PGUGC-entitledNAAC A++NIRF #31

LPU Online MA (Sociology)

About this Program

LPU Online's MA (Sociology) is a 2-year UGC-entitled postgraduate degree from a NAAC A++ university. Covers social research, rural development, and social work. A practical choice for aspirants in social work, the development sector, or civil services preparation.

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks

If you qualify, talk to a free counsellor to confirm your eligibility and check available scholarships.

Program Details

UniversityLovely Professional University (Online)

ProgramMA (Sociology)

Degree LevelPostgraduate (PG)

Duration2 years

Annual Fees₹32,800

Monthly EMI (est.)≈ ₹2,734/month*

Total Fees₹65,600

ModeOnline

AccreditationNAAC A++

EntitlementNAAC A++; UGC-entitled; QS ranked

NIRF Rank#31

UGC-entitledYes

Fees & offers last updated 12 Jun 2026.

* Approximate monthly instalment based on annual fee ÷ 12. Actual EMI options vary by university.

Savings Available

Earlybird & Scholarship Pricing for MA (Sociology)

Many universities offer 8–15% earlybird discounts for one-time fee payment and up to 25% merit scholarships based on your academic record. Talk to a counsellor to check what applies to LPU Online.

Admissions & Intake

Intake Sessions: January & July

Available Specializations

Social Research Rural Development Social Work

Why This Program?

NAAC A++ accredited
Affordable arts PG
Flexible learning

Pros & Cons — LPU Online

Pros

Social sciences PG from NAAC A++ institution useful for NGO and development sector careers
Covers social theory, research methods and development studies
Affordable fees

Cons

Narrow private-sector job pipeline; social work and development sector pay scales are modest
Small cohort size limits peer networking

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Lovely Professional University (Online) holds UGC-DEB (Distance Education Bureau) entitlement — the specific approval required to award 100% online degrees in India. The MA (Sociology) degree is legally equivalent to an on-campus degree under UGC Regulations 2020, and is accepted for government jobs, UPSC, and higher education admissions.

The MA (Sociology) at Lovely Professional University (Online) costs ₹32,800/year, with a total fee of ₹65,600 over 2 years.

Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks

The MA (Sociology) at Lovely Professional University (Online) has a duration of 2 years.

Yes. Online degrees from UGC-DEB entitled universities like Lovely Professional University (Online) are accepted for all government job applications, UPSC examinations, and higher education admissions in India.