IKS i.e. Indian Knowledge System is the knowledge system which is existing in India since thousands of years. It has a very huge base of knowledge, and it includes traditional, indigenous knowledge which is in practice till today. The whole range of knowledge systems under IKS is multifarious, from the Vedas, and Upanishads to scriptural, philosophical, scientific, technological and artistic sources. The disciplines and domains of knowledge include logic, philosophy, language, technology and crafts, polity, economics and governance, ethics and sociological orders, architecture and engineering, pure sciences, earth sciences, biosciences, poetics and aesthetics, law and justice, grammar, mathematics and astronomy, metrics, agriculture, mining, metallurgy, trade and commerce, Ayurveda and Yog, medicine and life sciences, geography, military science, weaponry, shipbuilding, navigation and maritime traditions, biology, and veterinary science, music, dance, drama, carvings, paintings, spirituality, divinity, civilization study, culture & heritage, etc. This major knowledge tradition called as 14 Vidyas - theoretical domains - and 64 Kalas - crafts, skill sets, and arts-that are useful in day-to-day living.

The Central Government and Ministry of Education are insisting and putting emphasis on education and skills based on ancient Indian Knowledge System which are indigenous, traditional, still relevant in many sectors, and trustworthy. Unfortunately, since British era & after independence till 2014, IKS was neglected and underestimated. Besides we see that the so-called modern western concepts and ideas are failing repeatedly all over the world. Great transformation and radical change are happening around us at local and global level and the basis of this change will be Indian Knowledge System (IKS). IKS will be the brand of India. National Education Policy NEP 2020 has written a roadmap for this change. It will be not only limited to the education sector, but the change will transform each and every sector of life around us. The great IKS wave has just begun, and it will grow for a minimum of next 4 to 5 decades. It will expand not only in India but all over the world. It is expected that 5 million new jobs will be generated in Indian Knowledge System i.e. IKS in the next few decades. Every wise person or student of any age should understand this change which is happening silently, and he should get ready to lead this IKS wave by acquiring the expertise in Indian Knowledge System i.e. IKS. The Diploma Courses of Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System will open the doors of a bright and long-term future for everyone who can sense and experience the transformation happening in the country. Students who will join at an early stage will be highly benefited. Apart from individual benefits, they will share immense contributions to the country and the world.

Central Government through Ministry of Education is now transforming entire education system in India. Government has introduced National Education Policy - NEP 2020. It has clearly described the roadmap for transformation of education sector in next 10 to 15 years. Government is now insisting on study, research and implementation of ancient Indian knowledge system for future education development in our country. Recently Education Minister has made an open statement that Indian knowledge System has solutions for the challenges faced by the world today. Government is trying to reinvent and apply the ancient traditional knowledge.

But where are the experts in Indian Knowledge System? Where are the faculty in IKS? Where are the teachers in IKS? Where is the syllabus and curriculum developed for IKS? As you see, IKS is at very initial stage in the country. it will require huge IKS educated manpower to implement NEP 2020 in a fruitful way. There are 1113 universities 43796 colleges and 11296 standalone institutions as of 2021. They all will require people with IKS qualification. At present, no one is offering any exclusive course in IKS (Except Bhishma School of IKS). If we assume that each above institution requires minimum 10 persons with qualification in IKS (1113+43796+11296 = 56205x10 = 5,62,050). It will be a half million requirement. Apart from this, there are 11,96,265 primary schools, 1,50,452 secondary schools and 1,42,398 higher secondary schools. Let us assume that they require only two persons with IKS qualification, there will be 3 million requirements of IKS qualified people. (11,96,265+1,50,452+1,42,398=14,89,115 say 15 lakhs x 2=30 lakhs.)

Beside there are many other sectors where there will be a huge requirement of people with qualification in Indian Knowledge System (IKS). Corporate, industry, business houses, media & entertainment houses, Socio-Cultural organizations, temples, religious and spiritual organizations will also need people with IKS qualifications.

For the first time in India, university recognized courses in Indian knowledge systems ( IKS ) are offered by Bhishma school of Indian knowledge system. Ministry of education is promoting and emphasizing on Indian knowledge system education in the country. National Education Policy - NEP 2020 has a described about the importance of IKS in its declaration. Every college, university and school now require faculty, teachers, experts in IKS. Bhishma courses in IKS are recognized by the Central Sanskrit University CSU which is the university established by a special act in parliament by central government. NAAC has now recommended every college and university to conduct IKS related activities. Therefore there will be huge requirement of people with qualification in IKS.

NEP 2020 is the National Education Policy by Central Government. Ministry of Education is implementing it throughout the country in step by step manner from 2021. It will drastically change the scenario of education sector in the country. It has emphasize on the study and application of ancient Indian Knowledge System in the future education system of the country.

Few recommendations are as below…

NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY (NEP) & IKS

1. A rootedness and pride in India, and its rich, diverse, ancient and modern culture and knowledge systems and traditions.

2. The importance, relevance and beauty of the classical languages (4.17)

3. IKS elements will be incorporated in an accurate and scientific manner throughout the school curriculum (4.27)

4. Children will have opportunity to read and learn from the original stories of the Panchatantra, Jataka, Hitopadesh (4.28)

5. The notion of a ‘Knowledge of many arts’ must be brought back to Indian Education, (11.1)

6. Value-based education will include the development of humanistic, ethical, Constitutional, and universal human values of truth (satya), righteous conduct (dharma), peace (shanti), love (prem), nonviolence (ahimsa), scientific temper, citizenship values, and also life-skills (11.8)

7. Promotion of Indian Languages, Art and Culture. (22)

(Click here to download NEP 2020 document)

NAAC is the National Accreditation Agency for Colleges. The NAAC committee visits colleges and university every year and award accreditation and grade to them. Depending upon the NAAC accreditation, the progress of the college is assessed by Ministry of Education and Central Government agencies. NAAC accreditation is very important for each college. In recent recommendation draft, NAAC has emphasized on the IKS activities in each college and university.

(Click here download Draft NAAC Recommendations)

Bhishma organization was established in 1976 by late Shripad Dattatreya Kulkarni under the Ashirwad and guidance of late Param Acharya Chandrashekharendra Saraswati Mahaswami of Kanchi Pitham. Initially Bhishma organization published 18 volumes of Indian History and Culture till 1999 in English and Marathi languages. More details mentioned in about section.

Prof. Kshitij Patukale is the founder of Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System. He is an eminent scholar and renowned expert in Indian Knowledge System and well-known author. You may visit www.kshitijpatukale.com to know more about him.

Bhishma School of Indian Knowledge System is the Pioneer institute in field of Indian Knowledge System - IKS. Bhishma has developed many academic and professional courses and programs in the IKS sector. More than 9000 students have completed these courses. They have found these courses and programs very useful and value addition in their career and personal life.

Yes, Bhishma School of IKS is the Recognized Institute of Central Sanskrit University (CSU). It's diploma and master courses have been approved by Central Sanskrit University. CSU has now allowed to start admissions for Diploma courses from the academic session commenting from July 2024-25. Admissions for 6 diploma courses in Indian Knowledge System will commence from June 2024.

Yes. Bhishma School of IKS is accredited by IACDSC, USA (INTERNATIONAL ACCREDITION COUNCIL FOR DHARMA SCHOOL AND COLLEGES) IACDSC is the international accreditation organization for the degree-granting institutions based on Dharmic traditions and cultures. It is based in the Florida state of USA. The degrees granted by BSIKS are accredited by IACDSC and are valid and authentic all over the world.

Many Eminent Scholars and personalities from India and abroad are associated with BSIKS as mentors and advisors including PP Swami Govinddev Giri, Padmabhushan Dr. Vijay Bhatkar, Dr. Kapil Kapoor, Dr. Vasant Shinde, Dr. Madhuri Sheron, Dr. Shashibala, Dr. Bharat Balavalli, Ustad Usman Khan, Dr. Ravindra Kulkarni, Dr. Shashi Tiwari, Dr. Yashwant Pathak, Acharya Umapati, Dr. Milind Sathye, etc. You can visit about page for more details.

Eminent scholars and faculty are the members of the Management Council, Academic Council and Board of Studies of Bhishma School. Please visit about page for more details.

CSU i.e. Central Sanskrit University is a university established through a special act in the parliament by Central Government. It is government university recognized by UGC, AICTE and Ministry of Education. Central Sanskrit University is accredited by NAAC with A++ grade. For more details of the Central Sanskrit University, please visit www.csu.nic.in

i) Faculty – As a professor, teacher, mentor, guide, and coach in Schools, Colleges, Universities, Institutions, Professional Organizations, IT & Software sectors, Digital Content creation, etc.

ii) Professional – IKS expert, IKS Consultant, IKS Coach, IKS Mentor, IKS Guide, IKS Counsellor, IKS Director in corporate companies, Professional & Social Organizations, NGOs, Media Houses, Trade Associations, Travel & Tourism, Hospitality Sector, IT & Software sector, Digital Content Creation, etc.

iii) Research – Research Scholar in National & International Research Organizations, etc.

iv) Social & Cultural – Event Management, Social, Cultural & Service Organizations, Hospitals & Health Care etc.

Every person who is 12th pass and aged between 18 to 80 years should join these diploma courses. Everyone will find applications and usefulness of these diploma courses. It will be a value edition in their present career and occupation as well as in their personal life. It will enrich them with the proper knowledge of ancient Indian Civilization, Culture, Traditions, Heritage and Lifestyle. It will strengthen the confidence of learners. It will enlighten the soul and atman to achieve goals of life and live a meaningful and happy – healthy life.

Specifically inform, who should join each diploma courses of Bhishma School of IKS.

A) Diploma in Indian Knowledge System i.e. DEd in IKS education

i) Faculty - All faculty in the higher education system including Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Readers, Visiting Faculty, Guest Faculty should join this diploma. Persons already working in Universities, Colleges, Institutions, schools will find this diploma as a added qualification in IKS which will help them in a developing their career with IKS qualification. As this diploma is a recognized by Central Sanskrit University, it will help them to excel in their career.

ii) Teacher in Government and Private Schools: Government is introducing NEP-2020 in primary and secondary education along with undergraduate and higher education. Teachers with the additional qualification in IKS will excel in their career.

iii) Teachers in English Medium Schools: Diploma in IKS will enhance the scope of opportunities for the teachers in English Medium Schools.

iv) Government Employees: Government employee in any sector will benefit from diploma in IKS as government is trying to re-shape the work style and narrative of government systems. It will benefit government sector employees to have additional qualification in IKS.

v) IT and Software Sector: Diploma in IKS will be an additional qualification for the people in IT and software sector for better job opportunities in India and abroad.

vi) Corporate and Industry: IKS is helping corporate and industry to perform better and improve their efficiency and productivity. It will enhance the career of the people who are working in the corporate business and industry sector.

vii) Media Communication and Entertainment Sector: There is a global trend now that people wish to know and understand about the Indian Culture and Traditions. More and more people are getting attracted to Indian knowledge systems. Hare Ram Hare Krishna movement, art of living, Maharshi Yogi, Ramakrishna mission movement etc. are the examples of this. The IKS diploma qualification will help the people in media and entertainment to excel there career at National and Global Level.

viii) Students pursuing their graduation and higher education studies. - It will be a great opportunity for the students pursuing education to have a parallel qualification. UGC has allowed parallel degree i.e.s DUAL degree. So students can join the diploma in IKS with their on going education. They will have added advantage as they will be ready with IKS qualification when they will complete their formal education.

B) Diploma in Hindi Dharma Education

This diploma should be joined by the categories mentioned in the diploma in IKS. Faculty, teachers, corporate media and students should join this diploma. Besides people working in the following organization should join this diploma course. i) Religious Organizations ii) Political Parties iii) Temple organizations iv) Tourist organisation and companies v) Cultural Organizations vi) Pandit and Purohits vii) Housewives viii) Social Workers

C) Diploma In Sanskar Education

This will be a great opportunity for housewives and women as well as men. They can work as Sanskar shikshak and Sanskar coach. Faculty, Teachers, Counceller, coach, etc. should join this diploma course. It has a very huge employment potential. Few decades ago, no one was thinking about career as Yoga Shikshak and Yoga Instructor. But now there are million of jobs in Yoga Sector. Similarly there will be million of jobs in Sanskara Sector. At present there is no system of Sanskara available in the society which is the main cause of social disturbance and violence. With diploma in Sanaskara, one can start own classes of Sanskara. He can join a school or organization as Sanskar Shikshak. He can work as independent Sanskara Coach and Sanskar Counseller etc. One can start classes at rural area, semi urban and urban area and metros. People are really worried about the future of children. The society needs a system of availing Sanskara. The Sanskara education has a very huge and potential for growth and you will find few lakhs of Sanskara Shikshak in next 3 to 4 decades.

D) Diploma in Human Values and Professional Ethics

University grants commission has introduced circular regarding inclusion of Human Values and Professional Ethics subjects in higher education. This diploma will be beneficial for the faculty and teachers as below. Click here to download UGC circular

(i) Faculty - All faculty in the higher education system including Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Readers, Visiting Faculty, Guest Faculty should join this diploma. Persons already working in Universities, Colleges, Institutions, schools will find this diploma as a added qualification which will help them in a developing their career with Human Value and Professional Ethics qualification. As this diploma is a recognized by Central Sanskrit University, it will help them to excel in their career.

(ii) Students - Students pursuing their graduation and higher education studies. - It will be a great opportunity for the students pursuing education to have a parallel qualification. UGC has allowed parallel degree i.e.s DUAL degree. So students can join the diploma in IKS with their on going education. They will have added advantage as they will be ready with IKS qualification when they will complete their formal education.

(iii) Corporate and Industry - Professional Ethics is the backbone of trade and business. It is very important for industry and corporate sector to follow Professional Ethics. Every industry will require persons with qualification in Professional Ethics. E.g. in Big hospitals there is Ethical director who looks after Ethical process. Similarly experts in Professional Ethics will be required

(iv) Professionals like Chartered Accountant, lawyers, Management consultants, Doctors, Engineers, etc. The qualification in professional ethics will be very much useful for the professional mentioned above to excel their career.

(E) Diploma in Chanakya Leadership and Political Skills.

(i) Youth: Every youth about 18 years of age should join this course. It will help to develop career and life. This skills will strengthen the personality and abilities. India is the youngest country of the world. The young Indians will rule the world. This diploma will help Indian youth to develop their skill sets and abilities to excel their career.

(ii) Faculty and Teachers: This diploma will help faculty and teachers in University, Colleges, Schools and institutions to develop themselves for youth development activities.

(iii) Leadership Coach and Counsellor - People will be able to work as personality and leadership coach. They can start classes and work as personal coach also.

(iv) Politics and Social Work: This diploma will enhance the abilities of the people who are connected with the political and social work field.

(V) Corporate and Industry: Leadership skills are required everywhere. The people from Corporate and Industry will benefit from this diploma to develop their Leadership skills.

(F) Diploma in Sanskrit

(i) Every Indian should join this diploma. Sanskrit is the mother of all languages, and it has origin in India. Sanskrit is the language of India. It is not only Pride, but it connects student with the culture, heritage and huge knowledge base of the Indian civilization.

(ii) Faculty and Teachers - Diploma in Sanskrit will be the added qualification for faculty and teachers.

(iii) IT Software and AI Sector: Sanskrit is the friendliest language for artificial intelligence and programming. This diploma in Sanskrit will be added advantage to excel their career in India and abroad.

(iv) Students: Diploma in Sanskrit will be an added qualification for the students who are pursuing their education.

These courses will be useful for all age groups and all sectors of the society. Let us understand that as per the New National Educational Policy, there will be revolution and radical change in the education system in India. Now every UG & PG student must acquire minimum of 5 % credits from IKS out of the total credits required for achieving total credits for a degree. Apart from this, central government is trying to apply all indigenous, ancient and traditional Indian models based on Indian Knowledge System in every field and every sector of the society, social life, governance, trade, commerce, agriculture, education, health sector, etc. At the other end, we experience that the so called modern western models are getting defeated and failed around us. E.g. Allopathy does not have solutions for many ultra-modern diseases and Ayurveda has a deep sense preventive health. Another example is multinational companies mislead Indian population about the quality of food and drugs. Pantanjali and Ramdev Baba have created examples which are beneficial not only for Indians but for the whole world. Let us understand that the whole country as a whole is getting ready for revival and transformation as ancient traditional glorious India. People with any age group working in any field can join diploma courses and convert the knowledge into an opportunity in the next few decades. They will be the change leaders and lead the change happening around us. So you may be working in any government organization, teacher, professor, doctor, lawyer, CA, engineer, architect or graduate degree holder in any field you can think about Masters Programs as a supportive or alternative career. It will enlighten you at the individual level and also will help you to create a change in society in a professional way.

Attendance is required. We encourage all students to attend the sessions as students get enlightened and thrilled after learning the contents by attending the same.

Recordings of lectures will be available for students. These recordings access will be available till the result of the semester is declared. Additionally, There will be a community contact session online on the zoom once in a month for 4 times in a Semester

There will be 20 marks assignment for each subject. Students will be provided 10 questions for the assignment, and they require to write descriptive answers for 4 questions in around 2000 words. Answers should be handwritten and after writing the answers, students need to make PDF documents and upload on given link. Students are required to upload assignments on the given link. Hard copies will not be accepted.

There will be an assessment of 100 marks for each paper. Division of marks will be as follows: - 60 marks for the Written exam, 20 marks for Assignment and 20 marks for Oral. There will one project in second semester.

There will be one project in the second semester. Based on the subjects covered in the program, students will be given elective topics for the project. The project can be based on the below point with reference to the different concepts taught in the program –

• Validation of concept

• Application of concept

• Creating physical dummy models

• Finding references and proofs for the concept, etc.

Students have to write the thesis and present it

Study Material will be mainly in Hindi. There will be English content also.

Teaching will be in the Hindi language little mixed with English.

Eminent faculties and scholars are associated with BSIKS from various locations in India and outside India in large numbers. They are learned, studious and motivated. Please visit about page to know faculty details.

For calling: 7875743405; WhatsApp: 7875191270

One Year – July 2024 to June 2025 – 2 Semesters

Written exam will be conducted in the last month of semester. Examination timetable will be declared in due course of time.

Students can appear for re-examination in the upcoming semester. Fees will be Rs. 1000/- per subject.

Please note that there will be no refund of any fees after taking the admission in any circumstances. All complaints will have Pune City jurisdiction limit only. Students are advised to study and understand all the instructions, terms and conditions and related information before enrolling for admission and payment of fees.

Students can contact BSIKS via WhatsApp, email, mobile or by physical visit to office. The language should be Hindi and English.

Yes. Bhishma is having academic and other associations with many organizations in India and outside India. Few of them are as follows

i) Sakshi Trust, Bengaluru - A Recognized Research Center by Karanataka Sanskrit University

ii) Hindu Council of Australia

iii) Vijnyan Bharati – Vijnyan Gurjari

iv) VBUSS – Vidya Bharati Uchha Shikshan Sansthan

v) IHAR - USA & India

vi) Maharshi Ved Vyas Pratishthan

Let us understand and accept that due to the respected Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji and his governance, India has achieved global pride and salutation. India has a great image and center of attraction among the world population. People across the world are very much eager to know about India, its culture, a voyage of civilization, traditions, heritage, etc. Universities in many countries in the world are opening centers for India Study or Centre for Vedic / Hindu Civilization study, etc. There is a global demand for Yog, Ayurved, etc. Now we see that Indian classical music, dance, food, cultural activities are getting popular all over the world. Technology, especially social media is helping for its spread. Indians are getting many higher posts in USA government and USA corporate world as well as many international organizations. Another important benefit is that India is the youngest country in the world. So young Indians will lead and rule the future world. Indians empowered with the foundation of Indian Knowledge System and Hindu Studies are having huge career opportunities all over the globe. Besides, you will see that United Nations and other world organizations are talking about the concept of sustainable development and arguing the world to follow it. This concept of sustainable development is the very basis of Indian Knowledge system and based on Vedic philosophy. Masters Program will help students to become India Scholar, IKS Expert, Hindu Scholar, Hindu Cultural Counceller, Vedic Scholar, Vedic Coach, Kautilya Experts, etc. They all will have global opportunities for next few decades.