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Program Curriculum

Software Engineering

Linux and Shell

Web Technologies

Object Oriented Programming using C++

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

Data Communication

Network Administration

Mathematical Statistics

Programming in Python

Cloud Computing

Elementary Mathematics

Linux and Shell Scripting

Software Engineering Practices

Fundamentals of Computer and C Programming

Data Communication and Networking

Program Eligibility Criteria

What each degree costs and what it gives back over 5 years

Student Category:

Indian

Eligibility:

BCA / B.Sc. (Computer Science) / B.Sc. (Information Technology) / Bachelor degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent OR Any Graduation with Computer Science as a subject for three years with Mathematics / Statistics / QT / Business Math as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent OR B.A. or B.Com. or B.Sc. (any Graduation) with Mathematics / Statistics / QT / Business Math as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent (with additional bridge courses) Note: Only B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering) candidates need not study any additional bridge courses. Rest of the B.Tech (any category) candidates need to study additional bridge courses. Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned herein or otherwise for admission to any Program is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

Document Required:

BCA / B.Sc. (Computer Science) / B.Sc. (Information Technology) / Bachelor degree in Computer Science Engineering or equivalent OR Any Graduation with Computer Science as a subject for three years with Mathematics / Statistics / QT / Business Math as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent OR B.A. or B.Com. or B.Sc. (any Graduation) with Mathematics / Statistics / QT / Business Math as one of the subject at Graduation or 10+2 level or equivalent (with additional bridge courses) Note: Only B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication Engineering) candidates need not study any additional bridge courses. Rest of the B.Tech (any category) candidates need to study additional bridge courses. Eligibility, admission criteria or any other condition mentioned herein or otherwise for admission to any Program is subject to change as prescribed by the university.

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Program Offering
Fee Structure

LUMPSUM

160000 INR

Domestic

The fee indicated above is applicable to applicants from India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of ₹2000 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of ₹1000. without scholarship

LUMPSUM

160000 USD

International

The fee indicated above is applicable to applicants from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Afghanistan (*Pakistan & Maldives are not included). The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of ₹2000 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of ₹1000.

YEARLY

80000 INR

Domestic

Annual Fee without scholarship, The fee indicated above is applicable to applicants from India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of ₹2000 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of ₹1000.

SEMESTER

40000 USD

International

The fee indicated above is applicable to applicants from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh and Afghanistan (*Pakistan & Maldives are not included). The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of ₹2000 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of ₹1000.

SEMESTER

40000 INR

Domestic

The fee indicated above is applicable to applicants from India, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of ₹2000 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of ₹1000.

LUMPSUM

8200 USD

International

A one-time initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 50 applies to international applicants (other than those from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and African countries). The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of US$ 50 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 50. without scholarship

EMI

5400 INR

Domestic

For 24 Months No-Cost EMI available

LUMPSUM

2100 INR

AFRICAN COUNTRIES

A one-time initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 25 applies to international applicants from African Countries. The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of US$ 25 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 25. Applicable Countries: Sao Tome and Principe, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Eswatini, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

SEMESTER

2050 USD

International

A one-time initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 50 applies to international applicants (other than those from Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and African countries). The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of US$ 50 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 50.

EXAM-FEE

2000 INR

Domestic

An examination fee of ₹2000 per semester

REGISTRATION-FEE

1000 INR

Domestic

One-time non-refundable registration fee.

SEMESTER

525 INR

AFRICAN COUNTRIES

A one-time initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 25 applies to international applicants from African Countries. The fee indicated above includes an examination fee of US$ 25 per semester and excludes the initial non-refundable registration fee of US$ 25. Applicable Countries: Sao Tome and Principe, Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde, Ivory Coast, Eswatini, Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Rankings & Accreditations

5th in India by THE World University Rankings 2026

Ranked by THE

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101–200

Ranked by THE Impact Rankings

RANKING YEAR – 2025

Ranked 31st Overall among all Govt. and Private Universities by NIRF 2025

Ranked by NIRF

RANKING YEAR – 2025

Ranked 4th in India by WURI Rankings 2024

Ranked by WURI

RANKING YEAR – 2024

Global Rank 19 in Quality Education by THE Impact Rankings 2024

Ranked by THE Impact Rankings

RANKING YEAR – 2024

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All India Council for Technical Education Approved

National Assessment and Accreditation Council A++

University Grants Commission Recognized

UGC DEB Entitled

WES Recognized

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Frequently Asked Questions

LPU Online MCA Cyber Security graduates are primarily placed in roles such as Security Analyst, SOC Engineer, Penetration Tester, and Cyber Security Consultant. Top companies actively hiring for these roles in India include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, HCLTech, Capgemini, Deloitte, and specialized cybersecurity firms like Quick Heal. These positions focus on threat detection, vulnerability assessment, and incident response across various sectors.

An LPU Online MCA Cyber Security graduate can expect a starting salary of ₹4-7 LPA, with career growth reaching ₹15-22 LPA within 5 years. This compares favorably to an LPU Online MCA in Data Science (₹4-8 LPA entry, ₹14-20 LPA with 5 years) or Cloud Computing (₹4.5-8.5 LPA entry, ₹16-23 LPA with 5 years), with Cyber Security offering a slightly steeper growth curve due to persistent skill shortages. The critical demand for specialized cybersecurity professionals ensures robust long-term career progression and higher earning potential as threats evolve.

The LPU Online MCA Cyber Security program integrates hands-on training with industry tools like Wireshark for network analysis, Metasploit for penetration testing, and SIEM platforms such as Splunk or ELK Stack for security incident management. Students also gain practical experience with Kali Linux, Nmap, and vulnerability scanners like Nessus. The curriculum prepares students for industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), making them immediately job-ready for specialized roles.

The demand for LPU Online MCA Cyber Security graduates in the Indian IT sector is projected to grow by 15-20% annually through 2028, driven by increasing digital transformation and cyber threats, creating over 200,000 new roles. LPU actively connects students to these specialized opportunities through its dedicated Online Career Services portal, which lists openings from over 600 hiring partners including TCS, Infosys, and Deloitte. Additionally, LPU organizes virtual job fairs specifically for cybersecurity roles, facilitating direct interaction with recruiters from companies like HCLTech and Capgemini.