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 BBA from Lovely Professional University: overview
An online BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) is a three-year undergraduate degree in management, studied online over six semesters. It introduces accounting, marketing, finance, human resources, economics and business communication, and lets you choose an area to focus on in the final year at many universities.
Key highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Lovely Professional University |
| Programme | Online BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) |
| Eligibility | Class 12 pass from a recognised board |
| Duration | 3 years (6 semesters) |
| Total fee | ₹1,50,000 |
| Fee per semester | ₹25,000 |
| Mode | Live lectures by LPU faculty, mostly on weekends, plus recorded sessions |
| Exams | Online |
| Approvals | UGC-DEB, NAAC, AICTE |
Eligibility
Class 12 pass from a recognised board
Class 12 (or equivalent) from a recognised board in any stream, usually with 40% to 50% marks depending on the university.
Fees, EMI and scholarships
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Per semester | ₹25,000 |
| Total programme fee | ₹1,50,000 |
₹25,000 a semester actual fee; ₹20,400 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
- Principles of Management
- Business Economics (Micro)
- Financial Accounting
- Business Communication
- Business Mathematics
Semester 2
- Organisational Behaviour
- Business Economics (Macro)
- Cost Accounting
- Business Statistics
- Environmental Studies
Semester 3
- Marketing Management
- Human Resource Management
- Business Law
- Computer Applications in Business
Semester 4
- Financial Management
- Production and Operations Management
- Research Methodology
- E-commerce or Digital Business
Semester 5
- Strategic Management
- Entrepreneurship Development
- Two electives in your focus area
Semester 6
- International Business
- Business Ethics
- Elective in your focus area
- 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 |
|---|---|
| Sales or Marketing Executive | Average base pay about ₹2.9 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.6 lakh–₹4.9 lakh (PayScale India; small sample) |
| Accounts Executive | Average base pay about ₹3.1 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹1.5 lakh–₹6.2 lakh (PayScale India, updated June 2026) |
| Relationship Manager (banking) | Average base pay about ₹4.5 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹2.5 lakh–₹10 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
| Business Development Manager (with experience) | Average base pay about ₹8.1 lakh a year; middle 80% earn ₹3.1 lakh–₹20 lakh (PayScale India, updated July 2026) |
Other universities for the Online BBA
| University | Duration | Total fee | Per semester | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jain OnlineBengaluru, Karnataka | 3 years | ₹1,35,000 | – | Details |
| Shoolini University OnlineSolan, Himachal Pradesh | 3 years (6 semesters) | ₹1,35,000 | – | Details |
| Parul University OnlineVadodara, Gujarat | 3 years (6 semesters) | ₹1,35,000 | ₹22,500 | Details |
| Online ManipalJaipur, Rajasthan | 36 months (6 semesters) | ₹1,44,000 | – | Details |
| NMIMS CDOEMumbai, Maharashtra | 3 years (6 semesters) | ₹1,50,000 | ₹25,000 | Details |
| Amity University OnlineNoida, Uttar Pradesh | 3 years (6 semesters) | ₹1,65,000 | – | Details |
| Chandigarh University OnlineMohali, Punjab | 3 years (6 semesters, up to 6 years) | ₹1,84,998 | – | Details |
FAQs
Is the Online BBA 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 ₹1,50,000 (₹25,000 a semester). ₹25,000 a semester actual fee; ₹20,400 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)
Can students from science or arts do an online BBA?
Yes. Most universities accept Class 12 from any stream.
Is an online BBA valid for an MBA later?
Yes. An online BBA from a UGC-DEB entitled university is a recognised bachelor's degree, so you can apply for an MBA (online or on campus) and appear for CAT, MAT or CMAT.
Can I leave after one or two years?
Some universities follow the National Education Policy's multiple entry and exit rules, which can award a certificate or diploma for completed years. Check the university's rules.