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Why Yoga?

We are today living in a world where people have become more health consciousthan they ever were. We can also owe this sudden change due to the nature of jobs and increasing lifestyle diseases. The people are today more at risk as work involves sitting in front of computer screens more than what it used to in the past. Yoga is an option which not only gets you the required work out but also relaxes you. Yoga is one the most natural ways of keeping the human body fit and in shape.  It is something that has also spread its wings to most western countries as well. This natural system which began as back as three thousand years ago has been maximising on its benefits and making a difference for most people and enduring them with health and happiness.


Yoga as a Career 

Mostly professionals who have been sharing their knowledge of the science of meditation and yoga are called yogis or Yoga Teachers. With the rise in reputation of holistic and alternative medical care, a lot of weight is being given to yoga teachers and so it has resulted in becoming a great career choice. Yoga is an ancient art, and a natural way of remaining fit and healthy. It also helps in improving mental health. Curing health-related problems naturally is taught as part of the programme. An integral part of Yoga is practicing physical exercises (asanas) and breathing exercises (pranayam). Fitness is the call of today’s world, raising the need for ayoga instructor or teacher on the global platform.

Eligibility for a Degree in Yoga Science

In order to join B.A/B.S.C in Yoga therapy the minimum requirement is that of 10+2 with 50 per cent CGPA. 

In order to pursue M.A/M.S.C in Yoga Therapy the minimum requirement is that of B.A/ B.S.C in yoga therapy

Career Opportunities in Yoga

After completing ones education, a student of yoga sciences can look for jobs in the following areas:

§  Research Officer- Yoga and Naturopathy

§  Yoga Aerobic Instructor

§  Assistant Ayurvedic Doctor

§  Clinical Psychologist

§  Yoga Therpaist

§  Yoga Instructor

§  Yoga Teacher

§  Therapists and Naturopaths

§  Trainer/ Instructor Health Club

Career Scope

Based on the Yoga training you have received, you can opt for the field of research, training or works as a Yoga therapist. You can find work in resorts, gyms, schools, health centres, housing societies and large organizations. Television channels also hire Yoga trainers, and renowned personalities prefer to hire personal Yoga instructors. Self-employment is an option many opt for as well. A great stress buster, Yoga is gaining ground among the ever-increasing number of foreign tourists who seek peaceful holidays, adding to the demand for Yoga specialists. There is no dearth of scope for the people in this noble profession.


Salary in Yoga Field

A fresher can earn Rs 10,000 to Rs 15,000 a month. With experience, the salary climbs higher at a faster pace.

However, yoga teaching when compared to other professions is less lucrative but it is the mental satisfaction attached with the profession that draws the attention of individuals. But also know that if good in your field there is an option of doing better as this field has been taken to the liking of many and people have realised the importance of yoga.

Institutes/ Colleges offering Yoga Sciences

• Government Naturopathic Medical College, Hyderabad 
• SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Karanataka 
• JSS Institute of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Mysore Road, Ootacamund 
• Shivaraj Naturapathy and Yoga Medical College, Salem 
• Government Naturopathy and Yoga Medical College and Hospital, Anna Nagar, Chennai 
• SRK Medical College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Kulasekharam, Kanyakumari district, Tamil Nadu 
• Mahavir College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Durg, Chattisgarh 
• Alvas College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Moodbidri, Karnataka 
• KLES College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Shahapur, Belgaum, Karnataka 
• Morarji Desai Institute of Naturopathy and Yoga 
• Government Nature Cure and Yoga College, PKTR Hospital, Mysore

OTHER INSTITUTES IN INDIA

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Institutes in India

Courses Offered

1

Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga
New Delhi
8, Ashoka Road, Near Gole Dak Khana, New Delhi -110001,
Ph: 011-23730417, 23730418, 23351099, 23721472
Email: Mdniy@yahoo.co.in
Website: www.yogamdniy.nic.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Science

§  Certificate Course in Yoga Science

§  Foundation Course in Yoga Science

 

2

SVYASA

19, Eknath Bhavan, Gavipuram Circle,
K.G.Nagar,  Bangalore-560 019.
Tele Fax: 26608645/26612669
Email: info@svyasa.org
Website: www.svyasa.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

§  PhD Yoga

§  D. Yoga & Rehabilitation

§  Phil Counselling & Yoga Therapy

§  A. Yoga, Journalism & Mass Communication

§  Sc. Yoga Management

§  Sc. Yoga & Consciousness

§  Sc. Yoga Education

§  Sc. Yoga

§  PGD in Yoga Therapy for Doctors

§  PGD in Yoga Therapy

§  BNYS

§  A. Yoga & Journalism

§  Sc. Yoga & Management

§  Sc. Yoga & Consciousness

§  Sc. Yoga Education

§  Sc. Yoga

§  Yoga Therapy Orientation Training For Doctors

§  Yoga Teachers Training Course

§  Yoga Instructor Course

 

3

Bihar School of Yoga

Secretary,
Bihar School of Yoga, Ganga Darshan, Fort, Munger,
Bihar 811201, India
Tel: +91 (0)6344 222430
Tel: +91 (0) 9304799615
Fax: +91 (0)6344 220169
Website: www.yogavision.net

§  Course in Yoga Studies

§  Certificate in Yoga Science & Life Style

 

 

4

Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram,
New No.31 (Old #13) Fourth Cross Street, Rama Krishna Nagar, Mandaveli, Chennai – 600 028,
Phone: 91-44-24937998 / 24933092
Fax:91-44-24613341
Email: admin@kym.org
Website: www.kym.org

§  International Yoga Teachers Training Programme

 

 

5

The Yoga Institute, Santacruz
Shri Yogendra Marg,  Prabhat Colony,
Santacruz ( East), Mumbai-400055
Ph: 91-22-26122185, 26110506
Email: info@the yogainstitute.org
Website: www.theyogainstitute.org

§  Teachers Training Course

§  Teachers Training Course

§  Comprehensive Teachers Training Course

§  Teachers Training Course (TTC)

 

 

6

Indian Institute of Yogic Science & Research Bhuvneshwar,
Odisha
Phone : 0674-2742891,2742657
Mob: +919438181217, 919040372947
E mail :info@iiysar.ac.in
Website: www.iiysar.ac.in

§  Master Degree in Yoga

§  Yoga Teachers Training Course

 

 

7

Dev Sanskriti Vishwadyalaya
Haridwar
(U.K.)-249411
Ph: 01334-261367, 262094
Fax: 01334-260723, 260866
Email: vc@dsvv.org
Website: www.dsvv.ac.in

 

§  A. Applied Yoga & Human Excellence

§  Sc. Yogic Sciences & Holistic Health

§  G.D. in Yoga Vijnana

§  G.D. in Human Consciousness & Yoga Therapy

§  Foundation Course in Yogic Science (Distance Mode)

§  Certificate Course in Yoga & Alternative Therapy

§  Sc. Yoga

§  A. Yoga

 

8

Gurukul Kangri University
P.O Gurukula Kangri,
Haridwar-249404,
Phone:01334-249013,
Email: registrargkv@yahoo.co.in
Website: www.gkvharidwar.org

 

§  A. / M.Sc. in Human Consciousness & Yogic Sci.

§  G.D. in Human Consciousness & Yogic Sciences

§  A./B.Sc. Yoga

§  Diploma in Yoga Sciences (Distance Mode)

Certificate Course in Yoga

 

9

Kaivalyadhama
Lonavla,  Pune 410 403.
Tel. (02114) 273039/ 273001
Email : info@kdham.com
Website: kdham.com

 

§  G.D. Yoga Therapy

§  G.D. in Yoga Education

§  Advanced Teacher Training Course

§  Certificate Course in Yoga

§  Certificate Course in Traditional Texts in Yoga

§  Certificate Course for Yoga Teachers SPA Therapies

§  Basic Course in Yoga and Ayurveda

 

10

Gujarat University
Navrangpura, Ahmedabad-380009
Gujarat,
Ph: +91-079-26301341, 26300342/43
Fax: +91-079-26302654
Website: www.gujaratuniversity.org.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Education (SAP)

 

 

11

Bhavnagar University
Gaurishankar Lake Road,
Bhavnagar, 364022, Gujarat
Ph; 0278-2430002/6/7, 2511565/66
Email: registrarbu@emailplus.org
Website: www.mkbhavuni.edu.in

§  Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Science

§  Diploma in Yoga

 

 

12

North Gujarat University
Ph: 02766 230427(Ext. 306)
Fax: 02766 231917
Email: gks@yahoo.com
Website: www.ngu.nic.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Education

 

 

13

Ram Manohar Lohia Awadh University
Hawai patti, Allahabad Road
Faizabad, (UP.), Pin: 224001
Ph:  05278-246223
Fax:  05278-246330
Email: vc@rmlau.ac.in
Website: www.rmlau.nic.in

§  G.D. in Yoga Therapy

 

 

14

Lucknow University
Lucknow 226 007
Phone: 0522-2740086
E mail: info@lkouniv.ac.in
Website: www.lkouniv.ac.in

§  A. Yoga

§  G.D. Naturopathic Science & Yoga

 

 

15

Mangalore University
Mangalagangotri,  Konaje – 574 199
KARNATAKA
Ph: 0824-2287276, 0824-2287347
Fax:  0824-2287367, 0824-2287424
Email  info@mangaloreuniversity.ac.in
Website: www.mangaloreuniversity.ac.in

§  Sc. Yogic Science

§  G.D. in Yogic Sciences

§  Certificate Course in Yogic Science

 

 

16

Karnataka University

 

§  G.D. in Yoga Studies

§  Certificate Course in Yoga Studies

 

17

Dr. Hari Singh Gour University
Sagar (M.P.)
Ph: 264712
Email: registrar31@rediffmail.com
Website: www.dhsgsu.ac.in

§  Sc. / M.A. Yoga

§  A. Yoga

 

 

18

Jiwaji University
Gwalior (M.P.)
Ph:  +91 751 2442712
Fax: +91 751 2341768
Website: www. jiwaji.edu

§  G.D. in Yoga Therapy

§  Diploma in Yoga

§  Certificate in Yoga

 

 

19

Rani Durgawati University
Saraswati Vihar, Pachpedi,
Jabalpur. (M.P.)  PIN 482001
Phone Nos. :   (0761) 2600567-68
E-mail :  rdvvcc1@rediffmail.com
Website: www.rdunijbpin.org

§  A. Human Consciousness & Yogic Sciences

§  G.D. in Yoga

§  Certificate Course in Yoga

 

 

20

MGCG University
Chitrakoot,
District Satna,
Madhya Pradesh
Ph: 91-7670-265413
E mail:kbpandeya@yahoo.com
Website: ruraluniversity-chitrakoot.org

§  G.D. in Naturality & Yogic Science

§  A. Human Consciousness & Yogic Sciences

 

 

21

S.G.B. Amrawati University
Maharashtra
Ph: 0721- 2662206/7/8
Website: sgbau.ac.in

§  G.D. in Yoga Therapy

§  Diploma in Yoga Education

 

 

22

Barkatullah University
Bhopal (M.P.)
Public Relation Officer (PRO)
Dr.V S Bais
Phone : 2491700,fax-2491862
Email: drestd_bu@yahoo.co.in
Website: bubhopal.nic.in

§  Phil. in Yogic Science

§  A. / M.Sc. in Human Consciousness & Yoga Science

§  G.D. in Stress Management (Yoga)

§  G.D. in Yoga Therapy

§  G.D. in Yogic Science

§  Certificate in Yogic Science

 

23

Utkal University
Vani Vihar, Bhubaneshwar-751004
Orissa
Tel: 0674 – 2580729/30/32/36
Fax: 6752 – 481850
Email: vcaurci@sancharnet.in
Website: www.utkal-university.org

G.D. in Yoga Education

 

24

Pandit Ravi Shankar Shukla University
Amanaka G.E. Road,
Raipur, Chattisgargh- 492010
Ph: 09724200857, 09425522023
Website: www.prsu.ac.in

§  A. Applied Philosophy & Yoga

§  G.D. in Yoga

§  Certificate Course in Yoga

 

 

25

Maharshi Dayananda Saraswati University
Ajmer, Rajasthan
Ph: +91-0145-2787056/058/412
Fax: +91-0145-2787628
Website: www.mdsuajmer.ac.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Science

§  Certificate Course in Yogic Science

§  Yoga Instructor Certificate Course

Yoga Therapy for Ailments

 

26

Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
Srinagar, Pauri Garhwal,
Uttarakhand-246174
Ph: 01346-252143
Fax: 01346-252247
E mail: registrar.hnbgu@gmail.com
Website: www.hnbgu.ac.in

§  A. Yoga & Alternative Therapies

§  G.D. in Yogic Science

§  Certificate Course in Yoga

 

 

27

Jadavpur Univeristy
Kolkata, West Bengal
E mail: registrar@admin.jdvu.ac.in
Website: www.jaduniv.edu.in

§  G.D. in Yoga Therapy

 

 

28

Andhra University
Visakhapatnam – 530 003
Andhra Pradesh
Ph: 91-891 – 2844555 (O)
Fax: 91-891 – 2755324
Website: www.andhrauniversity.info

§  PG Diploma in Yoga

 

 

29

Rashtriya Sanskrit  Vidyapeeth
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Ph: 0877-2286799, 0877-2287649 Ext. 222, 229
Fax: 0877-2287809
E mail: registrar_rsvp@yahoo.co.in

Website: www.rsvidyapeetha.ac.in

§  Acharya (M.A.) in Sankhya Yoga

§  PGD in Yoga Therapy and Stress management

§  PGD in Yoga Vijnana (Distance Mode)

 

 

30

North Maharashtra University
P.O. Box. 80, Umavi Nagar,
Phone +91-257-2258428/29
Fax : +91-257-2258403, 2258406
Website: www.nmu.ac.in

§  Vocational Yogic Foundation Course

 

 

31

Jammu University
Ph: 0191- 2430830, 2431939
Website: www.jammuuniversity.in

 

§  Diploma Course in Yoga

§  Diploma Course in Yoga

§  Advance Certificate Course in Yoga

§  Certificate Course in Yoga

 

32

Gujarat Ayurveda University
Jamnagar-361008, Gujarat
Ph: +91 – 288 – 2770103
Fax: +91 – 288 – 2770103
E-mail: info@ayuyoga.com
Website: www.ayurvedauniversity.edu.in

§  G.D. in Yoga & Naturopathy

§  Sc. Yoga

§  Certificate in Yoga and Naturopathy Therapies

 

 

33

Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University
Paliwal Park, Agra, (UP), 2820
Ph: 0562-2820051, 2852118
Fax: 0562-2520051
Email: info@dbrau.ac.in
Website: www.dbrau.ac.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Education

 

 

34

M.J.P. Rohilkhand University
Bareilly, U.P.
Ph: 0581-2527263
Fax: 0581-2524232
Email: info@mjpru.ac.in
Website: www.mjpru.ac.in

§  G.D. in Yoga

 

 

35

University of Mumbai
MG Road, Fort, Mumbai-400032
Ph: 22708700, 26543000
Email: webmaster@ucc.ac.in
Website:  www.mu.ac.in

§  Advance Diploma in Yoga

§  Diploma in Yogic Education

§  Certificate in Yoga

 

 

36

Annamalai University
Annamalai Nagar, Chennai,  T.N.
Ph: +91-4144-238248/263/796
Fax: +91-4144-238080
Email: info@annamalaiuniversity.ac.in
Website: www.annamalaiuniversity.ac.in

§  Sc. Yoga

§  G.D. in Yoga

Diploma in Yoga

 

37

Jainarayan Vyas University
Bhagat Ki Kothi
Pali Road, Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Ph: 0291-2625225
Website: www.jnvu.edu.in

§  Diploma in Yoga Education

 

 

38

Laxmibai National University of Physical Education
Mela Road, Gwalior, M.P.- 474002
Ph: +91-751-4000902, 4000917
Email: registrarlnupe@gmail.com
Website: www.lnipe.nic.in

§  A. Yoga

§  G.D. in Yoga & Alternative Therapy

 

 

39

Banaras Hindu University Varanasi,
U.P.
Ph: 2368558, 230-7222
Website: www.bhu.ac.in

§  Diploma in Naturopathy & Yoga Therapy

 

 

40

Yashwant Rao Chauhan Open University
Dnyangangotri Near Gangapur Dam,
Nashik-422222, Maharashtra
Website: www.ycmou.com

§  Diploma in Yoga Sikshak (Distance Mode)

 

 

41

Alagappa University
Karaikudi-630003, Tamil Nadu
Ph: +91-4565-228080/81/82/83/84
Fax: +91-4565-225202
Email:registraralagappauniv@gmail.com
Website: www.alagappuniversity.ac.in

§  G.D in Yoga

 

 

42

Gurukul University
Raipur, Chattisgarh

§  Diploma in Yoga & Naturopathy

 

 

43

Kurukshetra University
Kurukshetra-136119, Haryana
Ph: 01744-238169
Website: www.kuk.ac.in

  • A. Music, Yoga & Health
  • PG Diploma in Yoga
  •  

 

44

Himachal Pradesh University
Summer Hill,
Shimla-171005
Ph: 2830273, 2830434
Fax: 0177-2830775
Email: gad.hpu@gmail.com
Website: www.hpuniv.nic.in

  • MA in Yoga
  • G. Diploma in Yoga
  •  

 

45

Kumaun University
Ph: 05942-235563, 05942-236187
Website: www.kumaununiversity.co.in

  • MA in Yoga
  • G. Diploma in Yoga
  •  

 

46

Patanjali University
Hardwar-249402,Uttarakhand,
Ph:91-1334-242526
E-Mail:admin@patanjaliuniversity.com
Website: www.patanjaliuniversity.com

 

  • MA in Yoga
  • in Yoga
  • BA in Yoga
  • Sc. in Yoga
  • PG Diploma in Yoga
  • Certificate Course in Yoga

 

47

Dr. RML Awadh University
Hawaipatti, Allahabad Road
Faizabad-224001
Ph: 05278-245957
E mail: registrar@rmlau.ac.in
Website: www.rmlau.ac.in

  • PG Diploma in Yoga Therapy
  •  

 

48

Bundelkhand University
Jhansi,
UP
Ph: 0510 2320496
E mail: registrar@bujhansi.org
Website: www.bujhansi.org

  • PG Diploma in Yoga

 

 

49

Punjab University
Chandigarh
Ph: 2534867, 2534868
E mail: regr@pu.ac.in
Website: puchd.ac.in

§  Ed. (Yoga)

 

50

Punjabi University
Patiala, Punjab
Ph: 0175-3046598,0175-3046599
Website: punjabiuniversity.ac.in

  • PG Diploma in Yoga
  • Certificate Course in Yoga

 

 

51

M.L. Sukhadia University
Ph: +91-294-2471035
Fax: +91-294-2471150
Email: registrar@mlsu.ac.in
Website: www.mlsu.ac.in

§  G. Diploma in Yoga

 

 

52

Jain Vishwabharti University
Laadun, Rajasthan
Ph: 01581 – 222110,224332
Fax: 01581-223472, 222230
Email: registrar@jvbi.ac.in
Website: jvbi.ac.in

§  A. in Yoga

§  Sc. in Yoga

 

 

53

Jaipur University
Jagatpura,  Jaipur-302025
Ph: 0141-2753377, 2754399, 9351288101
Fax:2752418
e-mail: info@jnujaipur.ac.in

§  G. Diploma in Yoga

 

 

54

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Vedic Vishwavidyalaya
Karaundi, Post : Umariyapan,
Distt : Katni – 483 332
Phone : 07625 – 220345
Email: registrarmmyvv@gmail.com
Website: www.mmyvv.com

§  A. in Yoga

§  G. Diploma in Yoga

 

 

55

Awadhesh  Pratap Singh University
Rewa-486003, M.P.
Ph: +91-07662-231901
Website: www.apsurewa.ernet.in

§  Diploma in Yoga

 

 

56

Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute
Pune
Ph:  +91-20-2565 6134
Email: info@bksiyengar.com
Website: www.bksiyengar.com

 

 

 



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