LPU NEST Engineering Cutoff 2027
Expected Cutoff 2027 & Previous Year Cutoffs — Lovely Professional University National Entrance and Scholarship Test for Engineering
Disclaimer: Cutoff data shown is estimated based on previous year trends and historical patterns. These figures are for reference only. Check the official Lovely Professional University, Phagwara website for exact and authoritative cutoff marks.
Expected Cutoff 2027 — LPU NEST Engineering
| Category | Cutoff Marks | Cutoff % |
|---|---|---|
| General / UR | 220 | 55.0% |
| EWS | 191 | 47.8% |
| OBC (NCL) | 198 | 49.5% |
| SC | 154 | 38.5% |
| ST | 143 | 35.8% |
| PwD | 110 | 27.5% |
* Cutoff marks are estimated. General cutoff = 55% of 400 total marks, adjusted per category.
Previous Year Cutoff Trends (General Category)
| Year | General Cutoff Marks | Cutoff % |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 220 | 55.0% |
| 2025 | 213 | 53.3% |
| 2024 | 207 | 51.7% |
Trend Analysis: Cutoffs for LPU NEST Engineering show an upward trend year over year (+3–6% annually). Plan to score 10–15% above the cutoff to secure selection comfortably.
Factors Affecting LPU NEST Engineering Cutoff
Number of Applicants
Higher competition typically raises the cutoff as more candidates vie for the same seats.
Paper Difficulty
A tougher paper generally results in lower cutoffs; an easier paper tends to push cutoffs higher.
Number of Vacancies / Seats
Fewer seats mean a higher cutoff; more seats available can bring the cutoff down.
Reservation Policies
Different categories (OBC, SC, ST, EWS, PwD) have separate cutoffs as mandated by government policy.
Important Dates
Registration Opens
January 2027
Exam Date
April 2027
Conducting Body
Lovely Professional University, Phagwara
Frequency
Annual (January-April)
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