Śrīla Prabhupāda envisioned a systematic education of his books within ISKCON, and he personally designated various courses such as Bhakti Śāstrī, Bhakti Vaiḥbhava, Bhakti Vedānta, and Bhakti Sarvabhauma. In line with this vision, ISKCON Melbourne initiated its śāstric courses in 2003. These courses serve to cultivate a community founded on the spiritual principles presented in Śrīla Prabhupāda’s teachings. Our commitment lies in providing high-quality spiritual education at the local level, fostering a deeper understanding, practice and sharing of bhakti yoga.
Courses we offer
Preliminary Courses/Exam
Founder-Ācārya Course:
Important Dates for Courses in 2026
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Courses/Exam
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Course Dates |
Apply Before |
Location |
Remarks |
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Founder Acarya Course |
14, 15 Mar |
28 Feb |
St Kilda |
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04, 05 Jul |
15 Jun |
TBC | ||
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17, 18 Oct |
1 Sep |
TBC | ||
| Srila Prabhupada Lilamrita Examination |
21 Feb |
01 Feb |
Port Melbourne | |
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20 Jun | 31 May |
South Melbourne |
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31 Oct |
10 Oct |
TBC | ||
| ISKCON Disciple Course | 25, 26 Apr & 2 May | 05 Apr | Port Melbourne | |
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12, 13 & 20 Sep |
20 Aug |
TBC |
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| Teachers Training Course – 1 |
30 & 31 May, 13, 14 & 21 Jun |
15 May |
Port Melbourne | |
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Teachers Training Course – 2 |
TBC |
TBC |
TBC |
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Bhakti Sastri |
Commencing Feb 2026 |
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Near Temple |
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Bhakti Vaibhav |
Commencing Feb 2026 |
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Near Temple |
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Get in Touch
Please contact us on imeducation@iskcon.net.au if you have any questions about the course or registration process.
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