a 2-year M.Tech course in eleven major disciplines. LPU also offers an M.Tech Biotechnology (1+1 with International Credit Transfer Option). Additionally, it provides M.Tech CSE (By Research) (1+1 with International Credit Transfer Option) in tie-up with Southern Federal University Russia and Victoria University of Wellington New Zealand. 

Ques. What is the eligibility criteria for M.Tech at LPU Jalandhar?

Ans. To apply for M.Tech at LPU, the candidate must have passed B.Tech (CSE/ Information Technology/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics Engineering)/ MCA/ M.Sc. (Information Technology or Computer Science) with a minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST. A 5% relaxation to Sikkim and Northeast states candidates or Defence Personnel and their Dependents or wards of Kashmiri migrants.

Ques. What scholarships are offered by LPU Punjab for M.Tech based on merit in GATE?

Ans. LPU provides M.Tech scholarships based on merit in GATE. Students securing more than 90 percentile in GATE will be offered a tuition fee waiver of INR 60,000 as a 50% scholarship. The candidates who will secure GATE Percentile equal to 85 but less than 90 will be entitled for a 45% scholarship.

Ques. What is the highest package of M.Tech at LPU?

Ans. The highest package for M.Tech at LPU is INR 62.72 LPA. More than 2350 dream and super dream offers were made by 900+ recruiters for M.Tech students enrolled at Lovely Professional University.