Nalanda University Admissions 2026: Applications Begin for PG and PhD Programmes at nalandauniv.edu.in

Nalanda University Admission 2026: The Nalanda University, Bihar has started the admissions for postgraduate and PhD programmes for academic year 2026-27. The admission applications are open for MA, MSc, MBA, and PhD programmes. Students will need to apply online on the official website at nalandauniv.edu.in.

This academic year, the university has also introduced three new master’s courses: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Science and Technology Policy Studies, and Sanskrit. It aims to integrate the traditional knowledge systems with modern technological disciplines.

How to register for Nalanda University Admission 2026?

Students will need to follow the mentioned steps to register and apply online for Nalanda University Admission 2026: 

1. Visit the official website at nalandauniv.edu.in.
2. Provide your email ID and mobile number to register.
3. Select the programme(s) and fill the application form with your personal, academic, and contact details.
4. Upload the necessary documents in prescribed format.
5. Pay the online application fee and submit the form.
6. Download confirmation page for future reference.

DIRECT LINK - Nalanda University Admission 2026

Programmes Offered at Nalanda University

The following course share being offered by the Nalanda University:

List of Masters (M.A./M.Sc./M.B.A.) Programmes at Nalanda University

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

List of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Programmes at Nalanda University

• PhD in Archaeology
• PhD in Buddhist Studies, Philosophy, and Comparative Religions
• PhD in Ecology and Environmental Studies
• PhD Economics
• PhD in Historical Studies
• PhD in Hindu Studies (Sanātana Dharma)
• PhD in International Relations and Peace Studies
• PhD in Philosophy
• PhD in Sustainable Development and Management
• PhD in World Literature in English
• PhD in Hindi
• PhD Mathematics

Nalanda university 2026: Application Instructions and Eligibility Criteria

• Students must carefully check their eligibility criteria as laid down by the university depending on the specific programme.
• All courses are taught in English, which requires students to show language competence. The university accepts TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC, PTE, and STEP test scores for international/domestic students without primary English education.
• Students will only be able to apply for one programme at a time. Multiple programme applications require separate forms and payment of fees.
• The application form will be in English and incomplete forms are not accepted. Additionally, no corrections are allowed once the form is submitted.