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Maranatha Veda Patasala, founded in 1984 by Rev. G. Moses Choudary, is the oldest Bible School in Vijayawada, India. The school aims to train native youth for theological education and prepare them for God s mission in India. The school began with 12 students in a small asphaltic-roofed room and moved to Vijayawada due to poor location and bad drinking water. The school now offers a three-year undergraduate program in both English and Telugu languages and a Graduate distance learning program in English. In 1995, God provided a facility for girls to attend the seminary, and today, the school enrolls about 40 women. The school is proud to play a part in preparing students for God s work in India.
To serve the Lord and the land by Contextualizing the Gospel through the scripture-based teachings on campus, distance, and online education to all those who are called for ministry, with an end in granting undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees.
To create thriving generations in an academically excellent, culturally diverse, and spiritually strong student-focused community in producing servant-leaders who may reach the unreached in order to establish and revitalize Faith Communities.
1500+
Churches Planted
2500+
Happy Students
4+
Programs
40+
Years of Experience
We combine academic excellence with practical ministry — preparing theologians, pastors, and missionaries.
Senate of Serampore-aligned curriculum taught by experienced scholars.
Every program includes local church partnerships and supervised practicums.
Residential, hybrid, and online options for working ministers across India.
Small cohorts with dedicated faculty mentors and vibrant campus life.
A foundational course covering essential Christian doctrines and Scripture.
Learn moreBlending theological foundations with hands-on pastoral skills.
Learn moreComprehensive undergraduate study of Scripture, theology and ministry.
Learn moreAdvanced education for pastoral leadership, teaching and mission.
Learn moreDedicated scholars and experienced practitioners committed to nurturing the next generation of Christian leaders.
Biblical Studies
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Glimpses of life at Maranatha Biblical Seminary
“Maranatha shaped my theology and my character. The faculty walked with me through every challenge.”
Rev. Samuel Thomas
B.Th Graduate, 2019
“The hybrid program let me serve my church in Mumbai while earning a world-class theological education.”
Pastor Priya Daniel
M.Div Graduate, 2021
“Training here is a privilege. Our students bring passion and real ministry questions to every class.”
Dr. James Kurian
Faculty, Systematic Theology
Applications are open for the 2026-27 academic year. Join a community passionate about God's Word and mission.
