This stage at Jnana Nilaya includes the study of Philosophy and Graduation, which spans three years. The final year of which is specially designated as the stage of immediate preparation for the novitiate. Philosophy brings out greater awareness to see the reality of the self, people, the world and God which would lead them to a life mediated by meaning and motivated by values and love. Besides it is the bedrock that would orientate the young men to choose wisely and authentically and prepare them for religious life/ theological studies.