International School for Jain Studies
A ten-day evening program exploring Jain philosophy, ethics, and way of life, and its bearing on questions the world is still asking. Open to undergraduates, graduate and Ph.D. scholars, faculty across the humanities and sciences, teachers, and anyone drawn to the study of Jainism.
Held each winter by the International School for Jain Studies, the program is built for anyone formally engaged with the study of religion, philosophy, South Asian studies, or anthropology — and for the wider circle of related disciplines: history, art, music, public health, bio-ethics, education, management, teachers, and practicing Jains are equally welcome.
Across ten evenings, subject experts and scholars lead the sessions, and participants join live conversation with Jain practitioners — pairing academic grounding with direct exposure to how the tradition is actually lived. Every session runs from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM (IST), in English, entirely online.
Certificate after successful completion of program, and course material is provided electronically.
Open eligibility. Undergraduate and graduate students, Ph.D. candidates, professors, faculty, high school teachers, professionals, and interested Jains may all register.
Expert-led lectures. Sessions are taught by subject specialists and scholars working in Jain philosophy and related fields.
Direct practitioner contact. Structured online interaction with Jain practitioners, alongside the academic curriculum.
Scholarly discussion. Dedicated time to question and discuss ideas directly with the visiting experts.
Certificate of completion. Issued to participant who completes the full program.
Digital course material. Selected papers and notes, delivered as a three-volume electronic set.
Review full eligibility, the application form, and the official brochure directly on the International School for Jain Studies website.
Go to isjs.in — Online Winter Program