Apply Now

Success stories begin at

Somaiya Vidyavihar
University

Apply Now

₹ 8.5 Lakhs

Highest Package

Semester Abroad option (US, UK, Europe) at

No Additional Tuition Fees

150+

Recruiters

Semester Abroad option (US, UK, Europe) at

No Additional Tuition Fees

Experience the SVU Difference!

Description	2 Years Full time degree with Specialization in History, Political Science, Philosophy, Anthropology, Area Studies / Asia Studies , Indian Literature, World Literature
Major Offered	History, Philosophy, Anthropology, Area Studies / Asia Studies, Indian Literature, World Literature
Semester Abroad option No Additional Tuition Fees US I UK I Europe	Students get the opportunities for semester abroad options from sem 2 and 3 in the US, UK, Europe, or alternative destinations at leading universities. Students don't have to pay additional tuition fees for this. Travel and living costs are borne by students.
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	This course is spread over 4 semesters. The course aims to provide detailed knowledge in the subjects of development economics, public finance, mathematical economics as well as econometrics
Sepcialisation (from 2nd year)	Econometrics, Micro Economics, Macro Economics, Public Finance, Statistical Methods
Semester Abroad option No Additional Tuition Fees US I UK I Europe	Students get the opportunities for semester abroad options from sem 2 and 3 in the US, UK, Europe, or alternative destinations at leading universities. Students don't have to pay additional tuition fees for this. Travel and living costs are borne by students.
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Sepcialisation (from 2nd year)	Advertising
Multidisciplinary electives	Lifestyle and Fashion, Indian Aesthetics, Consumer Behaviour, Content Management and Design
Semester Abroad option No Additional Tuition Fees US I UK I Europe	Students get the opportunities for semester abroad options from sem 2 and 3 in the US, UK, Europe, or alternative destinations at leading universities. Students don't have to pay additional tuition fees for this. Travel and living costs are borne by students.
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Sepcialisation (from 2nd year)	Journalism
Multidisciplinary Electives	Indian Philosophy and Media, Photo Journalism, Content Creation for Media Production, Data Journalism
Semester Abroad option No Additional Tuition Fees US I UK I Europe	Students get the opportunities for semester abroad options from sem 2 and 3 in the US, UK, Europe, or alternative destinations at leading universities. Students don't have to pay additional tuition fees for this. Travel and living costs are borne by students.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Indian Philosophy and Media, Photo Journalism, Content Creation for Media Production, Data Journalism
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	The programme offer career prospects in Government and non-government sector, Consulate offices, NGOs, International business advisory, large companies with global operations, etc.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Global Competitiveness, Understanding Regions I: East Asia and South-east Asia, Understanding Regions II: Africa and Scandinavian, Human Rights: Theory and Practice, International Business, Evolution of India’s Foreign Policy, Global Institutions and Governance, International Law
Semester Abroad option No Additional Tuition Fees US I UK I Europe	Students get the opportunities for semester abroad options from sem 2 and 3 in the US, UK, Europe, or alternative destinations at leading universities. Students don't have to pay additional tuition fees for this. Travel and living costs are borne by students.
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	This program fosters analytical and critical thinking by exploring ancient Indian culture through historical, philosophical, and anthropological lenses. Themes such as trade and idea transmission, rock-cut architecture, iconography, and Indian aesthetics are examined in depth across both years. Research skills are honed through compulsory audit courses each semester and optional study of classical languages like Prakrit, Pali, Sanskrit, and Tibetan.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Pre-History, Rock cut Architecture, Travelling Stories, Analysis of Ancient Indian Literary Tradition: A, Ancient Mumbai: History & Archaeology, Indian Cultural Influence in Asia, Proto History, Ancient Indian Paintings, Critical Concepts in Religious Studies, Ancient Education Tradition, Ancient India through Foreigner’s account, Performing Arts Analysis of Ancient Indian Literary Tradition: B, Epigraphy, Indian Philosophy and Tradition of Debate, Archiving and Museology: II, Numismatics, Archiving and Museology: I , State, Wealth, Kingship , Ancient Indian Temples
Language Skill Development Programme	Sanskrit: Language and Literature I , Pali Language and Literature I , Tibetan Language I, Diploma in Paninian Grammar, Pali Language and Literature II, Development of Religious Thought
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	Our intensive program is perfect for Yoga enthusiasts with basic knowledge, offering a deep dive into its many aspects—like philosophy, psychology, texts, and physical practice. You'll explore how Yoga evolved and its impact on ancient Indian thought, plus choose from various elective courses to tailor your experience.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Yoga Masters, Diet and Nutrition Upaniṣads, Selected Yoga Upaniṣads, Applied Yoga, Yoga and Human Consciousness, Bhagavadgītā - I, Bhagavadgītā - II, Alternative Therapies, Modern Researches in Yoga, Concepts of Indian Philosophy, Dharmas in Abhidharma, Introduction to Buddhism, Concepts of Indian Philosophy, Introduction to Buddhism
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year
Startup Incubator	Students get opportunity to present busines ideas at startup incubator, supported by Govt of India

Description	1 Yr Part-time degree that covers Sanskrit & Introduction to Yoga, Indian Philosophy, Anatomy and Physiology, Educational Psychology, Allied Sciences like Yoga Therapy, Ayurveda, Naturopathy, and includes practical sessions.
Startup Incubator	Students get opportunity to present busines ideas at startup incubator, supported by Govt of India

Description	This program caters to individuals with a basic understanding of Sanskrit seeking advanced studies. The curriculum enhances proficiency in Sanskrit while introducing diverse literary genres, including Vedas, grammar, philosophy, poetry, and more. Through optional audit courses covering topics such as Ancient Indian Sciences, Buddhist Sanskrit Literature, and Manuscriptology, students can delve into lesser-explored areas of Sanskrit scholarship, enriching their understanding of the language and its cultural context.
Specialization	In the second year, students have to choose any one subject as specialization, either Darshana (Indian Philosophy) or Vyakarana (Grammar).
Multidisciplinary Electives	Vedānta Traditions, Bauddha Darśana, Upaniṣads , Jain Darśana, Kashmir Śaivism, Western Philosophy, Bhagavadgītā - I, Bhagavadgītā - II, Vyākaraṇa specific core I – Tiṅanta Prakriyā, Vyākaraṇa specific core I – Tiṅanta Prakriyā II, Vyākaraṇa specific core II – Taddhita and Kṛdanta Prakaraṇa, Vyākaraṇa specific core II – Ṣaḍliṅgi Prakaraṇa, Vyākaraṇa specific Elective - I , Vyākaraṇa specific Elective - I, Paribhāṣendu-śekhara, Sandhi and Strīpratyaya, Paramalaghu-mañjūṣā, Vaiyākaraṇa-bhūṣaṇa-sāra, Vyākaraṇa-Mahābhāṣya, Vyākaraṇa-Mahābhāṣya II, Prākṛta Vyākaraṇa, Prākṛta Vyākaraṇa II, Linguistics Ancient Indian Sciences, Buddhist Sanskrit Literature, Modern Sanskrit Literature , Ancient Education Tradition, Pāli Language - I , Pāli Language - II, Prākṛt Language - I , Prākṛt Language - II
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	The M.A. (Pali) program emphasizes the significance of Pali for comprehending Indian Buddhist heritage, offering a deep dive into grammar, translation, and exploration of various literary genres. Through continuous assessment and compulsory audit courses, students hone research skills while gaining insights into doctrinal, religious, and socioeconomic aspects of Buddhism, facilitating interdisciplinary study and comparative analysis within Buddhist Studies.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Vinaya Literature II, Commentarial Texts - I, Vaṃsa Literature, Narrative Literature Kaccāyana and MoggallanaVyākaraṇa - I, Pali ,Exegetical Literature (Paṭisambhidāmagga), Pali Poetical Literature, Visuddhimagga II, Puggalapaññati, Commentarial Texts II, Abhidhammatthasaṅgaho II, Kaccāyana and MoggallanaVyākaraṇa - II, Buddhist Meditation Texts
Language Skill Development Programme	Archaeology and Discovery of Buddhism, Buddhist Sanskrit: Grammar & Comprehension, Tibetan Language: Basic, Iconography, Buddhist Sanskrit: Translation and Critical Appreciation, Archiving and Museology I , Prakrit Language and Literature (Certificate Course in Prakrit ) , Tibetan Grammar - Comprehension and translation (1st half of Intermediate level)
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	The MA Hindu Studies syllabus embraces an interdisciplinary approach, integrating historical, socio-cultural, philosophical, and textual perspectives to appreciate the tradition's diversity. It examines the dynamic interplay between sacred texts and religious practices, delves into formative debates within Hinduism and with other traditions, and analyzes the impact of faith on transformative movements. Additionally, it explores contemporary manifestations of Hinduism, including its expressions in diaspora communities, laying a strong foundation for advanced research.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Cultural History of Ancient India - I Myths, Symbols and Iconography, Upaniṣads, Critique and Reform of the Religion, Outline of Systems of Indian Philosophy - I, Outline of Systems of Indian Philosophy - II, Bhakti Tradition, Spiritual Practices of Tantra, Cultural History of India - II, Vedānta and Mīmāṃsā Darśanas, Nyāya and Sāmkhya Darśana, Bhagavadgītā - II, Bhagavadgītā - I, Narrative Literature - II, Narrative Literature - I - Bridging Cultures, Art History – II, Dharmaśāstra, Sacred Landscape and Pilgrimage, Art History - I
IKS Center recognised by Ministry of Education, GoI	AICTE Grant Recognized by Ministry of Education for Research & Teacher Training in Indian Knowledge Systems
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Description	Students will discover about the ancient Jain tradition, including the Digambara and Shwetambara sects. This programme will also focus on texts and study Prakrit for two years and Jainism's influence on language, art, philosophy, and education, with seminars and workshops enriching your learning journey.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Ahiṃsā and Three Jewels (Acārāṅga) Adhyayana-1-4 ,Jain Ethics: Āchārmimāṃsā, Jain Epistemology (Pravacansāra) , Jain Philosophy of Karma and Liberation-A, Māhāraṣṭri Language and Literature ,Śaurseni- Language and Literature Introduction to Māgadhī Prākṛta ,Ardha-māgadhī – Language and Literature , Iconography Jain Philosophy of Karma and Liberation-B,Jain Logic (Prameyratnamālā) 1-2 samuddeśa, Jain Yoga and Meditation (Jñānārnava) 3-4 Chapter ,Muktaka and Saṭṭaka in Prākṛta , Apabhramśa Language and Literature, Critical Concepts in Religious Studies
Language Skill Development Programme	Sanskrit: Language and Literature I , Pali Language and Literature I , Tibetan Language I, Diploma in Paninian Grammar, Pali Language and Literature II, Development of Religious Thought
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

Dalai Lama Chair of Nalanda Studies	The Dalai Lama Chair of Nalanda Studies Instituted at Centre for Buddhist Studies
Description	The M.A. in Buddhist Studies provides a broad exploration of the field with specialized tracks including Pali, Sanskrit, Chinese, Tibetan, Philosophy, Modern Buddhism, or General Buddhism. It covers literature, history, philosophy, art, and architecture in the context of Buddhism's spread across Asia, emphasizing on-site learning and modern Buddhist topics. Skill workshops in Brahmi, manuscriptology, and museology are included, along with compulsory audit courses and classical language study for research readiness.
Multidisciplinary Electives	Liberation in this life: Ambedkar’s model of Buddhism as Social Action, Theravada Buddhist Philosophy II, Buddhist Narratives: Text and Images, Rock Cut Architecture : Kanheri, Buddhism across Cultures, Iconography, Contributors and Thinkers, Epigraphy, Introduction to Abhidhamma, Buddhism and Gender Sacred Geography, Buddhist Meditation: Pali Text and Practice
Skill Development Course	Tibetan Language: Basic, Buddhist Sanskrit: Grammar &Comprehension, Pali, Pali Poetical Literature / Puggalapannati (M. A. Pali Sem. 3), Tibetan Grammar - Comprehension and translation (1st half of Intermediate level), Prakrit Language and Literature (Certificate course in Prakrit)

Description	Programme is focused on understanding of Chinese culture and distinctive features of Chinese identity, including their role on the world stage, sound grasp of modern Chinese business environment and the possibilities of engagement, and ability to participate in India-China engagement in third countries.
Electives	Modern Chinese Economy, Doing Business with China, China Foreign Cooperation, Translation Theory and Practical Exercises, China Business and Economy, Chinese Geography, (China, Persia, Tibet, Kashmir): A Shared Past
Internship	Students get an opportunity to do Internship at the end of Semester 2 in 2nd year

#IgniteTheBestInYou at K J Somaiya, Mumbai

Madhura Kale

Placed at VML (Leading Global Creative Agency)

Priya Singh

Placed at BCCI

Jinesh Chabhadia

Placed at Midday Infomedia limited

Anushka Trivedi

Stars N Stripes - Leading digital marketing Agency

Choose your area of expertise

Literature

Asian Studies

Anthropology

Ancient History & Archaeology

Philosophy

Economics

Journalism

Advertising

Yogshastra

Indian Knowledge System

History

Endless Opportunities to #IgniteTheBestInYou

1

Semester Abroad Option
at no additional tuition fees
(US, UK, Europe)

2

8 weeks internship
with leading corporates, govt. bodies and NGOs, CSR Initiatives, etc

3

Build Your Start-up
SVU Unicorn Start-ups
like Pharmeasy, Dunzo

4

Upto 100% Scholarship
& Financial Aid
Check Eligibility

5

Work with 20+ Students Clubs
Ranked amongst top 10
in National and International competitions

6

500+ Selections in
Top 200 Global Universities
for Further Education

Apply Now

Eligibility & Selection Process

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University with minimum aggregate score of 50%.

Selection Criteria: Basis the merit of graduation score

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University with minimum aggregate score of 55%.

Selection Criteria: Basis the merit of graduation score

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University in relevant stream with minimum aggregate score of 55% OR Graduation from a recognised University in any stream with minimum aggregate score of 55% and diploma in the relevant domain

Selection Criteria: Basis the merit of graduation score

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University in relevant stream with minimum aggregate score of 55% OR Graduation from a recognised University in any stream with minimum aggregate score of 55% and diploma in Yoga or equivalent course in Yoga with 500 marks or 200 hours.

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University

Selection Criteria: Basis the merit of graduation score

Eligibility: Graduation from a recognised University with minimum aggregate score of 55% and minimum Chinese Language Proficiency of HSK 3 Level

Selection Criteria: Basis the merit of graduation score

Apply Now

Admission Process

Step 01: Apply Online

Register for Programme at SVU admissions portal https://application.somaiya.edu

Step 02: Admissions Rounds and Important Dates

Admissions Rounds and Important Dates:

Round 1

Application Dates:
1st Jan to 30th April 2025
Result Declaration:
May First Week

Round 2

Application Dates:
1st May to 31st May 2025
Result Declaration:
June First Week

Round 3

Application Dates:
1st June to 15th July 2025
Result Declaration:
July third Week

Round 4

Admissions Against Vacancy Round

Application Dates:
16th July to 15th August 2025
Result Declaration:
August Third Week

Note:

Merit list and waitlist will be published in each round

Step 03: Provisional Admission basis Meritlisting

An provisional admission will be offered based on the merit and availability of seats The candidate will be communicated via email about his/her admission status.

Step 04: Document Verification

Candidates are expected to submit the original document at the time of admission.

Step 05: Confirm Admission, Apply for Hostel

Confirm Admission-Provisional admission is confirmed on the basis of payment of the seat acceptance fee, subject to document verification

Apply for Hostel- Apply for hostel accommodation directly through your application form

Numbers that
reveal educational excellence

See what our students have to say

Hetvi Gudka

Excited to begin my career with Microsoft. Thanks to Placement Cell and my mentors at SVU, KJ Somaiya College of Engineering

Yashvi Nagda

I want to encourage everyone to participate in such a program as you get opportunity to explore the world with Semester Abroad at Saint Martin University, Seattle, USA

Krish Shah

Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity of Semester Abroad at University of Applied Sciences, Krems, Austria

Nainaz Pithawala

It is nothing short of a dream come true for me, Semester Abroad at DBHW, Germany

Satvik Karunesh

International placement at Balmer Lawrie, Dubai is dream come true.

Life at SVU

Live - Learn - Thrive

Celebrate life by experiencing a diverse environment of people! At Somaiya, we make sure students from all cultural backgrounds feel at home. The diversity of the students prepares you to make the world a better place. No matter what your culture is, Somaiya is committed to give you the best environment for your studies.

4 Hostels

11 Dining Options

20 Libraries

20 Acres Sports & Recreational Area

20+ Clubs

© Somaiya Vidyavihar University 2025

Privacy Policy Terms of Service

document.body.appendChild(s);