Level 1 – भाषाङ्कुरः

At this level, the concepts of Sanskrit grammar (संस्कृतव्याकरण) are taught with explanations in Marathi or English. Learners should refer to our textbook भाषाङ्कुरः.
This level is open to those who can understand either Marathi or English (recommended age: 13 years and above). Learners may communicate in Marathi, English, Hindi or Sanskrit.

The goal of this level is enabling learners to master the basic concepts of व्याकरण, split words by knowing Sandhi rules and recognise forms to some extent.

For more details about the book, visit https://sanskritseva.org/initiatives/bhashankura/

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Method of Learning

Learners must comprehend भाषाङ्कुरः in the prescribed steps:

1. Step 1 — ग्रहणम् : In every week, 3-4 Lessons must be read and understood (maximum one in one day). In this way, 64 Lessons must be completed in 18-20 weeks (4-5 months).
2. Step 2 — चिन्तनम् – The Lessons understood must be discussed with other learners.
3. Step 3 — स्वाध्यायः – The exercises of the Lessons discussed must be solved individually and further should be verified with other learners.
4. Step 4 — अनुवादः परीक्षणं च – During the weekly online session, the faculty of SSF will guide the learners regarding queries. They will ask questions thoroughly about the Lessons completed that week.

Learners are expected to diligently and regularly follow the Four Steps of Learning described above.

Testing your knowledge through a series of 33 exams

1. Weekly Tests (refer Step 4 above) — Based on the lessons learnt in every week, there will be around 20 tests during the span of the course.
2. Tests based on Illustrations — These exams will be based on group of lessons during the intervals marked by corresponding illustrations. There will be 11 tests of this type, two exams every month.
3. Midway mark — After completing 29 lessons (approximately 8 weeks), two online tests will be conducted for a total of 100 marks — 50 marks for MCQs and orals each. These tests are for self-assessment only, and they will not be considered for the final evaluation.
4. Final Exam — Upon completing all 64 lessons (approximately 20 weeks), learners will be given 4 weeks of preparation time for the final exam. At the end of the 6^th month, a final examination will be conducted for a total of 200 marks — 100 marks for MCQs and orals each.

Passing Criteria: Learners must score 70 marks or above in both oral and written exams. Successful candidates will receive a certificate and a cash prize.

भाषाङ्कुरविद्

Learners who score 90 marks or more in both oral and written exams will be eligible for the भाषाङ्कुरविद् award. Awardees will receive a copper plate engraved with the title भाषाङ्कुरविद्. Learners who have not completed 25 years of age as of 1^st January 2026 will also receive a special cash prize. Each learner will have a maximum of two attempts to qualify for this felicitation.

One batch will have a maximum of 30 learners

Note : A learner can directly qualify for Level 2 by passing the Level 1 exam when it is conducted.

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Pre-requisites for the course

• Uninterrupted internet access
• A suitable device for attending online discussions (laptop, tablet or smartphone)
• Valid identity proof with age verification (Aadhaar, Passport or any official citizenship document).

How to Register

• Google form will be sent on WhatsApp. It should be submitted on or before 10^th July 2025
• The registration of students will be confirmed by 11^th July 2025
• A meeting of registered students and the faculty will be conducted on 12^th July 2025 at 6 p.m. IST.

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Some part of one of the chapters of भाषाङ्कुर and the way of learning is introduced in the following video: