Nava Nalanda Mahavihara

Overview

English Name: Nava Nalanda Mahavihara

Local Name: नव नालंदा महाविहार

Acronyms: NNM

Founded: 1951

Control Type: Public

Entity Type: Non-profit

Religious Affiliation: Buddhism

Established in 2006, the Nava Nalanda Mahavihara (Nava Nalanda Mahavihara University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the rural setting of the large town of Bargaon (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Bihar.

Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Nava Nalanda Mahavihara (NNM) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution formally affiliated with the Buddhist religion. Nava Nalanda Mahavihara (NNM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees in several areas of study.

This 18-year-old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. NNM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, as well as administrative services.

Location & Contact

Find Nava Nalanda Mahavihara on the map and reach the right office through the contact channels listed below. Use these for general enquiries; specific departments often run their own contact pages.

Academic Details

Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's academic profile in numbers — useful for sizing the institution against your shortlist. Each figure links to a different facet of how the institution operates day to day.

Degrees

Also Certificates and Preparatory Course.

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under University Grants Commission of India.

Programs Offered

The programme finder below covers every degree Nava Nalanda Mahavihara currently offers. Programme codes here often map to international classification systems used for credential recognition abroad.

How to apply to Nava Nalanda Mahavihara

Below is a five-step path through the application process at Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, useful for first-time applicants and international students.

1. 1
   Browse the programme catalogue

   Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's catalogue includes 39 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

2. 2
   Check eligibility for your chosen programme

   Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's admissions process.

3. 3
   Get your documents ready

   Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

4. 4
   Apply through the official channel

   Submit your completed application through Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's official website at www.nnm.ac.in. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.

5. 5
   Reach out and track your application

   Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +91 06112-281820. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Nava Nalanda Mahavihara

A short Q&A covering Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's essentials — founding, location, scale, ranking, and academic structure.

Top-Ranked Universities in India

Some India systems publish government rating frameworks (NIRF, QS Stars, regulatory grading) alongside rankings. These add independent signals beyond commercial ranking tables.

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IN

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Indian Institute of Science

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Other Indian Universities Affiliated with Buddhism

Religious holiday observance and academic-calendar alignment at Buddhism universities typically reflect tradition rather than national norms. The peers below tend to follow Nava Nalanda Mahavihara in this respect.

Dongguk University

Seoul · Private · Rank #581

Wonkwang University

Iksan · Private · Rank #1073

Aichi Gakuin University

Nisshin-shi · Private · Rank #1942

Tzu Chi University

Hualien · Private · Rank #2126

Hsuan Chuang University

Hsinchu · Private · Rank #2443

Faculties at Nearby Universities

If Nava Nalanda Mahavihara's location appeals to you, these nearby universities offer comparable environments and academic breadth. Local clusters tend to share cultural, linguistic, and employment context, which can matter as much as institutional choice itself.

Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

Kharagpur · Public · Rank #725

Indian Institute of Technology Patna

Patna · Public · Rank #2609

National Institute of Technology, Patna

Patna · Public · Rank #3448

Indian Institute of Management Bodh Gaya

Gaya · Public · Rank #4569

DA

Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital

Darbhanga · Est. 1946

Where Else to Study Literature

Capstone publication or portfolio output from Literature programmes affects what you graduate with. Some India institutions retain student work; others publish it as part of programme outputs.

University of Delhi

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Panjab University

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MATS University

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Alagappa University

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Universities Often Compared with Nava Nalanda Mahavihara

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UN

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FA

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JU

Jubilee Mission Medical College and Research Institute

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PU

Punjab Government Dental College and Hospital

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