Hey, so for BTech Mechanical Eng (Mechatronics) at LPU, reserved category folks like from North-East states, Sikkim, defence families, or Kashmiri migrants get a chill 5% relaxation on the usual 60% aggregate in 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, English (Maths too usually).? That means you need around 55% overall to qualify, super doable if you've got decent boards. Admission's mostly via LPUNEST or JEE Mains scores through counselling, but skip the test if you smashed 90% in 12th—straight merit shot! LPU's got this smooth online apply on their site, and it's awesome for hands-on mechatronics vibes with solid labs.? As a student eyeing it, LPU feels right 'cause placements rock (avg 10LPA potential) and scholarships ease the load for us reserved peeps. Go check lpu.in for 2026 updates—worth it dude!