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Online M.A. Sanskrit – SASTRA Deemed University

The Online M.A. Sanskrit from SASTRA Deemed University is a two-year postgraduate programme offering a comprehensive academic grounding in Sanskrit language, literature, philosophy, and culture. Sanskrit — one of the world's oldest languages — holds deep significance in Indian history, religion, science, and philosophy, and this programme is designed to cultivate both linguistic mastery and scholarly understanding of its classical heritage. The curriculum spans two years and covers Sanskrit grammar, poetry and prose, drama, poetics and prosody, scientific literature, Jyotir Vigyan (astronomy and astrology), early texts including the Gita and Upanishads, introduction to Yoga Sutra, Vyakaranam, comparative philology, and elective modules in Advaita, Vishishtadvaita, and Dvaita traditions. Learners are trained in critical analysis and textual interpretation, building deep competency in the language and its philosophical dimensions. Graduates of this programme are equipped for careers as Sanskrit teachers, research scholars, translators, and interpreters, as well as roles in archaeology, anthropology, linguistics, and religious studies. Delivered online in live and recorded formats through SASTRA's distance education division, this programme is accessible to learners across India.

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Overview

SASTRA Deemed University's Online M.A. Sanskrit is a two-year postgraduate degree programme designed to provide learners with a deep and scholarly understanding of Sanskrit language, literature, philosophy, and classical Indian knowledge systems. Delivered through SASTRA's Directorate of Distance Education in an online format combining live and recorded sessions, the programme is accessible to learners across India. The curriculum covers the full breadth of Sanskrit studies — from grammar and poetics to Vedic texts, Yoga Sutra, Jyotir Vigyan, and the philosophical traditions of Advaita, Vishishtadvaita, and Dvaita — along with an elective component for specialisation. The medium of instruction is English, with Sanskrit proficiency required for admission. At a total fee of Rs 24,000, this programme offers an affordable route to a recognised postgraduate qualification in one of the world's most significant classical languages.

Why Master of Arts (MA)?

The M.A. Sanskrit from SASTRA offers a rare combination of rigorous academic study and genuine engagement with India's most significant classical intellectual tradition. The programme goes well beyond language instruction, taking learners deep into Vedic literature, philosophical systems, scientific texts, and astronomical knowledge encoded in Sanskrit — areas of growing academic and cultural relevance globally. SASTRA's credibility as a NAAC A++ accredited, NIRF-ranked institution lends the degree strong recognition. The curriculum's inclusion of modules on Yoga Sutra, Jyotir Vigyan, and comparative philology reflects a programme that treats Sanskrit as a living intellectual tradition rather than a purely archival subject. At an accessible total fee, it is one of the most affordable and comprehensive online Sanskrit postgraduate programmes available from a recognised Indian university.

What does this course have to offer?

Key Highlights

  • Two-year online M.A. in Sanskrit from NAAC A++ accredited SASTRA Deemed University

  • Delivered online in live and recorded formats

  • Covers Sanskrit grammar, literature, poetics, philosophy, Jyotir Vigyan, and Yoga Sutra

  • Includes early texts: Vedas, Gita, Upanishads, Mahabharata, Ramayana

  • Philosophy electives in Advaita, Vishishtadvaita, and Dvaita

  • Comparative philology and scientific Sanskrit literature in curriculum

  • Medium of instruction: English

  • Total fee of Rs 24,000

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Who is this programme for?

  • Graduates with Sanskrit proficiency seeking a postgraduate qualification in Indian classical studies

  • Aspiring Sanskrit teachers, researchers, and translators

  • Scholars and enthusiasts of Indian philosophy, religion, and culture

  • Individuals interested in Vedic literature, Yoga, Jyotir Vigyan, and classical Indian knowledge systems

Minimum Eligibility

  • 10+2+3 pattern (10th, 12th/PUC, and undergraduate degree) completed in regular mode from a recognised institution

  • Proficiency in Sanskrit required — one of the following certifications is accepted: Kovida from Samskruta Bharati or Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan

  • Visakshana from Samskruta Bhasha Pracharini Sabha, Chittoor

  • Hindi Praveen

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Who is the programme for?

Applicants must have completed the 10+2+3 pattern (10th, 12th or PUC, and an undergraduate degree) in regular mode from a recognised institution. Sanskrit proficiency is a mandatory requirement and must be demonstrated through one of the following certifications: Kovida from Samskruta Bharati or Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan, Visakshana from Samskruta Bhasha Pracharini Sabha (Chittoor), or Hindi Praveen. The programme is delivered entirely online in live and recorded formats. The medium of instruction is English. Students who carry backlogs are required to pay an additional readmission or arrear fee per paper. Examination fees and a one-time admission fee of Rs 1,000 are payable in addition to the tuition fee. Convocation fees are also applicable.

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Curriculum

The M.A. Sanskrit curriculum spans two years and is divided into structured course modules covering the core domains of Sanskrit language and literature. Year 1 courses introduce learners to poetry and prose (Padyam and Gadyam), drama and champu (Rupakam and Champu), poetics and prosody (Alankara and Chandas), scientific literature (Vaijnanika Sahityam), and Jyotir Vigyan covering astronomy and astrology. Year 2 deepens the programme with early texts including the Gita and Upanishads, an introduction to Yoga Sutra, Sanskrit grammar (Vyakaranam), an elective paper, comparative philology, and optional specialisation in one of three classical philosophical traditions: Advaita, Vishishtadvaita, or Dvaita. Each module carries between 6 and 8 credits, building a comprehensive and progressively deepening engagement with Sanskrit as both language and knowledge system.

There are 2 semesters in this course

The programme begins with foundational literary study through Padyam and Gadyam, which introduces classical Sanskrit poetry and prose forms. Rupakam and Champu explores dramatic and mixed prose-verse compositions, while Alankara and Chandas develops understanding of Sanskrit poetics and metrical systems. Vaijnanika Sahityam examines the scientific literature of ancient India — astronomy, mathematics, and medicine as recorded in Sanskrit — and Jyotir Vigyan extends this into the disciplines of astronomy and astrology. The second year opens with Early Texts, Gita and Upanishads, providing close reading of foundational philosophical and spiritual literature. Introduction to Yoga Sutra offers a structured study of Patanjali's foundational text. Vyakaranam covers advanced Sanskrit grammar and linguistic analysis. Comparative Philology situates Sanskrit within the broader Indo-European language family. The elective component allows students to specialise in one of three Vedantic philosophical traditions: Advaita (non-dualism as expounded by Adi Shankaracharya), Vishishtadvaita (qualified non-dualism), or Dvaita (dualism as articulated by Madhvacharya).

Year 1

Year 2

Programme Length

2 years (online, live and recorded format)

Tuition Fee

The total tuition fee for the M.A. Sanskrit programme is Rs 24,000 for the full two years. In addition, a one-time admission fee of Rs 1,000 is payable at the time of enrolment. Examination fees and convocation fees are charged separately. Students with backlogs are required to pay an additional readmission or arrear fee per paper. No EMI or loan facility is mentioned for this programme.

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Learning Experience

The M.A. Sanskrit programme is delivered entirely online through SASTRA's Directorate of Distance Education, combining live sessions with recorded content to offer flexibility for learners across India. The medium of instruction is English, making the programme accessible to students who may not have prior formal Sanskrit education beyond the required proficiency certification. Learners engage with literary, grammatical, philosophical, and scientific dimensions of Sanskrit through structured coursework, with regular assessments conducted according to the examination schedule. The online format allows students to study at their own pace while maintaining academic structure through scheduled examinations and attendance requirements.

University Experience

SASTRA Deemed University is a NAAC A++ accredited, NIRF-ranked institution with a strong tradition in both science and humanities education. Its Directorate of Distance Education extends SASTRA's academic rigour to online learners across India, offering programmes in management, technology, and classical studies. The university's grounding in South Indian academic tradition makes it a particularly fitting institution for advanced Sanskrit studies, with faculty experienced in both classical philology and contemporary scholarly approaches to Indian knowledge systems.

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About the University

University

Established in 1984, SASTRA is a premier private deemed university located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. The university operates across multiple campuses offering comprehensive education through various schools including Engineering, Medicine, Management, Law, Sciences, and Humanities. With a strong focus on research and innovation, SASTRA has emerged as one of India's leading institutions, known for its academic excellence and industry-aligned curriculum.

#801-850

QS World Ranking 2025

#22

NIRF University Rank 2024

3200+

Faculty Staff

Affiliation & Recognition

UGC

UGC

NAAC

NAAC

NBA

NBA

Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET), UK

Institution of Engineering & Technology (IET), UK

Career services

SASTRA provides comprehensive career support through structured training programs and industry interactions. The center facilitates continuous institute-industry engagement through pre-placement training, industrial exhibitions, and seminars. Students receive intensive coaching in personality development, leadership qualities, and technical skills. The CDC organizes year-round placement activities including pre-placement talks, aptitude tests, group discussions, and interviews. The university mandates industrial training and internships, enabling students to gain practical industry exposure.

52 LPA

Highest Package 2024

980+

Total Recruiters 2024

94%

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  • Course Start Date:

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  • Duration:

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24,000

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