Content Curator | Updated on - Apr 8, 2026

St. Stephen's College, one of India's most prestigious institutions under the University of Delhi, offers a 2-year full-time Master of Arts in Sanskrit programme. The course is conducted on-campus in regular classroom mode and covers classical Sanskrit literature, grammar (Vyakarana), Vedic studies, Indian philosophy through Sanskrit texts, poetics (Kavyashastra), and Sanskrit prose and poetry. The total fees for the programme are approximately Rs. 58,222 for the entire 2-year duration (as per 2026-27 fee structure). Admission is based on CUET PG scores, followed by a college-level interview. The programme is popular among students with a deep interest in Indian classical heritage, linguistics, and those preparing for civil services with Sanskrit as an optional subject.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are upcoming. Based on the CUET PG 2026 exam schedule (March 6 - March 27, 2026) and results expected by May 6, 2026, the DU PG counselling and St. Stephen's College interview process is expected to begin tentatively in May-June 2026. Candidates are advised to keep checking the official college website (ststephens.edu) for PG admission notices.

Key Points

St. Stephen's College is a Christian minority institution of the Church of North India (CNI); 50% of seats are reserved for Christian candidates, while the remaining 50% are open to all applicants through DU's merit-based process.
Admission to the MA Sanskrit programme requires first securing admission at the University of Delhi through CUET PG, and then separately applying and clearing an interview at St. Stephen's College.
The Sanskrit Sahitya Sabha at the college organises academic events and cultural activities related to Sanskrit studies.
The college also runs a Centre for Languages (CFL) offering certificate and diploma courses in Sanskrit, complementing the MA programme.
The college offers residential facilities (Residence) on campus for outstation PG students, subject to availability.
The medium of instruction is English and Sanskrit throughout the programme.

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St. Stephen's MA Sanskrit Fees

The MA Sanskrit programme at St. Stephen's College is highly affordable. For the General category, the total fee per year (MA Previous) is Rs. 29,111, comprising a DU/UGC Academic Fee of Rs. 11,551 and a College Fee of Rs. 17,560. Over the 2-year programme, the total fees amount to approximately Rs. 58,222. PWD category students pay a significantly reduced fee of Rs. 1,150 per year, while Staff Ward students pay Rs. 8,850 per year.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	General Category	SC/ST/EWS/Martyr's Child	PWD Category	Staff Ward
DU/UGC Academic Fee (Annual)	Rs. 11,551	Rs. 11,335	Rs. 1,150	Rs. 8,850
College Fee (Semester)	Rs. 17,560	Rs. 17,560	Rs. 0	Rs. 0
Total Per Year	Rs. 29,111	Rs. 28,895	Rs. 1,150	Rs. 8,850
Total Fees (2 Years)	Rs. 58,222	Rs. 57,790	Rs. 2,300	Rs. 17,700

The DU/UGC Academic Fee (Annual Fee) is charged only once at the beginning of the Odd Semester and is NOT charged during the Even Semester of the same academic year.
The College Fee (Semester Fee) is charged every semester.
The Academic Fee is paid through the DU Admission Portal/Website; the College Fee is paid after joining the college.
For 2nd year (MA Final) students, both the Academic Fee and College Fee are paid through the College Portal/Website.
Hostel/Residence fees are separate and not included above.
Residence at St. Stephen's College costs approximately Rs. 40,000-50,000 per semester (including mess charges), subject to availability.
Residence is not mandatory.

St. Stephen's MA Sanskrit Admission 2026

Admission to MA Sanskrit at St. Stephen's College is a two-step process: first, candidates must secure admission at the University of Delhi through CUET PG scores, and then separately apply and clear a college-level interview at St. Stephen's. The college is a Christian minority institution, and 50% of seats are reserved for Christian candidates. For the 2026-27 session, the CUET PG 2026 exam has been conducted (March 6-27, 2026) and results are expected by May 6, 2026, after which DU PG counselling and college-level processes will begin.

Important Dates

St. Stephen's College MA Sanskrit Admission Dates

Event	Date
CUET PG 2026 Registration Start	December 14, 2025
CUET PG 2026 Registration End	January 25, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Admit Card	March 3, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Exam	March 6 - March 27, 2026
CUET PG 2026 Result	May 6, 2026
DU PG Counselling / CSAS Registration (Tentative)	May - June 2026
St. Stephen's College PG Application Portal Opens (Tentative)	May - June 2026
St. Stephen's College Interview (Tentative)	June - July 2026
Admission / Batch Commencement (Tentative)	July 2026

CUET PG 2026 Exam Dates

Event	Date
Application Start	December 14, 2025
Application End	January 25, 2026
Admit Card Release	March 3, 2026
Exam Dates	March 6 - March 27, 2026
Result Declaration	May 6, 2026

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree of minimum 3 years duration (B.A. or equivalent) under the 10+2+3 pattern from any recognized university, with Sanskrit as a major/honours subject.
A minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST/PWD candidates) in the qualifying degree is generally required as per DU norms.
Candidates must have a valid CUET PG score in the relevant subject paper (Sanskrit).

Admission Process

Register and appear for CUET PG 2026 conducted by NTA (exam paper: Sanskrit).
Register on the DU PG Admission Portal (pgadmission.uod.ac.in) and select St. Stephen's College as preferred college.
Separately fill the St. Stephen's College PG Application Form on the college's PG portal (pg.ststephens.edu).
Shortlisted candidates (based on CUET PG score) are called for an Aptitude Test and Interview at the college.
Final admission is based on CUET PG score and college interview performance.
Christian minority candidates must indicate their category and may be given preference as per the college's minority institution status.
Deposit fees and submit documents within the stipulated deadline after the admission list is displayed.

St. Stephen's MA Sanskrit Scholarships 2026

St. Stephen's College offers a range of merit-based and need-based scholarships and prizes to its students, including PG students. These are funded by the college, alumni, and international organisations. Sanskrit students may be eligible for the Kumari Rajeshwari Razdan Memorial Sanskrit Prize, the Mukand Lal Sanskrit Prize, and the Ram Baksh Sanskrit Prize. The Sumitomo Scholarship and Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi Scholarship are also available to all Stephanians. Government scholarships such as the Post-Matric Scholarship for SC/ST students and the Central Sector Scholarship are also available.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount / Benefit
Sumitomo Scholarship	Merit-based; open to students of the college	Varies (international funding)
Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi Scholarship	Merit-based; open to students of the college	Varies (international funding)
Kumari Rajeshwari Razdan Memorial Sanskrit Prize	Merit-based; Sanskrit students	Prize (monetary value)
Mukand Lal Sanskrit Prize	Merit-based; Sanskrit students	Prize (monetary value)
Ram Baksh Sanskrit Prize	Merit-based; Sanskrit students	Prize (monetary value)
Ladli Das Sanskrit Prize	Merit-based; Sanskrit students	Prize (monetary value)
Vikas Dhaka Scholarship	Need-cum-merit; college students	Varies
Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students; income criteria apply	Up to Rs. 24,000 per annum
Central Sector Scholarship	Merit-based; 12th pass with top 20 percentile	Rs. 10,000 per annum (PG level)
National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship	Need-cum-merit; income below Rs. 1.5 lakh	Rs. 12,000 per annum

College-specific scholarships and prizes are awarded through an internal selection process.
Notifications are published on the college website.
Government scholarships must be applied for through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).
Application deadlines for college scholarships are announced annually on the college website (ststephens.edu/scholarship-notifications).

St Stephen's College MA Sanskrit Ranking

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#2 out of 255 in India 2025

#2nd in New Delhi

#2 in Delhi NCR

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#2 out of 93 in India 2025

#2nd in New Delhi

#2 in Delhi NCR

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St. Stephen's MA Sanskrit FAQs

Ques. Is MA Sanskrit from St. Stephen's College useful for UPSC Civil Services preparation?

Ans. Yes, Sanskrit is a valid optional subject for UPSC Civil Services, and MA Sanskrit from St. Stephen's College provides a strong academic foundation. The programme's coverage of classical texts, grammar, and Indian philosophy aligns well with the UPSC Sanskrit optional syllabus. The college's academic environment and alumni network also support civil services aspirants.

Ques. Is it mandatory to appear for a college-level interview even after clearing CUET PG?

Ans. Yes. Admission to St. Stephen's College is a two-step process. Even after securing a seat at the University of Delhi through CUET PG, candidates must separately apply on the college's PG portal and clear a college-conducted interview. Shortlisting for the interview is based on CUET PG scores.

Ques. What is the aptitude test conducted during the St. Stephen's PG interview process for MA Sanskrit?

Ans. The aptitude test is a written test conducted before the interview, typically lasting about 30 minutes. For MA Sanskrit, it tests knowledge of Sanskrit grammar, literature, and classical texts. The interview that follows is conducted by a panel of Sanskrit faculty members.

Ques. Can outstation students get hostel/residence accommodation at St. Stephen's College for the MA programme?

Ans. Yes, St. Stephen's College has residential facilities (called Residence) on campus. Admission to Residence for MA Previous (1st year) students is considered at the time of college admission. Priority is given to outstation candidates. However, accommodation is not guaranteed and is subject to availability. The residence fee is approximately Rs. 40,000-50,000 per semester, inclusive of mess charges.

Ques. What career options are available after MA Sanskrit from St. Stephen's College?

Ans. Graduates of MA Sanskrit from St. Stephen's College pursue careers in academia and research, civil services, teaching (school and college level), translation, publishing of classical texts, cultural organisations, and religious institutions. Many also pursue PhD programmes in Sanskrit, Indology, and related fields at top universities in India and abroad.

Ques. Does St. Stephen's College offer any language courses in Sanskrit alongside the MA programme?

Ans. Yes, the Centre for Languages (CFL) at St. Stephen's College offers Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma courses in Sanskrit. Regular MA students can simultaneously enrol in these language courses if they wish, subject to the college's rules. These courses are affiliated to the relevant departments of the University of Delhi.