THE RETREAT – DON BOSCO, (Salesian Post-Novitiate), Yercaud – 636 601, Salem Dt., Tamil Nadu, India.
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ADMISSION Admissions Open for Academic Year 2026-27: 2-Year Diploma in Philosophy (Affiliated to UPS, Rome) • National Seminar on Contemporary Indian Philosophy & Hermeneutics scheduled for next month • URGENT Jnanodaya Journal of Philosophical Studies: Call for Research Papers Vol. 18 Issue 1 •
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

Human Formation

"We study and imitate him (Don Bosco), admiring in him a splendid blending of nature and grace. He was deeply human, rich in the qualities of his people and he was deeply the man of God, filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit." — Constitutions, Art. 21
Integral Human Formation, Outdoor Reflection & Fraternal Discussion
Integral Human Formation, Outdoor Reflection & Fraternal Discussion

Goal & Objectives

To attain a style of personal unity and interior balance. Students acquire stable physical and mental health, personal discipline, emotional maturity with a sense of freedom, and unshakeable faithfulness to duty.

Lines of Action

  • Rector's Conferences: Frequent weekly conferences on personal maturity, character formation, and community living.
  • Emotional Maturity & Psychosexual Seminar: Intensive modules promoting psychological self-awareness and balanced relationships.
  • Daily Sports & Games: Community games in football, basketball, and volleyball held every afternoon at 3:45 PM, promoting team spirit and physical health.
  • Manual Work: Dedicated manual work in the estate and house on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and daily morning chores for healthy appreciation of labor.