Fee Structure
The total fee for the Education program at Lovely Professional University Kapurthala is structured over four years, with semester-wise breakdowns provided below:
| Semester | Tuition Fee (INR) | Hostel Rent (INR) | Mess Advance (INR) | Student Benevolent Fund (INR) | Medical Fees (INR) | Gymkhana Fees (INR) | Examination Fees (INR) | Total (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 2 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 3 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 4 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 5 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 6 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 7 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
| Semester 8 | 120000 | 30000 | 15000 | 2000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2000 | 170000 |
Fee Components Explained
Each component of the fee structure serves a specific purpose and contributes to the overall educational experience:
- Tuition Fee: Covers instruction, faculty salaries, and academic resources.
- Hostel Rent: Provides accommodation facilities for students living away from home.
- Mess Advance: Ensures students have access to meals during the academic year.
- Student Benevolent Fund: Supports students in times of need or emergencies.
- Medical Fees: Covers basic healthcare services on campus.
- Gymkhana Fees: Funds sports and extracurricular activities.
- Examination Fees: Covers costs associated with conducting assessments and evaluations.
Hostel & Mess Charges
The university offers various hostel options to accommodate students from different backgrounds:
- Single Room: INR 30,000 per semester
- Double Room: INR 25,000 per semester
- Triple Room: INR 20,000 per semester
The mess billing system is straightforward and transparent. Students pay a monthly advance for meals, which includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The cost varies depending on the room type and meal plan chosen.
Rebate policies are available for students who miss meals due to valid reasons such as illness or travel. Rebates can be applied for after submission of necessary documentation.
Fee Waivers, Concessions, and Scholarships
The university provides several financial aid options to support deserving students:
- SC/ST/PwD Category: Eligible students receive a 50% concession on tuition fees.
- EWS Category: Students receive a 25% concession on tuition fees.
- MCM (Meritorious Community of Madhya Pradesh): Concession based on regional guidelines and income slabs.
Eligibility for these concessions is determined based on official documents submitted during the admission process. Applications for fee waivers must be submitted to the finance department with supporting evidence of financial hardship or social background.
Payment Procedures & Refund Policy
Students are required to complete fee payments by the specified deadlines. Late payment incurs a penalty of INR 500 per day, starting from the due date.
The refund policy is applicable in cases where students withdraw from the program or transfer to another institution:
- Withdrawal before semester commencement: Full refund minus administrative charges.
- Withdrawal during the first month of a semester: Refund of tuition fee and hostel charges, excluding examination fees.
- Withdrawal after the first month: No refund is provided for tuition or hostel charges, but mess advance may be adjusted accordingly.
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to the finance department within 30 days of withdrawal. The process typically takes up to two months for completion.