Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga is an autonomous accredited institution, fully funded by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India and was Established in 1998.

MDINY Latest Update:

  • MDINY Foundation course registration has been started. The Last date to apply is May 29, 2023.
  • MDINY will accept applications for UG and PG courses through IPU CET.

This institute strives to provide quality UG, PG, Diploma, Foundation and Certificate courses in the various domains of the art of Yoga like Pranayama, Meditation etc. 

The admission procedure to all courses is merit-based. Admissions take place in online mode.

Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga provides state-of-the-art facilities such as well-equipped and aesthetically built classrooms, an amphitheatre, well-equipped laboratories, a library and a learning resource centre, a canteen, and much more.

MDNIY, Quick Updates

  • Admissions for the UG, PG and Diploma courses usually start during the months of June and July. 
  • Registration for the Foundation course previously took place in December 2020 and classes commenced from January 2021. 
  • Keep an eye on the website for the exact dates. Currently, all classes and admissions are being conducted in an online mode due to the Covid-19 pandemic situation.

MDNIY, New Delhi: Key Points

  • Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga, Delhi is a prime institute affiliated to Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) that focuses on the planning, training, promotion and coordination of multifaceted Yoga education, training, therapy and research. 
  • Students are required to follow a dress code that comprises a t-shirt and trousers or kurta-pyjama (men) or salwar-kameez (women).
  • The institute promises smooth and quality academic success for students in all departments under the able guidance of Dr Ishwar V. Basavaraddi, Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga's Director, and the strong leadership of the Head of the Department.

MDNIY, New Delhi: Course and Fees 

The following are the courses taught at Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga:-

Program Program Details Selection Basis
BSc in Yoga Science
  • Duration: 3 Years
  • Fee: Rs. 27,000 (Year 1)
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have secured the required minimum aggregate marks in the 10+2 exams. Biology must have been one of the compulsory subjects in the 12th grade.
 Merit-Based
Diploma in Yoga Science
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Fee: Rs. 36,000
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have secured a bachelor’s degree with the required minimum aggregate marks.
 Merit-Based
Certificate (Yoga Science for Special Interest Groups, Pranayama and Meditation for Health Promotion, Yogasana for Health Promotion)
  • Duration: 3 Months
  • Fee: Rs. 7,000
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have secured a bachelor’s degree with the required minimum aggregate marks. Candidates must also have taken a Foundation course or a basic course on Yoga Science or its equivalent.
 Merit-Based
Foundation (Yoga Science for Wellness)
  • Duration: 1 Month
  • Fee: Rs. 1,500
  • Eligibility: Candidates must have matriculated from a recognised institution.
 Merit-Based
Postgraduate Diploma in Yoga Therapy
  • Duration: 1 Year
  • Fee: -
  • Eligibility: Medical/Paramedical/ Physiotherapy graduates who are fit and must have secured a bachelor’s degree with the required minimum aggregate marks.
  Merit-Based
M.Sc in Yoga Science
  • Duration: 2 Years
  • Fee: -
  • Eligibility: Yoga Science graduate or a Science/Medical/Paramedical/Physiotherapy graduate with a one-year diploma in Yoga Science who must have secured a bachelor’s degree with the required
  Merit-Based

MDNIY, New Delhi: Scholarships 

  • Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga grants a monthly scholarship of Rs. 3,000 to thirteen academically exceptional students based on their performance in the first semester of the course. 
  • Among the thirteen total scholarships, 7 are issued to students in the general category, 3 to those in OBC, 2 to SC and 1 to ST categories. 
  • Furthermore, a monthly fellowship of Rs. 8000 is awarded to 2 students from the North-Eastern states and 2 from Andaman and Nicobar Islands. 
  • The institute also provides a monthly stipend of Rs. 3000 to 23 students who hail from states outside Delhi and NCR since it doesn't provide hostel accommodation.

MDNIY, New Delhi: FAQS 

Ques: Should I join Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga?

Ans: Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga is undoubtedly one of the best places in India for all the Yoga enthusiasts and aspirants with a faculty well trained in the art of Yoga and a wonderful campus.

Ques: What are the requisite documents for admission?

Ans: The documents needed for admission are:-

  • Any document containing the birth date
  • Class 10 result for Foundational Course applicants
  • Class 10 and 12 results for UG and Certificate Courses
  • Graduation Degree certificate for Diploma Course
  • In the case of reserved category applicants, a caste certificate is required
  • 4 passport-size photographs
  • Migration/ Character Certificate granted from the last enrolled institution.
  • Filled out application form with the prescribed fee.

Ques: Does Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga take in foreign students?

Ans: Yes. Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga admits international students as well provided they are qualified from foreign institutes recognised as equivalent by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) with a certificate, have undergone the required medical examination and successfully gained a Student Visa. The Institute encourages foreign applicants and shall readily cooperate with them on every step.

Ques: Are there any health criteria for courses?

Ans: The Foundation course requires a medical certificate. Certain other courses also require candidates to be fit like the PG Diploma course. Refer to the website for further details regarding this.

Ques: Is there any age limit?

Ans: For B.Sc and M.Sc courses, applicants must not be aged more than 30 years.