🎯 Admissions Open – PGIPBS University of Kelaniya 2026/2027

The Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies (PGIPBS), University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka, has officially opened registrations for the Academic Year 2026/2027.

📅 Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
🎓 Course Start: September 2026
🏛️ Mode: Online & On-site (Weekends / Weekdays depending on program)

📚 Available Courses 🎓

🎓 01. Certificate Courses

✔️ Certificate Course in English for Buddhist Studies
✔️ Certificate Course in Pali for Postgraduate Buddhist Studies (1 Year)
✔️ Certificate Course in Chinese for Buddhist Studies (1 Year – English Medium)

🎓 02. Postgraduate Diploma Programs

✔️ Postgraduate Diploma in Pali (1 Year)
✔️ Postgraduate Diploma in Buddhist Studies (1 Year)

🎓 03. Master’s Degree Programs (MA)

🎓 MA in Pali (2 Years)

• Special Degree or equivalent required
• Research-based pathway available

🎓 MA in Buddhist Studies (2 Years)

• Buddhist Philosophy, Culture, Heritage & Civilization
• Research-focused academic structure

🎓 MA in Buddhist Counseling (1 Year)

• Psychology & counseling-based Buddhist approach
• Professional qualification required

🎓 04. Higher Degrees by Research

📌 MPhil / PhD in Buddhist Studies or Pali
📌 Doctoral research programs available year-round

📌 Eligibility Criteria 🧾

✔️ Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university
✔️ Some programs require prior knowledge in Pali/Buddhist Studies
✔️ Entrance exams / interviews may apply
✔️ Equivalent qualifications considered

💰 Course Fees Overview 💸

• Certificate & Diploma: Affordable institutional fees
• MA Programs: Approx. Rs. 30,000 – 100,000 per year (varies by program)
• Research Degrees: As per university regulations
• Library & registration fees may apply separately

💡 Note: Installment payment options available for selected programs.

🌍 Mode of Study 🧑‍🏫

✔️ English Medium Lectures (Online + On-site)
✔️ Sinhala Medium Lectures (Weekend / After-hours)
✔️ Flexible learning for local & international students

📍 Why Choose PGIPBS – University of Kelaniya? ⭐

✨ One of Sri Lanka’s leading Buddhist studies institutes
✨ Internationally recognized postgraduate programs
✨ Strong academic & research environment
✨ Expert lecturers in Pali, Buddhism & Philosophy
✨ Opportunities for global research collaboration

📬 How to Apply 🖊️

📅 Submit applications before 15th July 2026
📍 Apply via official PGIPBS application process
📎 Attach required academic certificates
📨 Foreign applicants may apply via email/post

📞 Contact Information ☎️

Postgraduate Institute of Pali and Buddhist Studies
University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka

📞 Tel: +94 11 2906906 / +94 11 2909321
🌐 Website: www.pgi.kln.ac.lk
✉️ Email: [email protected]

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

❓ When is the application deadline?

📌 The closing date is 15 July 2026

❓ Are online classes available?

✔️ Yes, selected programs offer online lectures

❓ Can international students apply?

✔️ Yes, applicants from abroad are encouraged

❓ Is work experience required?

📌 Only for selected MA and research programs

🧠 Conclusion

The PGIPBS University of Kelaniya 2026/2027 intake offers excellent opportunities for students interested in Pali, Buddhist Studies, Philosophy, and Research degrees. Early application is recommended due to limited intake capacity.

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