LPU announces scholarships to 22 lakh Armed Forces personnel
Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, May 23: After the victory of Operation Sindoor, Lovely Professional University (LPU) today announced the launch of the ‘Jai Jawan Scholarship’; a 100% tuition fee waiver for all active defence and paramilitary personnel enrolling in LPU’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes offered in online mode.
The initiative is designed exclusively for India’s 22 lakh active defence (Army, Navy & Air Force) and paramilitary personnel, including the CRPF, ITBP, BSF and SSB, making it the world’s largest private scholarship scheme in education.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Ashok Kumar Mittal, Chancellor of LPU and MP Rajya Sabha, said, “No amount of salutes are ever enough to honour the bravery and sacrifices of our Armed Forces. This scholarship holds special national relevance in the wake of successful Operation Sindoor, where our brave personnel displayed extraordinary courage in response to the horrific massacre of civilians in Pahalgam. Their swift and determined action ensured the safety of the nation and reaffirmed India’s standing as a strong and resilient global power. These full scholarships are a tangible expression of solidarity; because true respect must go beyond words and translate into action.”
“Every active defence and paramilitary personnel taking admission in the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 academic sessions (including both July and January intakes) will be eligible for this scholarship. This is our tribute to the selfless dedication of our brave hearts. They protect the nation, it is our duty to empower them with knowledge,” he said.
“Our relationship with the defence community is not new. The founder of Lovely Group once served as a military contractor, and we’ve proudly supported defence personnel for over seven decades. This legacy continues to shape our vision; to serve the nation through the transformative power of education,” he added.
LPU holds the prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation, placing it among the top institutions in India, and currently ranks 27th in the NIRF Rankings, reinforcing the university’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence.
LPU’s flexible UGC-entitled online degree programmes are tailored to meet the unique needs of armed forces personnel, who often face frequent relocations and operational demands.
With anytime-anywhere access, online classes, and examinations, these programmes offer unparalleled convenience and adaptability, whether the learner is posted in Siachen’s icy heights or aboard a submarine deep in the ocean.
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