Content Curator | Updated on - Mar 31, 2026

The Master of Arts in Parangat in Indology (Bharatiya Vidya Parangat) at Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth (TMV), Pune, is a 2-year postgraduate programme offered by the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies. Spread across four semesters under the Choice Based Credit System (CBCS), the programme provides advanced study of Indian civilisation, culture, philosophy, literature, and ancient knowledge systems. With a seat intake of 60 and a total programme fee of Rs. 74,000 for 2026-27, it is one of the most affordable and specialised Indology PG programmes in India. The medium of instruction is Marathi, and the programme is offered in regular (full-time, on-campus) mode. No entrance examination is required; admission is merit-based.

Admissions for the 2027-28 academic year are expected to open in March 2027, with applications typically accepted until June 2027 and classes commencing in July-August 2027. For the 2026-27 batch, admissions are already closed. The programme is popular among students interested in Indian heritage, classical studies, research, and careers in cultural organisations and academia.

Key Points

The programme is offered under the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre of Sanskrit and Indological Studies, one of the leading centres for Indological studies in India.
The curriculum follows a semester pattern with 20 credits per semester (total 80 credits), covering Core Mandatory subjects in Indology, On-Job Training (OJT), Indian Knowledge Traditions, and elective subjects.
A Research Project option is available in Semesters III and IV, with a plagiarism check fee of Rs. 500 applicable separately.
The programme covers Vedic literature, Prakrit literature, Indian philosophy, cultural history, epigraphy, and related disciplines.
Exit points are available for students seeking employment, research, or cultural engagement after each year.
TMV is a NAAC re-accredited (Second Cycle) university with a "B++" grade and over 100 years of academic legacy.
The Lokmanya Tilak Gold Medal is awarded to the student securing first place in the final examination.

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TMV MA (Parangat in Indology) Fees

The MA (Parangat in Indology) programme at TMV is one of the most affordable postgraduate Indology courses in India. For the 2026-27 batch, the total programme fee is Rs. 74,000 for regular students, with Year 1 costing Rs. 36,000 and Year 2 costing Rs. 38,000. A refundable Library Deposit of Rs. 2,000 is collected separately.

Fee Breakdown

Fee Component	Year 1 (Rs.)	Year 2 (Rs.)	Total (Rs.)
Eligibility Fee	1,000	-	1,000
Admission Fee	2,000	2,000	4,000
Examination Fee	3,000	3,000	6,000
Tuition Fee	29,500	32,500	62,000
Library Fee	500	500	1,000
Total Fees	36,000	38,000	74,000

Library Deposit: Rs. 2,000 (refundable at the time of leaving the institution).
Research Project Plagiarism Check Fee: Rs. 500 (applicable only if a student opts for the Research Project in Semester III or IV, paid separately).
Fees are subject to revision each academic year.
TMV has a hostel on campus with a refundable deposit of Rs. 5,000; hostel is not mandatory for this programme.

TMV MA (Parangat in Indology) Admission 2027

Admission to the MA (Parangat in Indology) programme at TMV is merit-based, with no entrance examination required. Candidates must be graduates in any faculty from a recognised university. Applications are submitted online through the TMV Admission Portal (tmv.academydesk.com). For 2027-28, applications are expected to open in March 2027 and close by June 2027, with counselling and seat allotment in July-August 2027.

TMV Admission Dates

Event	Date (Tentative)
Application Start Date	March 1, 2027
Application Last Date	June 30, 2027
Merit List / Seat Allotment	July 1 - August 15, 2027
Commencement of Classes	August 2027

Entrance Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
CUET PG 2027	Registration Start	December 14, 2026
CUET PG 2027	Registration End	January 25, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Admit Card	March 3, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Exam Date	March 6 - March 27, 2027
CUET PG 2027	Result	May 6, 2027

Note: TMV's MA (Parangat in Indology) admission is merit-based and does not mandatorily require CUET PG. Candidates are advised to verify the latest admission notification on the official TMV website (tmv.edu.in).

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

Graduate in any faculty from a recognised university.
A minimum of 50% marks at the graduation level is generally required (45% for reserved category candidates).
Candidates with a 5-year Diploma in Fine Arts or equivalent traditional qualification may also be eligible.

Admission Process

Visit the official TMV Admission Portal at tmv.academydesk.com and register.
Fill in the online application form and upload required documents (graduation mark sheets, passing certificate, school leaving certificate, caste certificate if applicable, and passport-size photographs).
Submit the application form online or in person at the TMV/Balmukund Centre office.
A merit list is prepared based on graduation marks.
Selected candidates complete document verification and fee payment to confirm admission.
Classes commence as per the academic calendar, typically in July-August.

TMV MA (Parangat in Indology) Scholarships 2027

TMV does not offer exclusive institutional scholarships for the MA (Parangat in Indology) programme. Students can avail of various government scholarships through the National Scholarship Portal and MahaDBT. Students interested in Indological research may also explore fellowships from the Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) and the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR).

Available Scholarships

Scholarship	Eligibility	Amount	Application Portal
Government of India Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST)	SC/ST students with family income below prescribed limit	Covers tuition and other fees (varies by state norms)	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
MahaDBT - Post Matric Scholarship (OBC/SBC/VJNT)	OBC/SBC/VJNT students from Maharashtra	Covers tuition fees as per government norms	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in
Central Sector Scholarship (Merit-based)	Students with family income below Rs. 4.5 lakh p.a.; top 20 percentile in Class 12	Rs. 10,000 per annum (PG level)	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
Minority Post-Matric Scholarship	Minority community students with family income below Rs. 2 lakh p.a.	Covers maintenance and tuition fees	scholarships.gov.in (NSP)
ICHR Research Fellowship	Students pursuing research in Indian history and culture	Varies (project-based grants)	ichr.ac.in
Lokmanya Tilak Gold Medal (TMV Internal Award)	Student securing first rank in MA Indology final examination	Gold Medal (merit recognition)	TMV Examination Department

Application deadlines for NSP scholarships are typically between October and December each year.
MahaDBT applications open annually; students must apply fresh each year.
ICHR fellowships are competitive and require a separate application process.
The Lokmanya Tilak Gold Medal is awarded at the annual convocation ceremony.

TMV MA (Parangat in Indology) FAQs

Ques. What is Indology, and what does the MA (Parangat in Indology) programme at TMV cover?

Ans. Indology is the academic study of the history, culture, languages, literature, philosophy, and religions of the Indian subcontinent. The MA (Parangat in Indology) at TMV covers Vedic literature, Prakrit literature, Indian philosophy, cultural history, epigraphy, ancient Indian knowledge systems, and related disciplines. The programme is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Indian civilisation from ancient to medieval times, with a strong emphasis on primary source texts and research methodology.

Ques. Is the MA (Parangat in Indology) degree from TMV equivalent to a regular MA degree? Is it recognised for government jobs and higher studies?

Ans. Yes. The term "Parangat" is a traditional designation used by TMV for its postgraduate programmes. The MA (Parangat in Indology) from TMV is a UGC-recognised postgraduate degree, fully equivalent to a regular MA degree. It is recognised for government jobs, competitive examinations, SET/NET eligibility for teaching positions, and Ph.D. admissions at TMV and other recognised universities.

Ques. Can a student from a non-Indology background (e.g., B.Com, B.Sc, BA in other subjects) apply for this course?

Ans. Yes. The eligibility criterion states that any graduate in any faculty from a recognised university is eligible to apply. There is no mandatory requirement of having studied Indology or Sanskrit at the undergraduate level. This makes the programme accessible to students from diverse academic backgrounds who wish to pursue Indological studies at the postgraduate level.

Ques. What are the career options after completing MA (Parangat in Indology) from TMV?

Ans. Graduates can pursue careers as Indology researchers and scholars, lecturers and professors in universities (after qualifying SET/NET), cultural officers in government and cultural organisations (Archaeological Survey of India, Sahitya Akademi, National Museum), translators and editors of classical Indian texts, content creators for heritage and cultural media, and officers in institutions promoting Indian knowledge systems. The degree also qualifies graduates to pursue Ph.D. (Vidyavachaspati) in Indology at TMV.

Ques. What is the difference between MA (Parangat in Indology) and MA (Sanskrit Parangat) at TMV?

Ans. Both programmes are offered by the Shri Balmukund Lohia Centre at TMV. MA (Sanskrit Parangat) focuses specifically on Sanskrit language, literature, grammar, and philosophy, while MA (Parangat in Indology) takes a broader interdisciplinary approach covering Indian civilisation, culture, Vedic studies, Prakrit literature, epigraphy, and ancient knowledge systems. Students interested in Sanskrit language and literature should opt for MA Sanskrit Parangat, while those interested in the broader study of Indian civilisation should opt for MA Parangat in Indology.

Ques. Is there a Research Project component in the MA (Parangat in Indology) programme? How is it evaluated?

Ans. Yes. A Research Project is available as an optional component in Semesters III and IV. Students who opt for the Research Project must submit a research report, which is subject to plagiarism checking (fee: Rs. 500, paid separately). The project is evaluated internally and externally. Students who do not opt for the Research Project can choose alternative elective subjects instead. The Research Project is recommended for students planning to pursue Ph.D. or academic careers.