Department of Bharatiya Gyan Parampara / Indian Knowledge System
Vision
To become a globally recognized Centre of Excellence that enshrines Bharatiya Gyan Parampara as a living, multidimensional, and intellectually rigorous knowledge system, one that is empirically grounded, time-tested, and fully capable of addressing the complex challenges of the 21st century through the seamless integration of ancient wisdom with modern research, technology, and education.
Mission
- To substantiate, through rigorous academic research, the logical coherence and enduring global relevance of India's Vedic, philosophical, astronomical, and mathematical traditions.
- To integrate Indian Knowledge Systems into mainstream higher education in alignment with NEP 2020, fostering a holistic, multidisciplinary, and value-based learning environment.
- To leverage modern technologies such as AVGC, AR/VR/MR, LiDAR, and 360° photography for experiential learning, digital preservation, and global dissemination of India's knowledge heritage.
- To develop skilled human capital that bridges traditional scholarship with contemporary creative and research industries.
- To provide inclusive access to Bharatiya Gyan Parampara for all sections of society, including rural and remote students, through digital platforms.
- To contribute to India's soft power by presenting Indian culture, philosophy, and science on international platforms through innovative AVGC-based content creation.
Bharat is that sacred land where the unceasing flow of knowledge has been streaming for thousands of years.
Spiritual knowledge, Ayush sciences, natural science, mathematics, yoga, philosophy, arts and skills, and various other disciplines are India's invaluable contributions to humanity. Yet in the blind race of Western imitation, we have been gradually forgetting this heritage.
With this deep concern and firm resolve, the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR), Bhopal, has taken a historic step — the establishment of the Department of Indian Knowledge System (Bharatiya Gyan Parampara Vibhag).
Indian Knowledge Tradition — A Priceless Heritage
In ancient times, students from every corner of the world would come to universities like Nalanda, Takshashila, Vikramashila, Ujjayini, and Vallabhi, thirsting for knowledge. Aryabhata discovered zero and the decimal system; Charaka elevated medicine to new heights; Baudhayana established the principles of geometry; Maharishi Kanada conceived the concept of the atom and explained the nature of the universe — these are all unbroken links in the chain of Indian knowledge tradition. This tradition holds not merely scriptures, but a holistic vision for living. Today, as the world once again looks toward natural healing, meditation, yoga, and sustainable development, it becomes clear that India's ancient knowledge is as relevant and alive as ever.
This Innovative Initiative of NITTTR Bhopal
NITTTR Bhopal has always been a pioneer of innovation and quality in technical education. In that spirit, by establishing the Department of Indian Knowledge System, the Institute has proven that modern technical education and Indian thought are not opposites — they are mutually complementary. This department is not merely an academic unit; it is a bridge connecting India's glorious past with the present generation.
The establishment of this department is in line with the core objective of the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasizes integrating Bharatiya languages, culture, and knowledge traditions into the mainstream of higher education. This step by the Institute is not only academically significant, but also an inspiring initiative toward reviving cultural national consciousness.
Two Special Programmes — A Remarkable Convergence of Knowledge and Career
1. Undergraduate Programme (BS — Bachelor's Programme in Bharatiya Gyan Parampara/IKS)
This programme is for young learners who wish to develop a deep understanding of Indian literature, philosophy, science and technology, mathematics, and culture. The curriculum includes subjects such as the Vedas, Upanishads, Indian logic, foundational principles of Ayurveda, Indian mathematics and astronomy, and the Indian perspective on the environment. This programme will not only connect students with their roots but also prepare them for a bright future in education, research, cultural management, and policy-making.
2. Postgraduate Programme (MS — Master's Programme in Bharatiya Gyan Parampara/IKS)
At the postgraduate level, this programme advances the student toward research and specialization. It involves in-depth study of various dimensions of Indian knowledge — such as dharma, philosophy, science and technology, Vastu, astrology, astronomy, architecture, dance, music, folk knowledge, and traditional technology. This programme is ideal for academic researchers, policy-makers, and all those who dream of presenting India's knowledge on the global stage.
Why Choose This Programme?
Today is an era of globalization, but in globalization, only that nation which can keep its identity, its roots, and its distinctiveness alive can remain great over the long term. The Indian Knowledge System programmes will give you a vision through which you will become not only a skilled professional, but also an aware, cultured, and patriotic citizen.
Highlights of These Programmes:
- Study of Indian knowledge traditions from a scientific perspective, integrated with modern technology
- Teaching by experienced and distinguished scholars
- Coordination of ancient texts alongside contemporary research
- Modern curriculum structure aligned with National Education Policy 2020
- Opportunities for study, research, and digital archiving
- Collaboration with leading national institutions, gurukuls, and educational and cultural centres
- Diverse employment opportunities — teaching, project assistance, yoga instruction, life coaching, cultural heritage and museum sector, content writing, traditional entrepreneurship, organic farming and herbal products, arts and crafts, Indian thought-based interior design, psychology-based therapy/counselling
IKS Department and Training Programmes
At NITTTR Bhopal, a continuous series of training programmes on the Indian Knowledge System is organized, with special emphasis on training faculty members employed in government colleges under the Higher Education Department.
These programmes are in the spirit of the New National Education Policy (NEP 2020), which emphasizes connecting the Indian Knowledge System with modern technical education. The programmes enrich teachers not only with technical competence, but also with Indian life values, ethics, and cultural awareness — enabling them to truly fulfill the role of an ideal Guru.
Come, Let Us Embark on This Sacred Journey of Knowledge!
The Department of Indian Knowledge System at NITTTR Bhopal is not merely an academic department — it is the beginning of a national movement.
Know Bharat — Become Bharatiya — Build Bharat