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Academic Department Silchar, Assam University Estd. 1994

Department of Sanskrit

Constituent Department of Assam University, Silchar

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About Department of Sanskrit

Background, academic mission, and departmental profile

The Department of Sanskrit started its journey with an M.A programme in 1995. M.Phil and Ph.D. programmes were launched in 1998 and 1999 respectively. Since its day of inception, the department through its multifaceted activities related to teaching and research has been engaged in popularizing the study of Sanskrit language and literature. The department regularly organizes seminars and workshops to highlight the rich cultural heritage of India. Sanskrit speaking courses are also organized by the department to enable learners speak simple Sanskrit. Teaching and research activities in the department cover areas like Vedic studies, aesthetic and literary studies, and also studies on Indian cultural, philosophical and scientific traditions.

Courses Offered:

i] M.A. (by course work). Duration : Two Years (Four Semesters). No. of seats : 31

ii] M.Phil (by course work & dissertation). Duration : Three Semesters. No. of seats : 15

iii] Ph.D. ( by course work and research work )

iv] D.Litt. ( by research work )

Faculty Type Postgraduate Teaching Department
Affiliation Assam University, Silchar
Campus Location Silchar, Assam

Programs & Courses Offered

Academic qualifications and certifications administered by this department

i] M.A. (by course work). Duration : Two Years (Four Semesters). No. of seats : 31

Offered at Assam University, Silchar

ii] M.Phil (by course work & dissertation). Duration : Three Semesters. No. of seats : 15

Offered at Assam University, Silchar

iii] Ph.D. ( by course work and research work )

Offered at Assam University, Silchar

iv] D.Litt. ( by research work )

Offered at Assam University, Silchar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common queries about Department of Sanskrit

Where is the Department of Sanskrit located?

The Department of Sanskrit is an academic teaching department of Assam University, Silchar, located in Silchar, Assam, India.

How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?

Admissions to courses offered by Department of Sanskrit are conducted as per Assam University, Silchar guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.

What qualifications are awarded by Department of Sanskrit?

Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under Assam University, Silchar.