National Sanskrit University is a Central University focused on the promotion and study of Sanskrit, its literature, philosophy and traditional Indian knowledge systems with the allied disciplines. The university provides several programs such as undergraduate, postgraduate and various research programmes in several branches likeVyakarana, Sahitya, Vedanta, Yoga and so forth. The university also provides distance learning with part-time modes in some courses. The institution is located in New Delhi. It emphasises the blend of traditional knowledge with modern methodologies.
Key Features-NSU
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| Particulars | Details |
| Category | Central University (formerly a Deemed to be University / Sanskrit Vidyapeeth) |
| Location | New Delhi, India (campus at Qutub Institutional Area, Katwaria Sarai) |
| Establishment / Elevation | Originally established as Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha; elevated to National Sanskrit University from 30 April 2020 under Central Sanskrit Universities Act. |
| Accreditation / Recognitions | Recognised by University Grants Commission (UGC); functions under Central Universities norms; accredited as per required standards. (Also involved in distance education, etc.) |
| Director | Prof. C. Ranganathan |
| Chancellor | N. Gopalaswami, IAS (Retd.) |
| Programs Offered | Undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral; traditional Sanskrit disciplines (Vyakarana, Sahitya, Vedanta, etc.), also distance / online learning options. |
| Campus Type / Mode | Regular full-time programmes; distance/online programs in some courses; central campus in New Delhi; may have affiliated centers or campuses. |
| Preservation & Research / Manuscript Work | Engages in research, preservation of Sanskrit manuscripts, publication of classical texts, seminars, etc. |
| Governance / Legal Basis | Under Ministry of Education via Central Government; Central Sanskrit Universities Act, 2020; subject to central regulations and norms for central universities |
Admission Process
- The admission process can be followed step by step below-
- The first step is to apply online through the official website at https://nsktu.ac.in/ and then appear in entrance exams, such as CUET mainly and others.
- The submission of academic transcripts and required documents will be done.
- The shortlisted candidates must undergo an interview and counselling.
- The selection will be based on scores and merit secured by the student in the exam.
Eligibility Criteria
The criteria are mentioned below-
- The criteria for undergraduate studies are the completion of 12th grade with aggregate marks from a recognised board.
Scholarships and Financial Aid
The university offers scholarships based on-
| Name of Scholarship | Key Details |
| Merit Scholarships under “Scholarship Scheme for Sanskrit/Pali/Prakrit Students” | These are awarded on an all-India basis to students studying Sanskrit / Pali / Prakrit in regular or traditional institutions (pathashalas etc.). Eligibility depends on academic merit in previous qualifying exam. |
| University Level Prak-Sastri / Sastri / Acharya Level Scholarships | The university awards fixed numbers of scholarships: 25 for Prak-Sastri, 5 for each Sastra at Sastri level, and 10 for each Sastra at Acharya level. Scholarships depend on merit. |
| Swami Sivananda Memorial Scholarship | Special scholarship awarded to meritorious students in the Acharya course. |
| Central Government “Schemes for Sanskrit Promotion” Scholarships | Including “Award of Merit Scholarships,” etc., administered through the Central Sanskrit University for students of Sanskrit / Pali / Prakrit. Students need to apply annually, meet marks-criteria and other conditions. |
| Discipline / Conduct Incentive / Attendance‐based Retention | Scholarships are given for 10 months in the academic year; payment depends on maintaining required attendance and good conduct; can be withdrawn for indiscipline etc. |
| Scholarships for B.Ed / M.Ed with 100% Fee Waiver under certain conditions | Students who pass CUET entrance test may get 100% scholarship (specified monthly stipend) under B.Ed / M.Ed programmes; subject to merit and meeting other criteria. |
| Social Justice & Empowerment / Central Sector Scholarships | University notifies and helps with applications for central scholarships like those under Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, e.g. top class education scheme |
Important Links
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| Official Website | Click Here |
| Admissions 2025-26 (PG) | Click Here |
| Distance and Online Education | Click Here |
Important Note:
- The applicants shall ensure that they have read and understood the eligibility criteria, qualification/ other conditions, and understand the minimum required subjects of the program opted of the respective university for CUET (UG) – 2025 examination.
- NTA or the respective university will not be under any circumstances held responsible for the selection of the subjects, opted program, or eligibility criteria/ conditions.
- The applicant shall ensure to select the language, domain-specific subjects and general test as per the respective university / programme.
- You are requested to visit the respective university website and confirm the eligibility criteria and other details.
Programme(s) Information
| S.No. | Degree | Programme/ Course Offered | Subjects | Eligibility for the Programme |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.A. | B.A. | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 2 | B.Sc. In Computers | B.Sc. In Computers | “Section I: Any Language Section II: Mathematics code-319 Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B) will be given preference” | nan |
| 3 | B.Sc. In Yoga | B.Sc. In Yoga | “Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-Code-220) and Domain – Yoga (Code-321) will be given preference” | nan |
| 4 | Sastri Siksha Sastri (B.A.B.Ed.) | Sastri Siksha Sastri (B.A.B.Ed.) | “Language 1– Any Indian language ( Preferably Sanskrit code-220) Language 2- Any Indian language Domain Specific subject 1– Student Choice (Preferably Sanskrit code – 325) Domain Specific subject 2– Student Choice Domain Specific subject 3– Student Choice General test – code-501 Teaching aptitude – code-327” | “Eligibility: Candidates seeking admission into Shastri Shiksha Shastri (B.A. B.Ed.) program must have: Age : At least 17 years as on lst October of respective year Educational Qualifications: Students who secured at least 50% marks or equivalent grade in ary one of the following examinations. (1) Traditional Stream (No.of seats 35 out of 50) (a) Prak-Shastri / Upashastri / Sahitya / Vedavibhushana / Varishta Upadhyaya/ Uttaramadhyama under 10+2 pattern. (2) Modern Stream (No.of seats 15 out of 50) (a) Senior Secondary / Intermediate / PUC /+2 or its Equivalent under 10+2 pattern with Sanskrit language (OR) (b) Senior Secondary / Intermediate / PUC / +2 or its Equivalent under 10+2 pattern with Diploma in Sanskrit. Relaxation in percentage of marks shall be applicable as per the rules of the Govt.of India.” |
| 5 | Sastri in Advaita Vedanta | Sastri in Advaita Vedanta | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 6 | Sastri in Agama | Sastri in Agama | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 7 | Sastri in Dharmasastra | Sastri in Dharmasastra | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 8 | Sastri in Dvaita Vedanta | Sastri in Dvaita Vedanta | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 9 | Sastri in Mimamsa | Sastri in Mimamsa | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 10 | Sastri in Nyaya | Sastri in Nyaya | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 11 | Sastri in Phalitha Jyotisha | Sastri in Phalitha Jyotisha | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 12 | Sastri in Puranetihasa | Sastri in Puranetihasa | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 13 | Sastri in Sahitya | Sastri in Sahitya | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 14 | Sastri in Sankhya Yoga | Sastri in Sankhya Yoga | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 15 | Sastri in Siddhanta Jyotisha | Sastri in Siddhanta Jyotisha | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 16 | Sastri in Vastu | Sastri in Vastu | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 17 | Sastri in Vedabhashyam | Sastri in Vedabhashyam | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 18 | Sastri in Visistadvaita Vedanta | Sastri in Visistadvaita Vedanta | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
| 19 | Sastri in Vyakarana | Sastri in Vyakarana | Section I: Any Language Section II: Any Domain Section III: Not mandatory Note:- Students with Language – Sanskrit (Section 1B-languages code-220) and Domain – Sanskrit (Section-II Domain code-325) will be given preference | “Eligibility: Pass in any one of the following examinations as in 10+2 or 9+3 pattern. (a) Prak-Sastri of 1) National Sanskrit University, Tirupati 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi (b) Uttara Madhyama of 1) Sampurnananda Sanskrit University, Varanasi, 2) Central Sanskrit University, New Delhi.(c) Madhyama of Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi.(d) Varishtopadhyaya of Rajasthan Board of Intermediate Education, Ajmer.(e) Upasastri of 1) Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri. 2) Kameshwar Singh Sanskrit University, Darbhanga.(f) Sahitya of Karnataka State.(g) Veda Vibhushan of Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Sanskrit Vedavidya Pratishtan, Ujjain (h) NIOS(XII) of states and central.(i) (1) Intermediate or equivalent examination with Sanskrit as one of the subjects. Vichakshana of Samskrita Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor. Diploma programmes in Sanskrit/Sastra conducted by the N.S.University, Tirupati and any other institutions.(2) Equivalent course without Sanskrit at + 2 stage subject to the passing of the entrance test conducted by the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati.(3) Candidates who have studied, Sanskrit as a subject / Diploma programme of sanskrit conducted by NSU / similar sanskrit courses conducted by any other institutions are given preference in the merit list during admission.(j) Eligibility for Sastri Vedabhashyam :Those who have passed/completed Samhita (Rigveda/KrishnaYajurveda/ Shukla Yajurveda/Samaveda and Atharva Veda) and certified by a reputed vedic guru / traditional institution / Religious Matham and have some knowledge of Sanskrit are eligible, subject to the passing of entrance test (Oral & Written) conducted by the University in Samhita of respective Veda and Sanskrit on the specified date. The Entrance Test Board will be constituted by the N.S.University. Pass in 12th (Intermediate) is desirable.” |
FAQs-NSU
Q.1 Can someone who did not study Sanskrit in 11th/12th get admission into traditional Sanskrit programs like Shastri?
Ans. Yes, in many cases, the requirement of prior Sanskrit schooling is waived or alternative criteria (bridge courses, qualifying exams) are provided, depending on programme. The university may provide foundational Sanskrit or remedial courses for such students.
Q.2 Are there modern / interdisciplinary courses in the university beyond strictly classical Sanskrit literature?
Ans. Yes, apart from classical disciplines, the university offers subjects that interface with digital technology, modern methodologies, language studies, possibly translation, online/distance modes, etc., blending traditional scholarship with contemporary tools.
Q.3 Is the degree from distance/online courses (if offered) considered equivalent to regular full-time ones?
Ans. Generally yes, if the programme is recognised by UGC / the university itself and clearly declared equivalent. However, some employers or institutions may have preferences, so students should check equivalence / recognition before applying.
Q.4 What changed when the University shifted from Deemed Vidyapeetha to Central University?
Ans. Several things: stronger legal status, more governmental oversight, possibly more funding, broader recognition, greater powers in structuring courses, and aligning with central university norms (faculty recruitment, grants etc.). Also may lead to increased infrastructure, staffing, and expanded programmes.
Q.5 Are there opportunities for non-Indian or overseas students to enroll?
Ans. While the primary students are from India, the university may admit international students in certain programmes (especially if they meet admission criteria). Also distance / online courses may be more accessible to overseas students. But there may be visa / documentation issues; fee structures might differ.
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