In a significant patriotic gesture move after the successful implementation of Operation Sindoor, reflecting national gratitude and a commitment to educational inclusion, Lovely Professional University (LPU) has 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 The announcement was made at a press conference by Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Founder Chancellor of LPU and Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) in Delhi recently.
Announcing the initiative, Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal 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.”
Highlighting the deep-rooted connection between LPU and the Indian Armed Forces, Dr. Mittal added, “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.”
Both jawans and officers across all ranks are eligible under this scholarship. Those who have completed Class 12 can enrol in undergraduate programmes, while graduates can pursue master’s degrees. These qualifications not only empower personnel during active service by enhancing their knowledge and skills but also open up new career avenues after retirement, providing long-term professional and personal growth.
Speaking about the credibility of the university’s online offerings, he emphasized, “LPU’s online degrees are fully UGC-entitled and carry complete equivalence with regular degrees, as per UGC Notification F. No.3-5/2022(DEB-III) dated 2nd September 2022. They are not only recognized across India but also accepted globally, enabling eligibility for government jobs and higher education opportunities.”
