NU M.A. in Sanskrit: eligibility and entrance test
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M.A. in Sanskrit at Nalanda is offered for 2026-27 and costs Rs. 42,500 in the first semester. It is filled through Application review and interview.
Nalanda admission 2027Coming soon
Nalanda University has not opened applications for 2027-28 yet. It admits through its own online application and interview, so CUET dates do not decide it.
M.A. in Sanskrit seats 2026-27
No seat figure is published against this programme. The fee is Rs. 42,500 in the first semester.
Rs. 42,500 in the first semester for Indian students: admission Rs. 6,000, tuition Rs. 28,000, miscellaneous Rs. 2,500 and a refundable security deposit Rs. 6,000. Rs. 30,500 in each later semester; Rs. 1,34,000 over two years. Residence is extra each semester: AC twin room Rs. 22,500, non-AC single Rs. 16,000 or non-AC twin Rs. 12,500, plus meals Rs. 22,420.
Nalanda University is an international university; it selects purely on merit through its own process. Nalanda reservation rules.
M.A. in Sanskrit selection
There is no written entrance test. Applications are shortlisted on eligibility, academic record and completeness, then on the statement of purpose, referee recommendations and written work; the final selection follows a personal interview held in person or by video call.
M.A. in Sanskrit eligibility
A bachelor's degree and proficiency in the English language are the minimum; a school may set higher criteria. All courses are taught in English, and TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, PTE and STEP scores are accepted.
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Questions about Nalanda M.A. in Sanskrit
What is the fee for Nalanda M.A. in Sanskrit?
Rs. 42,500 in the first semester, as printed for 2026-27. Rs. 42,500 in the first semester for Indian students: admission Rs. 6,000, tuition Rs. 28,000, miscellaneous Rs. 2,500 and a refundable security deposit Rs. 6,000. Rs. 30,500 in each later semester; Rs. 1,34,000 over two years. Residence is extra each semester: AC twin room Rs. 22,500, non-AC single Rs. 16,000 or non-AC twin Rs. 12,500, plus meals Rs. 22,420.
How is admission to Nalanda M.A. in Sanskrit given?
Through Application review and interview.
What is the eligibility for Nalanda M.A. in Sanskrit?
A bachelor's degree and proficiency in the English language are the minimum; a school may set higher criteria. All courses are taught in English, and TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, PTE and STEP scores are accepted.
M.A. Sanskrit at other Central Universities
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