Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit (SSUS) is considered amongst the best Sanskrit Universities in India. It thrives to impart good knowledge in Sanskrit, other Indian as well as Foreign Languages, Fine Arts, and Social Sciences to the students. The university came into being in the year 1994 in Kalady, Kerala. It has 8 regional campuses in Kerala, most of which are located in rural areas. The University is recognised by UGC and accredited with an A Grade by NAAC.

It provides various undergraduate and postgraduate courses- BA, MA, MSW, BFA, MFA etc. The admissions to UG courses are merit-based and for PG courses, they are entrance-based. The application forms are available online on the official website of the University.

SSUS Courses 

The college offers various courses, the details of which are as follows-

Courses Details
B.A Duration- 3 years
Eligibility- 10+2
Specialization- Sanskrit Sahitya, Sanskrit General, Sanskrit Nyaya, Sanskrit Vedanta, Sanskrit Vyakarana, Sanskrit and Information Technology, Dance (Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam), Music
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A) Duration- 4 years
Eligibility- 10+2 Specialization- Painting, Mural painting, Sculpture
M.A Duration- 2 years
Eligibility- Bachelor’s degree
Specialization- Sanskrit Sahitya, Sanskrit General, Sanskrit Nyaya, Sanskrit Vedanta, Sanskrit Vyakarana, Malayalam, Hindi, Urdu, English language and Literature, Comparative Literature and Linguistics, Arabic, Music, Dance,  Theatre, Philosophy, History, Sociology, Vedic Studies, Psychology, Geography
Masters of Fine Art (MFA) Duration- 2 years
Eligibility- Bachelor’s degree with 55% (50% for reserved category)
Master of Social Work Duration- 2 years
Eligibility- Bachelor’s degree
Masters of Physical Education Duration- 2 years
Eligibility- Bachelor’s degree
Diploma Duration- 1 year
Eligibility- 10+2
Specialization- Ayurveda Panchkarma and International Spa Therapy
PG Diploma Duration- 1 year
Eligibility – Bachelor’s degree
Specialization- Translation and Office Proceedings in Hindi, Wellness and SPA Management

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SSUS Admission 

The admission for UG courses is based on the merit list which is obtained on the basis of the marks scored in class 12th. However, for PG courses the admission is based on the Common Entrance Exam followed by an interview conducted by the University.

How to apply?

  1. Visit the official website- https://ssus.ac.in/.
  2. Click on Apply here and register yourself by filling part-1 form.
  3. Then, login using credentials and fill part-2 form.
  4. After filling the form, thoroughly check the details and upload necessary documents.
  5. Submit the form and pay the application fees in part two of the application form for successful registration.

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SSUS Scholarships 

The college offers scholarships to meritorious students as well as to the students who belong to the economically weaker section. The scholarships offered are mentioned below:

  • Sree Sankara Scholarship

The University provides scholarship to every student who has been enrolled in a Sanskrit core course on the basis of the attendance. The amount offered here as scholarships is INR 500 per month during the entire period of the course.

  • Merit Scholarship

Merit scholarship is offered to students based on their attendance and merit. The selection criterion is decided by the university. The students must submit the application along with the qualifying certificates to the campus director or the head of the department within 15 days from the date of admission.

  • SC/ST/OEC and other financially backward candidates are also exempted from the payment of tuition fee, exam fees, subjected to the grant of concession by the Government of Kerala.

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SSUS Facilities

The University provides numerous facilities to its students and faculty members. Some of these are listed below:

  1. Hostel- The university provides a limited hostel facility on the main campus with a separate hostel for boys and girls. A hostel facility for only girls is also provided at Regional Campus, Payyanur.
  2. Career Guidance Cell- The University has a career guidance cell which provides counselling to all students.
  3. Other Facilities- The college also has NCC, NSS, Anti- ragging cell, Equal Opportunity cell etc.

SSUS Faculty

The college has excellent faculty working towards providing guidance and knowledge to the students. The numbers of faculty members working at different positions are-

  1. Head of Department -18
  2. Professor - 61
  3. Associate Professor - 32
  4. Assistant Professor - 42
  5. Lecturer – 6

 Get detailed information:  Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit Faculty

SSUS FAQs

Ques. Does the SSUS have a grievance redressal cell?

Ans. Yes, the SSUS provides the facility of grievance redressal cell. The students can also fill the grievance form and submit online on the official website to the SSUS. The cell assures the students that all the grievances are acknowledged and possible solutions are provided.

Ques. Does the SSUS have an Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)?

Ans. Yes, the SSUS has a Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), the objectives of which is to:

  • Continuously monitor quality and create quality alerts and propose ways and means of enhancing quality.
  • Achieve quality through continuous improvement with cooperation of all stakeholders.
  • Channelize and systemize the efforts of the university towards academic excellence. 

Ques. Does the SSUS provide accommodation facilities?

Ans. Yes, the SSUS provides accommodation facilities to both boys and girls students. The rooms are distributed on a sharing basis in the hostels.The hostels are equipped with all the required facilities which make hostels comfortable and suitable for the students.

Ques. What are the documents required at the time of admission in SSUS?

Ans. The following are the required documents at the time of admission in SSUS:

  • Class 10th board examination certificate
  • Class 12th marksheet
  • Class 12th provisional certificate/ original certificate
  • SC/ST/OBC certificate
  • Transfer certificate
  • Admit card of selection test.
  • Passport size photos.

Ques. What is the detailed syllabus for M.S.W. course entrance examination in SSUS?

Ans. The detailed syllabus for M.S.W. course entrance examination in SSUS are as follows:

  • Aptitude: To serve society and to take up social work as a profession.
  • Knowledge: A general knowledge on society, social problems and development issues for the application of them in the practices of social work and knowledge backgrounds to support the academic learning.
  • Skill: For effective communication, for organising and managing people and programs, and leading qualities
  • Intellect: to competitively perform in academic activities
  • Language: proficiency in English apart from other working languages.
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