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Heritage & History

Online courses in the Vedas, Archaeology, Ancient Dynasties, the Mahabharata, Sanskrit, philosophy, Mathematics, Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS), and much more by the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI).

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  • Self-paced courses
  • Lifetime access
  • 41,000+Users
  • 430+Hours of lectures
  • World-classFaculty
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Vedas, Epics & Puranas

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Indian Knowledge Systems

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History & Archaeology

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Art, Architecture & Culture

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Science, Mathematics & Medicine

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Religions & Philosophy

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Governance & Leadership

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Sanskrit Literature & Linguistics

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The Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute, Pune

Established 1917

The Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute

The Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (BORI) is one of India's oldest and most respected research institutions dedicated to the preservation and study of India's civilisational knowledge. The Institute is globally recognised for producing the Critical Edition of the Mahabharata, a landmark project that took nearly five decades and has shaped Indological scholarship worldwide.

Through BharatVidya.in, BORI brings its scholarly expertise to learners across India and the world. Each course is designed by scholars and researchers with decades of expertise in their disciplines: structured, academically rigorous, and easy to understand.

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BharatVidya is a joint initiative of the Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute (Pune) and Matra Media.

Established
1917
Manuscripts
28,000+
Rare books
1,50,000+

Recognition

Recognised at the highest level

Commended on Mann Ki Baat, 2021

Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi commended BORI's Mahabharata course.

Launched 21 September 2022

BharatVidya was launched by the Hon. Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman.

Late Shri Rakesh Jhunjhunwala

In memoriam

Shri Rakesh Jhunjhunwala

Late Shri Rakesh Jhunjhunwala was more than a legendary investor. He had a deep and abiding interest in India's history and heritage, recognizing its immense value to the global community.

His generous patronage played a pivotal role in enabling the production of our online courses, and in making accessible civilisational education.

For colleges and universities

Aligned with NEP 2020

Our courses are fully aligned with the New National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. In partner institutions, our courses are eligible for IKS and Open Elective academic credits. We invite colleges and universities to partner with us to avail our expertise and resources.

  • IKS academic credits
  • Open Elective credits
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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Is there a fixed schedule for BharatVidya.in's courses?
The courses are self-paced, on-demand, and offer lifetime access. You can begin and complete the lectures anytime.
Are the courses beginner-friendly?
Yes. All courses are designed for learners of all levels — no prior background required to begin learning.
Do I get a certificate after completing a course?
Yes. Every learner receives a verified certificate issued jointly by BharatVidya & BORI upon successful completion.
Are the lectures live?
All lectures are prerecorded and hosted on our learning portal, allowing you to access and watch them anytime, repeatedly.
Can I access the courses on mobile?
Yes. All courses are mobile and tablet friendly for seamless access on any device via our learning platform.
Are the courses compliant with NEP 2020?
Yes. They are fully aligned with the National Education Policy and are eligible for IKS academic credits in all partnering institutions.

Contact

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We are here to assist you with course details, IKS collaboration queries, academic partnerships, and support.

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Our location

Bhandarkar Oriental Research Institute

NO. 812, Chiplunkar Road (ILS, Law College Rd), Shivajinagar, Pune – 411004

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Mon–Fri, 10 AM – 6 PM IST

Bharat-Vidya

Learn India's heritage & history

Self-paced courses by BORI scholars, from ₹300, with lifetime access and a BORI certificate.

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