Lovely Professional University Online

NAAC A++ accredited online degrees from Lovely Professional University

Private universityJalandhar, PunjabEst. 2005

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NAAC A++
UGC-DEB approved
AICTE approved
NIRF #27

Programmes

Fees from

₹80,000 total

NAAC score

A++

Our rating

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Programmes & fees

Online MA

MA · online · 2 yrs · 2027 intake

₹80,000

₹40,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

Bachelor's degree in any discipline. 5 specialisations available.

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Online M.Sc

MSC · online · 2 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1 L

₹50,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

B.Sc or equivalent bachelor's degree in a related discipline. 3 specialisations available.

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Online M.Com

MCOM · online · 2 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1 L

₹50,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

B.Com or equivalent bachelor's degree.

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Online BA

BA · online · 3 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1.20 L

₹40,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board. 8 specialisations available.

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Online B.Com

BCOM · online · 3 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1.20 L

₹40,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board.

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Online BCA

BCA · online · 3 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1.50 L

₹50,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

10+2 (or equivalent) with Mathematics as a subject.

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Online BBA

BBA · online · 3 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1.50 L

₹50,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

10+2 (or equivalent) from a recognised board.

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Online MCA

MCA · online · 2 yrs · 2027 intake

₹1.60 L

₹80,000/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

Bachelor's degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or graduation level. 6 specialisations spanning software development, data science and cloud technologies.

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Online MBA

MBA · online · 2 yrs · 2027 intake

₹2 L

₹1 L/yr

Fee breakdown & eligibility

Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate marks. 16 specialisations, including Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations and Business Analytics.

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LPU Online is the distance-learning division of Lovely Professional University (LPU), one of India's largest private universities by enrolment. Its online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are UGC-DEB approved and backed by a NAAC A++ accreditation — the top band on NAAC's scale — which places LPU among the more highly rated private universities offering online degrees in India. This guide covers fees for every programme, eligibility, how classes and exams work, the admission process, career support and the questions students ask most often.

LPU Online at a glance

A++

NAAC grade (top band)

#27

NIRF university-category rank

UGC-DEB

Approved online degrees

₹80,000

Lowest total fee (Online MA)

2005

University established

Online programmes on offer

About Lovely Professional University

Lovely Professional University was established in 2005 in Jalandhar, Punjab, and has since grown into one of the largest single-campus private universities in India, with a wide spread of engineering, management, agriculture, law and design programmes on campus. LPU Online extends the same faculty pool and curriculum design to distance learners, with a NAAC A++ rating and a NIRF university-category rank of 27 backing the on-campus reputation the online degrees inherit.

Why students choose LPU Online

NAAC A++ is the highest grade NAAC awards — a strong signal of institutional quality across teaching, infrastructure and governance.

UGC-DEB and AICTE approval means the degree is valid for private-sector employment, government roles that accept a regular degree, and further higher education.

Live online classes with recordings available afterwards, so a missed session never means missed content.

AI-based remote proctoring for exams — no travel to a test centre required.

Career support mirrors the on-campus placement cell: CV workshops, mock interviews, industry webinars and access to LPU's incubation centres for students interested in entrepreneurship.

A broad postgraduate specialisation catalogue — 16 MBA tracks — for aligning the degree closely to a specific career path.

What UGC-DEB, NAAC and AICTE approval actually mean

Three approvals matter when evaluating any online degree, and it is worth knowing what each one actually certifies. UGC-DEB (the University Grants Commission's Distance Education Bureau) approval is what makes an online degree legally equivalent to a regular one for jobs and further study — without it, recognition is not guaranteed. NAAC grades the university's overall quality on a scale up to A++, which LPU holds. AICTE approval applies specifically to technical and management programmes such as the MBA, MCA and BBA. Checking all three — not just the marketing copy — is the first filter any applicant should apply before shortlisting an online university, and LPU clears all three for its online division.

Online programme fees at LPU

Programme	Duration	Total fee	Per year
Online MBA	2 years	₹2,00,000	₹1,00,000
Online MCA	2 years	₹1,60,000	₹80,000
Online M.Com	2 years	₹1,00,000	₹50,000
Online M.Sc	2 years	₹1,00,000	₹50,000
Online MA	2 years	₹80,000	₹40,000
Online BCA	3 years	₹1,50,000	₹50,000
Online BBA	3 years	₹1,50,000	₹50,000
Online B.Com	3 years	₹1,20,000	₹40,000
Online BA	3 years	₹1,20,000	₹40,000

Online MBA — 16 specialisations, 2 years, ₹2,00,000+

LPU's flagship postgraduate programme, with specialisation tracks typically spanning Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations and Business Analytics, plus a Dual MBA option combining two specialisations. Eligibility: a bachelor's degree of at least 3 years from a recognised university, generally with 50% aggregate marks — confirm the exact cutoff for your chosen specialisation with admissions. Suited to working professionals looking to move into management roles or switch industries.

Online MCA — 6 specialisations, 2 years, ₹1,60,000+

For graduates with Mathematics at 10+2 or degree level who want a postgraduate computing qualification alongside a full-time job, with tracks spanning software development, data science and cloud technologies.

Online BBA — 3 years, ₹1,50,000+

An undergraduate management degree for 10+2 pass-outs, delivered through the same live-class format as LPU's postgraduate online programmes — a practical entry route into a management career.

Online BCA, B.Com, BA, M.Com, MA, M.Sc+

The rest of the catalogue spans computer applications, commerce, arts (8 specialisation options) and science at both undergraduate and postgraduate level — see the fee table above for exact pricing and duration. Undergraduate eligibility is 10+2 pass; postgraduate programmes require the corresponding bachelor's degree.

How classes and exams are conducted

LPU Online runs live classes rather than a purely recorded-lecture format — sessions are streamed at scheduled times with direct faculty interaction, and every session is also recorded for later viewing. Examinations use AI-based remote proctoring, so no visit to a physical centre is needed. Coursework, assignments and access to LPU's digital library — case studies, journals and scholarly articles — all run through the university's LMS and its companion mobile app.

The biggest difference between LPU Online and a purely recorded-lecture programme is that classes are live — you can ask a question in real time, and if you miss the session, the recording is there the same day.

How to apply to LPU Online

Check eligibility
Confirm your qualifying degree and marks against the programme's published eligibility criteria.
Gather your documents
Keep scanned copies ready of your class 10 and 12 mark sheets, degree certificate and mark sheets (for PG programmes), a government photo ID and a passport-size photograph.
Submit the online application
Complete the application form on the LPU Online portal and upload the documents above.
Pay the first instalment
Pay the registration or first-semester fee online, or arrange it through an education-loan partner.
Get LMS access and start classes
Receive your login credentials and begin attending live and recorded classes from the scheduled start date.

Placement and career support

LPU's career-support services extend the on-campus placement infrastructure to online learners: CV and resume workshops, mock interviews, and access to seminars and industry webinars run by the university's corporate-relations team. Students interested in entrepreneurship instead of employment can access LPU's incubation centres and startup-support programmes — a less common offering among online-degree providers.

Who this programme suits best

Working professionals who prefer live, interactive classes over purely recorded lectures.

Students who want the option to interact with faculty in real time while retaining recorded access for flexibility.

Applicants who value a top-band NAAC A++ accreditation alongside UGC-DEB approval.

Anyone considering an entrepreneurial track, given LPU's incubation-centre access for online learners.

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Frequently asked

Is an LPU Online degree valid for jobs and higher studies?

Yes. LPU's online degrees are UGC-DEB approved and carry the same recognition as its on-campus degrees, valid for private-sector employment, government roles that accept a regular degree, and further higher education.

How are LPU Online exams conducted?

Examinations are held online with AI-based remote proctoring, so students can appear from anywhere without visiting a physical exam centre.

Does LPU Online offer live classes?

Yes. Classes are delivered live with recordings made available afterwards, so students who miss a live session can catch up at their own pace.

What is LPU's NAAC grade and NIRF rank?

Lovely Professional University holds a NAAC A++ grade — the top band on NAAC's scale — and is ranked 27th in the NIRF University category.

How many specialisations does the online MBA offer?

16 specialisation tracks, plus a Dual MBA option combining two specialisations — confirm the current list for your intake with admissions.

What is the minimum eligibility for the online MBA?

A bachelor's degree of at least 3 years from a recognised university, generally with 50% aggregate marks. Exact cutoffs can vary by specialisation — verify with admissions before applying.

Is financial assistance available for LPU Online fees?

Fees can be paid per semester, and education-loan support is available through partner lenders. Confirm current scholarship or fee-assistance options directly with LPU admissions, as these can change by intake.

How long does an LPU Online degree take to complete?

Undergraduate programmes (BA, BBA, BCA, B.Com) run 3 years; postgraduate programmes (MBA, MCA, M.Com, MA, M.Sc) run 2 years.