Overview
Visva-Bharati is a public university located in Santiniketan, India. Founded in 1921, it operates as a higher-education provider.
Academically, Visva-Bharati teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into numerous faculties and schools and runs an extensive programme catalogue.
Location & Contact
Below are Visva-Bharati's address, location, and primary contact channels.
Academic Details
A snapshot of Visva-Bharati's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.
Degrees
Also Certificates, Advanced Diploma, Pre-degree Courses.
Master's 10 programs
- Arts and Humanities
- Computer Science
- Education
- Fine Arts
- Indic Languages
- Mathematics
- Music
- Natural Sciences
- Physical Education
- Social Work
Faculties & Divisions
Subject coverage by faculty at Visva-Bharati is listed below.
Arabic, Persian, Urdu and Islamic Studies (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Persian
- Urdu
Assamese (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Indic Languages
Bengali (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Indic Languages
Chinese Language and Culture (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Asian Studies
- Chinese
English and OMEL (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
Hindi (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Hindi
Indo-Tibetan Studies (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- South Asian Studies
- Tibetan
Japanese (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Japanese
Oriya (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Indic Languages
Sanskrit, Pali and Prakrit (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Classical Languages
- Sanskrit
Santali (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- South and Southeast Asian Languages
Tamil (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- South and Southeast Asian Languages
Programs Offered
Browse Visva-Bharati's programmes by level, or filter by name.
100 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in India
Bachelor's Degree 40 programmes
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Master's Degree 34 programmes
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Doctorate 3 programmes
Diploma 23 programmes
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How to apply to Visva-Bharati
How to apply to Visva-Bharati — a five-step structure.
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Research programmes at Visva-Bharati
Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Visva-Bharati offers 100 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.
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Review admissions criteria
Each programme at Visva-Bharati has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.
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Gather supporting documents
Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.
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Lodge your application
Apply directly via Visva-Bharati's online portal at www.visva-bharati.ac.in. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.
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Confirm receipt and track progress
After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.
Frequently Asked Questions about Visva-Bharati
Concise answers to common questions about Visva-Bharati.
When did Visva-Bharati open?
Visva-Bharati traces its founding to 1921 (approximately 105 years ago).
In which city is Visva-Bharati?
Visva-Bharati is based in Santiniketan, India.
What is Visva-Bharati's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What degrees does Visva-Bharati offer?
Visva-Bharati offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
Is Visva-Bharati officially recognised?
The institution holds recognition from University Grants Commission.
What is Visva-Bharati's official website?
You can find Visva-Bharati online at www.visva-bharati.ac.in.
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