LPU Fees 2026: Course Fees, Hostel, Scholarships & Total Cost

A student-friendly guide to the real cost of studying at Lovely Professional University

Phagwara, Punjab · Official LPU Website ↗
Information reviewed: 28 September 2026 · Programme fees, admission rules and placement figures can change by cycle; verify the linked official source before applying.
B.Tech₹1.40–2.00L/sem*
MBA₹2.20L/sem*
BBA/BCA₹80K/sem
HostelFrom ₹83K*
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LPU Fees 2026: Quick Snapshot

LPU fees vary by programme and specialisation. The most useful way to compare cost is to look at semester tuition, additional academic charges, residential cost and scholarship eligibility together.

Important

Some official LPU fee tables are dynamically rendered. Where an exact Indian figure is not exposed in the official page text, this guide clearly labels current reported figures rather than presenting an unsupported number as an official fee.


LPU Course-wise Fees 2026

ProgrammeCurrent feeApprox. tuition for full duration
B.Tech₹1.40–2.00 lakh/semester depending on branch₹11.20–16.00 lakh
B.Tech CSE₹1.60 lakh/semester₹12.80 lakh
MBA₹2.20 lakh/semester for standard MBA; specialisations can be higherAbout ₹8.80 lakh
BBA₹80,000/semester₹4.80 lakh
BCA₹80,000/semester₹4.80 lakh
MCA₹1.00 lakh/semester₹4.00 lakh
LL.B.₹80,000/semester reported₹4.80 lakh
B.A. LL.B.₹1.40 lakh/semester reported₹14.00 lakh
B.Pharm₹1.20 lakh/semester reported₹9.60 lakh
B.DesMostly ₹1.40 lakh/semester reportedAbout ₹11.20 lakh
M.Tech₹80,000–1.00 lakh/semester reported₹3.20–4.00 lakh

Additional LPU Charges Students Should Budget For

CostCurrent guidance
Examination feeOften ₹5,000/semester on popular UG/PG routes; verify programme.
Uniform₹4,000 one-time is published on several programme pages.
HostelDepends on room type and timing.
MessDepends on meal plan.
Laundry₹5,400/year published for 2026-27.
Gym/sportsOptional charges vary by facility.

LPU Hostel Fees 2026-27

Room typeEarly-decision feeAfter 31 Aug 2026
4-seater air-cooled₹83,000/year₹93,000
4-seater AC₹93,000₹1.03 lakh
3-seater AC₹1.13 lakh₹1.23 lakh
2-seater AC₹1.33 lakh₹1.43 lakh
1-seater AC₹1.53 lakh₹1.63 lakh
Read the full LPU hostel guide →

LPU Mess Fees 2026-27

Meal planAnnual fee
Four meals₹50,000
Three meals₹46,000
Two meals₹42,000
Ala carte four meals₹58,000

LPU Scholarships 2026: How Can You Reduce Fees?

LPU offers scholarships through LPUNEST, qualifying-exam marks, national entrance tests, sports, cultural, innovation and other categories. Scholarship amount depends on programme and category.

Scholarship routeWhat determines benefit
LPUNESTTest score/cut-off.
Academic meritClass 12 or graduation performance.
National testsApplicable exam and score.
AchievementsSports, cultural, innovation and other credentials.
Need-based aidIncome/category conditions.
Check official scholarship policy ↗

How to Calculate Your LPU Net Fee

Use this simple calculation: tuition + academic charges + hostel and mess costs + mess + personal costs − scholarship benefit. Do not subtract scholarship from hostel unless the specific scheme says so.

Example

If a course costs ₹8 lakh in tuition and you receive a 40% tuition scholarship, the tuition component becomes ₹4.8 lakh. Hostel, mess and other costs remain separate unless specifically covered.


LPU Fee Payment & Education Loans

Students who cannot fund the entire programme upfront should compare education-loan interest, moratorium, collateral requirements and scholarship-adjusted principal. Keep all fee receipts and scholarship communications.


Is LPU Fee Worth Paying?

ROI depends on programme, scholarship and career outcome. A ₹4.8 lakh BCA or BBA has a different ROI equation from a ₹12.8 lakh B.Tech CSE or ₹8.8 lakh MBA. Compare total cost with realistic—not exceptional—salary outcomes.

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LPU Fees & Scholarships FAQs

What is the LPU B.Tech fee?

Many B.Tech fees branches are reported around ₹1.40–2.00 lakh per semester; CSE is ₹1.60 lakh per semester.

What is LPU MBA fee?

The standard MBA fees is currently reported around ₹2.20 lakh per semester; specialised routes can differ.

What is LPU hostel fee?

2026-27 hostel rates vary by room type, starting around ₹83,000 for a four-seater air-cooled room under the early-decision schedule.