Are you looking for Foreign language courses in Patna? Look no further!
Here is a list of all the best Colleges, Universities, Institutes, and language learning centers in Patna that offer French, Spanish, German, Korean, and other foreign language classes.
Wondering, “Why learn a foreign language?”
There was a time when there was no option for foreign language courses in Patna.
Thanks to rising job opportunities in foreign languages, a new generation of Biharis is keen on learning a foreign language.
Today, you may want to learn for various reasons: career, immigration, high-paying language jobs, traveling, interest, or fun.
Since language learning takes time, the first step should be to decide which language to learn.
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Foreign Language Learning Centers in Patna
Here, I list some of Patna’s best and most well-known options for Foreign language courses.
You have all the necessary details to join and thus learn Arabic, French, German, Spanish, Persian, and some East Asian tongues.
1. Language Courses in Patna University
Established in 1917, Patna University (PU) is the first in Bihar and the seventh-oldest university in South Asia.
Hailed once as the ‘Oxford of the East,’ Patna College has completed its 101 years.
PU has provided scholars, teachers, and researchers various opportunities to excel in their disciplines.
It organizes national and international conferences, workshops, and seminars. In addition, it will establish partnerships with local institutions in Bihar and other Indian and foreign universities.
A) Department of Arabic
The Department of Arabic is one of the oldest departments of Patna University.
It has produced eminent scholars and has served to cater to the cultural needs of an essential section of this province.
Students are gradually exposed to and provided a deep insight into the culture and literary heritage of the Arab World through both classical and contemporary texts.
The department facilitates cultural & social understanding between Indian and West Asian countries. Currently, it offers:
- M.A. in Arabic (Total Seats = 18) – Admission is direct or based on the merit list.
- Ph.D. in Arabic (Total Seats = 4) – Admission is through the PAT exam organized by PU.
B) Department of Persian
The Department of Persian, located on the bank of the River Ganga in the Rani Block of Darbhanga House of Patna University, offers various PG courses in the Persian language.
The Department of Persian has emerged as a vital center for research in Persian culture and literature.
So far, more than eighty scholars have obtained their Ph.D. and D. Litt—degrees from the department.
The department has a rich library comprising thousands of books. Currently, it offers:
- One-year PG (Post Graduate) Diploma in Spoken Persian.
- M.A. in Persian (Total Seats = 18) – Admission is direct or based on the merit list.
- Ph.D. in Persian (Total seats = 17) – Admission is through the PAT exam organized by PU.
C) Language certificate course at PU
Since the Academic session of July 2025, Patna University has offered various short-term foreign language classes in Patna.
This program, intimated under the language proficiency certificate course (LPCC), includes six foreign languages: French, Spanish, German, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese.
The minimum eligibility is 10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent.
Each course lasts six months and runs two sessions every year — January to June and July to December.
You will earn a certificate after completing the course. Each course has 40 seats, and the fee is ₹ 10,000 for each certificate course.
Address: Darbhanga house complex, PU, Patna.
Contact: 0612- 2660338 (Arabic), 2660327 (Persian), 2678008 / 2660309 (Other Languages)
Email: [email protected]
Website: LINK
D) Language classes in other Colleges
1) Vanijya Mahavidyalaya, a college of Patna University specializing in commerce studies, offers a three-month course in French and German lessons.
The fee for the course in French and German language is ₹ 2500 and ₹ 3000 respectively.
2) Patna Women’s College is the first college for women in Bihar.
It was established in 1940 with the support of Bishop Sullivan S.J. Patna.
PWC offers French, Spanish, and German certificate programs through the Center for Foreign Languages. LINK
2. Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic & Persian
Located in Patna, Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic and Persian University is a state university.
Today, it has more than 100 knowledge resource centers.
The University also has 21 affiliated colleges and offers many English, Urdu, Persian, journalism, mass communication, and education courses.
The university offers a six-month certificate in Functional Arabic, a one-year Diploma in Functional Arabic, and a one-year Diploma in Functionalism.
For all three courses, the minimum criteria is 10+2 or Intermediate, and the price is ₹ 2500 for each certificate and diploma course.
Address: MMHAPU, 34 Ali Imam Path (Harding Road), Patna.
Contact: 0612 – 2215750 / 2215223.
Email: [email protected]
Website: LINK
3. Learn Spanish at Instituto Hispania
Learn Spanish at the newly established Spanish Institute in Patna.
Instituto Hispania started in 1997, and its famous name that created a niche for a renowned Spanish institute in India.
It’s one of the affordable Spanish centers that also delivers quality Spanish lessons.
The course is offered at seven levels, from beginners to advanced. All the programs are designed according to the CEFR and international Spanish proficiency tests like the DELE and SIELE.
With a friendly atmosphere and experienced teachers, Instituto Hispania is the best place to look for a Spanish learning center in Patna.
Address: TEFL Playschool, Maya Bhawan Free Press Lane, RK Bhattacharya Rd, Patna
Contact: 9654 709149.
Email: [email protected]
Website: LINK
4. German Language Centre (GLC)
Established in 2008, the German Language School is a successful German language institute in Patna and Bihar.
The GLC offers German courses in Patna to everyone and covers levels like A1, A2, B1, etc.
They also offer customized German classes and collaborate with numerous schools and educational institutions in Patna and Bihar.
Goethe exam is conducted twice a year at Patna in collaboration with Goethe-Institut Kolkata.
The GLC is the best-suited place for the German classes in Patna.
Address: Sahdeo Siya Sadan, 45-B, Sahdeo Mahto Marg, Shree Krishna Puri, Patna.
Contact: 82522 61649, 95074 24956.
Email: [email protected]
Website: LINK
5. King Sejong Korean Institute, Patna
Established in 2007 by the South Korean Government, King Sejong teaches Korean at the center. They also provide exposure to Korean culture, tradition, literature, music, dance, film, the visual arts, and cuisine.
All three King Sejong Institutes in India are affiliated with the Korean Culture Center in New Delhi.
Experienced & certified Korean teachers conduct Korean classes at King Sejong Institutes in Patna to ensure an authentic learning experience.
The syllabus is closely aligned to the Korean proficiency test, i.e., the TOPIK exam. Therefore, it covers more than the typical ‘Korean for foreigners’ textbooks.
Each course lasts SIX months, and the fee is only ₹ 2,000.
Address: Korean Center, CWRS, NIT, Patna.
Contact: 9006 256710, 91133 01167.
Email: [email protected]
Website: LINK or check their FB page
Is this institute still working? Because on google they were showing permanantly closed.
Which one? Yes, all are still offering courses, I guess.
Japanese class in Patna Patna. Can you suggest me the best??
I’m not aware of any. B.N.College was offering part-time Japanese courses in July. You can check with them.
What is the duration of the Korean language course? And how many courses are there in studying Korean?
Thank you, sir.
The duration is 6 months, and they have a few levels. But it would be better to contact them for the latest updates.
Hello sir, I am Diwakar from Patna, Punpun. How I can join the “This institute” and what documents required.
Enroll in the respective institute according to the admissions dates. You don’t need any special documents in private centers.
Hello sir. Am I capable to take admission to King Sejong institute as I am now studying for my 11th class?
Yes.
Is there any benefit to learning a foreign language from top colleges or gov university? Because I want to learn the Korean language but I am confused about where I could go
Not really. You can study at any private institute or through a teacher. You can check an article that I wrote stating the top 30 Korean centers in India.
Where I can check that article, sir?
Read — Learn Korean in India.
I want to do a Turkish language course.
To the best of my knowledge, there isn’t any option in Patna for learning Turkish.
Brother, I also want to prepare for language. What is the process? Help me.
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Sir, after completing my studies at King Sejong institute, what type of qualification will I get? (degree or diploma or certificate). Also what can be future scope?
You will earn King Sejong’s certificates. You can also take the TOPIK exam to earn an international diploma. After achieving a higher level, you can work in any company that requires Korean language skills. You can also work as a freelance translator, interpreter, content writer, teacher, to name a few.
Sir, I am searching for a language course. Please suggest.
Which language do you want to learn? You can consider For GLC for German, Instituto Hispania for Spanish, and King Sejong for Korean. You can find all the details in this article.
Sir, I want to join the Korean course. Can you please tell me the admission process and also the timing of classes. After my 12th, I want to join the course.
For that, you have to contact the King Sejong Institute, NIT Patna. The class timing depends on the batch, and admission is based on a first-come, first-served. You can check the contact details of the institute in this article.
I want to learn the Korean language. Can you tell me if its class will be a scare?
No. There’s nothing to be afraid of. On the contrary, you will enjoy learning Korean. 🙂
Hello, Which university in Patna offers foreign language courses? Could you please help me. Thank you.
Patna University. All details are there in this article.
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True. I wish you all the best.
The Korean language classes in NIT is only for the NIT students, or the students of any other college can also learn there?
Anyone can enroll at King Sejong Institute. NIT Patna is just a center where they conduct the Korean classes.
Hello Sir,
I want to join some language course in Patna. Please advise which one will be better to work as a freelance in the future. And also the Institute for the same.
The choice of language depends on several factors. You can contemplate between French, Spanish, German, Japanese, and Mandarin. Once you have decided, let me know. I’ll suggest something. Do remember, there aren’t many learning options in Patna.
Sir, I am a third-year BBA student, and I want to learn a language course for job opportunities and thus I won’t be able to give full time in the language courses. Could you suggest to me some institutes which I can attend after my classes?
You can join any private institutes provided that they are offering evening or weekend classes. There are quite a few in Patna.
Institute of Foreign Languages is a good option for the German Language in Patna. IFI selects students on merit and provides scholarship, and they work for job orientation for poor students once you get selected. Fee is very less in comparison to any institute in India.
Hi Sir,
I want to learn German for masters in Germany. Looking at the post – Glc is best in Patna, there is the Centre of English and foreign language whose reviews are also very good. Please let me know which one to go for.
Regards,
Anurag
I’m not aware of Center of E&F Languages. GLC is a good option in Patna. You can visit and decide accordingly.
I went to the GLC. She does not take responsibility their German course provides me a job. Fortunately, I got the opportunity to take part in the Interview of IFL and got selected. IFL Patna registration for the interview, dates are out from August 20th to September 20th.
Sir, I want to learn the Japanese language.
You can try Patna University or Nalanda University. I’m not aware of any Japanese learning center in Patna. In Kolkata and Delhi, there are plenty of good options.
Is there any English language learning course available?
No idea. I don’t cover courses related to the English language.
What are the prospects for the French language? Will, it fetch me a job if I did a diploma course from it?
You may get any entry-level French job. These days in the competitive job market, one should at least aim for a 3-year Advanced Diploma or the DELF B2.
Sir, I want to learn the German language. Sir tell me how to start my career in German.
Join any reputed learning centre to study German, Aim for higher proficiency, and then apply for many jobs related to German.
Chinese language.
There are not enough options for the Chinese course in Patna. You can try Patna University.