Centre of Excellence

Indian Knowledge
Systems

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kochi Campus invites you to explore the scientific, philosophical, and artistic heritage of ancient India through rigorous academic research and digital preservation.

5,000+
Archived Manuscripts
120+
Research Publications
15
Academic Programs
25
Years of Research

Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Science

The IKS Centre at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham is dedicated to the systematic study, preservation, and dissemination of traditional Indian sciences, arts, and philosophy.

Our mission is to uncover the relevance of ancient texts in contemporary contexts, conducting interdisciplinary research that connects traditional knowledge with modern scientific inquiry.

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Expert FacultyLed by distinguished scholars

Manuscript Conservation

State-of-the-art digitization and preservation of endangered palm-leaf manuscripts.

Interdisciplinary Research

Exploring intersections between Ayurveda, Yoga, Architecture, and modern sciences.

Academic Curriculum

Structured courses providing deep insights into Indian epistemology and ontology.

Academic Programs

Comprehensive curricula designed to foster deep understanding of traditional knowledge systems.

Literature & Grammar

Master of Arts in Sanskrit

An advanced exploration of classical Sanskrit literature, Paninian grammar, and literary criticism.

2 Years
Interdisciplinary Research

Ph.D. in Indian Knowledge Systems

Research-focused program investigating scientific and philosophical concepts in ancient texts.

3-5 Years
Foundational Studies

Diploma in Vedic Sciences

A rigorous introduction to the Vedas, Vedangas, and their contemporary relevance.

1 Year
Digital Archive

Preserving Rare Manuscripts

Access high-resolution digital scans of rare palm-leaf and paper manuscripts collected from across Kerala.

Browse Full Archive
Vedas16th Century

Rigveda Samhita

Palm Leaf

Ayurveda18th Century

Charaka Samhita

Paper Transcript

Astronomy17th Century

Suryasiddhanta

Palm Leaf