Bachelor of Arts in Sanskrit

• Four-year Tribhuvan University program centered on Sanskrit language, literature, Vedic studies, philosophy, grammar, Nepali Sanskrit heritage, and research methodology.
• Covers classical Sanskrit grammar, poetics, literature, Vedic texts, philosophy, ethics, dramaturgy, and Nepali Sanskrit literary traditions.
• Trains students to read, interpret, critique, and translate classical Sanskrit texts.
• Strengthens linguistic analysis, philology, scriptural interpretation, and research capacity.
• Provides elective pathways such as Vedic Studies, Philosophy, Poetics, and Dharma/Neeti Shastra.
• Supports academic progression toward MA in Sanskrit, philosophy, linguistics, religious studies, or classical literature.
• Prepares students to work in teaching, cultural heritage sectors, manuscript preservation, translation, and academic research.

Curricular Structure in Table (TU BA Sanskrit)

Compulsory Subjects (TU BA Structure)
• First Year: C.Eng.401 Reading and Writing in English
• Second Year: C.Nep.402 Compulsory Nepali / Alt. Eng.402 for international students
• Third Year: C.Eng.403 Reading and Writing Across the Disciplines

Features
• Core focus on Sanskrit grammar, literature, poetics, and classical texts
• Electives covering Vedic studies, philosophy, ethics, and literary theory
• Research and creative writing options in the final year
• Integration of Nepali Sanskrit literary heritage
• Strong foundation for teaching, translation, and cultural research
• Balanced theoretical, linguistic, and interpretive skill development

Fee (Tentative)
• Public/community campuses: NPR 15,000–35,000 per year
• Private TU-affiliated colleges: NPR 60,000–120,000 per year
(Amount differs by offering institution.)

Admission Process
• Completion of +2 or equivalent in any discipline
• Application submission to the respective campus
• Screening or interview if required
• Document verification and enrollment after payment

Job Prospects
• Instructor or lecturer in Sanskrit, linguistics, philosophy, religion, or classical literature
• Researcher in Vedic studies, cultural history, ancient texts, and classical languages
• Translator and interpreter for Sanskrit manuscripts and classical works
• Cultural program specialist in heritage, tradition, and scriptural studies
• Officer-level eligibility through Lok Sewa in education, culture, and research sectors
• Writer, editor, or content developer for religious, cultural, and literary institutions
• Roles in museums, archives, manuscript preservation centers, and cultural academies
• Priesthood, ritual practice, and traditional knowledge-based professions
• Support roles in NGOs/INGOs working on culture, language, heritage, and education