Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit has been released the official notification for Admission into various courses such as M.A. ,M Sc, M.S.W. , M.P.Ed, MFA and P.G.Diploma for the academic year 2018-19. The basic objective of the University is to impart knowledge in various branches of Sanskrit, Indology, Indian culture, Indian and Foreign languages, Indian philosophy, Fine Arts and Social Sciences and to promote the study and research in Sanskrit and other systems of Indian knowledge. Candidates who are seeking admission to above said programmes can check completed information about the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit Admission such as application process, eligibility, emtrance test from this page.
SSUS Admission 2018 – Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit
Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit has released the notification regarding various course. Online applications were invited from eligible candidates to the various programmes for the academic year 2018-’19 at the Main Centre and various Regional Centres of Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady.
| Important Events | Date |
| Date of Notification | 15 Mar 2018 |
| Last date for submission of application through online | 28 Apr 2018 |
| Last date for the receipt of print copy with documents | 02 May 2018 |
| Downloading of hall ticket | 08 May 2018 |
| Date of Entrance Examination | 15 to 21 May 2018 |
| Publication of Rank list | 24 May 2018 |
| Downloading of interview memo | 26 May 2018 |
| Schedule of Admissions | 30 May 2018 |
| Commencement of classes | 04 Jun 2018 |
| Closing of admission | 29 Jun 2018 |
Admit Card
Admit card has been released as per the schedule. Now, candidates will be able to download their admit cards from the official website. The hall ticket should be produced for verification during each examination. No candidate will be allowed to take the examination without his/her hall ticket.
Admit Card: Candidates click here to download SSUS 2018 Admit Card.
Eligibility
There are different eligibility criteria for the different programme. Candidates should check the eligibility criteria. The detailed eligibility criteria for each programme is given below.
For M.A. M Sc & M.S.W
Admission to various M.A., M Sc & M.S.W Programmes for the academic year 2018-19 is based on the marks obtained in the Entrance Examination /interview to be conducted in May 2018. Eligibility for applying to M.A./M.Sc /M.S.W programme is a degree of this University or a degree (regular/distant mode) recognized by this University under the 10+2+3 pattern. Those regular students under Choice based Credit and Semester System of B.A. programme who have successfully completed all the courses and semesters of I to V Semesters and appearing for the final semester examination in April 2018 are also eligible to apply for the programmes offered on the condition that they should produce the provisional degree certificate by 31.8.2018. Aptitude and practical test will be conducted for M.A. Music, Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattom and Theatre in addition to the written test. No person shall be eligible for admission to a PG programme if he/ she is currently on the rolls for a PG programme in another subject/ discipline offered by the University. Those who have completed one PG programme in regular stream are not eligible for another PG programme , except for professional courses.
For M.P.Ed.
- Should have passed Bachelor of Physical Education (B.P.E) of three year duration of any University recognized by Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit OR have passed a Post Graduate Degree in Physical Education of at least one year duration of an Indian or Foreign University or board approved by the Education Department of the State or Union territory recognized by the Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate.
- Should be medically fit and free from physical deformities for daily heavy load of physical activities.
- Medical Certificate duly certified by a registered medical practitioner in the prescribed format enclosed with the application form should be produced at the time of selection trials.
For MFA
A candidate seeking admission for the 2 year Master of Fine Arts Degree Programme shall fulfill the following condition.
- Should have passed the Bachelor Degree in Fine Arts of any University recognized by Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady with a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate.
- No person shall be eligible for admission to a P.G.Programme if he/she is currently on the rolls for a P.G.Programme in another discipline offered by the University.
For P.G.Diploma in Translation and Office Proceedings in Hindi
Eligibility for admission to the P.G.Diploma in Translation and Office Proceedings in Hindi Programme shall be a Degree in any discipline recognized by this University. Candidates who discontinued a P.G.Course shall not be admitted to the P.G. Diploma Programme. Students who undergo any regular P.G.Programme can seek admission to the P.G.Diploma Programme. There is no age restriction in admission. Students who are appearing for their final Degree examination can also apply.
Application form
The window for Online application was open as per the schedule. Aspiring candidates who filled in online application form successfully will be called for an entrance exam. Candidates who were seeking admission to MA/M.Sc/MSW / M.P.Ed./MFA/ P.G. Diploma in Translation and Office Proceedings in Hindi Programmes in the University were directed to submit the application online through in the University website www.ssus.ac.in / www.ssusonline.org as per the schedule.
A print copy of the online application submitted with the required fee for Entrance Examination and copies of documents had to be sent by post to the Heads of concerned Departments for courses at Main Centre, Kalady / Directors of Regional Centres for courses offered at Regional Centres as per schedule.
Entrance exam fee for one subject
The candidate who opts for more than one subject shall submit the separate application form and shall pay the separate fee per subject towards Entrance Examination Fee.
| Course | Fee | |
| General | SC/ST | |
| MA | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 25/- |
| M.Sc. | Rs. 110/- | Rs. 25/- |
| MSW/MFA | Rs. 250/- | Rs. 50/- |
| MPEd | Rs. 500/- | Rs. 100/- |
| P.G.Diploma | Rs. 100/- | Rs. 25/- |
Note: The fee shall be either be remitted online along with the application through the link prescribed for the same or to the University account through Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit chalan receipts at all branches of Union Bank of India. The fee can also be remitted through Demand Draft drawn in favour of Finance Officer, Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, payable at Union Bank of India, Kalady branch. Applicants should note their name, address with phone number and purpose on the reverse side of the DD.
Examination Pattern
There is different examination pattern for different programme. Detailed information regarding it is given below.
For Admission to MA/MSc/MSW
The candidate shall have the eligibility to perform one Ata thala Varnam in two degrees of speed and a short raga alapana for Raga prescribed in the syllabus of BA Music degree course of this University. There will be aptitude and practical test for admission to MA Theatre and MA Dance (Bharathanatyam and Mohiniyattom)
For Admission to M.P.Ed
The candidates shall be selected for admission from the rank list prepared on the basis of the following criteria.
| Important Criteria | Marks |
| Written Test (Based on B.P.E./B.P.Ed. syllabus) | 50 Marks |
| Game Proficiency | 25 Marks |
| Physical Fitness Test (AAHPERD Youth Fitness Test) | 15 Marks |
| Sports Achievements | 10 Marks |
| Total | 100 Marks |
Note: Candidates should secure 50% marks in the selection test to be included in the rank list. General reservation rules applicable to Post Graduate Degree course at the University Departments shall be followed while admitting candidates from the rank list.
For Admission to Master of Fine Arts (VISUAL ARTS )
All eligible candidates applied for admission to MFA Programme will be called for an Entrance Examination / interview to be conducted in May 2018. The examination is intended to test the ability of the candidate to pursue the subject of study. The time allotted for written test is 1 hour and the test carries a maximum of 50 marks and portfolio presentation cum interview carries a maximum of 50 marks. The entrance test and aptitude test to candidates will be held in Main Centre at Kalady.
Examination Centre
M.A.
- Regional Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
- Regional Centre, Panmana – Kollam District
- Regional Centre, Ettumanoor – Kottayam District
- Regional Centre, Thuravoor – Alappuzha District
- Regional Centre, Thrissur
- Regional Centre, Tirur – Malappuram District
- Regional Centre, Koyilandy – Kozhikode District
- Regional Centre, Payyannur – Kannur District
- Main Centre, Kalady – Ernakulam Distric
M.S.W.
- Regional Centre, Thuravoor – Alappuzha District
- Regional Centre, Tirur – Malappuram District
- Regional Centre, Payyannur _ Kannur District
- Main Centre, Kalady – Ernakulam District
M.P.Ed./ M .Sc / MFA
Main Centre, Kalady – Ernakulam District
P.G. Diploma in Translation and Office Proceedings in Hindi
- Main Centre, Kalady – Ernakulam District
- Regional Centre, Ettumanoor – Kottayam District
Result
Subject-wise ranked list of candidates based on the marks obtained in the entrance examination will be published in the University website/notice boards at Main Centre and Regional Centres and every reasonable effort shall be taken to intimate the date, time and venue of the group discussion, as applicable, and the interview for admission through online. Transfer Certificate, Conduct Certificate, Marklists, Provisional/Original degree Certificates, Caste/Community Certificates and such other certificates are to be produced at the time of interview. Candidates are advised to check the University website/notice boards either at the Main Centre or at any of the Regional Centres for the date, time and venue of the group discussion, as applicable, and the interview at their own interest. University will not be responsible for the non-receipt of intimation.
Fee structure
The fee for Post-Graduate courses shall be as listed below.
| Description of fees | MA | M.Sc | MSW | M.P.Ed | MFA | PG Diploma |
| Tuition fee (per annum) | 1000 | 1100 | 6500 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 1000 |
| Special fee (per annum)* | 800 | 880 | 1500 | 2000 | 2000 | 500 |
| Admission fees | 75 | 85 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 50 |
| Caution fee | 500 | 550 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 300 |
| Matriculation fee | 50 | 55 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| Recognition fee** | 100 | 110 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Uniform fee | – | – | – | 2500 | – | – |
| Exam fee ( 1st semester) | 275 | 300 | 325 | 475 | 500 | 25 per paper |
| Department Development Fund | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | – |
* Rs. 200/- additional for MA Music, Dance & Theatre
** Applicable only to students whose qualifying degree is from universities outside Kerala
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