Master of Arts (MA) (online)
₹1.36LAnnual · /yr
Reviewed 7 Sept 2026South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies · BengaluruThe South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies Fees 2026-27, Courses & Admission
The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is an institution in Bengaluru, Karnataka, established in 1982. The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is privately managed and…
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About South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies
The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is an institution in Bengaluru, Karnataka, established in 1982. The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is privately managed and self-financing. It is affiliated to University of Mysore. The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies offers 9 programmes at postgraduate level. These include Master of Arts (MA) (online), Master of Divinity (MDiv) (online), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Divinity (MDiv) and Master of Theology (MTh), among others. SAIACS offers postgraduate theological programmes and research. Its degrees are accredited by the Asia Theological Association; the official site states recognition by the University of Mysore as an official research centre for PhD since 1997 and for specialised MA in Theology since 2011. The site also describes SAIACS as a religious and educational trust. Current website pages identify residential and online PG Diploma, MA, MDiv, MTh, PhD and DMin offerings. The 4.5-acre campus includes a library reported as holding over 67,000 books, a chapel, dining Commons and the SAIACS CEO Centre; no exact laboratory count was published. Current website pages identify Dr Varughese John as Principal, but do not state his qualification on the cited pages. No institution-specific dated faculty total, attendance percentage, medium of instruction, industry MoU or clinical/training tie-up was published in the reviewed official pages. Information reflects official pages available for the 2026-27 research context. The institute states that it was founded in June 1982 and registered as a religious and educational trust in 1985. Its own accreditation page says University of Mysore recognition covers the PhD research centre (since 1997) and MA in Theology (since 2011), while the institute's theological degrees are accredited by the Asia Theological Association. Theology qualifications are not treated as ordinary UGC degrees; the MA in Theology page specifically identifies a University of Mysore-awarded degree for that programme. Target year 2026-27: current institutional pages were used where available; no separate 2026-27 regulator notification was identified.
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South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies runs admissions as a recognised minority institution. Seats not filled through Karnataka counselling are released through the institution's own admissions process, not the standard KUPECA/COMEDK management-quota route.
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Courses & costs
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies fees
Each amount is shown with the academic year and applicant category stated by its source.
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip)Tuition · South Asian students · All Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,50,500per year |
| Master of Arts (MA)Tuition · South Asian students · All · Average annual tuition fee for South Asian students; basic tuition excludes MA ministry formation travel and personal medical expenses. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,36,000per year |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv)Tuition · South Asian students · All · Average annual tuition fee for South Asian students; residential fees cover room and board and specified campus services. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,40,000per year |
| Master of Theology (MTh)Tuition · South Asian students · All · Average annual tuition fee for South Asian students; basic tuition excludes MTh (PTC) internship living and personal medical expenses. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,59,000per year |
| MA / MDiv / Integrated MTh / MThApplication fee · Residential admissions · Application fee for MA, MDiv, Integrated MTh and MTh; late submission fee is additional ₹500. Source | 2026-27 | ₹2,000one-time |
| DMin / PhDApplication fee · Residential admissions · Application fee for DMin and PhD; late submission fee is additional ₹500. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000one-time |
| Master of Arts (MA)Listed in the cited fee schedule. Current programme availability and admissions status have not been independently confirmed. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,36,000per year |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv)Listed in the cited fee schedule. Current programme availability and admissions status have not been independently confirmed. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,40,000per year |
| Master of Theology (MTh)Listed in the cited fee schedule. Current programme availability and admissions status have not been independently confirmed. Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,59,000per year |
| DMin / PhD Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000 |
| DMin Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000 |
| PGDip / MA / MDiv / DMinRegistration Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000 |
| MA / MDiv / Integrated MTh / MThRegistration · Residential admissions · All · Application fee for MA, MDiv, Integrated MTh and MTh; late submission fee is additional ₹500. Source | 2026-27 | ₹2,000one-time |
| DMin / PhDRegistration · Residential admissions · All · Application fee for DMin and PhD; late submission fee is additional ₹500. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000one-time |
| Master of Arts (MA) (online)ATA-accredited Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,36,000per year |
| Master of Divinity (MDiv) (online)ATA-accredited Source | 2026-27 | ₹1,40,000per year |
| Programme | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| PGDip / MA / MDivApplication fee · Online programmes · Online application fee for PGDip, MA and MDiv; application fees are non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹2,000one-time |
| DMinApplication fee · Online programmes · Online application fee for DMin; application fees are non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000one-time |
| PGDip / MA / MDiv / DMinRegistration · Online programmes · Registration fee payable upon acceptance for online programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000one-time |
| PGDip / MA / MDivRegistration · Online programmes · All · Online application fee for PGDip, MA and MDiv; application fees are non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹2,000one-time |
| DMinRegistration · Online programmes · All · Online application fee for DMin; application fees are non-refundable. Source | 2026-27 | ₹3,000one-time |
| PGDip / MA / MDiv / DMinRegistration · Online programmes · All · Registration fee payable upon acceptance for online programmes. Source | 2026-27 | ₹5,000one-time |
Campus
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Programmes · intake
Programmes & intake
Master of Divinity (MDiv) (online)
₹1.4LAnnual · /yr
Master of Arts (MA)
₹1.36LAnnual · /yr
Master of Divinity (MDiv)
₹1.4LAnnual · /yr
Master of Theology (MTh)
₹1.59LAnnual · /yr
MA / MDiv / Integrated MTh / MTh
DMin / PhD
PGDip / MA / MDiv
PGDip / MA / MDiv / DMin
Recognition & affiliations
Faculty & teaching
Admissions · collected information
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies admissions
Direct application to the college · MA · Online quota (interview)Direct application to the college · Other · Online quota (interview)
Direct application to the college · MA · Online quota (interview)
Seats are filled by The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies (SAIACS), selection is on interview for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceDirect application to the college · Other · Online quota (interview)
Seats are filled by The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies (SAIACS), selection is on interview for the 2026 cycle.
admission sourceApplicants register and submit the online application with documents and the applicable fee. Online MA and MDiv applicants must complete the required entrance examinations and faculty interview; English proficiency equivalent to IELTS/TOEFL 6.0 is required. Qualifying examinations may be required for applicants from non-ATA institutions or with grades below B+. Admission source
From the sources
Scholarships — sourced details
| Fee category | All Source |
|---|---|
| Period | per year Source |
| Fee year | 2026-27 Source |
| Component | Tuition annual Source |
| Fee set by | College Source |
| Amount (INR) | 150500 Source |
| Is estimate | No Source |
| Fee category | South Asian students Source |
| Fee authority | College Source |
| Year of study | All years Source |
| Student category | All Source |
| Programme | Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) Source |
From the sources
Research — sourced details
| Discipline | Other Source |
|---|---|
| Exam pattern | intensive modular system Source |
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Reach the college
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies contact details
| Address | 363, Dodda Gubbi Cross Road, Kothanur Post, Bangalore – 560 077, India |
|---|---|
| Phone | +91 88 6785 4532 |
| principal@saiacs.org | |
| Website | https://saiacs.org |
| Office bearer | Role |
|---|---|
| Dr Prabhu Singh | Principal Source |
| Witton James | Chief Administrative Officer Source |
| Tej Paul | Chief Finance Officer Source |
| Praveen Christopher | Associate Director, Advancement and Communications Source |
| Dr Varughese John | Head of institution Source |
From the sources
More details
| Official name | The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies Source |
|---|---|
| Institution type | Theological college Source |
| Established | 1982 Source |
| Name | University of Mysore Source |
| Institution type | State general university Source |
| Affiliation status | Affiliated Source |
| Affiliation year | 2011 Source |
| Opens month | January, June and October intakes Source |
| Closes month | November, March and August for January, June and October intakes respectively Source |
| Centralised portal | No Source |
| Programme code | MA Source |
| Name | Master of Arts (MA) (online) Source |
| Study level | PG Source |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree with minimum second class from a recognised university or theological institution; English proficiency equivalent to IELTS/TOEFL 6.0 Source |
| Intake year | 2026 Source |
| Stated cycle | 2026-27 Source |
| Duration in years | 4 Source |
| Approval status | Not found Source |
| Gender admitted | Co-educational Source |
| Other eligibility | BTh holders from an ATA-accredited institution with B+ may receive a two-module waiver; entrance examination and interview required Source |
| Intake source | College site Source |
| Programme code | Other Source |
| Name | Master of Divinity (MDiv) (online) Source |
| Eligibility | Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution; English proficiency equivalent to IELTS/TOEFL 6.0 Source |
FAQ
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies FAQs
What are the fees at South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies?
Published annual fees at South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies range from ₹3,000 for DMin / PhD under the published quota for 2026-27 to ₹1.59 lakh for Master of Theology (MTh) for 2026-27. Amounts are taken from the official fee sources listed on this page.
How can I get admission to South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies?
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies admits students on the basis of interview. Applications are submitted through the official portal at https://saiacs.org/apply-now/.
What courses does South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies offer?
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies offers 9 programmes, including Master of Arts (MA) (online), Master of Divinity (MDiv) (online), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Divinity (MDiv), Master of Theology (MTh), MA / MDiv / Integrated MTh / MTh and others.
Where is South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies located?
The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is located at 363, Dodda Gubbi Cross Road, Kothanur Post, Bangalore – 560 077, India.
Is South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies recognised and accredited?
South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies is affiliated to University of Mysore.
Sources
Verification & sources
This page cites 20 source links. Each source is linked beside the facts it supports.
- saiacs.org — Contact us - The South Asia Institute of Advanced Christian Studies
- saiacs.org — About SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Accreditations
- saiacs.org — Our Story
- uni-mysore.ac.in · pdf — University of Mysore MOU List
- saiacs.org — Master of Arts (MA) - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Master of Divinity (MDiv) - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Steps to Apply Online - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Program Finder - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Master of Arts (MA) in Theology - SAIACS
- ugc.gov.in — UGC List of Fake Universities
- saiacs.org — Fees & Scholarship - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Steps to Apply - Residential - SAIACS
- saiacs.org — Housing - SAIACS
- senateofseramporecollege.edu.in — Senate of Serampore College
- saiacs.org — Master of Arts (MA) in Theological Studies
- saiacs.org — Master of Divinity (MDiv)
- saiacs.org — Practical Ministry
- saiacs.org — Our Team
- saiacs.org — Department and Centres
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Amrit Ashu
Lead Admission Counsellor. RV College of Engineering 2017 graduate, guiding students for admissions in Bangalore since 2017. Every figure on this page is checked against the official disclosures and sources linked beside it; admissions-office conversations are not used as citations.