The Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (CIHTS) is a deemed university located in Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Established in 1967, it operates as an independent institute under the Ministry of Culture.
Programs Offered: CIHTS provides undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs.
Admission Process: Admissions are either based on merit or an entrance exam conducted by the institute.
Highlights:
Established in 1967 as an autonomous institute.
Approved by UGC.
Offers a range of programs including UG, PG, M.Phil, and Ph.D.
Admissions are based on entrance exams or merit.
Application process is offline.
Facilities include hostels, a guest house, Wi-Fi, conference halls, and sports amenities.
Courses Offer at University
Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (CIHTS) offers a variety of courses at different levels, including undergraduate, postgraduate, M.Phil, and Ph.D. programs. Here's a summary of the courses and their details:
Undergraduate Programs:
B.A (Buddhist Philosophy): 3-year program. Eligibility: U.M II year from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing U.M II.
B.A (Tibetan Jyotish): 3-year program. Eligibility: Jyotish U.M II year from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing U.M II.
B.A (Tibetan Fine Arts): 3-year program. Eligibility: Fine Arts U.M II year from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing F.A. U.M II.
BSRMS: 4.5-year program. Eligibility: Bhot Chikitsha Vidya U.M II year from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Entrance test after passing U.M II.
B.Ed (Shiksha Shastri): 2-year program. Eligibility: Shastri passed from CIHTS or B.A with Tibetan Language. Selection Criteria: Entrance test.
B.A B.Ed: 4-year program. Eligibility: 10+2. Selection Criteria: Entrance test.
Postgraduate Programs:
M.A (Buddhist Philosophy): 2-year program. Eligibility: B.D Shastri passed from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing Baudh Darshan Shastri.
M.A (Tibetan Language): 2-year program. Eligibility: Shastri passed from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing Shastri.
M.A (Tibetan Jyotish): 2-year program. Eligibility: U.G. Tibetan Jyotish passed from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing U.G. Tibetan Jyotish.
M.A (Tibetan History): 2-year program. Eligibility: Shastri passed from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing Shastri.
M.A (Tibetan Fine Arts): 2-year program. Eligibility: Fine Arts Shastri passed from CIHTS. Selection Criteria: Direct admission after passing Fine Arts Shastri.
M.Phil Program:
Vishistacharya: 1.5-year program. Eligibility: Acharya passed from CIHTS or equivalent. Selection Criteria: Entrance test.
Ph.D Program:
Vidyavaridhi: 3-year program. Eligibility: M.Phil. Selection Criteria: Direct admission.
| Course | Duration | Eligiblity Criteria | Selection Criteria |
| B.A (Buddhist Philosophy) | 3-year program | U.M II year from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing U.M II. |
| B.A (Tibetan Jyotish) | 3-year program | Jyotish U.M II year from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing U.M II. |
| B.A (Tibetan Fine Arts) | 3-year program | Fine Arts U.M II year from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing U.M II. |
| BSRMS | 4.5-year program | Bhot Chikitsha Vidya U.M II year from CIHTS | Entrance test after passing U.M II. |
| B.Ed (Shiksha Shastri) | 2-year program | Shastri passed from CIHTS or B.A with Tibetan Language | Entrance test |
| B.A B.Ed | 4-year program | 10+2 | Entrance test |
| M.A (Buddhist Philosophy) | 2-year program | B.D Shastri passed from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing Baudh Darshan Shastri |
| M.A (Tibetan Language) | 2-year program | Shastri passed from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing Shastri |
| M.A (Tibetan Jyotish) | 2-year program | U.G. Tibetan Jyotish passed from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing U.G. Tibetan Jyotish |
| M.A (Tibetan History) | 2-year program | Shastri passed from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing Shastri. |
| M.A (Tibetan Fine Arts) | 2-year program | Fine Arts Shastri passed from CIHTS | Direct admission after passing Fine Arts Shastri |
| M.Phil Program | 1.5-year program | Acharya passed from CIHTS or equivalent. | Entrance test |
| Ph.D Program | 3-year program | M.Phil. | Direct admission |
CIHTS Admissions
Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies (CIHTS) offers direct admission to most of its courses. However, for some programs like B.Ed, Integrated B.Ed, and M.Phil, the institute requires an entrance exam.
How to Apply:
Facilities:
Library: Known as Shantarakshita library, it houses 87,000 books and xylographs, and 2,000 bound volumes of journals.
Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls, equipped with gyms and fitness centers to keep students healthy.
Wi-Fi: The entire campus has Wi-Fi access.
Canteen: Offers hygienic and tasty food at an affordable cost.
Sports: Facilities for various sports like basketball, football, and badminton courts to encourage holistic student development.
Health Center: The institute has a primary health care center with a 4-bed ward.
Conference Rooms: There are six conference rooms for meetings, workshops, and other events.
| College Name | Central Institute Of Higher Tibetan Studies |
|---|---|
| Short Name | CIHTS |
| Institute Type | Deemed |
| Established In | 1967 |
| Distance Mode | NO |
| Courses Offered | 16 |
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
