Karnataka Samskrit University is a state Sanskrit University established in 2010 by the Karnataka government. The University provides various courses ranging from BA, MA, Ph.D., M.Phil., Post-Doctoral studies, and Diploma & Certificate courses. The university currently includes 2 constituent Sanskrit colleges, 10 aided affiliated colleges and 9 unaided affiliated colleges under its range. This college functions as a high-level teaching and research institution in Sanskrit language, Literature, Vedic studies, and several Shastras.

Karnataka Samskrit University Highlights

Established | Type 2010 | State Sanskrit university
Accreditations UGC
Campus Area 100 Acres
Total Students | Faculty 123 | 11
Types of Programs BA, MA, Ph.D., M.Phil., Post-Doctoral studies, and Diploma & Certificate 
Admission Criteria Application Form, Entrance Test
Official Website http://ksu.ac.in/en/

KSU Karnataka Courses

Karnataka Samskrit University offers various types of study programs for the exposure of college and students as well. Tabulated below are the courses offered by the University at different levels:

Course Specialization Duration Eligibility
BA- Shastri  Vidvanmadhyamaa, Advaita Vedanta, Jaina Siddhanta, Jyotishya, Dharmashastra Alankara 3 years PUC/ Sahitya passed or equivalent with Sanskrit from a recognized university
MA- Acharya  Advaita Vedanta, Jaina Siddhanta, Jyotishya, Nyaya, Poorva Mimasa, Sahitya, Vyakarana, Vidvaduttamaa, Alankara, Dharmashastra, Shakti Vishishtadwaita Vedanta 2 years BA or equivalent from a recognized university
D.Litt.  Vidyavachaspati 1 year Any Ph.D. Degree in Sanskrit from a recognized university
Ph.D.  Vidyavaridhi 6 years PG in Sanskrit with 55% from a recognized university
M.Phil.  Vishishtacharya 1 year PG in Sanskrit with 55%
PG Diploma Shastra, Manuscriptology, Sanskrit Computational Linguistics 1 year BA or equivalent from a recognized university
Diploma Sanskrit 2 years PUC passed or equivalent
Certificate course Sanskrit, Dwaita Vedanta - PUC passed or equivalent

Karnataka Samskrit University Fees

Tabulated below are the fees structure of the university for the specified course as per study programs:

Courses Fees 
BA- Shastri INR 12,100
MA- Acharya INR 12,200
Ph.D. INR 27,800
M.Phil. INR 6,300
PG Diploma INR 1,700
Diploma INR 1,400
Certificate course INR 1,000

Karnataka Samskrit University Admissions

Candidates need to apply in the prescribed form only for admission to the study programs through the university website. The application should be submitted to ‘The Registrar, Karnataka Samskrit University, Pampa Mahakavi Road, Chamarajpet, Bangalore – 560018’. The application and entrance exam fee is INR 500 (for General), INR 250 (for SC, ST) should be taken in the name of – Finance Officer, Karnataka Samskrit University, Bangalore’.

Admissions shall be based on the Entrance Test and an interview duly following the merit cum reservation policy of the state government. Only the predetermined number of students shall be admitted to the relevant programs.

KSU Karnataka Scholarships

There are scholarship benefits for socially deprived and backward students. Candidates who belong to SC, ST, and Minority class will get a 50% concession in academic fees as per the government rules. Some of the scholarships are SC Students for Post-Matric Scholarship and Post-Metric Scholarship. More than 70,000 students have been benefitted through these scholarship schemes. 

KSU Karnataka Facilities

Following are some of the facilities offered by the Karnataka Samskrit University to cater to the needs of the students: 

  • Hostel: It has a separate hostel for boys and girls with all good facilities.
  • Library: The University has a large collection of books such as Gitas, Vedas and Granthas and a lot of books as the scanned and e-content format in the library.
  • Computer Center: It provides computer systems with loaded E-content of a lot of books for students.
  • Health Center: The College has a health center with a first aid facility for the students.
  • Sports Center: It also organizes sports, yoga and cultural events for the entertainment purpose of the students.

Karnataka Samskrit University FAQs

Ques. Does KSU provide scholarships?

Ans. Yes, candidates who belong to SC, ST, will get 50% concession in academic fees as per the government rules.

Ques. How can we take admission?

Ans. You can download the application form from the University website and send it with a demand draft for appearing the college entrance exam, visit the website and download brochures for better understanding.

Ques. How about the eligibility for admission to the University? 

Ans. It varies from course to course, depend upon the study program you choose.

Ques. What are the courses offered by the University?

Ans. The study programs are ranging from BA, MA, Ph.D., M.Phil., Post-Doctoral studies, and Diploma & Certificate courses in Sanskrit.

Ques. Is this college UGC approved?

Ans. Yes, this University is accredited by UGC, State Govt. of Karnataka.