Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha

Overview

Official Name: Dakshina Bharat Hindi Prachar Sabha (DBHPS)
Common Short Names: DBHPS, Hindi Prachar Sabha
Type: Autonomous Institution dedicated to Hindi promotion and education
Year Established: 1918
Campus Locations: Headquartered in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with regional offices including Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
Affiliations & Approvals: Autonomous body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India; mainly focused on Hindi language promotion and certification; Not a conventional university–no UGC/AICTE affiliation
Official Website: https://hindiapc.org/

Founder: Mahatma Gandhi
President/Chancellor: Not listed explicitly; governance via Executive Committee under Ministry guidelines
Approximate Student Population: Not officially published
Departments/Faculties: Hindi language teaching, examination and promotion cells
Contact: Phone: +91-44-2814 5286 / 2814 5287, Email: hindiprasar@hindiapc.org
NAAC Grade: Not applicable (institution is not NAAC accredited)
Rankings: Not applicable - promotes Hindi language and exams, not ranked by NIRF

Major Faculty: Hindi Language Education and Certification
Popular Courses:
- Hindi Prathamik (Primary level Certificate)
- Hindi Madhyama (Secondary Level Certificate)
- Hindi Rashtrabhasha Visharadh (Advanced Hindi Diploma)
- Hindi Pracharak (Teacher training courses)
Duration: Ranges from 6 months to 3 years, depending on the course
Mode: Mainly regular and examination-oriented, some courses via correspondence/distance mode
Intake: Not officially disclosed; open enrolment for language courses

Admission Mode: Direct admission for language courses; no formal entrance exams
Accepted Entrance Exams: Not applicable
Important Dates: New admission details typically announced bi-annually; check official site for updates
Application Process:
1. Visit the official website’s admissions section: hindiapc.org
2. Download application form or apply online (if available)
3. Submit completed form with necessary documents to regional office or main campus
4. Await confirmation and admit card for examinations

Course-Specific Eligibility: For beginner courses - Completion of Primary education; for advanced courses - passing lower-level Hindi exams; teacher training courses may require graduation
Documents Required:
- Proof of educational qualification (Mark sheets, certificates)
- Identity proof (Aadhar, Voter ID, etc.)
- Passport-sized photographs
- Duly filled application form

Indicative Fees:
- Hindi Prathamik to Rashtrabhasha Visharadh: Approx. ₹500 to ₹2,000 per course
- Teacher Training courses: Varies; approx. ₹5,000 to ₹10,000
- Exam fees are nominal
Hostel Fees: Not applicable
Scholarships & Financial Aid: Not widely available; candidates can avail government language promotion scholarships & schemes separately

Placement Highlights: DBHPS focuses on Hindi language proficiency and teaching skills; facilitates jobs as Hindi teachers, translators, government posts requiring Hindi proficiency
Top Recruiters: Educational institutions, government language departments, Media houses, Translation & Interpretation bureaus
Placement Cell Contact: Not established like conventional universities
Internship Support: Not applicable

Facilities: Classrooms, examination halls, libraries focusing on Hindi literature
Regional offices provide local facility access including study material, counseling
Accommodation: No dedicated hostels or mess facilities
Sports, Labs, Research Centres: Minimal; focus is on language teaching and examination
Wi-Fi & Transport: Not prominently featured
Student Clubs & Festivals: Hindi speech, essay, and cultural competitions to promote Hindi

Notable Faculty & Heads: Recognized Hindi scholars and language promoters, though individual names not publicly listed
Research: Promotion of Hindi literature, language propagation studies; no formal research grants or patents
MoUs: Not publicly available on official sources

NIRF/NAAC: Not ranked or accredited (institution's primary role is language promotion rather than traditional degree education)
Other Rankings: Recognized historically for Hindi promotion; awarded by Ministry of Education & Govt bodies

Results Publication: Declared on official website after examinations (https://hindiapc.org/)
Cut-Offs/Seat Matrix: Not applicable; open enrolment for courses

Nearest Airport: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad (~40 km from DBHPS Hyderabad office)
Nearest Railway Station: Hyderabad Deccan (Nampally) Railway Station
City Connectivity: Well connected by buses, taxis, and metro services
Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws readily available to campus and regional office

Q: What courses does DBHPS offer?
A: Hindi language certificates from beginner to advanced levels and teacher training courses.
Q: Is DBHPS a university?
A: No, it is an autonomous institute focused on Hindi promotion and examinations.
Q: How can I apply for a course?
A: Apply through the official website or regional offices by submitting an application form.
Q: Are there entrance exams for admission?
A: No entrance exams are required; admission is generally open for language courses.
Q: Does DBHPS offer scholarships?
A: No direct scholarships, but government scholarships for Hindi promotion may apply.
Q: Are placements provided?
A: Not directly; however, certification assists in careers related to Hindi teaching and translation.
Q: Is hostel accommodation available?
A: No hostel facilities are provided.
Q: How do I check my exam results?
A: Results are posted on the official website https://hindiapc.org/.
Q: Where is DBHPS’s Hyderabad office located?
A: Regional office located in Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh; contact details on official website.
Q: Is the institute recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)?
A: No, it operates autonomously under Govt of India for Hindi promotion, not as a university.