THE RETREAT – DON BOSCO, (Salesian Post-Novitiate), Yercaud – 636 601, Salem Dt., Tamil Nadu, India.
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Jnanodaya Salesian Institute of Philosophy
The Retreat – Don Bosco · Est. 1950 · Yercaud
Salesian Institute of Philosophy — Post-Novitiate Formation | Università Pontificia Salesiana, Rome
"Let Him Illumine Our Mind!" — Ṛg Veda 3.62.10 (Gāyatrī Mantra)
 UPS Rome Affiliated
 Diploma in Philosophy
Since 1950
Jnanodaya Salesian Institute of Philosophy

Formation for Mission

To ensure a fruitful balance between reflection and action, students participate in significant apostolic and youth activities throughout the Shevaroy Hills.
Forming Apostles for Youth: Integrating pastoral leadership, catechism, and social responsibility.
Forming Apostles for Youth: Integrating pastoral leadership, catechism, and social responsibility.

Goal: Predilection for the Poor and Marginalized Youth

Hands-on pastoral experience teaches students the living reality of Don Bosco’s Preventive System. By interacting with tribal children, youth in coaching centers, and rural parishioners, theoretical philosophy becomes vibrant pastoral charity.