University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES) was established in 2003. UPES is the division that provides degree courses in the online mode. The university is approved by UGC-DEB to offer courses in the online learning mode. 

UPES Online is approved by UGC-DEB to offer online degree courses. It has also been accredited by NAAC and maintains all the standards and guidelines laid down by the Centre for Internal Quality Assurance (CIQA). 

The university aims to help working professionals upgrade their professional skills and knowledge. The programs offered by UPES Online are focused on industry domains and specializations that are rapidly growing and are high in demand. The university focuses on the domains of energy, health & industrial safety, high-end IT solutions, logistics & supply chain, among others. 

UPES Online has 5500+ alumni working not just in India but across 17 countries with top organizations. The university through its courses and cutting-edge curriculum helps students and working professionals enter into core industry domain areas and the emerging sectors of the economy.   

The learning methodology of UPES mainly includes self-learning through the study material provided by the college like e-books, recorded videos, papers, journals, pdfs, and more. The university has designed the curriculum in a way that is flexible which makes it easier for working professionals to learn, network, and grow.