Application Guide

The first step in your application is to select the programme you wish to apply for. This is important as there are different applications forms for each programme (i.e. Undergraduate, Postgraduate, etc.). The degree programmes open for admissions are:

• Undergraduate – B.A., B.A. (Hons.), B.B.A., B.Sc., B.Com (Hons.) and B.Sc. (Hons.)
• Postgraduate – M.A. and M.Sc.
• Professional – MBA, M.Tech. and B.Ed.

For a complete list of programmes open for admissions for women and men candidates, click here.

The minimum entrance requirements vary for each programme. Applications of candidates who do not meet the required admissions criteria listed in the prospectus will not be processed by the Admissions Office and will be sent a letter of rejection. Download the SSSIHL Admissions Prospectus 2021 to check the eligibility for the programme you wish to apply for.

SSSIHL Admissions Prospectus 2021

Online Application Process

The online application is the easiest, most secure, and only option to apply for admissions to SSSIHL.To begin with, a non-refundable application charge of Rs.100/- (Rupees one hundred only) per programme/application needs to be paid using this SB Payment Collect link. Once you login,

• Choose under Select Payment Category field ‘Application charges’
• Choose under Programme Applied for field, your desired programme (Professional/PG/UG/Diploma in Music) you wish to apply for
• Complete the payment process and download a copy of the receipt (needs to be submitted along with the application)
• Make a note of the DU Ref. number

• Click here to start your admission process
• Use any valid Email Id to create a new account for yourself (Admissions Portal Help Document)
• A link for activating the account will be sent to your registered Email Id. Click on it to activate the account
• Login using your registered Email and Password, choose your desired programme, and follow the instructions given to submit your application

Note:

• It is mandatory that you have a valid email ID. If you do not have one yet, we suggest you create an online account with popular web-based email service providers such as Google, Yahoo, Hotmail, etc. They are all free of charge
• Application forms can only be edited and viewed as a PDF. Please ensure your system/phone is compatible
• All your information is transmitted through a secure server and is kept fully confidential. Your application information and accompanying credentials are reviewed by the admissions representatives of the Institute to which you are applying as well as by the members of the Institute
• Please note that falsifying or misinterpreting information on the application will result in the rejection of the application for admission
• For any assistance or queries related to admissions or filling up the application form, you may email us at [email protected] All emails will be responded to within two working days.
• You may also reach us by phone on +91 9441 911 391 or +91 8555 287239 between 9 AM – 4:30 PM Monday to Saturday, except national holidays.

Online applicants will be able to view their form in full in PDF format after they go through the online application portal and will be able to print the same.

Note: All Mark sheets must be self-attested by the applicant.

The complete list of supporting materials to be uploaded along with your application:

1) One passport-sized photograph
The resolution of the image should not be more than 150px or 1MB. JPEG/PNG formats are accepted.

2) Statement of marks

For Undergraduate Programmes applicants:

• Self-attested photocopies of the Statement of Marks for X Std. issued by your Higher Secondary School Board
• Self-attested photocopies of the Statement of Marks for XI Std. issued by your Higher Secondary School

Note: If you are successful and get admission, your final attested mark sheets for XII Std. will need to be submitted within a month after joining the institute.

For Postgraduate / Professional Programmes applicants:

• Self-attested photocopies of the Statement of Marks for X Std. issued by your Higher Secondary School Board
• Self-attested photocopies of the Statement of Marks for XII Std. issued by your Higher Secondary School Board
• Self-attested photocopies of the Statement of Marks (along with the final degree certificate) of all semesters/years issued by the authority (University/College/Institution) which conducted the Qualifying Examinations leading to your Final degree.

Note: If you have just finished your final exams or are about to take them, please send final mark sheets for all the years preceding the final year. If your institution follows a semester system, please send exam mark sheets for all semesters preceding the final semester.

3) Application fee receipt
Upload a copy of the application fee payment receipt. Please ensure the DU Ref. Number is visible.

4) Photo identification proof
Upload a copy of the proof of identification chosen by you at the time of creating your account

5) For SC/ST applicants
Upload a self-attested copy of the caste certificate

6) Co-curricular achievements (Optional)
If you have certificates that highlight your involvement in Co-curricular (non-academic) activities, please include these with your application for consideration.

Once all the required documents are uploaded and verified, click ‘Save’ to submit your application.

Once the Admissions Office receives your online application, it will be duly processed to make sure that you meet all the preliminary eligibility criteria and that all the supporting materials (including your application form) are accurate.

List of applicants who meet all the criteria and are eligible to take the admissions test will be published on our website and details of the Admissions Entrance Test Card (Hall Ticket) required for taking the admissions entrance test will be sent to them.

Applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will be notified.

The dates for the Online admissions test and interview will be notified on our website. Stay tuned!

The Admissions Tests Syllabus

You can download the admissions tests syllabi below, depending on which programme you have applied for.

Admissions Test Syllabus – UNDERGRADUATE Programmes 2021
Admissions Test Syllabus – POSTGRADUATE Programmes 2021
Admissions Test Syllabus – PROFESSIONAL Programmes 2021

Please note that it is compulsory to write a test in General English along with subject-related tests.

The admissions tests are largely objective multiple-choice questions. Negative marks are awarded for every incorrect answer. This is 25% of the total marks allocated for that particular question.

The final list will be notified on our website. Stay tuned!

Congratulations! If you make it to this stage, you have got a place to study at Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning.
Details of the commencement of the academic year 2021-22 will be notified later.

List of documentation to be submitted upon admission

All newly admitted candidates must submit the following to the Director of the Campus on the opening day of the University academic year:

Undergraduate Programmes

• Original Marks Certificate of X/XII Standard. If your XII Std. results are not yet published, you should submit the original marks certificate of X Standard).
• Transfer Certificate
• Conduct Certificate

Postgraduate or Professional Programmes

• Original Marks Certificate of your college / University degree. If your final year results are not yet published, you should submit the original marks certificate of you previous degree / XII Standard
• Transfer Certificate
• Conduct Certificate

How do I reach Prasanthi Nilayam?

Prasanthi Nilayam is the name of the ashram established by Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba. It is also the name of the main campus of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning. It is located in Puttaparthi, in the district of Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh.

By train:
Prasanthi Nilayam has a railway station by the name Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam (station code: SSPN). The campus and ashram are located at about 10 k.m. from the railway station. Several trains come directly to Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam. Auto rickshaws will charge around Rs.80 for a one-way fare to the main entrance of the ashram.

Alternatively, you can reach Puttaparthi by taking a train to the Dharmavaram Junction (station code: DMM). Dharmavaram is about 40km from Puttaparthi and is on the Guntakal-Bangalore section of the South-Central Railway.

Those alighting at Dharmavaram Railway Station may board direct buses from the railway station to Prasanthi Nilayam. If direct buses are not available from the station, you can take an auto rickshaw to the Dharmavaram Bus Stand, from where buses to Puttaparthi are available for a nominal charge. Private Taxis and vans may also be available in the vicinity of the Dharmavaram Bus Stand.

A computerized Railway Reservation facility is available at the Prasanthi Nilayam Bus Stand for those who wish to book return tickets.

By bus:
Puttaparthi may be reached directly by bus from Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and major towns of Andhra Pradesh. Buses alight at the Puttaparthi bus stand which is conveniently located directly opposite to the entrance gate of the ashram.

By car:
Puttaparthi is located off National Highway (NH) 7, which connects Bangalore to Hyderabad. Look out for signs to Puttaparthi or visit Google Maps for point-to-point directions.

By flight:
The nearest airport to Puttaparthi is Bangalore International airport. Once you exit the terminal building, you can negotiate a taxi to take you to Puttaparthi. On average, expect to pay Rs.1800 for a one-way taxi fare. It takes less than three hours to reach Puttaparthi from Bangalore airport.

You are wished the very best.
Sai Ram.