National Sanskrit University( previously Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeeth) 

National Sanskrit University, earlier called as Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeetha is a central university in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India. 

The school was established in year 1956 under the Ministry of Education by the Government of India to propagate Sanskrit studies, traditional Sastras and Pedagogy. 

In considering its achievements and potential for research in the Traditional Sastras the University was given the status of Center of Excellence in Traditional Sastras during the X plan period in year 1989. 

In March 2020, the Indian Parliament passed the Central Sanskrit Universities Act, 2020 to upgrade the Rashtriya Samskrita Vidyapeetha, as a deemed to be university to a central university as a National Sanskrit University, along with 2 other universities Central Sanskrit University and Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri National Sanskrit University. 

The objectives of the University shall be:

1. to disseminate and advance knowledge by providing instructional, research and extension facilities to the promotion of the Sanskrit language. and such other branches of learning as it may deem fit;

2. to make special provisions for the integrated courses in humanities, social sciences and science in its educational programs;

3. to take appropriate measures for promoting the innovations in teaching-learning process and interdisciplinary studies and research;

4. to educate and train the manpower for the overall development, promotion, preservation and research in the field of Sanskrit and Sanskrit traditional

subjects. 

Program Offered

PRAK SASTRI (Ed. to +2/INTERMEDIATE) :

It is a 2 year pre-degree study program intended to lay the foundation of Sanskrit learning among students. It enables the students to pursue sastra study at a later stage in an efficient manner. 

UG Programmes

SASTRI (Eg. to B.A)

SASTRI VEDABASHYAM (Eq. to

B.A.)

B.A

BSc. Yoga

B.Sc. COMPUTERS 

PG Courses

ACHARYA (eq. M.A. in Sanskrit)

M.A. Hindi

M.Sc. in Computer Science and Sanskrit Language Technology

M.A. in Sanskrit - Sabdabodha Systems and Language

Technology

M.Sc. in Yoga Therapy

MAIMT 

Professional Programmes

Shiksha Acharya (eq. to M.Ed.)

Shiksha Sastri (B.Ed) 

GENERAL ADMISSION RULES

1. The aspirants seeking admission must send the application in the prescribed form. The application form should be filled in by the aspirant in his her own hand and signed. The declaration should be signed by the student and by the parent or guardian.

The candidates should enclose the following documents along with the application, failing which the application will be summarily rejected.

Duly attested Xerox copies of the following certificates.

• Provisional or Original pass certificates of the last qualifying exam

Marks secured in each examination right from

Matriculation/SSC/OSLC

to the last qualifying exam

• Date of birth (DOB)certificate

• Study certificate

• Caste Certificate

• Conduct certificate

2. Incomplete applications or those received after the due date will be rejected. The office of the Institute will not be held responsible for the delay of application forms sent by the post.

3. Candidates will be admitted to the Institute in accordance with the rules governing eligibility, merit, good conduct etc., as determined by the University from time to time and as per the rules existing on the date of the actual admission after the interview.

4. The candidates should attend in person and produce the original documents along with 3 sets of photostat copies listed below at the time of the interview to be conducted on a specified date and time failing which he or she will not be considered for admission.

5. If the admission is offered, he or she shall pay the fee immediately failing which he/she shall forfeit the seat.

The next aspirant in the merit list will be considered for admission.

• Provisional or pass certificate of the last qualifying exam for the admission

Marks obtained in each exam right from

Matriculation or SSC or OSLC to the last qualifying exam

• Transfer certificate

• Study certificate

• Date of Birth Certificate

• Conduct certificate

• Caste and Income certificate for SC, ST and

OBC Students

• Migration certificate

• Passport size photos - 5+1 stamp size. 

6. All the original certificates have to be deposited in the office at the time of admission.

7. The students are requested to retain sufficient (10 sets) xerox copies of their certificates with them in case they need it at a later date.

8. Admission will be confirmed after the personal interview and or the written exam of students, as the case may be.

9. No candidates will be permitted to appear for any other university exam during the period of study in the University.

10. The name of the candidate will be removed from the rolls or he or she may be expelled, if he or she participates in illegal, anti-national activities, anti-social activities, strikes etc.

Candidates will not be allowed to change the optional subject after 1 month from the date of joining.

11. The students must submit 2 copies of recent passport-size photographs at the time of admission.

12. The University reserves the right to run or not to run any study course during the year depending on the number of aspirants received for a particular course. 

MISSION

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT IN TEACHING OF SANSKRIT AND SHASTRAS WITH A MULTIDISCIPLINARY APPROACH

1. Development of innovative teaching methods for Sanskrit.

2. Development of the Modern Research Methodology in Sanskrit.

3. Conducting the national level Shastrarth Training Camps.

4. Use of modern technology such as Language Lab in the development of teaching and research methodology. 

STRENGTHENING OF SANSKRIT

INFORMATION THROUGH

NETWORKING

1. To develop a Network of institutes, academicians and researchers on Sanskrit through SANSK-NET.

2. Popularization of great epics like

Valmiki Ramayana and Mahabhärata and Puranas like

Bhãgavata etc. in all major languages of the World through Internet.

3. Promoting traditional S?stras and showing their relevance to contemporary society. 

PROPAGATION OF SANSKRIT -

SCIENCE EDUCATION

1. Organising Sanskrit-Science Exhibition.

2. Research on Sanskrit-Science Nexus.

3. Establishing a Centre for the Sanskrit and Science Studies and development of New Courses in this area.

4. Creating a forum for the interaction between traditional Sanskrit scholars and Scientists.

5. Organising Seminars, Conferences and Workshops on Sanskrit Science. 

PRESERVATION OF INDIAN HERITAGE, TRADITION AND CULTURE

1. To conduct extensive survey, collection and preservation of the Manuscripts and to publish critical editions.

2. To intensify research on the Human Consciousness and Yogic Sciences.

3. To mould the candidates of Sanskrit learning into Cultural Ambassadors of India. 

The following are the CORE VALUES of the National Sanskrit University:- 

Dedication: reflected in our distinctive work ethic and in our commitment to excellence. 

Creativity: reflected in our openness to new ideas and forms of expression, intellectual curiosity, willingness to take risks and entrepreneurial spirit. 

Collaboration : reflected in our interdisciplinary approach, our focus on internal and external partnerships and our capacity to create new fields of the inquiry. 

Integrity : reflected in our adherence to the highest ethical standards in personal and professional behavior, and in our commitment to transparency and accountability in the governance and everything we do. 

Sustainability : reflected in our shared commitment to lead by example in preserving and protecting our natural resources, and in our approach to responsible financial planning. 

Quality : Providing educational study programs that lead to the acquisition of the knowledge and skills necessary to achieve information literacy, career advancement, personal enrichment, leadership, and service to society. To ensure program quality, NSU assesses practices, policies, and processes on an ongoing basis to strengthen the overall effectiveness of the curriculum, instructional delivery, and operations. 

Social Responsibility : The Institute is well aware of its social responsibility, in this regard it is promoting Sanskrit learning in society through Balakendras, Spoken Sanskrit camps etc. 

Use of Technology for Teaching and Learning: The University motivates and encourages the faculty to use Information and Communication Technology(ICT) in the teaching-learning procedure.