Shiksha Acharya is a postgraduate teacher-education qualification recognised by NCTE as equivalent to an M.Ed., for candidates in the Sanskrit education stream who already hold a Shiksha Shastri or an equivalent qualification.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Duration | Varies by institution; check the offering university for the exact duration |
| Regulatory Body | National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) |
| Eligibility | Shiksha Shastri or an equivalent Sanskrit-stream teacher-training qualification |
| Entrance Route | Admission through the offering Sanskrit university or institution, usually on a merit basis |
What the course covers
- Advanced Sanskrit education theory and curriculum studies
- Research methods relevant to Sanskrit and value education
- Teacher-educator training for the Sanskrit stream
After the degree
Shiksha Acharya holders can move into senior teaching or teacher-educator roles within the Sanskrit education system, in the same way an M.Ed. supports progression beyond classroom teaching in the general stream.