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Ph. D. in Philosophy / Spirituality is a doctoral program offered by the School of Spiritual and Cultural studies, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amaravati, Amritapuri,  Bengaluru, and Coimbatore campuses.

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About the Program

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Amaravati

Begin a significant voyage of spiritual discovery with our Ph.D. program in Philosophy and Spiritual Studies, enriched by the wisdom of ancient India. Dive into the vast wisdom of the Vedas, understanding their origins, importance, and how they were passed down through generations. Explore the profound teachings of the four Vedas – R̥ig, Yajur, Sāma, and Atharva – and uncover their deep meanings.

Expand your knowledge with the Vedangas, which are additional texts aimed at preserving Vedic teachings. These cover various subjects like pronunciation, grammar, and rituals.

 

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Further, your understanding with the Upangas delves into topics like philosophy, law, and storytelling. Lastly, explore the Darshanas, which present different perspectives on spirituality. Through reflective learning methods, our program helps you grasp diverse subjects, fostering a deep appreciation of spiritual traditions. Graduates emerge as knowledgeable scholars ready to interpret and safeguard spiritual heritage, contributing to global spiritual understanding.

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Amritapuri

Amrita School of Spiritual and Cultural Studies, founded on the principles of promoting holistic education, has emerged as a distinguished platform for research in various domains that encapsulate the essence of Indian cultural and spiritual heritage. The school’s mission is rooted in preserving and proliferating the rich tapestry of Indian Knowledge Systems, Yoga, Sanskrit Vyakarana, Sanskrit Education, Ethics (East and West), and Vedanta.

The school places a strong emphasis on the study of Yoga and Sanskrit, recognizing their pivotal roles in the cultural and spiritual fabric of India. Through rigorous research, ASSCS aims to advance understanding in these fields, paving the way for the preservation and propagation of these invaluable traditions.

 

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The ultimate vision of Amrita School of Spiritual and Cultural Studies is to emerge as a quintessential resource centre dedicated to the preservation and proliferation of Indian knowledge systems. By fostering a vibrant research environment, the school aspires to be a catalyst for academic growth, contributing significantly to the global discourse on culture, spirituality, and philosophy.

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Bengaluru

The program deals with a wide range of areas related to the domains of the Indian Knowledge System- Sanskrit Studies, Archaeology, Cultural Studies, Manuscriptology, etc. Students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in the domains of IKS can benefit from the expertise available on-campus and numerous collaborations across the globe.

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Coimbatore

Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) is increasingly attracting academicians due to compelling reasons like soft power, integrity, and universal well-being. To make IKS an academically feasible and practical to the fast-growing generations it requires emics’ perspective and understanding to bring about the correct narratives to stand the etics’ compulsions. Combining science, technology, and philosophy, Amrita Darshanam-ICSS proposes a generational shift in scholarly discourse to meet global expectations. Integrating modern science with Sanatana approaches is crucial to addressing the challenges of our evolving social landscape. This synergy demands the collaboration of visionary minds and committed hearts.

 

Important Note

2025 January Intake Admissions Open
Eligibility

Eligibility

Amaravati

M.A. in Sanskrit and allied subjects, Philosophy, and Yoga

Amritapuri

Post Graduation in Philosophy/Spiritual Studies/MBA/Sanskrit/Psychology

Bengaluru

Masters in any domain of Indian Knowledge System- Sanskrit, Prakrit, Pali, Indology, Linguistics, Ancient Indian History Culture and Archaeology

Coimbatore

Any PG + a certificate course from IKS as an option or dual degree

Faculty for Guideship

Amaravati
Dr. S. V. B. K. V. Gupta
Dr. S. V. B. K. V. Gupta
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Dr. Siva Panuganti
Dr. Siva Panuganti
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Dr.Surendra Komatineni
Dr.Surendra Komatineni
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Amritapuri
Brahmachari Achyutāmṛta Chaitanya
Brahmachari Achyutāmṛta Chaitanya
Principal
Associate Professor

Dr. Anand S.
Dr. Anand S.
Chairperson
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Dr. P. R. Padmakumar
Dr. P. R. Padmakumar
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Dr. Preetha Menon
Dr. Preetha Menon
Assistant Professor (Sl. Gd.)

Dr. Prasanth B.
Dr. Prasanth B.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Harikrishnan V. P.
Dr. Harikrishnan V. P.
Assistant Professor

Dr. Midhun P
Dr. Midhun P
Assistant Professor

Bengaluru
Dr. Manish Rajan Walvekar
Dr. Manish Rajan Walvekar
Head of Department
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gd.)

Dr. Tanashree Redij
Dr. Tanashree Redij
Assistant Professor

Coimbatore
Dr. Sripad H. Ghaligi
Dr. Sripad H. Ghaligi
Assistant Professor

Dr. Upadyayula K. V. Sarma
Dr. Upadyayula K. V. Sarma
Assistant Professor

Naveen Bhat
Naveen Bhat
Assistant Professor

Research Areas

Amaravati

Sanskrit Studies

Yoga, Sanskrit NLP

Philosophy

Advaita-Vedanta

Amritapuri

Philosophy (East and West) 

Ethics (East and West) 

Yoga  

Vyakarana (Sanskrit Grammar and Linguistics) 

Vedanta 

Indian Knowledge Systems

Sanskrit Pedagogy, Sanskrit Language and Literature, Sanskrit Education 

Tantra Philosophy 

Philosophy

Indian Culture

Sanskrit Education

Sanskrit Vyakarana

Bengaluru

Sanskrit Studies

Manuscriptology

Religious Studies

Archaeology and Religion

Sacred Landscape

Text and Archaeology  

Coimbatore

Indian Knowledge Systems

Veda – Vedanta

Yoga – Psychology

Vedanga- Vyakarana

Jyotisha/Indian Mathematics

Sanskrit literature

Rituals and Temple architecture

Empirical research on sound, rituals, meditation etc

Empirical and Theoretical Basis of Yoga

Traditional and Ritual Lineage of Bharat

Vedanta and Allied Shastras

Jyothisha

Fundings / Projects

Amritapuri

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amritapuri

Title of the Project Funding Agency
The Indian Knowledge System Centre Ministry of Education, Government of India
Contribution of Kerala Towards Promulgation of Vedanta Indian Council of Philosophical Research, Government of India
Philosophical Counseling in Vedanta Darshana: Contributions of Contemporary Spiritual Guides Indian Council of Philosophical Research, Government of India
Manuscript Preservation and Conservation National Manuscript Mission, Government of India
Bengaluru

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Bengaluru

Title of the Project 

Funding Agency 

Study of Ophiolatry Manuscripts of India 

Central Sanskrit University, Under the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India for Ashtaadashi Project – 2021-22 

Amrita IKS Centre for Ayurveda, Vyākaraṇa, and Darśana 

AICTE, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India 

Translation of ‘Outlines of Indian Philosophy’ 

CIIL, Mysuru 

Facilities / Research Infrastructure

Amaravati

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Amaravati

Name of the Research Lab Major Facilities / Equipment Details
Computer lab Springer Subscription available for the Journal of Indian Philosophy
Bengaluru

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Bengaluru

  • Well-equipped library
  • Updated e-resources

Contact Us

Ph.D. Coordinator (Amaravati)

Dr. S V B K V Gupta
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.)
svbkvgupta@av.amrita.edu
8903888551

Ph.D. Coordinator (Amritapuri)

Padmakumar P R, PhD
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr)
padmakumarpr@am.amrita.edu 

 

 

Ph.D. Coordinator (Bengaluru)

Dr. Manish Rajan Walvekar
Assistant Professor (Sr. Gr.) and Centre Coordinator
r_manish@blr.amrita.edu  

Ph.D. Coordinator (Coimbatore)

Dr. Sushrutha Shivanna
CLPGP Member and Asst. Professor, Amrita Darshanam-ICSS, Coimbatore
s_sushrutha@cb.amrita.edu 

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