Nalanda University, renowned for its historical legacy and global academic outlook, invites applications from Indian and international students for its postgraduate and research programs for the academic year 2025–26. Built upon the spirit of the ancient Nalanda Mahavihara, the university offers interdisciplinary programs designed to address present-day global challenges while staying rooted in Indian knowledge systems.
PROGRAMS OFFERED
The university offers two-year Master’s degree programs (M.A./M.Sc./M.B.A.) in diverse fields such as:
- Hindu Studies (Sanātana Dharma)
- World Literature
- Sustainable Development and Management (with a 1-year Diploma exit option)
- Ecology and Environment Studies
- Historical Studies
- Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions
- International Relations and Peace Studies
- Archaeology
New additions include:
- M.A. in Economics
- M.A./M.Sc. in Mathematics
- M.A. in Philosophy
- M.A. in Hindi
For research aspirants, Nalanda University offers four-year Ph.D. programs in:
- World Literature (English)
- Sustainable Development and Management
- Ecology and Environment Studies
- Historical Studies
- Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions (with Hindu Studies specialization)
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Master’s Programs:
Applicants must hold a 3-year bachelor’s degree with at least 55% marks or a 2.2 GPA. Proof of English proficiency is required for non-English medium students. For MBA applicants, a 70 percentile in CAT/XAT/MAT (India) or a 3.0 GPA/GMAT (international) is needed. Executives with 5+ years of experience are exempt from test scores.
Ph.D. Programs:
A Master’s or M.Phil degree with 65% marks (or 60% for M.Phil holders) is required. Indian applicants must qualify NET/CSIR-NET. Submissions include a self-introduction, statement of purpose, research proposal (Turnitin similarity <10%), writing samples/publications, and two recommendation letters. Working professionals need 8–10 years of experience and an employer NOC.
APPLICATION DETAILS
- Fee: Rs 500 (Indian) | USD 8 (International)
- Mode of Payment: NEFT/RTGS
- Last Date to Apply: 15th June 2025
- Selection: Based on merit and an online interview.
With a global outlook and ancient wisdom, Nalanda University offers an enriching academic experience. Interested students are encouraged to apply before the deadline, for more details and apply CLICK HERE
