Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The BA Sanskrit Visharad at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune is a 3-year full-time undergraduate degree programme (with an optional 4th Honours year under NEP 2020) offered by the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies. The programme is designed to provide in-depth knowledge of Sanskrit language, literature, grammar, philosophy, and Indian knowledge traditions. It is one of the few dedicated Sanskrit degree programmes in Maharashtra offered by a deemed university, making it a preferred choice for students passionate about classical Indian studies, Indology, and Sanskrit scholarship. The total fees for the 3-year programme are Rs. 82,000 (Year 1: Rs. 25,000 + Year 2: Rs. 27,000 + Year 3: Rs. 30,000), with an optional Honours year at Rs. 32,000. Admission is merit-based, with a seat intake of 30 students.

Admissions for the 2026-27 academic year are currently closed. Based on previous year patterns, admissions for the 2027-28 batch are expected to open around June-July 2026. The registration process is conducted through TMV's online admission portal (tmv.academydesk.com). The programme follows the NEP 2020 structure with multiple exit points: Certificate after Year 1, Diploma after Year 2, Degree after Year 3, and Honours after Year 4.

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Programme follows NEP 2020 with multiple exit points: Certificate (Year 1), Diploma (Year 2), Degree (Year 3), and Honours (Year 4).
Offered by the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies, one of the dedicated Sanskrit research centres in Maharashtra.
Medium of instruction is Marathi; however, answers can be written in Sanskrit, Marathi, English, or Hindi.
Semester VI includes a mandatory Summer Internship component as part of the curriculum.
The programme covers Vedas, Vyakaran (Grammar), Darshana (Philosophy), Sahitya (Literature), Sahityashastra, and Ayurveda Darshana as elective specialization groups.

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TMV BA Sanskrit Visharad Fees

The BA Sanskrit Visharad at TMV Pune is one of the most affordable Sanskrit degree programmes in Maharashtra. The annual fee starts at Rs. 25,000 in the first year and increases progressively. The total fee for the standard 3-year programme is Rs. 82,000. Students opting for the Honours year (4th year) will pay an additional Rs. 32,000, bringing the total to Rs. 1,14,000 for the full 4-year Honours programme.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Year 1 (2026-27)	Year 2	Year 3	Honours Year
Admission Fee	Rs. 1,000	Rs. 1,000	Rs. 1,000	Rs. 1,000
Examination Fee	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000	Rs. 2,000
Tuition Fee	Rs. 18,500	Rs. 21,500	Rs. 24,500	Rs. 26,500
Library Fee	Rs. 500	Rs. 500	Rs. 500	Rs. 500
Annual Total	Rs. 25,000	Rs. 27,000	Rs. 30,000	Rs. 32,000
Total Fees (3 Years)	Rs. 82,000
Total Fees (4 Years with Honours)	Rs. 1,14,000

A refundable Library Deposit of Rs. 2,000 is applicable for students who wish to borrow books from the Vidyapeeth library.
Fee structure is subject to revision each academic year.
No hostel facility is specifically mentioned for this department; students are expected to arrange their own accommodation.
Fee payment can be made in installments as per Vidyapeeth norms.

TMV BA Sanskrit Visharad Admission 2026

Admissions to the BA Sanskrit Visharad programme at TMV Pune are merit-based, with no mandatory entrance exam. The process involves online registration through the TMV admission portal, followed by document verification and fee payment. For 2026-27, admissions are now closed. The 2027-28 admission cycle is expected to begin around June 2026, based on previous year patterns. The programme is open to students from any stream who have passed HSC or equivalent, or hold a Sanskrit Kovid qualification.

TMV BA Sanskrit Visharad Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Admission Portal Opens	June 2026 (Tentative)
Last Date for Online Registration	July 2026 (Tentative)
Document Verification	July 2026 (Tentative)
Commencement of Classes	August 2026 (Tentative)

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria:

Passed HSC (12th) or equivalent examination from a recognized board.
Candidates holding a Sanskrit Kovid qualification are also eligible.
No minimum percentage specified; open to students from any stream.

Admission Process:

Visit the official TMV admission portal: tmv.academydesk.com
Complete online registration and fill in the application form.
Upload required documents (12th marksheet, school leaving certificate, identity proof, passport-size photographs).
Shortlisting is done on the basis of 12th marks (merit-based).
Pay the admission fee online to confirm the seat.
Attend document verification at the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies, TMV, Gultekdi, Pune (also at Sadashiv Peth centre: 1242, Sadashiv Peth, Pune - 411 030).

TMV BA Sanskrit Visharad Scholarships 2026

TMV Pune does not offer direct institutional scholarships for the BA Sanskrit Visharad programme. However, students can avail various government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and Maharashtra DBT portal. Students from SC/ST/OBC/Minority categories and economically weaker sections are encouraged to apply for state and central government schemes.

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount/Benefit	How to Apply
Government of India Scholarship for SC/ST	SC/ST category students	Covers tuition fees (varies by scheme)	National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in)
Maharashtra DBT Scholarship (OBC/Minority)	OBC/Minority students; family income criteria apply	Covers tuition fees (varies by scheme)	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Merit Scholarship (HSC 85%+)	Students with 85% or above in HSC	Up to Rs. 2,000/month for 10 months (UGC scheme)	Through Vidyapeeth/NSP
External Scholarship (Income-based)	Family income below Rs. 2,00,000 per annum	Up to 100% tuition fee or Rs. 2,00,000 per annum	National Scholarship Portal

TMV does not provide direct institutional scholarships; all scholarships are government-funded.
Students must apply for scholarships within the stipulated deadlines on the respective portals.
Scholarship eligibility and amounts are subject to change as per government notifications.

TMV BA Sanskrit Visharad FAQs

Q1. What is the difference between BA Sanskrit Visharad and a regular BA Sanskrit programme?

Ans. The BA Sanskrit Visharad at TMV is a specialized Sanskrit degree programme offered by the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies. It follows the NEP 2020 structure with 8 semesters and covers Vedas, Grammar, Philosophy, Literature, and Ayurveda Darshana as elective groups. It is more focused on classical Sanskrit scholarship compared to a general BA with Sanskrit as one subject.

Q2. Is Sanskrit Kovid qualification accepted for admission to this programme?

Ans. Yes. Candidates who hold a Sanskrit Kovid qualification are eligible for admission to the BA Sanskrit Visharad programme at TMV, in addition to candidates who have passed HSC or an equivalent examination.

Q3. What are the career options after completing BA Sanskrit Visharad from TMV?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Sanskrit teachers (school/college level), researchers, translators, content writers for Sanskrit publications, roles in cultural organizations, government jobs in Sanskrit promotion departments, and further studies such as MA Sanskrit Parangat or MA in Indology at TMV itself. The programme also opens doors to UGC-NET/SET for teaching positions.

Q4. Is the medium of instruction only Marathi?

Ans. The medium of instruction is Marathi; however, students have the flexibility to write their examination answers in Sanskrit, Marathi, English, or Hindi. This makes the programme accessible to students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

Q5. What are the exit options under NEP 2020 for this programme?

Ans. Under NEP 2020, students have multiple exit options: after Year 1 they receive a Certificate, after Year 2 a Diploma, after Year 3 the full BA Sanskrit Visharad Degree, and after Year 4 (with a minimum CGPA of 7.5) an Honours degree. Students who exit early must complete the required credits for internship/apprenticeship.

Q6. Are there two campuses for this programme?

Ans. Yes. The Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies operates from two locations in Pune: the main campus at Gultekdi, Pune - 411 037, and a centre at 1242, Sadashiv Peth, Pune - 411 030. Students can contact the department at tmvskt@gmail.com or call 020-24454866 / 9112249005 for more details.