LPU Conducted Freshmen Induction Programs for Thousands of Distance and Online Learners

Jalandhar, November 10, 2025: The Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) at Lovely Professional University (LPU) successfully organized Freshmen Induction Programs for thousands of newly enrolled students in Distance and Online Learning modes for the July–August 2025 academic session.

The events witnessed enthusiastic participation from students enrolled in various Postgraduate, Undergraduate, and Diploma Programmes across a wide spectrum of disciplines, including Management, Computer Applications, Information Technology, Science, Commerce, Arts, and Library & Information Sciences.

The induction programs were designed to acquaint newly enrolled students with the core systems, processes, and learning resources that form the foundation of LPU’s Distance and Online Education ecosystem. Each session was meticulously structured in alignment with the University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines for Student Induction Programs under Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Learning (OL) modes, ensuring a seamless transition into the academic environment.

Key highlights of the program included a comprehensive overview of LPU’s legacy, national and international accreditations, approvals, rankings, and recognitions, followed by a detailed explanation of the essential features of the University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations governing Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Learning (OL) Programmes. Learners were also provided with detailed guidance on components such as the Learning Management System (LMS), academic delivery model, Personal Contact Programmes, LIVE weekend classes, examination and evaluation procedures, placement support initiatives, and various other student-centric services designed to enhance the overall learning experience.

Students had the opportunity to interact directly with senior University leadership, including the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Directors, along with other senior officials and esteemed faculty members of CDOE.

These interactive engagements allowed learners to seek clarification on academic processes and gain deeper insights into their programme structures. The exchange of ideas further motivated students and inspired them to make the most of the extensive academic support, professional development, and co-curricular opportunities offered by LPU.

LPU’s UGC-recognized Distance Education and UGC-entitled Online Programmes stand out for their quality learning, flexible approach and dedicated student support. These programmes continue to inspire learners from across India and abroad. Professionals from various backgrounds including IT, management, banking and finance, education, government services, administration, corporate sector, armed forces and sports, trust LPU to strengthen their skills, boost their qualifications and achieve new milestones in their careers.

With its commitment to delivering accessible, credible, and affordable education, LPU reaffirmed its position as a preferred choice for learners worldwide.

Admissions to LPU’s Distance and Online Education programmes are now open for the January–February 2026 session. Interested candidates can visit www.lpude.in  or call 01824-521350 for Distance Education and www.lpuonline.com  or call 01824-520001 for Online Education to get more information.