How can I get admission in LPU to pursue B.Tech through lateral entry after completing Diploma?

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    Dharamveer Dheer Educator at University | Scholar-Level 18

    5 years ago
    Hi Lokesh,
    Eligibility for lateral entry in B.Tech at LPU is passing with 60% aggregate marks in Diploma in engineering in any stream. B.Tech at LPU is a highly sought after course as it has following course benefits:
    1 : Engineering knowledge : Apply the knowledge of mathematics, Science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialisation to the solution of complex engineering problems.
    2 : Problem analysis : Identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
    3 : Design/developme
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    Mehar Sharma Lovely Professional University | Scholar-Level 16

    4 years ago
    Admission in any programme depends on qualifying the Eligibility criteria for the same programme. Qualifying the same, you can proceed for Admissions in the programme. As per the Eligibility, you can join B.Tech Lateral Entry programme. LPU is one of the best private universities in the country with world-class infrastructure, modern facilities and highly qualified faculty. It has around 25000+ Students across the campus in different professional Schools. It offers more than 200 programmes Management, Hotel Management, Computer Application, Engineering, Architecture, Design, Commerce, Fashion Technology, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Parame
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  • Dear Lokesh,
    For admission in lateral B.Tech, the eligibility is passing with 60% aggregate marks in Diploma (engineering). (any stream) 3 years after 10th or 2 years after 10+2 (Non-Medical) or B.Sc. (Non-Medical) or B.Sc. (Computer Science) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPU-NEST. Or
    In case marks scored in Diploma (engineering) or B.Sc (non-medical) or B.Sc (computer science) are 70% or above, then LPU-NEST will be exempted and candidate may apply for admission. Check the link below for more details:
    http://www.lpu.in/programmes/engineering/b-tech-electronics-and-communications-lateral-entry
    For more information, visit LPU camp
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    Jashandeep Matharoo | Guide-Level 11

    5 years ago
    The eligibility for lateral entry in B.Tech at LPU is passing with 60% aggregate marks in Diploma (engineering). (Any stream) (3 years after class 10th) or B.Sc (Non-Medical) or B.Sc (Computer Science) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST-2017. Or, in case marks scored in Diploma (engineering) or B.Sc (Non-Medical) or B.Sc (Computer Science) are 70% or above, then LPUNEST-2020 will be exempted and candidate may apply for admission.
  • Shiksha Ask & Answer

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    Swapnaneel Bhuiya | Scholar-Level 17

    7 years ago
    You have not mentioned your marks. The eligibility for B.Tech Lateral entry is:
    Pass with 60% aggregate marks in Diploma (engineering) (any stream) (3 years after 10th) or B.Sc. (non-medical) or B.Sc. (computer Science) or BCA or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPU-NEST. Or
    In case marks scored in Diploma (engineering) or B.Sc (non-medical) or B.Sc (computer Science) or BCA are 70% or above, then LPU-NEST will be exempted and candidate may apply for admission. For more information, contact the university.
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    Kamal Kaur | Guide-Level 11

    6 years ago
    Hello dear, The Eligibility Criteria for B.Tech. (Lateral Entry) at LPU is passed with 60% aggregate marks in Diploma (engineering. ). (any stream) 3 years after 10th or 2 years. After 10+2 (Non-Medical) or B.Sc. (Non-Medical) or B.Sc. (Computer Science) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPU NEST. (5% relaxation to North East states and Sikkim candidates/ Defence Personnel and their Dependents/ Wards of Kashmir Migrants)
    According to eligibility criteria, LPU NEST (LPU's entrance exam) is compulsory for you. LPU conducts its own entrance exam named as Lovely Professional University National Eligibility and Scholarship Test or LPU NES
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    Mayank Kumar Dwivedi Ph.D Research Scholar, SAGE University, Indore | Contributor-Level 6

    7 years ago
    LPU is a nice university to do engineering. You can get into LPU via multiple modes.
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    Pratibha gogna | Contributor-Level 8

    8 years ago
    Visit the university campus or visit the link mentioned below:
    http://www.lpu.in/
    You may apply before 10th of August.
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    Raghav Sharma | Guide-Level 11

    6 years ago
    Hi, you can get lateral entry admission through the link which is given below-
    www.lpu.in
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    preeti gogna Faculty at LPU | Guide-Level 15

    3 years ago
    Dear Lokesh, you only need 60 percent aggregate marks. If you take LPU NEST then you will get the scholarships that you earn through it, however, it is not mandatory. Another benefit of lateral entry admission would be that you will save one year. The 4 year B Tech would be three years for you. At LPU B Tech CSE is the most popular programme. Other than that, LPU is offering more than 28 most upgraded streams in B.Tech. Like CSE, ECE, IT, Chemical, Aerospace, Bio-Technology, Civil, Mechanical, Robotics, Food Tech. & many More. Most upgraded Industry driven course curriculum also been imposed in B.Tech. CSE (Hons. ). & B.Tech. With Upgr
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