WHY CHOOSE US ?

If you are a monastic seeking to integrate your spiritual practice into an academic framework, a layperson eager to study the teachings of the Buddha from an academic perspective, or a scientifically inclined individual interested in interdisciplinary research, then MGSSBS is the right place for you. Here, you will have the opportunity to learn meditation methods with the  great Buddhist masters while engaging in rigorous scholarly inquiry.

In a world increasingly afflicted by stress, psychosomatic disorders, dissatisfaction, war, violence, and epidemics, there is an urgent need for real transformation. More than ever, the world needs healers and educators who can practice and teach authentic methods to achieve personal, social, and global peace. Our department is dedicated to this cause, inviting individuals from all backgrounds to learn, practice, and engage in meaningful Buddhist studies and social initiatives.

What Makes Us Unique?

• First University in Uttarakhand to establish a Buddhist Studies Department under UGC guidelines.
• Located amidst the serene Himalayas, surrounded by Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and living masters, offering an immersive learning experience.
• Action-based Dharma education, combining theory and practice to bring Buddhist wisdom alive.
• Diverse career pathways: Graduates can pursue roles as academicians, researchers, social activists, meditation teachers, or NGO leaders dedicated to Dharma-based initiatives.
• Our programs bridge the gap between personal growth and professional fulfillment, providing both intellectual enrichment and job satisfaction.

At MGSSBS, we don’t just teach Buddhism—we live it, practice it, and share it with the world.