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Admissions Procedure

Your Journey to HBI Begins Here

Follow a simple, transparent admissions process designed to guide you toward theological education, spiritual formation, and Christian ministry.

HBI Campus
70+
Years of Ministry Training
Since 1952

3

Residential Programs

3

Flexible Options

2

Doctoral Programs

₹500

Application Fee

Step 1 — Choose Your Path

Select a Program

HBI offers programs designed to equip you for faithful Christian service — whether you are pursuing pastoral ministry, theological research, or advanced leadership.

On-Campus Learning

Residential Studies

Immersive theological education combined with spiritual formation, mentoring, and campus community life.

  • Master of Divinity (M.Div) – 3 Years
  • Master of Theology (M.Th) – 2 Years
  • Integrated M.Th – 4 Years
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Online & Evening

Flexible Learning

Designed for working professionals, church leaders, and students seeking flexible theological education.

  • MA in Biblical Studies (MABS) – 2 Years
  • Bachelor of Theology (B.Th)
  • PG Diploma – 1 Year
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Advanced Research

Doctoral Studies

Develop expertise in ministry leadership, theological research, and scholarly contribution to the Church.

  • Doctor of Ministry (D.Min)
  • Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
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Step 2 — Application Roadmap

How the Process Works

Seven clear stages from choosing your program to completing enrollment.

1

Choose Program

Pick the course God has called you to

2

Request Form

Write to the Registrar or apply online

3

Pay Fee

₹500 Demand Draft processing fee

4

Complete Form

Fill out the application carefully

5

Submit Docs

All required certificates & letters

6

Review

Exam, group discussion & interview

7

Enrollment

Confirm your place at HBI

Step 3 — Submit Your Application

How to Apply

Four straightforward steps to get your application in front of our admissions team.

1

Write a Requisition Letter

Address a letter to the Registrar requesting an application form and the college prospectus.

academic@hbionline.org
2

Attach Demand Draft

Enclose a Demand Draft of Rs. 500 as the processing fee. Note your name, address, and course on the reverse side.

Write course name on D.D.
3

Mail to Academic Office

Post your letter and D.D. to the Registrar, or have a representative collect the form from the Academic Office in person.

4

Or Apply Online

Download the application form from our website, complete it, and mail it with the demand draft to the address below.

Apply Online
Step 4 — Before You Apply

Your Application Checklist

Make sure you have these ready before submitting your application.

Spiritual Preparation

  • Clear and confirmed call to ministry
  • Personal Christian testimony
  • Active church involvement
  • Agreement with HBI's Statement of Faith
  • Prior church or mission service (preferred)

Application Essentials

  • Completed application form
  • Academic certificates & transcripts
  • Pastor & church recommendation letters
  • Character & medical certificates
  • Demand Draft of Rs. 500
Get in Touch

Admissions Contact

Reach out to our Registrar's office for any queries about the application process.

Visit Us

The Registrar, HBI & College
86–89, Medavakkam Tank Road
Kellys, Chennai – 600 010

Call Us

044 – 26421199
044 – 26423758 Extn. 111

"Here I am. Send me." — Isaiah 6:8

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