Welcome to PATA
Empowering Pentecostal Theological Institutions Across India and the Global South.
The Pentecostal Association for Theological Accreditation (PATA) strengthens theological education through accreditation, mentorship, and Spirit-filled collaboration.
The Pentecostal Association for Theological Accreditation (PATA) is a Spirit-led, Christ-centered fellowship dedicated to strengthening and accrediting Pentecostal theological institutions across India and the Global South.
We are committed to doctrinal integrity, academic excellence, and transformational theological education that equips leaders to impact churches and communities for the glory of God.
🕊️ Affiliated with Indian Pentecostal Assemblies (IPA)
Pentecostal Association for Theological Accreditation (PATA) is officially affiliated with Indian Pentecostal Assemblies (IPA) — a historic Pentecostal fellowship founded by Apostle Dr. David Prakasam.
This partnership reflects our shared commitment to:
- Biblical and Pentecostal doctrinal foundations
- Spirit-empowered theological education
- Excellence in training leaders for the Pentecostal Church
Under the spiritual and organizational covering of Indian Pentecostal Assemblies (IPA) — a recognized fellowship under the Pentecostal World Fellowship (PWF) — PATA continues to strengthen Bible colleges and seminaries across India and the Global South. This affiliation affirms our alignment with the broader Pentecostal movement and fosters greater credibility, unity, and impact in the Body of Christ.
We are grateful for the leadership of Rev. John Chrispus Prakasam, Director of IPA, and look forward to a fruitful collaboration in advancing Spirit-filled ministry and theological standards.
📄 Download Affiliation Certificate (PDF)
🤝 Membership in PATA
Join a growing community of like-minded institutions, educators, and ministries passionate about Spirit-empowered leadership and theological training.
Institutional Membership
For Bible colleges, seminaries, and theological training centers
Individual Membership
For educators, scholars, pastors, and theological leaders
Associate Membership
For partner organizations, networks, and ministries aligned with our vision
✅ What Is Accreditation?
Accreditation is a collaborative process of self-study and external review that confirms a theological institution’s commitment to spiritual integrity, academic credibility, and missional effectiveness.
- Self-evaluation based on PATA standards
- Peer review by qualified Pentecostal educators
- Ongoing mentoring and developmental support
📚 Theological Commission
PATA’s Theological Commission nurtures Pentecostal scholarship and contributes to the development of contextual theology in the region. The Commission advances its mission through:
- Collaborative theological research
- Conferences, symposia, and regional consultations
- Academic journals and theological publications
We aim to foster theological clarity, spiritual maturity, and academic excellence within the Pentecostal tradition.
📈 Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement
PATA is committed to a culture of continuous growth and excellence. We walk alongside institutions to help them sustain and enhance the quality of their theological programs through:
- Periodic institutional reviews
- Quality improvement strategies
- Faculty and leadership development workshops
This ensures that member institutions remain effective, relevant, and Spirit-empowered in fulfilling their mission.
🧭 Curriculum Development Support
We provide expert guidance to institutions in developing and strengthening their theological curricula, ensuring they are:
- Deeply rooted in Pentecostal distinctives
- Responsive to the cultural and spiritual context of India and Asia
- Informed by global best practices in ministerial training and theological formation
Our goal is to equip institutions to train leaders who are biblically grounded, theologically sound, and missionally engaged.
📩 Get in Touch With Us
We’re here to answer your questions about membership, accreditation, and how PATA can support your institution.
