Overview

The Department of Sanskrit Sahitya at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit boasts a rich legacy spanning over three decades of academic excellence. Beyond our main campus at Kalady, we offer comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple regional centers including Payyannur, Koyilandy, Thirur, Ettumanoor, and Thiruvananthapuram.

Academic Excellence

Our department features distinguished faculty members who contribute to creating a dynamic learning environment. Our academic prowess is demonstrated by:

• More than 100 UGC NET and JRF qualified scholars
• Over 120 awarded PhDs
• Alumni holding key positions in prestigious academic institutions across India including University of Kerala, Calicut University, Mahatma Gandhi University, and numerous government colleges and other institutions

Educational Programs

• Undergraduate Programs
• Postgraduate Programs
• Doctoral Studies
• Research Projects

Research Focus

Our department maintains active research in several key areas:

• Vedic and Classical Literature
• Literary Theories
• Technical Literature
• Kerala Culture and Sanskrit Tradition
• Linguistics
• Indian Philosophy

Publications and Academic Contributions

• Publication of Pratyabhijna, a prestigious UGC CARE listed journal, currently in its 11th volume
• 40 books authored by department faculty members
• Regular collaboration with international scholars from across the globe

International Collaborations

We maintain strong academic partnerships with renowned international scholars including:

George Cardona, Michael Witzel, David Dean Shulman, Dominic Goodall, Hugo David, Cezary Galewicz, Heike Oberlin, Maya Tanbarg, Pioter Borek, Lidia Sudyka, Christophe Vielle, Danielle Feller, and many other distinguished academics from around the world.

National Academic Network

The department regularly engages with eminent Indian scholars such as Satyavrat Sastri, V.N. Jha, G.U. Thite, Kesavan Veluthatt, Amba Kulkarni, and numerous other respected academics who participate in various departmental programs.

Endowment Programs

• PS Subbarama Pattar Endowment
• Dharmaraj Adat Endowment
• CM Neelakandhan Endowment
• S Venkitakrishnan Endowment

Join us in our pursuit of excellence in Sanskrit studies and research.

For admissions and inquiries, please contact:

Head of the Department

Sanskrit Sahitya

hodsahitya@ssus.ac.in