National Sanskrit University offers 18 undergraduate programmes through CUET UG 2026: 15 Shastri programmes, a BA (Hons), a BSc in Computers and a BSc in Yoga. Almost every programme accepts any language paper and any domain paper, and the Sanskrit paper (325) gives candidates preference. The Shastri programmes are taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit, and Shastri Vedabhashyam also needs a personal interview in the Samhita.
CUET papers you'll need for NSU
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All 18 courses at NSU through CUET
Shastri Vedabhashyam
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Those who have passed or completed the Samhita of a Veda (Rigveda, Krishna or Shukla Yajurveda, Samaveda, Atharva Veda), certified by a vedic guru or traditional institution, with some knowledge of Sanskrit. A pass in 12th is desirable.
Selection: Selection is subject to a personal interview in the Samhita of the respective Veda and Sanskrit. Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Phalitha Jyotisha
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Vyakarana
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Siddhanta Jyotisha
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Vastu
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Dharmasastra
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Nyaya
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Sankhya Yoga
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Mimamsa
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Advaita Vedanta
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Visistadvaita Vedanta
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Dvaita Vedanta
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Agama
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Sahitya
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
Shastri Puranetihasa
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility and selection
Valid CUET score plus a pass in a 10+2-pattern exam such as Prak-Shastri (NSU or Central Sanskrit University), Uttara Madhyama, Madhyama (BHU), Upa Shastri, Veda Vibhushan, or Intermediate/NIOS XII, preferably with Sanskrit or a Sanskrit diploma.
Selection: Shastri is taught and evaluated only in Sanskrit medium.
BA (Hons)
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility
Valid CUET score and a pass in Prak-Shastri, Intermediate or an equivalent 10+2-pattern exam. Candidates who studied Sanskrit at +2 or completed a Sanskrit certificate/diploma are given preference.
BSc Computers
CUET: Any one language paper plus Mathematics (319); candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility
Valid CUET score and a pass in Prak-Shastri, Intermediate or an equivalent 10+2-pattern exam with Sanskrit and Mathematics as subjects of study.
BSc Yoga
CUET: Any one language paper and any one domain paper; candidates with the Sanskrit paper (325) get preference.
▸ Eligibility
Valid CUET score and a pass in Prak-Shastri, Intermediate or an equivalent 10+2-pattern exam. Candidates who studied Sanskrit or completed a Sanskrit or Yoga certificate/diploma are given preference.
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Frequently asked questions
▸Which CUET subjects are needed for NSU Shastri programmes?
The NTA list says any language paper and any domain paper can be used, with preference for candidates who took Sanskrit (paper code 325). A valid CUET score is required along with an eligible 10+2-pattern pass such as Prak-Shastri or Intermediate.
▸Do I need Mathematics for NSU BSc Computers through CUET?
Yes. BSc Computers needs the Mathematics paper (319) and one language paper, and the eligibility asks for Sanskrit and Mathematics as subjects of study in Prak-Shastri, Intermediate or an equivalent exam.
▸Is there an interview for NSU Shastri Vedabhashyam?
Yes. Candidates for Shastri Vedabhashyam must have passed or completed the Samhita of a Veda and are admitted subject to a personal interview in that Samhita and Sanskrit. A 12th pass is desirable.
About this data
Taken from the official NTA list of participating central universities for CUET UG 2026 (the latest list published). Courses, CUET subjects and eligibility can change each year, so confirm with the CUET UG 2027 list and the university's admission notice when NTA publishes them.