Lentil is a significant legume crop throughout the world where Pakistan stands at 18th position with 8610 tons from 17457 hectares. It is nutritionally rich in protein, carbohydrates, mineral, fat and fiber that can potentially meet food security resolving malnutrition issues. Lentil 220 collections representing Pakistan 184, Syria 14, USA 22 and 04 of unknown origin were studied for high yield, yield contributing traits and early cooking time. Results revealed high variability, 6122 (Pakistan) was considered as best during both years due to its performance as seed yield (68 ± 1.7), biological yield (264 ± 2.8), pod size (0.61 ± 0.01), seed per pod (2), cooking time (11 minutes) and hard seed (0). Comparatively 6122 (Pakistan) and 6042 (Syria) produced the highest biological yield which could also be an efficient source for fodder. 5698 (Pak) and 6015 (USA) took 161–172 days in 2018 while 24783 (unknown) and 5561 (Pak) were matured early in 2019. Lowest cooking time 10 minutes was observed in 6074 and 5745 of Pakistani origin. Lentil with the lowest cooking time saves energy and resources, develops adequate flavor, texture and improves protein digestibility. Pearson correlation matrix, Principal component analysis, structural equational model, cluster analysis, heritability showed promising results. In conclusion 12 genotypes were selected on high yield potential and recommended for lentils breeding including 5664, 5687, 6084, 6062, 6122, 6058, 6087, 5689, 6042, 6074, Markaz 2009 & Punjab 2009.