COTRTS accepts students of all race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, sex,and status. In keeping with the above philosophy, we give due regard to the following:

1. The applicant must be a born again and baptized Christian and a member in good standing with his/her church with a commitment to discipleship.
2. The applicant must have a definite call to God’s service.
3. The candidate must be able to do his/her studies in the English language.
4. The applicant must have attained the age 18 years by June of the year in which he/she wishes to enter the Seminary.
5. Please see the specific requirments of different programs

Documents Required for Admission

The duly filled application must be forwarded to the Registrar’s officealong with the following:

1.  Two recent passport size and a stamp size photographs.
2. A statement of reason for applying to COTRTS.
3. A non-refundable application fee of Rs.100/- (US$50 for overseas applicants).
4. Attested copies of all academic records.
5. A one full-page (A4 size) testimony in English , in candidates own handwriting.
6. Academic and Ecclesiastical reference forms.
7. Foreign students must have valid student visa and must be registered with the Indian Government Nationality Certificate / I.D. card
8. Medical Certificate.
9. Financial responsibility form.

Admission of Transfer Students

Following criteria will be observed in admitting transfer students:

1. Required academic qualifications pertaining to the course applied.
2. Official transcript that shows satisfactory academic performance from the previous institution.
3. Recommendation and Confidential reports from the Pastor of the local church.
4. A special character certificate and “No Objection Certificate” from the head of the institution last studied.
5. Should secure 60% marks in a qualifying examination set by COTRTS.
6. Approval of COTRTS Admission Committee.
7. Approved credits will be transferred if the previous institution is accredited by Asia Theological Association.

Seminary Application Form

Application form and Prospectus can be obtained from the Office of the Registrar of COTRTS upon payment of Rs.150/- (non refundable) by writing to:

The Registrar
COTR Theological Seminary
Dorathota, Bheemunipatnam
Visakhapatnam, A.P. 531 163. INDIA

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