Component

Amount (INR)

Year 1 Tuition Fee

INR 734

Year 2 Tuition Fee

INR 734

Total Fees

INR 1,468

SJSV MA Dharma Shastra Admission 2026

Event	Date
Application Start	June 3, 2026
Last Date to Apply	July 25, 2026

Applications are accepted at the SJSV Puri portal at sjsv.nic.in.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Shastri (BA) degree in Sanskrit or an equivalent undergraduate qualification from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks.

Candidates must have studied Sanskrit as a major subject throughout the undergraduate programme.

Students from other undergraduate backgrounds with Sanskrit as a subsidiary subject may also apply, subject to SJSV Puri norms.

Relaxation in minimum marks is available for SC/ST candidates as per Odisha government regulations.

Admission Process

Visit sjsv.nic.in and access the online admission portal during the published application window for 2026-27.

Fill the application form with personal details, undergraduate degree information, and choose the preferred MA specialisation.

Upload scanned copies of Shastri or BA marksheets, a valid category certificate if applicable, and a recent passport-size photograph.

Pay the application fee online or as directed in the official admission notification on the university website.

SJSV Puri prepares a merit list based on marks obtained in the qualifying undergraduate degree.

Shortlisted candidates report for document verification at the university campus and complete fee payment to confirm enrolment.

✓ Opt for this if

You want an affordable MA in Sanskrit with total fees of INR 1,468
You are pursuing a career in Sanskrit teaching or academic research
You value a traditional Sanskrit university curriculum over a general arts degree
You are based in Odisha or eastern India and prefer studying at a regional Sanskrit institution
You plan to appear for UGC NET Sanskrit or pursue a PhD after the programme

✗ Skip if

You are looking for corporate placements or industry-facing career outcomes
You want a postgraduate programme with higher average salary prospects
You prefer a large modern campus with engineering or management courses
You need a degree from a central or deemed university for government recruitment purposes

SJSV MA Dharma Shastra Scholarships 2026

Scholarship	Amount	Eligibility
NSP Post-Matric Scholarship	Varies by category	SC/ST/OBC/Minority students. Apply via scholarships.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship Scheme	INR 10,000 per year	Top 20 percentile Class 12 students with family income below INR 4.5 LPA
Odisha State Scholarship	Varies	Odisha domicile students from SC/ST/OBC/EBC categories

Apply via scholarships.gov.in before the national scholarship deadline.

SJSV students may apply to the Odisha state scholarship portal separately.

SJSV MA Dharma Shastra FAQs

Ques. What is Dharma Shastra and what does the MA programme at SJSV cover?

Ans. Dharma Shastra refers to the ancient Sanskrit treatises that codify Hindu law, ethics, and social conduct. The MA at SJSV Puri covers primary texts including Manusmriti, Yajnavalkya Smriti, and Naradasmriti alongside Kautilya’s Arthashastra. Students study the jurisprudential foundations of ancient Indian society, ritual codes, inheritance laws, and the philosophical principles underpinning dharmic governance as articulated by classical Sanskrit authors.

Ques. Is MA Dharma Shastra related to modern Indian law or legal practice?

Ans. MA Dharma Shastra is an academic programme in classical Sanskrit texts and is not a law degree. It does not qualify graduates to practise as advocates or appear in courts. However, it provides rich contextual knowledge for scholars interested in Hindu jurisprudence, personal law history, and the philosophical foundations of Indian legal traditions. Researchers in Indian legal history often draw on Dharma Shastra scholarship.

Ques. What career options are available after MA Dharma Shastra from SJSV?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Sanskrit lecturers at colleges and universities after qualifying UGC NET. Research positions at cultural institutes and Sanskrit academies, along with work in organisations focused on Indian legal history and manuscript preservation, are also available. Some alumni enter government Sanskrit departments, religious institutions, and cultural documentation projects supported by bodies like the Sahitya Akademi.

Ques. What is the eligibility for MA Dharma Shastra admission at SJSV Puri?

Ans. Candidates must hold a Shastri (BA) degree in Sanskrit or an equivalent undergraduate qualification from a recognised university with a minimum of 50% marks. Sanskrit must have been a major subject at the undergraduate level. SC/ST candidates receive mark relaxation as per Odisha government norms. There is no separate entrance examination for this programme.

Ques. Is SJSV Puri a recognised institution for Sanskrit studies in India?

Ans. SJSV Puri, established in 1981, is one of India’s earliest dedicated Sanskrit universities and holds NAAC B+ accreditation. The Association of Indian Universities recognises SJSV degrees, making its Acharya and MA graduates eligible for UGC NET and for PhD admission at central and state universities. SJSV is known within the Sanskrit academic community for its traditional curriculum and its location in Puri, a centre of Odishan Sanskrit heritage.

Ques. Can MA Dharma Shastra graduates qualify for Sanskrit teaching positions at schools?

Ans. Yes. Graduates who qualify UGC NET in Sanskrit can apply for college-level teaching posts. For school-level Sanskrit teaching, candidates must check the specific eligibility criteria of the respective state education board. Many state boards accept the Acharya or MA in Sanskrit from recognised universities for secondary school teacher recruitment. SJSV graduates have historically entered Odisha’s Sanskrit school education system.

SJSV MA Dharma Shastra: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility