A) Master of Divinity (M.Div.) Program

The M.Div. program is designed to provide comprehensive theological education and pastoral training to equip candidates for Christian ministry and leadership.

General Requirements:

  • Candidates must be baptized believers who have publicly confessed their faith in Jesus Christ.
  • Applicants should show a clear calling to ministry, a commitment to Christian service, and a strong Christian testimony.
  • Spiritual maturity and academic qualifications are both required.

Category One: Applicants with a General Degree

  • Must have a B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., or an equivalent or higher university qualification.
  • Must take qualifying exams in Bible Knowledge (Basic), English (Advanced), and General Knowledge (Advanced).
  • Those scoring at least 65% (Grade B-) in each subject will be admitted to the first year of M.Div.
  • Those scoring below 65% may enroll in the Pre-Theology program and must score at least 65% to enter M.Div.

Category Two: Applicants with an Accredited B.Th.

  • Must hold a B.Th. accredited by ATA, Senate of Serampore, or another recognized body with at least 65% (Grade B-).
  • Must take exams in English, General Knowledge, Bible, Theology, and Christian Ministry.
  • Those scoring at least 65% in each subject will be admitted directly to the second year of M.Div.
  • Those scoring below 65% will be admitted to the first year.

Category Three: Applicants with an Unaccredited B.Th.

  • Must have completed an unaccredited B.Th. degree.
  • Must take exams in English, General Knowledge, Bible, Theology, and Christian Ministry.
  • Those scoring at least 65% in each subject will be admitted to the first year of M.Div.
  • Those scoring below 65% may enroll in the Pre-Theology program and must score at least 65% to enter M.Div.

Category Four: Mature Candidates (30 Years and Above)

  • Candidates without a bachelor’s degree may be considered based on a qualifying assessment equivalent to the bachelor's level.
  • Preference is given to candidates with prior ministry experience.
  • Must take exams in Bible, English, and General Knowledge (all Advanced).
  • Admission is limited to 10% of the incoming class.
  • Those scoring at least 65% in each subject will be admitted to the first year of M.Div.
  • Those scoring below 65% may enroll in Pre-Theology and must score at least 65% to proceed to M.Div.

B) Bachelor of Theology

The B.Th. program aims to provide adequate ministerial training to candidates in order to equip them for effective Christian service.

Requirement for Admission:

  • Candidates must have successfully completed pre-university course or its equivalent from a recognized university/ Board.
  • Candidates who are awaiting results may also apply. Such candidates must produce the proofs of successful completion before the end of the First Semester.
  • 10th standard pass candidates who have successfully completed a two-year diploma program from a recognized Theological Institution can also apply.
  • Senior Candidate-Students whose age is 25 or more than that can apply for B.Th course as senior candidates. Their admission will be finalized only after the student passes the entrance examination. S/he needs to produce a documentary proof of at least One-year ministry experience.

Duration: 

B.Th is a three-year program for those candidates with pre-university course pass certificate and two-year program for candidates who have achieved II Class in Diploma in Theology from an ATA accredited institution.

Graduation Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 108-120 credit hours.
  • Satisfactory field ministry involvement. 
  • Satisfactory formation of Spiritual life & Christian Character. 

C) Diploma in Theology (Dip.Th)

The Diploma in Theology Programme aims to provide adequate ministerial training to candidates in order to equip them for effective grassroots level Christian service.

Requirement for Admission: 

  • Candidates must have successfully passed in 10th Class or above or its equivalent.
  • Candidates who are awaiting results may also apply.  Such candidates must produce the proofs of successful completion before the end of the first year.
  • Dip.Th. is a two-year program for those candidates with 10th pass certificate.

 Graduation Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 72 credit hours
  • Satisfactory field ministry involvement
  • Satisfactory formation of character, spirituality & ministry

 D) Certificate In Theology & Ministry (C.Th)

  • Certificate in Theology and Ministry Program aims to provide Basic ministerial training to candidates in order to equip them for effective grassroots level Christian service.
  • Candidates must have successfully passed in 10th Class or above or its equivalent.
  • The duration of the program is one academic year. 

Graduation Requirements:

  • Successful completion of 36 credit hours
  • Satisfactory field ministry involvement
  • Satisfactory formation of character, spirituality & ministry