The Central University of Tibetan Studies (CUTS), formerly known as the Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (CIHTS), is a unique Deemed-to-be University in Sarnath, Varanasi. Established through the joint vision of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru and His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, the university is a premier center for preserving Tibetan culture and Buddhist philosophy. For the 2026 academic year, the university conducts examinations for various traditional and professional courses, including Shastri (BA), Acharya (MA), Sowa-Rigpa (BUMS), and Research programs, blending ancient Himalayan wisdom with modern academic structures.
About Examinations 2026
CUTS Varanasi follows a semester system for its mainstream academic programs and an annual system for certain traditional courses. For the 2025-26 Academic Session, the Even Semester (II, IV, VI) examinations are tentatively scheduled to take place in May and June 2026. The university recently concluded the Odd Semester (January 2026) evaluations. Admission to various UG and PG programs for the 2026 session is also integrated with the CUET (Common University Entrance Test), with CUET UG 2026 scheduled between May 11 and May 31, 2026. For traditional and internal university departments, independent entrance exams are typically held in June.
How to Download CUTS Varanasi Timetable 2026
- Step 1: Visit the official website at cihts.ac.in.
- Step 2: Navigate to the 'Examination' tab on the main menu.
- Step 3: Click on 'Exam Time Table' or check the 'Notice Board' for recent notifications.
- Step 4: Select the relevant faculty (e.g., Faculty of Buddhist Philosophy, Sowa-Rigpa Medical College).
- Step 5: The timetable will open as a PDF; ensure you verify the date for your specific Paper Code.
Expert Tips for Students
- Traditional Assessment: Students in Purva Madhyama and Uttara Madhyama should note that oral examinations (VIVA) in Tibetan Language and Script often occur a week before the written theory papers.
- Sowa-Rigpa Students: For the Medical College students, clinical practical schedules are released separately by the hospital administration; ensure you collect these from the Dean's office by April 2026.
- CUET Coordination: If you are applying for the Shastri or Acharya programs via CUET 2026, keep your CUET Admit Card ready, as subject-wise slots are assigned by the NTA (National Testing Agency) rather than the university itself.
Notice: Examination schedules may be adjusted based on local festival calendars in Varanasi or administrative directives. Verification Source: Always cross-check with the OFFICIAL CIHTS EXAMINATION PORTAL.
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