Central Institute of Buddhist Studies

The Central Institute of Buddhist Studies (CIBS), established in 1959, is a premier institution located in Choglamsar, Leh, Ladakh, in the Union Territory of Ladakh, India. Originally founded as the School of Buddhist Philosophy, it was granted Deemed University status by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in 2016, recognizing its significant contribution to Buddhist studies and education. The institute functions under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, making it a Central institution dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and dissemination of Buddhist philosophy, culture, and literature. Central Institute of Buddhist Studies is recognized and accredited by the UGC and operates with the primary objective of fostering research and higher education in Buddhist studies, Tibetan language, and Himalayan culture. The institute offers a comprehensive range of programmes including Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD programmes across various disciplines related to Buddhist studies, Tibetan language, Himalayan culture, and traditional Buddhist sciences. The admission process at Central Institute of Buddhist Studies is primarily merit-based, with certain courses requiring entrance examinations conducted by the institute itself. The institute accepts students from across India and abroad, particularly from Himalayan regions and Buddhist communities.