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Online BA from Lovely Professional University

Bachelor of Arts · Phagwara, Punjab

Updated 23 Oct 2026

Duration

3 years (6 semesters)

Total fee

₹1,20,000

Specialisations

General

UGC-DEB

Entitled to offer online programmes

About Lovely Professional University

LPU Online is the online division of Lovely Professional University, a large private university near Jalandhar in Punjab. It began offering UGC-entitled online degrees in 2020 and now runs online MBA, MCA, M.Com, MA, M.Sc, BBA, BCA and BA programmes, with new batches starting every six months.

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Online BA from Lovely Professional University: overview

An online BA (Bachelor of Arts) is a three-year undergraduate degree in the humanities and social sciences, studied online over six semesters. Depending on the university you study a combination of subjects such as English, Economics, Political Science, History, Sociology and Psychology, or a single focus such as Journalism and Mass Communication.

Key highlights

Key highlights
CategoryDetails
UniversityLovely Professional University
ProgrammeOnline BA (Bachelor of Arts)
EligibilityClass 12 pass from a recognised board
Duration3 years (6 semesters)
Total fee₹1,20,000
Fee per semester₹20,000
ModeLive lectures by LPU faculty, mostly on weekends, plus recorded sessions
ExamsOnline
ApprovalsUGC-DEB, NAAC, AICTE

Eligibility

Class 12 pass from a recognised board

Class 12 from a recognised board in any stream, usually with 40% to 45% marks depending on the university.

Fees, EMI and scholarships

Fees
FeeAmount
Per semester₹20,000
Total programme fee₹1,20,000

₹20,000 a semester actual fee; ₹16,400 with the 20% student grant valid until 24 Oct 2026.

Scholarships

  • 20% student grant on semester fees (valid until 24 October 2026 when checked)
  • Jai Jawan scholarship for defence personnel and their families (see LPU Online for terms)

Syllabus

Lovely Professional University doesn't publish a semester-wise syllabus for this programme online. This is the typical core syllabus; ask our counsellor for the university's own curriculum.

Semester 1

  • Core paper in subject 1
  • Core paper in subject 2
  • English Communication
  • Environmental Studies

Semester 2

  • Core paper in subject 1
  • Core paper in subject 2
  • Hindi or Modern Indian Language
  • Ability-enhancement course

Semester 3

  • Core papers in your subjects
  • Skill-enhancement course

Semester 4

  • Core papers in your subjects
  • Skill-enhancement course

Semester 5

  • Discipline-specific electives
  • Generic elective

Semester 6

  • Discipline-specific electives
  • Project or generic elective

Rankings and approvals

Approvals
BodyStatus
UGC-DEBEntitled to offer online programmes (LPU publishes its 2025-26 entitlement application)
NAACA++
AICTEListed by LPU Online among its approvals

Admission process

  1. Choose your programme on lpuonline.com
  2. Apply on admission.lpuonline.com and pay the ₹1,000 registration fee
  3. Upload your mark sheets and ID
  4. Pay the first semester fee (or set up no-cost EMI where offered)
  5. Get your learning platform login before the batch starts

Career opportunities

Careers
RoleTypical salary
Content WriterAverage base pay about ₹3.4 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹6.7 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Social Media Manager (with experience)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.8 lakh–₹8.4 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026)
Teacher (after B.Ed)Average base pay about ₹3.6 lakh a year for high-school teachers; middle 80% earn ₹1.1 lakh–₹8.8 lakh (PayScale India, updated May 2026). Government school pay follows the state or central pay scale.
Civil services and government jobsPay follows the central or state pay commission scales for each post.

Other universities for the Online BA

Fees by university
UniversityDurationTotal feePer semester
Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh3 years (6 semesters)₹90,000–Details
Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat3 years (6 semesters)₹1,20,000₹20,000Details
Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab3 years (6 semesters)₹1,75,000–Details
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FAQs

Is the Online BA from Lovely Professional University valid?

Lovely Professional University is listed as: UGC-DEB Entitled to offer online programmes (LPU publishes its 2025-26 entitlement application); NAAC A++; AICTE Listed by LPU Online among its approvals. Check the programme on deb.ugc.ac.in for your session before you pay.

What is the fee?

The total fee is ₹1,20,000 (₹20,000 a semester). ₹20,000 a semester actual fee; ₹16,400 with the 20% student grant valid until 24 Oct 2026.

What is the eligibility?

Class 12 pass from a recognised board

How long does it take?

3 years (6 semesters)

Is an online BA valid for UPSC and other government exams?

Under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, an online degree from a UGC-DEB entitled university is to be treated as equivalent to a regular degree. Check each exam notification for its eligibility rules.

Can I choose my subjects?

Yes, within the combinations the university offers. Some universities offer a general BA with two or three subjects; others offer a single focus such as Journalism.

Can I do a B.Ed or LLB after an online BA?

Yes, an online BA from an entitled university is a recognised bachelor's degree. Each B.Ed or LLB college sets its own marks requirement.

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