Programmes Offered at Nalanda University 2026

Nalanda University has opened admissions for the academic year 2026 for various Master's like PG (M.A./M.Sc./MBA) and Ph.D. programmes. Applications are invited from Indian and International students. Interested candidates can apply online through the official portal. Keep watching the official website for detailed deadlines and updates.

Nalanda University Admission 2026 Overview

Masters (M.A./M.Sc./M.B.A.) Programmes

• M.A. in Hindu Studies (Sanātana Dharma) — 2 Years
• M.A. in World Literature — 2 Years
• M.B.A. in Sustainable Development and Management — 2 Years (with Exit Option after 1 Year with Diploma)
• M.Sc. in Ecology and Environment Studies — 2 Years
• M.A. in Historical Studies — 2 Years
• M.A. in Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions — 2 Years
• M.A. in International Relations and Peace Studies — 2 Years
• M.A. in Archaeology — 2 Years
• M.A. in Economics — 2 Years
• M.A. / M.Sc. in Mathematics — 2 Years
• M.A. in Philosophy — 2 Years
• M.A. in Hindi — 2 Years
• Master’s in Science and Technology Policy Studies — 2 Years
• M.Sc. in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence — 2 Years
• M.A. in Sanskrit — 2 Years

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Programmes

• Ph.D. in Archaeology — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies, Philosophy and Comparative Religions — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Ecology and Environment Studies — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Economics — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Historical Studies — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Hindu Studies (Sanātana Dharma) — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in International Relations and Peace Studies — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Philosophy — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Sustainable Development and Management — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in World Literature in English — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Hindi — 4 Years
• Ph.D. in Mathematics — 4 Years

Nalanda University Admission 2026 Important Dates

Admissions are open. Check the official website for exact last dates (Ph.D. last date mentioned as 30th June 2026 in some updates).

Nalanda University Admission 2026 Eligibility Criteria

Nalanda University Admission 2026 Application Fee

How to Apply for Nalanda University Admission 2026?

• Visit the official application portal.
• Fill the online application form.
• Upload required documents (SoP, Bio-Note, transcripts, etc.).
• Pay the application fee.
• Submit the form.

Documents Required

• Academic transcripts and certificates
• Statement of Purpose (SoP)
• Self-Introduction/Bio-Note
• Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
• Recommendation Letters (for PhD)
• Research Proposal (for PhD)
• Passport (for international students)