Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, puri
Shrivihar, Puri, Odisha, India, 752003
About the Institute
Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, Puri
Shree Jagannath Sanskrit University, located in Puri, Odisha, was established in 1981 by the Government of Odisha with the aim to promote Sanskrit education and research in traditional Indian knowledge systems. Named after Lord Jagannath, the presiding deity of Puri, the university serves as a prominent institution for the preservation and advancement of Sanskrit learning in the state.
Key Highlights:
1. Academic Programs:
The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees in Sanskrit and allied traditional disciplines:
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Undergraduate (Shastri)
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Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in Sanskrit
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Offers studies in classical Sanskrit literature, grammar, philosophy, and more
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Postgraduate (Acharya)
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Equivalent to a Master’s degree
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Specializations include:
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Sahitya (Literature)
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Vyakarana (Grammar)
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Nyaya (Logic)
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Veda
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Dharmashastra
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Doctoral Programs (Vidyavaridhi)
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Ph.D. in various Sanskrit disciplines
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2. Affiliation and Recognition:
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Recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC)
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Functions as a public state university under the Higher Education Department of Odisha
3. Campus & Infrastructure:
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Located in a serene setting in Puri, close to the sea and religious centers
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Facilities include:
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Traditional and modern classrooms
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Well-stocked Sanskrit library
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Hostel for students
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Auditorium for seminars and cultural activities
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Research and publication units focused on Indology and classical texts
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4. Cultural and Scholarly Focus:
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Strong emphasis on classical learning and traditional teaching methods like Gurukula
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Encourages the study and preservation of ancient Indian scriptures, rituals, and philosophy
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Regular seminars, workshops, and Sanskrit debate competitions (Shastrartha)
5. Student Support & Activities:
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Sanskrit clubs and academic associations
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Financial aid and scholarships for meritorious students
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Emphasis on moral, cultural, and ethical development
6. Admissions:
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Entrance tests are conducted for PG and Ph.D. admissions
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Undergraduate admissions are based on merit and Sanskrit background
Undergraduate/ Bachelors (UG)
Bachelor in Sanskrit
- Shastri in Advaita Vedanta
- Shastri in Dharmashastra
- Shastri in Jyotirvigyan
- Shastri in Vyakaran
- Shastri in Sahitya
- Shastri in Veda
- Shastri in Sarvadarshan
- Shastri in Nyaya
- Shikshya Shastri(B.Ed)
Postgraduate/ Masters (PG)
Masters in Sanskrit
- Acharya in Advaita Vedanta
- Acharya in Jyotirvigyan
- Acharya in Dharmashastra
- Acharya in Vyakaran
- Acharya in Sahitya
- Acharya in Veda
- Acharya in Sarvadarshan
- Acharya in Nyaya
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Advaita Vedanta
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Jyotirvigyan
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Dharmashastra
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Vyakaran
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Sahitya
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Veda
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Sarvadarshan
- Visisthacharya Programmes (M.Phil) in Nyaya
PhD (Doctorate Degree)
Ph.D. in Sanskrit
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Advaita Vedanta
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Dharmashastra
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Jyotirvigyan
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Vyakaran
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Sahitya
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Veda
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Sarvadarshan
- Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D) in Nyaya
- D.Litt in Advaita Vedanta
- D.Litt in Dharmashastra
- D.Litt in Jyotirvigyan
- D.Litt in Vyakaran
- D.Litt in Sahitya
- D.Litt in Veda
- D.Litt in Sarvadarshan
- D.Litt in Nyaya
