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President Droupadi Murmu graced the convocation ceremony of Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar. The President said that knowledge was never viewed in isolation at Nalanda; it was inextricably linked to ethics and welfare of the society and humanity.
Nalanda University is all set to host its 2nd Convocation on 31 March 2026, in the esteemed presence of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, as Chief Guest, marking a proud milestone in its journey of academic excellence and global engagement.
A humble moment for Nalanda University as our Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Professor Sachin Chaturvedi participated in this significant literary occasion at Bihar Lok Bhavan in the gracious presence of Hon’ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammad Khan.
Nalanda University had the honour of hosting His Excellency, Hon’ble Governor of Tripura, Shri Indra Sena Reddy Nallu ji, who graciously visited our campus today along with his esteemed spouse.
Nalanda University Celebrates a New Generation of Scholars as 15 Crack UGC-NET
Nalanda University hosted a delegation from
@PIBHyderabad and senior journalists as part of their official press tour to Bihar.
Nalanda University today witnessed a soulful Kathak performance, “I Am Bihar,” by Smt. Swati Sinha and her Dance Group, organised with the support of ICCR Patna
at the Sushma Swaraj Auditorium.
Adding colour and vibrance to the 77th Republic Day Celebration at Nalanda University.
Nalanda University organized a curated Thangka-style Siddham Calligraphy Exhibition from 23–25 January 2026, inaugurated during the Dongguk University delegation’s visit.
Nalanda University today had the honour of hosting a high-level delegation from Dongguk University, Republic of Korea, reaffirming the timeless academic and cultural ties between India and Korea rooted in the Buddhist tradition.
नेताजी सुभाषचंद्र बोस जी की जयंती एवं बसंत पंचमी के पावन अवसर पर नालंदा विश्वविद्यालय में राष्ट्र-विचारक एवं चिंतक श्री सुरेश सोनी जी का विशेष व्याख्यान आयोजित किया गया।
बसंत पंचमी एवं माँ सरस्वती पूजा के पावन अवसर पर नालंदा विश्वविद्यालय विद्या, संस्कृति और साधना के भाव से ओत-प्रोत रहा।
The International Conference on Dharma and Global Ethics: Insights from Bhāratīya Śāstra Paramparā concluded on 28 November, 2025.
Raj Bhavan - Nalanda Lecture Series - 13-October-2025.
Nalanda University has signed an MoU with Sindhu Central University, Ladakh on 21.09.2025.
EAS (East Asia Summit) Conclave of Heads of Higher Education Institutions & EAS Knowledge Exchange Workshop on Energy Efficiency & Mission-LiFE, at Nalanda University on 17 September 2025.
Nalanda University family came together to celebrate Mahalaya on 21.09.2025.
A Two-week long Kalaripayattu, contemplative martial art form, workshop commenced at Nalanda University Campus on 15.09.2025.
Nalanda University proudly hosted Bhutan Prime Minister H.E. Shri Dasho Tshering Tobgay, first lady and the esteemed delegation at its campus on 03.09.2025
Nalanda University celebrated the 79th Independence Day with pride and reverence.
Nalanda University warmly welcomed its newly admitted students with an inspiring Orientation-cum-Induction and Cultural Programme on August 4, 2025.
Nalanda University Vice Chancellor, Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, joined the launch of UNOSSC’s flagship 2025 Global Report, “Bridging Horizons and Continents: Forging Transformative Pathways in South-South and Triangular Cooperation" on July 17, 2025, in NewYork.
Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University, participated in the First Annual Academic Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) held at JNU from July 10-12, 2025.
Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University, called on Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs. Discussed Nalanda’s evolving role in global academia and the University’s development roadmap.
Nalanda University Vice Chancellor Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi called on Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Nitish Kumar in Patna. The Hon'ble CM commended the Net-Zero initiative of Nalanda.
Nalanda University hosted Sahbhagita Samvad on today, making an effort to connect with five neighbouring villages in the realm of education and to establish linkages between school and higher education at multiple levels.
International Yoga Day celebrated at Nalanda University on 21 June 2025, marked by a green pledge through tree plantation, led by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Professor Sachin Chaturvedi.
NU team led by Hon’ble VC Professor Sachin Chaturvedi recently signed an MoU with RIS to strengthen institutional collaboration & deepen mutual engagement.
Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi, Hon'ble VC had an engaging interaction with Post-Doctoral Fellows and Ph.D. scholars on 22.05.2025.
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar June 19, 2024. Several eminent people including the Head of Missions of 17 countries attended the inauguration ceremony.
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Hon'ble PM's address champions 'Nalanda spirit'.
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Special mention of Nalanda University by the Hon'ble Finance Minister in the budget speech
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Hon'ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated Nalanda University Campus in Bihar
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During the first millennium CE, India was not only the world’s richest economy, it was also a seat of learning like no other on the face of the earth. And at the head and summit of it all crowned the ancient Nalanda. It’s remains bear witness to its glorious past when for eight centuries, spanning from 5th to 12th CE, it attracted scholars and students from around the world. Those scholars and students took the wisdom acquired herein and spread it to different corners of the world. At its zenith, serving as a residential campus, the ancient Nalanda is said to have...
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With the inherent strength of our motto of "Ā no bhadrāḥ kratavo yantu viśvataḥ" (Let noble thoughts come to us from all directions), the Nalanda spirit has evolved as a vibrant expression of continued engagement with eternal values and ethos. It embodies a rich intellectual tradition with an open, inclusive, and globally oriented outlook. Given the context of Indian knowledge system, we must move forward with progress and environment together.
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Admissions Open for Master's Programme 2026
POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, 2025-2026
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Quotes from Hon'ble Prime Minister's Address on Independence Day .
(Click Here)
Hon'ble PM's address champions 'Nalanda spirit'.
(Click Here)
Special mention of Nalanda University by the Hon'ble Finance Minister in the budget speech
(Click Here)
Quotes of Hon'ble Prime Minister's Speech.
(Click Here)
Hon'ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated Nalanda University Campus in Bihar
(Click Here)
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Admissions Open for Master's Programme 2026
POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, 2025-2026
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Nalanda University was the first ancient school in the world. First time, I felt blessed to study at Nalanda University When I arrived, I always received the wholehearted help of all professors. They helped me to improve my language and understanding on the treasures of knowledge in India Buddhism and other contemporary religion.
Ngan Do Thi Kim, Country : Vietnam
Studied SBSPCR (2019-2021)
Studying at Nalanda University was great for me. I was impressed by the professionalism and the commitment of the teachers, I developed the much required skills that’s helped me in my forestry job. The 'Students Affairs' was very closed to us to respond to our needs. I learnt more about India's culture and also practice Yoga.
Kouame Yao-Bah Romeo, Country : Ivory Coast,
SEES (2018-2020)
I dedicate all of my time to study to deepen my knowledge on Buddhism as well as other Indian traditions and learned a lot at Nalanda University. Due to its diverse approach, the students can have a large picture of various Indian philosophical schools and religion. I am grateful to ICCR scholarship. for funding my studies at Nalanda University.
Huynh Cao Nhut Quang, Country : Vietnam
SBSPCR (2019 -2021)
Really appreciated and grateful. I am so happy when I lived and studied in a great academic environment at Nalanda University.
Pham Phuoc Quy, Country: Vietnam
SBSPCR (2018-2020)
There are a lot of students came from many country all over the world. All the professors are very kind and helpful. Lots of places related to Buddhism are there, I had a wonderful experience studying at Nalanda University.
Hoa Truong Ngoc, Country: Vietnam
SBSPCR (2019-2021)
Discover Nalanda University
Interdisciplinarity is at the core of the Nalanda Curriculum. Our programmes are designed to encourage experiential learning, promote original research and develop innovative ideas
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This university can be a place for meeting of minds from the national and international arena to do research on unity of minds with focus on philosophy linking science, technologies, economy and spirituality with reference to ancient and modern thinking. The focus of this university can be the evolution of world, free from crime, terrorism and war. Above all this institute will engage in research in the role of human values and ethics for universal development and peace. This university should work for creation of enlightened citizens.
President APJ Abdul Kalam, Address at the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Patna: 28.3.2006
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President Droupadi Murmu graced the convocation ceremony of Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar. The President said that knowledge was never viewed in isolation at Nalanda; it was inextricably linked to ethics and welfare of the society and humanity.
Nalanda University is all set to host its 2nd Convocation on 31 March 2026, in the esteemed presence of the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, as Chief Guest, marking a proud milestone in its journey of academic excellence and global engagement.
A humble moment for Nalanda University as our Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Professor Sachin Chaturvedi participated in this significant literary occasion at Bihar Lok Bhavan in the gracious presence of Hon’ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammad Khan.
Nalanda University had the honour of hosting His Excellency, Hon’ble Governor of Tripura, Shri Indra Sena Reddy Nallu ji, who graciously visited our campus today along with his esteemed spouse.
Nalanda University Celebrates a New Generation of Scholars as 15 Crack UGC-NET
Nalanda University hosted a delegation from
@PIBHyderabad and senior journalists as part of their official press tour to Bihar.
Nalanda University today witnessed a soulful Kathak performance, “I Am Bihar,” by Smt. Swati Sinha and her Dance Group, organised with the support of ICCR Patna
at the Sushma Swaraj Auditorium.
Adding colour and vibrance to the 77th Republic Day Celebration at Nalanda University.
Nalanda University organized a curated Thangka-style Siddham Calligraphy Exhibition from 23–25 January 2026, inaugurated during the Dongguk University delegation’s visit.
Nalanda University today had the honour of hosting a high-level delegation from Dongguk University, Republic of Korea, reaffirming the timeless academic and cultural ties between India and Korea rooted in the Buddhist tradition.
नेताजी सुभाषचंद्र बोस जी की जयंती एवं बसंत पंचमी के पावन अवसर पर नालंदा विश्वविद्यालय में राष्ट्र-विचारक एवं चिंतक श्री सुरेश सोनी जी का विशेष व्याख्यान आयोजित किया गया।
बसंत पंचमी एवं माँ सरस्वती पूजा के पावन अवसर पर नालंदा विश्वविद्यालय विद्या, संस्कृति और साधना के भाव से ओत-प्रोत रहा।
The International Conference on Dharma and Global Ethics: Insights from Bhāratīya Śāstra Paramparā concluded on 28 November, 2025.
Raj Bhavan - Nalanda Lecture Series - 13-October-2025.
Nalanda University has signed an MoU with Sindhu Central University, Ladakh on 21.09.2025.
EAS (East Asia Summit) Conclave of Heads of Higher Education Institutions & EAS Knowledge Exchange Workshop on Energy Efficiency & Mission-LiFE, at Nalanda University on 17 September 2025.
Nalanda University family came together to celebrate Mahalaya on 21.09.2025.
A Two-week long Kalaripayattu, contemplative martial art form, workshop commenced at Nalanda University Campus on 15.09.2025.
Nalanda University proudly hosted Bhutan Prime Minister H.E. Shri Dasho Tshering Tobgay, first lady and the esteemed delegation at its campus on 03.09.2025
Nalanda University celebrated the 79th Independence Day with pride and reverence.
Nalanda University warmly welcomed its newly admitted students with an inspiring Orientation-cum-Induction and Cultural Programme on August 4, 2025.
Nalanda University Vice Chancellor, Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, joined the launch of UNOSSC’s flagship 2025 Global Report, “Bridging Horizons and Continents: Forging Transformative Pathways in South-South and Triangular Cooperation" on July 17, 2025, in NewYork.
Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University, participated in the First Annual Academic Conference on Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) held at JNU from July 10-12, 2025.
Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, Vice Chancellor of Nalanda University, called on Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs. Discussed Nalanda’s evolving role in global academia and the University’s development roadmap.
Nalanda University Vice Chancellor Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi called on Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Nitish Kumar in Patna. The Hon'ble CM commended the Net-Zero initiative of Nalanda.
Nalanda University hosted Sahbhagita Samvad on today, making an effort to connect with five neighbouring villages in the realm of education and to establish linkages between school and higher education at multiple levels.
International Yoga Day celebrated at Nalanda University on 21 June 2025, marked by a green pledge through tree plantation, led by Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Professor Sachin Chaturvedi.
NU team led by Hon’ble VC Professor Sachin Chaturvedi recently signed an MoU with RIS to strengthen institutional collaboration & deepen mutual engagement.
Prof. Sachin Chaturvedi, Hon'ble VC had an engaging interaction with Post-Doctoral Fellows and Ph.D. scholars on 22.05.2025.
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University at Rajgir, Bihar June 19, 2024. Several eminent people including the Head of Missions of 17 countries attended the inauguration ceremony.
Latest Updates
Admissions Open for Master's Programme 2026
For the New Students of Batch of 2024-2026.
(Click Here)
Thanks a million Hon'ble PM Modiji. We are grateful, blessed and thoroughly encouraged.
Hon'ble PM's address champions 'Nalanda spirit'.
(Click Here)
Special mention of Nalanda University by the Hon'ble Finance Minister in the budget speech
(Click Here)
Quotes of Hon'ble Prime Minister's Speech
Hon'ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated Nalanda University Campus in Bihar
(Click Here)
Chancellor's Desk
Profile
During the first millennium CE, India was not only the world’s richest economy, it was also a seat of learning like no other on the face of the earth. And at the head and summit of it all crowned the ancient Nalanda. It’s remains bear witness to its glorious past when for eight centuries, spanning from 5th to 12th CE, it attracted scholars and students from around the world. Those scholars and students took the wisdom acquired herein and spread it to different corners of the world. At its zenith, serving as a residential campus, the ancient Nalanda is said to have...
Read more
Vice Chancellor’s Desk
Profile
With the inherent strength of our motto of "Ā no bhadrāḥ kratavo yantu viśvataḥ" (Let noble thoughts come to us from all directions), the Nalanda spirit has evolved as a vibrant expression of continued engagement with eternal values and ethos. It embodies a rich intellectual tradition with an open, inclusive, and globally oriented outlook. Given the context of Indian knowledge system, we must move forward with progress and environment together.
Read more
News Updates
Admissions Open for Master's Programme 2026
POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, 2025-2026
For the New Students of Batch of 2024-2026.
(Click Here)
Quotes from Hon'ble Prime Minister's Address on Independence Day .
(Click Here)
Hon'ble PM's address champions 'Nalanda spirit'.
(Click Here)
Special mention of Nalanda University by the Hon'ble Finance Minister in the budget speech
(Click Here)
Quotes of Hon'ble Prime Minister's Speech.
(Click Here)
Hon'ble Prime Minister of India inaugurated Nalanda University Campus in Bihar
(Click Here)
Admissions
Admissions Open for Master's Programme 2026
POST-DOCTORAL FELLOWSHIP, 2025-2026
Admissions is open for the Ph.D. programme.
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Nalanda University was the first ancient school in the world. First time, I felt blessed to study at Nalanda University When I arrived, I always received the wholehearted help of all professors. They helped me to improve my language and understanding on the treasures of knowledge in India Buddhism and other contemporary religion.
Ngan Do Thi Kim, Country : Vietnam
Studied SBSPCR (2019-2021)
Studying at Nalanda University was great for me. I was impressed by the professionalism and the commitment of the teachers, I developed the much required skills that’s helped me in my forestry job. The 'Students Affairs' was very closed to us to respond to our needs. I learnt more about India's culture and also practice Yoga.
Kouame Yao-Bah Romeo, Country : Ivory Coast,
SEES (2018-2020)
I dedicate all of my time to study to deepen my knowledge on Buddhism as well as other Indian traditions and learned a lot at Nalanda University. Due to its diverse approach, the students can have a large picture of various Indian philosophical schools and religion. I am grateful to ICCR scholarship. for funding my studies at Nalanda University.
Huynh Cao Nhut Quang, Country : Vietnam
SBSPCR (2019 -2021)
Really appreciated and grateful. I am so happy when I lived and studied in a great academic environment at Nalanda University.
Pham Phuoc Quy, Country: Vietnam
SBSPCR (2018-2020)
There are a lot of students came from many country all over the world. All the professors are very kind and helpful. Lots of places related to Buddhism are there, I had a wonderful experience studying at Nalanda University.
Hoa Truong Ngoc, Country: Vietnam
SBSPCR (2019-2021)
Discover Nalanda University
Interdisciplinarity is at the core of the Nalanda Curriculum. Our programmes are designed to encourage experiential learning, promote original research and develop innovative ideas
v
Photo Gallery
This university can be a place for meeting of minds from the national and international arena to do research on unity of minds with focus on philosophy linking science, technologies, economy and spirituality with reference to ancient and modern thinking. The focus of this university can be the evolution of world, free from crime, terrorism and war. Above all this institute will engage in research in the role of human values and ethics for universal development and peace. This university should work for creation of enlightened citizens.
President APJ Abdul Kalam, Address at the Bihar Legislative Assembly, Patna: 28.3.2006
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