Admission Notice: CIHTS Sarnath Admission 2025
Admissions Open for UG, PG, B.Ed., Fine Arts, Ph.D. & Translation Programmes
The Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (CIHTS), Sarnath, Varanasi, a Deemed to be University under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, and accredited ‘A’ by NAAC, invites applications for admission to its various academic programmes for the session 2025–26. The institute offers an integrated blend of traditional Tibetan and Buddhist studies with modern disciplines.
Programmes Offered
| Level | Programmes |
|---|---|
| School Level | Purva Madhayama (Class 8 level), Uttar Madhayama (Class 10 level) |
| UG | Shastri (B.A. equivalents), Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) |
| PG | Acharya (M.A. equivalents) in multiple disciplines, Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) |
| Professional | B.Ed., Two-Year PG Rigorous Training in Buddhist Translation |
| Research | Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D.) in Buddhist Philosophy, Bon, Jyotish, Fine Arts, Tibetan History & Culture |
Important Dates
| Last Date to Submit Application | 05 June 2025 |
| Date of Entrance Exam | 22 June 2025 |
| Result Declaration | 26 June 2025 |
| Counselling Dates | 03–05 July 2025 |
| Admit Card Issuance | By email between 10–15 June 2025 |
Application Process
- Application forms are available online at www.cihts.ac.in
- Forms must be downloaded, filled, and submitted via email, registered/speed post, or courier
- Address: Registrar, Examination Wing, CIHTS, Sarnath, Varanasi – 221007, Uttar Pradesh
- Email: [email protected]
Entrance Examination Centres
- CIHTS Sarnath (Varanasi), Dehradun, Siliguri, Shimla, Bylakuppe, Itanagar, Mundgod, Kathmandu
Eligibility
- School-level Programs (Purva/Uttar Madhayama): Pass in Class 8 or 10 with Tibetan proficiency
- Shastri (B.A. equivalent): 10+2 with Tibetan language
- Acharya (M.A. equivalent): Shastri/B.A. with Tibetan in the relevant subject
- B.Ed.: UG with 50% marks + Tibetan language at Class 10
- Ph.D. (Vidyavaridhi): Acharya (PG) in Tibetan with 55% marks (5% relaxation for reserved categories)
- Translation Training Programme: Acharya in related subjects with 55% marks
Entrance Exam Pattern
- Purva Madhayama: Tibetan (100), Hindi/English (100) – Class 8 level
- Shastri: Four papers – Buddhist/Bon Philosophy (100), Tibetan (50), Sanskrit (50), Hindi/English (50) – Class 12 level
- Acharya & MFA: Three papers – Main Subject (100), Tibetan (50), Hindi/English/Sanskrit/Pali (50) – UG level
- Ph.D. (for non-NET): Research Methodology (20), Subjective (50), Translation (30)
- Translation Training: Sanskrit grammar/literature, Buddhist philosophy, translation skills – 100 marks
NET/JRF candidates will be admitted as per UGC rules (no written test required for JRF holders).
Financial Assistance
- Merit Scholarships & Free ships as per CIHTS norms
- Stipend of ₹25,000/month for students selected in the two-year Post-Graduate Rigorous Training Programme in Translation
Special Provisions
- Reservation as per Government of India norms
- Supernumerary Seats under PM CARES Scheme available (2 per programme)
Documents Required at Counselling
- Marksheets, Transfer/School Leaving Certificate
- Proof of Date of Birth, Passport/Citizenship (for foreign applicants)
- Category Certificate (if applicable), Green Book (for Tibetan students)
Contact for Queries
- Phone (Exam Wing):
- Mr. Kowar Ravi Shankar: 7052267273
- Mr. Penpa Tsering: 7905899789
- Mr. Abhimanyu Bhandari: 8894839082
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: www.cihts.ac.in