Theological Seminaries
Centers of theological excellence providing education and formation for the spiritual leadership of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
Centers of Learning and Formation
Our theological seminaries have been serving the Church for generations, preparing clergy and lay leaders with deep theological knowledge, spiritual formation, and pastoral skills to serve God's people with wisdom and compassion.
The Orthodox Theological Seminary
Old Seminary, Kottayam
The first Orthodox Christian school of theology in Asia, founded in 1815 at Kottayam by Ramban Ittoop, a priest-monk of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church.
St. Thomas Orthodox Theological Seminary
STOTS, Nagpur
A growing centre of the Orthodox Church in Central and North India, creating a new vision about the mission of the Church in a multi-lingual and multi-religious context.
What We Offer
Academic Excellence
Rigorous theological education grounded in Orthodox Christian tradition and contemporary scholarship.
Spiritual Formation
Nurturing deep spiritual life through prayer, worship, and participation in the sacramental life of the Church.
Pastoral Training
Practical preparation for ministry, including counseling, liturgy, and community leadership skills.
Explore Our Seminaries
Learn more about our theological programs, admission requirements, and how you can pursue theological education at our seminaries.