Application Process for Residential Programme

Application Process

The application form and prospectus are available at the college office till May 15th. May 15th is the deadline for submitting the duly filled application forms of various degree programs and other related documents to the institution. We consider the late applications on the basis of availability of seats. Candidates are requested to contact the registrar for more information regarding admission.

Admission Requirements

We admit candidates who have born again experience, definite call and commitment for Christian ministry. In addition, each candidate who applies for each degree program must provide the original documents of their academic qualification to prove their eligibility for admission.

1. Candidates applying for the C.Th course must have SSLC or its equivalent.
2. Candidates applying for the Dip.Th course must have successfully passed the SSLC or its equivalent.
3. Candidates applying for the B.Th degree must have successfully passed the pre-university course or its equivalent.
4. Candidates applying for an M.A in Christian Studies must be a graduate of a recognized University or College with a Bachelor degree. Candidates who have an ATA/ Serampore B.Th can complete their MA course in two years.
5. Candidates applying for an M.Div degree must be a graduate of a recognized University or College with a Bachelor degree or B.Th. M. Div have two year course for the candidates who have an ATA/ Serampore B.Th and three year course for a university graduates.
6. Candidates applying for the M. Th. degree must have successfully passed M. Div. or its equivalent.
7. Applicants are required to pass an entrance examination in the disciplines such as Bible knowledge, English language and general knowledge.
8. Candidates must have a definite calling for ministry, Christian born again experience and a willingness to prepare themselves for Christian ministry.
9. All Students must produce the following:
   • A copy of the High school certificate, pre-university certificate and degree transcripts. All original certificates should be submitted in the office during the time of admission (The original certificates will be returned only at the end of the course).
   • Two general reference letters and a reference letter from the local pastor are expected from all the candidates.
   • A medical certificate must be submitted to the institution from a qualified medical practitioner, which can give an adequate assessment of the candidate’s health condition.
   •  A duly filled sponsorship form with sign and seal of the sponsoring organization is mandatory (please refer to the financial section for fee structure and payment of fees). (e)   It is mandatory to submit the candidate’ personal testimony with detailed description about his or her call for ministry, salvation experience, previous ministry experiences and a statement of expectation from BNLC in regard to the candidate’s peculiar calling. The testimony should be attached along with the application form.