A space to dig deeper
into Sikhi.
Sikhi University is a free, open online university — built so that anyone, anywhere can study Sikhi seriously, from authentic sources, at their own pace.
Our purpose
Why we built Sikhi University
ਸਿੱਖ — the learner who never stops
The word ਸਿੱਖ literally means learner — one who sits at the feet of the Guru and never stops seeking. Gurbani's call to seek, to ask, to grow is not a suggestion; it is written into our very name. A Sikh is defined not by the knowledge they already have, but by their lifelong commitment to learning.
Sikhi is deep. Its history spans five centuries, its scripture holds the voices of the Gurus, the Bhagats, the Bhatts and devoted Gursikhs, and its philosophy speaks to the biggest questions of life. Yet for most people there has never been one welcoming, structured place to learn it — to move from a first question to real understanding.
But something else is breaking too. The writings of the Gurus and the great Gursikhs — penned in Punjabi, Braj Bhasha, Sant Bhasha, Persian, and Sanskrit — are becoming inaccessible to most of our global community. Children grow up in Toronto, London, Auckland, and São Paulo. They want to connect with ਗੁਰੂ ਸਾਹਿਬ. They want to read the ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ. But the languages have changed, the scholars are hard to reach, and the gap between the Guru's wisdom and their daily life keeps growing.
Languages drift. Generations lose threads. Community connections thin. But the longing for ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ does not disappear — it just goes unanswered.
We built Sikhi University to answer that longing — a calm, organised home where a curious beginner and a serious scholar are equally welcome. Every course here is a bridge: from the depth of the Guru Sahib's writings to the heart of a Sikh alive today. No fees. No barriers. The medium is English. The sources are authentic. And the destination is always the same: your own, personal, unbreakable bond with ਵਾਹਿਗੁਰੂ.
What you get
What the university offers
Real courses, by topic
Dozens of courses across theology, philosophy, history, language, spirituality, music, the arts — and modern skills like AI.
Taught from the sources
Courses are drawn from the works of leading Sikh scholars and writers, each acting as the course's professor.
Guided learning paths
Ordered tracks take you from the basics to deeper study, so you always know what to learn next.
Tests & certificates
Each course ends with a test. Pass with 80%+ to unlock the next course and earn a printable certificate.
Open & accessible
Read-aloud, larger text, high-contrast mode, offline access — built so everyone can use it.
Free, forever for now
Every course is free today. We may add paid offerings later, but open access stays at our core.
Graduate seminars
500-level advanced seminars across every subject — research-focused, scholarly, for serious students who want to go as deep as possible.
Getting started
How it works
- 1
Browse or follow a path.
Pick a topic, search the catalogue, or follow a guided learning path.
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Learn at your pace.
Work through lessons written in clear English, with key terms in Punjabi (Gurmukhi).
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Take notes & track progress.
Make notes as you go, build a streak, and earn badges on your dashboard.
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Pass the test, earn a certificate.
Score 80%+ to complete a course and unlock what comes next.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sikhi University really free?
Yes. Every course, lesson, test and learning path is free today, with no sign-up required to start learning — pick a course and begin straight away.
Do I need an account?
No account is needed to start a course. You only need to sign in — free, with a magic link and no password — to save your progress across devices and to download a certificate after you pass a course's test.
Is Sikhi University an accredited university?
No. Sikhi University is not an accredited institution, and its courses and academic-ladder programs (Certificate through Giani) are for self-development only — they don't confer an accredited degree.
What does the "Created by AI" label mean?
Some courses are drafted with AI to make broad teaching possible quickly. Every such course is clearly labelled "Created by AI" and reviewed for accuracy, and every Gurbani quote across the site is machine-verified against the canonical text of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji at build time — see the /integrity page for the method and numbers.
How does Sikhi University relate to the Sikh Archive?
The Sikh Archive (sikharchive.net) is a companion project — a growing library of Sikh primary sources and free courses. Sikhi University courses link out to it for deeper reading, and the two are designed to work hand in hand.
What subjects can I study?
Sikh theology, philosophy, history, language (Gurmukhi/Punjabi), spiritual practice, music (Gurmat Sangeet), art and architecture, comparative religion, ethics, and modern life skills — hundreds of free courses organised into guided learning paths from foundations to advanced study.
Together with the Sikh Archive
Sikhi University works alongside the Sikh Archive — a growing library of Sikh sources, history and free courses. Our courses point you there to read deeper, and the two sites are designed to work hand in hand.
Visit the Sikh Archive →A note on accuracy
Accuracy is sacred to us. Many courses are drafted with AI to make broad teaching possible quickly, and every one carries a clear "Created by AI" label. Every ਸ਼ਬਦ quoted in a course is machine-verified against the canonical text of ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ at build time — a quote that doesn't match, or cites the wrong ang, cannot ship. See the numbers and the method on our content-integrity page, or download the catalogue metadata and verification report as an openly-licensed dataset on our open data page. AI-drafted prose is reviewed for accuracy, Gurbani is handled with reverence, and we welcome corrections — use the feedback page to tell us anything we should fix.
Start learning →Sacred content & disclaimer
Sikhi University is an independent educational resource. It is not a religious authority, and it is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC), the Akal Takht, any Takht, any Gurdwara, or any other Sikh institution.
Our content — especially material drafted with the help of AI — is provided for learning and may contain errors. It is not a substitute for guidance from the ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗਰੰਥ ਸਾਹਿਬ ਜੀ, the ਪੰਜ ਪਿਆਰੇ, Granthis, or qualified scholars. For matters of faith, practice, or doctrine, please turn to authentic sources and your local ਸੰਗਤ.
Gurbani is presented with reverence and to the best of our ability for accuracy; even so, we encourage you to verify it against authentic, authoritative sources. The platform makes no warranty as to the completeness or accuracy of any content and is not liable for any reliance placed on it.