First Sanskrit University Engineering Course in India: Central Sanskrit University has started B.Tech in AI and Data Science from 2026-27. Know complete information including admission, seats, AICTE approval.
Central Sanskrit University BTech AI Admission 2026:A big step has been taken in the direction of taking technical education and Indian knowledge tradition together in the country. Central Sanskrit University (CSU) has now started B.Tech course in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Science. The special thing is that this will be the first AICTE-approved engineering program in India, which is being started in a Sanskrit university. The objective of this course, starting from the academic year 2026-27, is not only to prepare engineers, but also to prepare a new generation who can connect modern AI technology with India’s ancient knowledge tradition and linguistic heritage. Know why this program is special including the admission process, eligibility.
Work will be done on Indian languages and ancient texts through AI
This new B.Tech program will teach students modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Science. Along with this, there will also be special focus on digitization of Indian languages, Sanskrit literature and ancient manuscripts. The university believes that with the help of AI, new digital tools can be created for Indian languages and centuries-old knowledge can be transmitted to the world through modern technology.
Admission will be available on 66 seats, B.Tech course will be of 4 years
According to the admission notification issued by the university, there will be a total of 66 seats in the first batch. These include 60 regular seats and 6 supernumerary seats. This will be a 4 year (8 semester) B.Tech program and will be taught at the Nashik campus of Central Sanskrit University. The registration process is going on for the 2026-27 session.
Who can apply?
To apply for this course, candidates must have AICTE recognized subjects like Physics, Maths and Chemistry/Computer Science/IT/Electronics in 10+2. Apart from this, students studying Sanskrit subjects along with PCM can also apply. At the same time, candidates with qualifications like Uttar Madhyama, Praka Shastri, Senior Upadhyay or Ved Vibhushan will also be eligible to apply, if they have Maths, Physics and Chemistry science with them. There will be a provision of 45% marks for general category candidates and relaxation as per rules for reserved category candidates.
You will get a chance from both JEE Main and University Entrance.
Admission will be done in two ways. Candidates who qualify JEE Main 2026 will get preference. For students who have not appeared for JEE Main, the university will conduct a separate entrance exam. However, if seats remain vacant through JEE, they will be filled by other eligible candidates.
Application continues, last date today
According to the schedule released by the university, online registrations have started from June 16, 2026. The last date of application has been fixed as 30 June 2026. The merit of JEE Main candidates will be released on July 6, while the entrance exam for non-JEE candidates will be held on July 10. Their result will be released on 15th July (expected). After this the process of counselling, document verification and fee deposit will be completed.
Prime Minister said visionary initiative
Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his recent ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program praised this initiative and called it a step taken keeping the future in mind. He said that this combination of modern technology and India’s ancient knowledge tradition will create new possibilities for the country. He also congratulated the university for this innovative initiative.
Education Minister and Chief Minister of Delhi also expressed happiness
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also praised this program and said that it will give new impetus to developing AI based solutions for Indian languages and conservation of ancient texts and manuscripts. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called it an important step connecting technology and Indian tradition and said that this will further speed up the work of preserving the country’s cultural heritage in digital form.
Why is this B.Tech program special?
This course will not be limited to engineering studies only, but will try to build a strong bridge between AI, Indian languages and cultural heritage. At a time when the world is rapidly moving towards AI technology, this initiative can create new research, innovation and employment opportunities by combining India’s ancient knowledge tradition with modern technology. This is the reason why this decision of Central Sanskrit University is being considered as a new beginning for Indian higher education.