Sankara Ancient Knowledge and Sanskrit Academy (SAKSA) is IET’s Centre of Excellence for Sanskrit and Bhagavad Gītā Studies.
Vision:
Mission:
All Sanskrit Language courses include formal enrolment, evaluations, and a certificate issued upon successful completion | Each level is carefully designed to deepen your grasp of the language while aligning with your pace and purpose.
Start with the Sanskrit script, basic grammar, and everyday sentence construction. No prior knowledge needed.
Deepen your grammar, expand your vocabulary, and begin reading short classical texts in their original form.
Dive deep into the philosophical heart of India through guided study of the Gītā.
These programmes apply the principles of the Bhagavad Gītā and ancient knowledge systems to today’s workplace and personal challenges.
Explore timeless teachings from the Bhagavad Gītā, Upanishads, Śāstras, and Vedānta, for profound insights into human behavior, leadership, and duty, relevant to modern Management and HR practices.
Guidance from the Bhagavad Gītā for nurturing harmony, trust and balance in married life, helping couples cultivate patience, mutual respect and a deeper sense of shared purpose.
Teachings drawn from the Bhagavad Gītā to help adolescent kids face peer pressure, academic confusion and self-doubt while fostering resilience, clarity and moral grounding in their formative years.
Learn to chant Sanskrit Ślokas with clarity, understand their meanings, and experience the meditative joy of sound and structure in harmony.
Learn Soundarya Lahari through a structured study of its verses and meanings, exploring the dynamic power of Parashakti and its relevance to inner journeys and outer responsibilities.
Develop fluency in spoken Sanskrit through structured, interactive learning designed for learners with a basic foundation. Build confidence in conversation with personalized guidance and steady progress toward proficiency.
Learn the Krishna Yajurveda step by step through regular practice and clear guidance – with focus on correct chanting and steady learning.




Joining the Bhagavad Gītā course for Leadership has been an epochal moment for me. After 15 years in global supply chain and aerospace leadership, I thought I had a good grasp of what it takes to lead but Sridhar Sir's The Gītā Way to Leadership & Management quietly challenged that assumption.
What struck me most was how Dr. V. Sridhar draws from the Bhagavad Gītā, Puranas and Itihaasas not as ancient texts, but as living frameworks for navigating complexity, ambiguity, and human relationships. The concept of Fictional and Non-fictional leadership still echoes in my thoughts on how a leader should guide his team.
The sessions prompted genuine self-examination. Concepts like detached attachment, purpose driven mindset, time management, duty over outcome, and leading from inner clarity reframed how I think about decisions, teams, and purpose. Being contented but ambitious is something which I will always remember.
Also the course doesn't have a religious flavour to it but is more on understanding and applying Lord Krishna's teaching in the modern world.
I strongly recommend this course for all professionals across industries and is truly an investment worth making.
During my student days, I came across a few philosophical quotes from the Bhagavad Gītā. They stayed with me, but I never seriously considered studying it, assuming it had little relevance to academics or livelihood.
A few years later, as real life began to unfold with its complexities, I felt drawn to the Gītā. I started listening to audio discourses and watching related content. However, most of what I encountered focused largely on religious or philosophical interpretations. The practical application—especially in areas like leadership, decision-making, and handling real-life challenges—was rarely discussed.
Over the past four months of attending the Gītā classes, my perspective has significantly evolved. I am now beginning to understand its deeper relevance in everyday life—particularly in managing aspirations, dealing with attachment, strengthening belief systems, navigating difficult situations, and gaining control over the mind.
This journey has been truly insightful, and I am grateful for the new dimension it has added to my thinking.
A distinguished scholar devoted to Indian Knowledge Systems, bringing rigour and depth to every classroom.
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Online and offline classes are available, with offline classes conducted at our R.A. Puram centre. Please refer to the “Contact Us” section for venue details.
A rigorous, in-depth course that explores the Bhagavad Gītā. The programme focuses on grammar, interpretation, and philosophical context – offering both linguistic beauty and intellectual depth.
While it is ideal for students with prior Sanskrit knowledge, newcomers are equally welcome. For those unfamiliar with the language, the faculty will recite the ślokas and provide clear translation and explanation, ensuring every learner can engage meaningfully with the texts.
2 sessions per week
Long term (multi-year)
Online classes only
₹15,000 per annum
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
1 session per week
4 months
Physical & Online
₹5,000 per course
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
Schedule of sessions to be communicated to the registered participants
1 session per week
4 months
Physical & Online
₹5,000 per course
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
Schedule of sessions to be communicated to the registered participants
1 session per week
2 months
Physical & Online
₹3,000 per course
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
Schedule of sessions to be communicated to the registered participants
1 session per week
2 months
Physical & Online
₹3,000 per course
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
Schedule of sessions to be communicated to the registered participants
This programme helps learners recite, understand, and experience Sanskrit ślokas providing meditative bliss. No examinations or certificates – just pure learning for inner joy.
2 sessions per week
Long term (multi-year)
Physical & Online
₹6,000 half yearly
Included
Smt. Suba
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
A focused programme on Soundarya Lahari, examining its verses and meanings to understand the dynamic power of Parashakti and its role in inner and outer life combining devotion, philosophy, and structured learning.
1 year
₹10,000 per annum
Included
Dr. Sridhar Venkataramani
All 100 verses with meaning
Application should be filled online
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
This course is designed for learners with a basic understanding of Sanskrit who wish to develop fluency in spoken Sanskrit. Through a structured and interactive approach, participants can significantly improve their conversational skills within six months and continue their learning for one to two years to become proficient speakers. We provide individual attention to every student, ensuring personalized guidance and steady progress.
2 sessions per week
6 months - 2 years
Online classes only
₹15,000 per annum
Included
Sri S. Swaminatha Ganapaati /
Smt. Suba
Only for students who have basic understanding of Sanskrit
Application should be filled online
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
A focused programme on the complete study of the Krishna Yajurveda, designed to support consistent learning through clear instruction and regular chanting practice.
3 sessions per week
Long term (multi-year)
Online classes only
₹15,000 per annum
Included
Sri S. Swaminatha Ganapaati
To be submitted in person at the office
Indian Education Trust, No. 1 Kamarajar Salai, RA Puram, Chennai.
Note: Each course consists of a 1-hour interactive session followed by a 15-minute Question & Answer segment. Session timings can be flexibly scheduled to accommodate participants across different countries and time zones.
Dr V. Sridhar – Head, Centre of Excellence for Sanskrit and Bhagavad Gita (SAKSA) and former Principal, KSN Senior Secondary School.
A veteran Sanskrit scholar with over 30 years of experience, Dr. Sridhar has taught across schools, colleges, and international universities. His education includes a Master’s degree in Advaita Vedānta from the Madras Sanskrit College and a doctorate focused on Ethical Values in the Upanishads pertaining to Education. He also underwent the rigorous Kramānta Krishna Yajur Veda Adhyayanam at the Kanchi Kamakoti Peetham. Aside from serving in schools, Dr. V. Sridhar specialized in the study of the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads, which he often blended with his real world experiences to mentor several professionals and executives on stress management and productivity enhancement.
All courses are offered in academic collaboration with SCSVMV University. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a certificate acknowledging this collaboration