About Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit is a Kerala university headquartered at Kalady in Ernakulam district, with regional campuses across the state and over 70 programmes from UG to PhD.
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit has its main campus at Kalady in Ernakulam district and runs regional campuses at Thiruvananthapuram, Panmana, Ettumanoor, Tirur, Koyilandy and Payyannur. Despite its name, it teaches far beyond Sanskrit: the university says it offers more than 70 programmes, covering four-year UG courses, postgraduate degrees, diplomas, certificate courses, online courses and PhD research. For 2026-27 its PG admissions cover MA, M.Sc, MSW, MPES and MFA degrees, a dual-main master’s in disaster management and PG diploma courses. PG admission uses a university entrance examination, which in 2026 was held in late May, with classes starting at the end of June.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
Admissions are run through separate online portals for four-year UG and diploma programmes, PG and PG diploma programmes, and PhD. For 2026-27, PG applicants registered online, paid the application fee in two parts and sat a university entrance examination held between 25 and 30 May 2026; classes began on 29 June 2026. Notifications, eligibility, dates and fees are published on the university website.
Typical eligibility
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit?
The main campus is at Kalady in Ernakulam district, with regional campuses at Thiruvananthapuram, Panmana, Ettumanoor, Tirur, Koyilandy and Payyannur.
Which PG degrees does the university offer?
For 2026-27 PG admission covered MA, M.Sc, MSW, MPES and MFA programmes, a dual-main master's in disaster management and PG diplomas.
Is there an entrance test for PG admission?
Yes. In 2026 the PG entrance examination was held on 25, 26, 29 and 30 May.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Programmes - Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Admission - Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- PG Admission 2026-27 - Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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