Guidelines for Admission in the Setubandha Scholar Scheme
Central Sanskrit University· Details checked against the notice on 8 Nov 2026
Overview
Central Sanskrit University and the IKS Division invite applications for admission to the Setubandha Scholar Scheme for an Integrated M.Sc.–Ph.D. in Indian Knowledge Systems with an intake of 50. Applicants must have a background in traditional learning under a Guru or in a Gurukula for at least five years. Selection is based on an entrance examination including written and oral components.
Short information
- Organisation
- Central Sanskrit University
- Category
- Teaching
- Location
- Delhi
- Total posts
- 50
- Qualification
- Trained in traditional system under a Guru or in a Gurukula for at least five years
- Age limit
- Up to 32 years
- Pay / salary
- ₹40,000 per month (1st Year PG)
- Selection process
- Written Examination → Oral (Viva Voce) Examination
Application fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| UR, OBC-NCL & EWS | ₹2,000 (Per Semester) |
| SC, ST & CW | ₹1,250 (Per Semester) |
Age limit
- Up to 32 years
- Age relaxation for reserved categories is as per the organisation's rules. Check the official notification.
Eligibility
Trained in traditional system under a Guru or in a Gurukula for at least five years
Selection process
- 1Written Examination
- 2Oral (Viva Voce) Examination
How to apply for admission
- 1Apply through the portal/website within the dates stated in the admission notification
- 2Upload the prescribed signed Guru/Gurukula certificate
- 3Furnish other evidence requested by CSU
Documents required
- Signed certificate from the Guru or Gurukula
Important links
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Frequently asked questions
+Where can I find the official admission notice for Guidelines for Admission in the Setubandha Scholar Scheme?
The official source is https://sanskrit.nic.in/uploads/Guidelines_Setubandha_Scholar_Scheme_2026_27.pdf. Open it from the Important Links section of this page. We link to the organisation's own website, not to any third party.
+How do I apply?
Apply through the official website or the link on this page after reading the full notice. Eligibility, dates and fee are given in the notice.
+Is Sarkari Daily an official government website?
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This information is taken from the official notice and may contain errors or go out of date. Always verify against the official notification before applying. Sarkari Daily is not a government website.