Is it compulsory to appear for CAT/MAT/GMAT to get admission in LPU?

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    Ashish Sharma Education Consultant, Political Analyst, traveler. | Scholar-Level 17

    5 years ago
    Hi,
    It is not mandatory to appear for CAT/MAT/GMAT to get Admission in Mittal School of Business, LPU. Earlier it was LPUNEST which was mandatory to qualify but due to Covid outbreak across the country the selection process is relaxed a bit, the entrance exam will now act as scholarship exam, and he interview will be the major criteria, however you need to have 55% plus marks in your graduation for eligibility.
    The interviews are being done online.
    You can visit the website for application, admission and slot booking for interview as whole process is now online. For more and better information you can visit University website or call the
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    Khushal Arora | Scholar-Level 16

    5 years ago
    Hello,
    No, it is not mandatory to appear for CAT/MAT/GMAT for admission in LPU for MBA. You have to qualify any one of these or LPUNEST for admission in LPU.
    You will be glad to know that due to COVID-19, for admission in 2020 batch ,LPU has relaxed it's eligibility criteria and due to which , LPUNEST- Test is exempted and you have to qualify LPUNEST- interview only. Also, you require 55% and above in Graduation.
    Choosing LPU for MBA is your best decision. MBA from Lovely Professional University is simulated as real world, making the learning close to reality. Wide range of emerging specialization areas are on offer.
    Yes, you heard it rig
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    Tashi | Guide-Level 15

    5 years ago
    In order to take admission in LPU, you have to be eligible.
    On inquiring I came to know that the eligibility is 55% in Graduation + Interview
    CAT/MAT/GAT are not mandatory to appear, you can appear in LPUNEST(remotely online proctored test from home will be conducted) which serves two purposes i.e Eligibility and Scholarship.
    I also came to know that LPU do offer scholarship to provide financial assistance to the students:
    1.On the basis of marks in previous class
    2.LPU conducts Lovely professional university national entrance and scholarship test (LPUNEST) on the basis of which student can enhance their scholarship
    3.Some national level t
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    pooja jadav | Guide-Level 11

    4 months ago
    No, the Institute runs its own independent entrance exam, the LPUNEST. To verify the application deadlines, go to their official website.
    LPUNEST not only beneficial for getting admission in LPU it is also helpful for avail the opportunity of scholarship.
    Hope this helpful!!
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    arzoo malhotra | Guide-Level 11

    3 years ago
    LPU is well-known for its MBA programme. LPU offers a high-quality education, as well as excellent funding options and comprehensive learning opportunities.
    Criteria for Eligibility (Qualifying Exam)
    Pass with 55 percent aggregate marks in Bachelors degree (any discipline) or equivalent, subject to qualifying LPUNEST or CAT or MAT or XAT or NMAT or CMAT and Interview or Completed Company Secretary (CS) from Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) or Completed Chartered Accountancy (CA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) or Completed Cost & Management Accountancy (CMA) from Institute of Cost Accountants of In
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    YogyaaOSharma | Contributor-Level 7

    8 months ago

    Students need not take CAT, MAT, or GMAT to apply for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program at Lovely Professional University (LPU). For MBA admission at LPU you can choose either LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test) as an alternative to CAT or MAT or GMAT. The aptitude assessment in this exam awards scholarship opportunities based on your performance results.

    The use of existing CAT, MAT or GMAT valid scores enables admission without signing up for LPUNEST. Admission eligibility at LPU depends on passing national examinations which the university accepts for admission assessments

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    Nishchhal Madaan

    8 months ago

    Hello there,

    It is not compulsory to appear for CAT, MAT, GMAT, or any other national-level entrance exam to get admission into the MBA program at Lovely Professional University. LPU conducts its own entrance and scholarship test called LPUNEST, which serves as a primary admission criterion for candidates who have not taken any other management entrance exam. Applicants can choose to appear for LPUNEST to qualify for admission as well as to avail scholarships based on their performance in the test.

    However, if a candidate has already appeared for national-level exams like CAT, MAT, or GMAT, they can submit those scores as part of the adm

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    preeti gogna Faculty at LPU | Guide-Level 15

    3 years ago
    Hi there, LPU conducts its own test, LPUNEST. It is both an entrance as well as scholarship test. The MBA aspirants need to qualify it followed by an interview.
    Mittal School of Business is a favorite among MBA aspirants from across the country and the globe for its industry-oriented curriculum, interactive hands-on pedagogy, and intense industry interface. A multidisciplinary campus and multicultural environment suffused with student activity ensure the all-around development of its graduates, grooming them for successful entrepreneurship and global careers.
    LPU is a brand and Mittal School of Business has been ranked 37 in the country.
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    Sampreet Kaur

    8 months ago

    At Lovely Professional University (LPU), it's not compulsory to appear for CAT, MAT, or GMAT to get admission into the MBA program. LPU offers direct admission through the LPU NEST (National Entrance and Scholarship Test), which is an internal exam conducted by the university. This makes it easier for students to apply without the need for external entrance exams.

    Why LPU's Admission Process is Convenient:

    • LPU NEST: The university conducts its own entrance test, which focuses on topics that are relevant to your future MBA studies. It gives you a chance to secure admission based on your performance in the test.

    • No Pressure from External Ex

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    Vidushi Sharma | Contributor-Level 10

    8 months ago

    hi,

    No, it is not compulsory to appear for CAT, MAT, GMAT, or other national-level entrance exams to get admission into the MBA program at Lovely Professional University (LPU). LPU conducts its own entrance test known as LPUNEST (Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test), which is widely accepted for MBA admissions at the university. Candidates who qualify LPUNEST become eligible for admission and scholarships.

    However, if you have already appeared for exams like CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or GMAT and scored well, you can use those scores instead of taking LPUNEST. LPU accepts these scores for admission and may als

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