Objectives

The declared objectives of Nalanda University include improvement of educational system; research for greater interaction between Asian countries; bringing together future leaders of east Asia for regional peace; education, research and capacity building; training in various arts, crafts and skills. The focus of the academics is on ancient sciences, language, history, philosophy for improving the quality of life.

The Campus facilities play a pivotal role in improving the overall learning process, as well as, the mental and physical growth of the students. An adequate and right logistical support is a vital contribution provided at the Nalanda University towards facilitating a smooth run of academic activities, such as learning, teaching and research.

Access to the University Campus

Entry into the University campus requires due validation and visitors access is restricted for reasons of security. A visit pass is issued to the visitor by the Security.

The University Library

The Central Library’s six storeyed Stupa shaped building, with a built-up area of 17,545 square meters is envisioned to provide state-of-the-art facilities, houses contemplative spaces for studying, presentation and seminar rooms with access to video conferencing and podcasting facilities, art galleries, archival section and music room, cafés, student and faculty lounges, etc. Having an outer radius of 81 meters at base and the crowning height of 26 meters, is probably the biggest stupa shaped building in the world.

Residence Halls / Hostels

The Residence Halls/ Hostels, like the Viharas of Nalanda, represent a very compact unit. The public spine along the central wet lands connects all the clusters and the amenities together. Each cluster caters to 80-100 students and total 24 buildings around 450 capacity Residence halls are currently boarded.

Tathagat Residence Hall for Women

All the Residence Halls are allocated to the students based on their respective preference of rooms, but on first-come-first served basis. All the facilities like indoor and outdoor games, common hall, computer lab, Wi-Fi, students’ pantry etc. are provided within the boundaries of the Residence Halls.

Admission