Nava Nalanda Mahavihara Admission 2024: BA, MA, Ph.D, Fees, Eligibility

Nalanda, Bihar Estd 1951 Deemed to be University 0

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Nava Nalanda Mahavihara was established in 1951 under Rajendra Prasad it is approved by the (UGC. NNM was created to revive the ancient seat of education in Nalanda which was created in the 5th century. Starting with Pali and Buddhism, the original subjects taught at Nalanda Mahavihara in ancient times, it now offers multiple courses in various specializations like Pali, Philosophy, Ancient History, and many more. NNM offers certification and diploma courses in 3 subjects and B.A (Hons). It also offers M.A and Ph.D. in more than 5 specializations.

B.A candidates must have a diploma or 10+2 degree with a minimum 50% score and appear for the proficiency test conducted by the university.
For M.A, the applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a related field and pass the proficiency test.
Ph.D. candidates need to have a Master's degree in the specified field and must pass the Research Entrance Test.

Table of Content

NNM Admission Highlights
NNM BA Admission
NNM MA Admission
NNM PhD Admission

4.1 Eligibility for foreign candidates

NNM Admission Process
NNM Scholarships
NNM FAQ's

With its rigorous curriculum and specific courses and a history of nearly 70 years of teaching Nava Nalanda Mahavihara truly is the Nalanda of today.

Admission Highlights 2023

College Name	Nava Nalanda Mahavihara (NMM)
Institute type	Public, Deemed University
Courses Offered	UG, PG, Ph.D
Admission Criteria	Entrance Exam conducted by Institute
Application Mode	Online/Offline
Entrance Exams	University Proficiency Test

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara BA Admission 2023

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara offers BA (Hons) in Pali for a duration of three years. The minimum eligibility criteria are 10+2 in the relevant subject group with at least 50% marks in aggregate.

Admission is granted on the basis of the university-based Proficiency Test.

Course	Specialization	Duration	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
B.A (Hons)	Pali	3 Years	10+2 qualification with minimum of 50% aggregate	Proficiency Test Merit-Based

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara MA Admission 2023

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara offers a full-time MA program in different disciplines at the PG level. Graduation in the desired discipline is the minimum eligibility criteria. Admission is offered on the basis of candidates’ performance in course-specific proficiency test followed by an interview.

Course	Specialization	Duration	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
M.A	Pali	2 Years	Candidates need to have a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.	Proficiency Test. Merit-Based
	Philosophy
	Ancient History Culture & Archaeology

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara PhD Admission 2023

The minimum eligibility for PhD is a Master’s degree in the relevant field with selection under PhD done through a research entrance test conducted by the university.

Course	Specialization	Duration	Eligibility	Selection Criteria
Ph.D	Pali	3 Years	Aspirants need a master’s degree in the related specialization.	Research Entrance Test. Merit-Based
	Philosophy
	Ancient History Culture & Archaeology
	Sanskrit
	Hindi

Eligibility Criteria for Foreign Candidates:

Those who have passed an equivalent qualifying examination from a foreign institution do not need to appear for the Proficiency Test.
Candidates need to have a valid visa/residence permit for the duration of the course.
Candidates must have proficiency over Englis/Hindi as per course requirements.
The details of the candidates should be verified by the forwarding Agencies/ Ministry.

How to Apply for Nava Nalanda Mahavihara?

The application form can be downloaded from the official website or by visiting the office of the institute.
Those applying for more than one course/ specialization must submit separate applications for each.
Applicants must submit the filled-in application form along with required documents and application fees within the stipulated time at the following address:

Office of the Registrar

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda

Bihar, India – 803111

Documents Required

10th and 12th mark sheets
Graduation and Post-graduation mark sheets
Passing Certificate
Transfer Certificate
Migration Certificate
Passport size photograph
Photocopy of all the relevant documents

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara Scholarships

Merit-based scholarships are available for candidates in the need for them.
Applications of scholarship holding foreign nationals are routed through the Indian Council for Cultural Relations/Ministry of Human Resource Development (Department of Education), Government of India.

FAQs

Ques. Do foreign students have to apply for the Proficiency Test?

Ans. In cases where foreign students have qualified an equivalent entrance test for a foreign university, they do not have to give the NNM proficiency test. Otherwise, they need to give the proficiency test too.

Ques. Is there a placement cell at Nava Nalanda Mahavihara?

Ans. No, there is not placement cell or specialized placement council, thus students must find placements themselves.

Ques. How are the examinations conducted?

Ans. Examinations are conducted bi-annually for both the Under-Graduate and Post-Graduate. End-Semester Examinations are held during May and December.

Ques. Are there any reservations for foreign students?

Ans. There is a 15% supernumerary seat reservation for foreign students. That is, in addition to total seats, another 15% of the total seat in a course is reserved to be filled only by foreign students.