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.
More about Lovely Professional UniversityOnline MBA from Lovely Professional University: overview
An online MBA is a two-year Master of Business Administration taught over four semesters, with lectures, assignments and exams delivered online. It is meant for graduates who want a management degree without leaving their job, and for people planning a move into a managerial or business role.
Key highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Lovely Professional University |
| Programme | Online MBA (Master of Business Administration) |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (check the minimum marks on the programme page) |
| Duration | 2 years (4 semesters) |
| Total fee | ₹2,00,000 |
| Fee per semester | ₹50,000 |
| EMI | No-cost EMI available |
| Mode | Live lectures by LPU faculty, mostly on weekends, plus recorded sessions |
| Exams | Online |
| Approvals | UGC-DEB, NAAC, AICTE |
Specialisations
Eligibility
Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (check the minimum marks on the programme page)
A bachelor's degree in any subject from a recognised university. The minimum marks are set by each university, most often 50% overall, with relaxation for reserved categories.
Fees, EMI and scholarships
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Per semester | ₹50,000 |
| Total programme fee | ₹2,00,000 |
| EMI | No-cost EMI available |
₹50,000 a semester actual fee; ₹40,400 a semester with the 20% student grant valid until 24 Oct 2026. The 12 specialisations are taken from the programme pages in LPU Online's official sitemap (lpuonline.com/sitemap-program.xml, October 2026); single or dual specialisation.
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
- Management Principles and Organisational Behaviour
- Managerial Economics
- Financial Accounting and Analysis
- Marketing Management
- Business Statistics and Quantitative Methods
- Business Communication
Semester 2
- Human Resource Management
- Financial Management
- Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Business Research Methods
- Legal Aspects of Business
- Management Accounting
Semester 3
- Strategic Management
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Three or four specialisation electives
- Summer or live project report (at some universities)
Semester 4
- International Business or Business Ethics and Governance
- Two to four specialisation electives
- Capstone or major project
Rankings and approvals
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| UGC-DEB | Entitled to offer online programmes (LPU publishes its 2025-26 entitlement application) |
| NAAC | A++ |
| AICTE | Listed by LPU Online among its approvals |
Admission process
- Choose your programme on lpuonline.com
- Apply on admission.lpuonline.com and pay the ₹1,000 registration fee
- Upload your mark sheets and ID
- Pay the first semester fee (or set up no-cost EMI where offered)
- Get your learning platform login before the batch starts
Career opportunities
| Role | Typical salary |
|---|---|
| Operations Manager | Average base pay about ₹9.7 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.4 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Marketing Manager | Average base pay about ₹8.7 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.1 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| HR Manager | Average base pay about ₹8.5 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.1 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Business Development Manager | Average base pay about ₹8.1 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.1 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Business Analyst (IT) | Average base pay about ₹7.4 lakh a year for IT business analysts; middle 80% earn ₹3.3 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Financial Analyst | Average base pay about ₹5.7 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2.7 lakh–₹10 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Supply Chain Manager | Average base pay about ₹11.8 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹4.4 lakh–₹30 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| IT Project Manager | Average base pay about ₹18.1 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹5.4 lakh–₹30 lakh (PayScale India, updated April 2026) |
Other universities for the Online MBA
| University | Duration | Total fee | Per semester | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka | 2 years | ₹1,60,000 | – | Details |
| Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan | 24 months (4 semesters) | ₹1,84,000 | ₹46,000 | Details |
| Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹1,90,000 | ₹47,500 | Details |
| NMIMS CDOEMumbai, Maharashtra | 2 years (4 semesters; valid for 4 years) | ₹1,96,000 | ₹55,000 | Details |
| Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹2,00,000 | – | Details |
| O.P. Jindal Global University OnlineSonipat, Haryana | 12–24 months (72 credits) | ₹2,00,000 | – | Details |
| Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh | 2 years (4 semesters) | ₹2,07,000 | – | Details |
| Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab | 2 years (4 semesters, up to 4 years) | ₹2,38,000 | – | Details |
FAQs
Is the Online MBA 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 ₹2,00,000 (₹50,000 a semester). ₹50,000 a semester actual fee; ₹40,400 a semester with the 20% student grant valid until 24 Oct 2026. The 12 specialisations are taken from the programme pages in LPU Online's official sitemap (lpuonline.com/sitemap-program.xml, October 2026); single or dual specialisation.
What is the eligibility?
Bachelor's degree from a recognised university (check the minimum marks on the programme page)
How long does it take?
2 years (4 semesters)
Is an online MBA valid for jobs and government exams?
An online MBA from a university entitled by UGC-DEB is, under the UGC's 2020 Regulations, to be treated as equivalent to a campus MBA. Check that the university and programme are on deb.ugc.ac.in for your admission session, and check any specific employer or exam notification, as a few set their own rules.
Do I need work experience?
Not for most online MBAs. A few universities ask for some experience or give it weight, and you will get more out of the course if you can apply it at work.
Is there an entrance exam?
Most universities admit on your graduation marks. Some hold their own online test or interview, and a few accept CAT, MAT, CMAT or similar scores instead.