Overview

• Official Name: Central Institute of Indian Languages (CIIL)
• Common Short Names: CIIL
• Type: Central Government Institute under Ministry of Education, Government of India
• Year Established: 1969
• Campus Location: Mysore, Karnataka, India (Headquarters)
  Note: The CIIL headquarters is located in Mysore, Karnataka. No official branch campus is in Bhubaneswar or Odisha as per official sources.
  Source: https://ciil.org/
• Approval & Affiliations: Autonomous Institute under Ministry of Education; Recognized by Government of India; Official Website
• NAAC Grade: Not applicable (CIIL is a research and language development institute, not a teaching university)

Quick Facts

• Founder: Ministry of Education, Government of India
• Director: Not publicly updated as of 2024-06 on official site
• Approximate Student Population: Not applicable (CIIL focuses on research, training, and language resource development)
• Departments/Faculties: Language Research and Training, Lexicography, Language Technology, Teacher Training
• Contact:
  Phone: +91-821-2419606
  Email: ciil-mysore@nic.in
  Address: H O Manasagangotri, Mysuru - 570 006, Karnataka, India
• Notable Rankings: Not ranked in NIRF as CIIL is not a university
  Verified at: NIRF Portal

Courses & Programs

• Majors/Faculties: Languages and Linguistics, Teacher Training, Language Technology
• Popular Programs: Certificate courses, Diploma courses, Training workshops for language teachers and researchers (e.g., Training in language documentation, lexicography)
• Duration: Short-term (weeks to months), few diploma level courses of 1 year
• Mode: Regular (on-campus and online training modules)
• Intake: Limited/training based, no formal degree admissions

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Invitation or merit-based for specialized training programs; No formal admission for degree courses as CIIL is primarily a research and training institute
• Entrance Exams: Not applicable
• Admission Timeline: Course-based; details available on official training notification pages
• Application Process:
  1. Visit the official website ciil.org
  2. Check "Training & Courses" section for announcements
  3. Download application forms or register online if available
  4. Submit application as per instructions via email or offline

Eligibility Criteria

• Eligibility: Depends on specific training programs; generally, graduates or professionals in language, linguistics, education fields
• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (varies by program)
• Documents Required:
  • Educational certificates
  • Identification proof
  • Application form
  • Curriculum Vitae (for research programs)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees: Training/workshop fees vary; typically nominal or subsidized by Ministry of Education
• Scholarships: Usually not applicable; central government funds most activities
• Financial Aid: Participants generally sponsored by their institutions/government bodies for training

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placements: Not applicable as CIIL is not a degree-granting institute
• Career Outcomes: Enhances skills of language teachers, researchers, lexicographers, and linguists across India
• Internships: Limited, mostly research-based projects and collaborations

Campus & Facilities

• Campus Location: CIIL is headquartered in a serene campus at Mysore; No recognized campus in Bhubaneswar/Orissa
• Facilities: Language labs, digital resource centers, library with extensive language archives, training halls
• Hostels & Mess: Not generally provided for trainees
• Other Amenities: Wi-Fi, transport available within Mysore city, healthcare access
• Student Clubs/Festivals: Not applicable (focus on adult training and research)

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Senior linguists and scholars appointed by Ministry of Education
• Research Centres: Several language-focused research units (Lexicography, Language Technology, Teacher Training)
• Grants and MoUs: Collaboration with Indian and international organizations for language preservation and technology development

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF: Not ranked (not classified as a university)
  https://www.nirfindia.org/
• NAAC: Not applicable
• Other Mentions: Well-regarded nationally for language research and training among government institutes

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Notifications: Training program results and selections published on official website
• Cut-Offs & Seats: Limited seats per program, selected via merit or invitation; no formal cutoff ranks

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Mysore Airport (Domestic)
  Alternatively, Bangalore International Airport (~145 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Mysore Junction Railway Station (~4 km from campus)
• City Connectivity: Well connected by buses, cabs within Mysore city

FAQs

1. Q: Does CIIL offer degree courses?
   A: No, CIIL mainly offers research, training, and certificate courses in languages.
2. Q: Where is CIIL located?
   A: The headquarters is in Mysore, Karnataka, India. There is no official campus at Bhubaneswar or Odisha.
3. Q: How to apply for training programs?
   A: Apply through notifications on the official website ciil.org.
4. Q: Are there entrance exams?
   A: No formal entrance exams for training programs.
5. Q: Does CIIL provide scholarships?
   A: Trainings are generally funded by the government or sponsoring bodies; no direct scholarships for students.
6. Q: Are hostel facilities available?
   A: Hostel facilities are generally not provided as participants are usually short-term trainees.
7. Q: Can international students join CIIL programs?
   A: Primarily targeted at Indian language researchers and educators; international participation is rare and on invitation.
8. Q: How to contact CIIL?
   A: Email: ciil-mysore@nic.in, Phone: +91-821-2419606
9. Q: Does CIIL conduct research?
   A: Yes, focused on Indian languages, lexicography, language technology, and teacher training.
10. Q: Does CIIL collaborate with other institutions?
    A: Yes, with Indian universities and language research bodies worldwide.