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Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education (AIHE) is a private multi-discipline institute established in 2000 at Chhitnawa, Danapur, Patna, Bihar. Health science and nursing programmes are affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS) and approved by the Department of Health, Government of Bihar and the Bihar Nurses Registration Council. Management, technology, law, and other programmes are affiliated to Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU), Patna. AIHE is approved by AICTE for eligible programmes.
AIHE does not currently appear in any NIRF 2025 ranked list.
The campus is located at Chhitnawa, Danapur, Patna, in the western suburb of Patna city on the Patna-Danapur belt. The institute offers over 52 courses spanning nursing, pharmacy, paramedical sciences, management, law, computer applications, engineering diploma, hospitality, and mass communication.
- Nursing and Allied Health (flagship) — BSc Nursing, GNM, ANM, Post Basic BSc Nursing, MSc Nursing (5 specialisations)
- Pharmacy — B.Pharma, M.Pharm (5 specialisations), Pharm.D, D.Pharma
- Paramedical Sciences — BPT, MPT, BMLT, MMLT, Optometry, DMLT, Diploma in Operation Theatre Technology, Diploma in Dialysis Technology
- Management and Commerce — MBA (5 specialisations), PGDM, PGCM, BBA
- Law — BA LLB, BBA LLB (5-year integrated), LLB (3-year)
- Technology and Other UG — BCA, MCA, BJMC, BHMCT, Diploma Engineering (5 branches)
The BSc Nursing fee is INR 7 Lakhs for four years. B.Pharma costs INR 4.20 Lakhs for four years. MBA costs INR 3.05 Lakhs for two years. GNM costs INR 5 Lakhs for three years.
AIHE Admission Dates 2026
AIHE admissions for 2026 use different exam routes for each school. Nursing and paramedical admissions follow Bihar state counselling. Management admissions are institutional based on national exam scores. The table below shows the 2026-27 schedule.
| Programme | 2026 Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| BSc Nursing and GNM | BNRC counselling, August to October 2026 | In progress |
| ANM | BNRC/state counselling, August to October 2026 | In progress |
| B.Pharma | BiCECE result and counselling, July to September 2026 | Final rounds |
| BPT and BMLT | Merit-based, August to September 2026 | Final rounds / stray vacancies |
| BBA, BCA, BJMC, BHMCT | Merit-based, July to September 2026 | Stray vacancies open |
| BA LLB and BBA LLB | CLAT 2026 / AKU counselling | Concluded |
| MBA and PGDM (2027-29 batch) | CAT 2026 (November 2026), GD-PI Feb to March 2027 | Upcoming |
The course-wise entrance exams accepted at AIHE are listed below.
| Programme | Exam Accepted |
|---|---|
| BSc Nursing / GNM / ANM | BNRC counselling (Class 12 PCB merit) |
| B.Pharma | BiCECE / NEET UG (PCB) merit |
| BPT / BMLT / Optometry | Class 12 PCB merit |
| BA LLB / BBA LLB / LLB | CLAT / AKU Entrance Test |
| MBA / PGDM | CAT / MAT / CMAT / XAT |
| BCA / MCA | Class 12 / Graduation merit (AKU) |
| Diploma Engineering | Bihar Polytechnic DCECE |
AIHE Courses and Fees
AIHE offers over 52 programmes. Nursing and pharmacy programmes are the flagship, with BSc Nursing at INR 7 Lakhs for four years being the highest-fee course. Management and technology programmes are offered at lower fee points.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Nursing | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB and 45%, BNRC counselling | INR 7 Lakhs |
| GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) | 3 years | 10+2 with PCB and 40%, BNRC counselling | INR 5 Lakhs |
| ANM | 2 years | Class 10 pass (for ANM), Bihar BNRC process | INR 1.59 Lakhs |
| B.Pharma | 4 years | 10+2 with PCB or PCM and 50%, BiCECE | INR 4.20 Lakhs |
| Pharm.D | 6 years | 10+2 with PCB, 50%, NEET UG | INR 4.54 Lakhs |
| BPT (Bachelor of Physiotherapy) | 4.5 years | 10+2 with PCB and 45% | INR 3.10 Lakhs |
| BMLT (Medical Lab Technology) | 3 years | 10+2 with PCB and 45% | INR 2.29 Lakhs |
| BBA | 3 years | 10+2 in any stream | INR 2.60 Lakhs |
| MBA (all specialisations) | 2 years | Graduation with 50%, CAT/MAT/CMAT/XAT | INR 3.05 Lakhs |
| BA LLB and BBA LLB (integrated) | 5 years | 10+2 with 45%, CLAT / AKU Entrance | INR 3.10 Lakhs |
| BCA | 3 years | 10+2 with Maths | INR 2.60 Lakhs |
| BHMCT (Hotel Management) | 4 years | 10+2 in any stream | INR 3 Lakhs |
MSc Nursing is offered in 5 specialisations (Community Health, Medical Surgical, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Paediatric, Psychiatric) at INR 1.50 Lakhs per year. M.Pharm is offered in 5 specialisations at INR 2.20 Lakhs for two years. MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) costs INR 1.80 Lakhs for two years.
AIHE Admission Process
BSc Nursing, GNM, and ANM Admission
Nursing admissions at AIHE are conducted through Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC) centralised counselling. Candidates must have passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. Minimum 45% aggregate is required for BSc Nursing and 40% for GNM. Seat allotment is based on Class 12 PCB marks through BNRC online counselling. ANM requires Class 10 pass and is female-only per BNRC norms.
B.Pharma and Pharm.D Admission
B.Pharma admission follows BiCECE (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination) merit lists or NEET UG score for eligible candidates. Candidates need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics with at least 50% marks. Pharm.D requires NEET UG. M.Pharm requires a B.Pharma degree with 55% marks and a valid GPAT score.
Paramedical Sciences (BPT, BMLT, Optometry) Admission
BPT, BMLT, and optometry admissions are merit-based using Class 12 PCB marks. Candidates apply directly to AIHE. A minimum aggregate of 45% in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology is required. Post-basic and postgraduate programmes (MPT, MMLT) require the corresponding UG degree with at least 50%.
Management and Commerce (MBA, PGDM, BBA) Admission
MBA and PGDM admission at AIHE requires a graduation degree with at least 50% marks. A valid CAT, MAT, CMAT, or XAT score is required, followed by a Group Discussion and Personal Interview at the institute. BBA admission is merit-based on Class 12 aggregate with no entrance exam requirement.
Law (BA LLB, BBA LLB, LLB) Admission
Candidates for the five-year integrated BA LLB and BBA LLB must have completed 10+2 with at least 45% aggregate. Admission is based on CLAT or AKU Entrance Test merit. The three-year LLB requires a graduation degree with 45% and is for working professionals or graduates seeking a law degree.
AIHE Campus and Infrastructure
AIHE is located at Chhitnawa, Danapur, Patna, Bihar 801503, on the western periphery of Patna city. The Danapur area is well-connected to central Patna via the Patna-Danapur railway link and road routes. The institute houses nursing simulation labs, pharmacy labs, physiotherapy clinics, computer centres, and a central library tailored for its health science and professional programmes.
The institute claims more than 35,000 successful students since its founding in 2000, reflecting over two decades of operation in Bihar’s health education sector. A dedicated placement cell supports nursing and paramedical graduates in finding clinical, hospital, and community health roles across Bihar and other states.
AIHE vs Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna vs Nalanda College of Pharmacy, Patna
Candidates in Bihar considering AIHE often evaluate it alongside Chandragupt Institute of Management Patna (CIMP) for the management dimension and Nalanda College of Pharmacy for the pharmacy dimension. Each institution covers a part of the AIHE programme portfolio at specialist depth.
| Parameter | AIHE, Patna | Chandragupt Institute of Management (CIMP), Patna | Nalanda College of Pharmacy, Patna |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Multi-discipline private institute | Autonomous management institute (AICTE) | Specialist pharmacy college |
| Flagship Programme | BSc Nursing, GNM, B.Pharma | PGDM | B.Pharma, M.Pharm |
| Affiliation | BUHS, AKU | AICTE autonomous, AKU | Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU) |
| Entrance Exam | BNRC/CLAT/CAT/BiCECE (by programme) | CAT, CMAT, XAT | BiCECE |
| Location | Danapur, Patna | Mithapur, Patna | Patna |
| Key Differentiator | Breadth across nursing, pharmacy, law, management under one campus | Top management institute in Bihar with strong placement record | Dedicated pharmacy college with specialist faculty |
AIHE suits candidates who want a single institute for multiple disciplines or who want nursing and paramedical training in Patna. CIMP is the stronger choice for dedicated MBA and PGDM aspirants in Bihar. Nalanda College of Pharmacy is suited for students focused exclusively on pharmaceutical sciences.
AIHE FAQs
Ques. Is AIHE Patna good for BSc Nursing?
Ans. AIHE Patna is a Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC) approved nursing institute affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS). It has been operating since 2000 and claims over 35,000 successful students. BSc Nursing costs INR 7 Lakhs for four years. Admission is through BNRC centralised counselling based on Class 12 PCB merit.
Ques. What is the GNM fee at AIHE Patna?
Ans. The GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) total fee at AIHE Patna is INR 5 Lakhs for three years. Candidates need 10+2 with PCB and minimum 40% marks. Admission is through Bihar Nurses Registration Council (BNRC) centralised counselling.
Ques. What is the B.Pharma fee at AIHE Patna?
Ans. The B.Pharma total fee at AIHE Patna is INR 4.20 Lakhs for four years. Admission is through BiCECE (Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination) merit. Candidates need 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology or Mathematics with at least 50% marks.
Ques. Does AIHE Patna offer MBA?
Ans. Yes. AIHE Patna offers MBA in five specialisations: Finance, HR, Marketing, IT, and Operations. The total fee is INR 3.05 Lakhs for two years. Admission requires graduation with 50% marks and a valid CAT, MAT, CMAT, or XAT score, followed by a GD-PI round at the institute. PGDM is also offered at INR 2.85 Lakhs for two years.
Ques. Is AIHE Patna affiliated to Patna University?
Ans. No. AIHE Patna is not affiliated to Patna University. Health science and nursing programmes are affiliated to Bihar University of Health Sciences (BUHS). Management, law, computer applications, and other programmes are affiliated to Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU), Patna.
Ques. What courses does AIHE Patna offer for Class 10 pass students?
Ans. Class 10 pass students can apply for ANM (Auxiliary Nursing and Midwifery) at AIHE Patna at a total fee of INR 1.59 Lakhs. ANM is a 2-year programme approved by the Bihar Nurses Registration Council and is open to female candidates only.
Ques. Does AIHE Patna offer Law programmes?
Ans. Yes. AIHE Patna offers BA LLB and BBA LLB as 5-year integrated programmes at INR 3.10 Lakhs total, and a 3-year LLB at INR 2.10 Lakhs. Admission to BA LLB and BBA LLB is based on CLAT or AKU Entrance Test scores. Eligibility for the 5-year integrated programme is 10+2 with 45% in any stream.
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Yes, you can do the GNM course at Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, even if your 10+2 had Maths instead of Biology. GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery) accepts 10+2 pass in any stream
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Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna (AIHE, Patna) is accepting applications for UG courses (including B.Sc programs such as B.Sc Nursing) for the 2025-26 session.
Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, offers the GNM program, and it is 3 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for GNM are 10+2. The total fees for the Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, GNM in 2025 are INR 5.01 Lakhs for the complete course duration. Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education (AIHE), Patna, is accepting admissions for the General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) program for the 2025-2026 academic session.
Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is offered as 4 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc (Nursing) is 10+2. The total fees for Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing in 2025 is INR 7.01 Lakhs for the complete course duration
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Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is offered as 4 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc (Nursing) is 10+2. The total fees for Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is INR 7.01 Lakhs for the complete course duration
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Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is offered as 4 Years Full Time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.Sc (Nursing) is 10+2. The total fees for Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education Patna B.Sc (Nursing) Nursing is INR 7.01 Lakhs for the complete course duration
Based on the latest available information, direct admission into the MPT (Master of Physiotherapy) program at Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education (AIHE), Patna, is not offered. Admission requires submitting a formal application within 40 days of the admission notice, following the standard process and eligibility criteria (i.e., completion of BPT).
Yes, Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, offers the Certificate in Medical Dresser (CMD) course. It is a 1-year paramedical certificate program that trains students in wound care, bandaging, first aid, and basic patient care. Eligibility is 10th pass (Matric), and graduates can work as medical dressers in hospitals and clinics.
Admission to Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education begins after the release of application forms on the institute's or affiliated university portal. Candidates must fill out the form, submit required documents, and pay the application fee. Selection is based on previous academic merit. Shortlisted students complete verification and fee payment to confirm admission
Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna B.P.T is offered as 4 Years full-time program. The minimum eligibility criteria for B.P.T. are 10+2. The total fees for the Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, B.P.T. is INR 2.6 Lakhs for the complete course duration. You can apply for admisison through NEET counselling.
The Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education is a decent option for B.Pharmacy if you want affordable education. However, check PCI approval, faculty, labs, and placement records carefully. Compare with other colleges too. For admission, apply through the institute, meet eligibility, and complete document verification. Choose based on quality and recognition.
To get admission into the B.Sc Nursing program at Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education, Patna, you must apply online through their official portal (aihe.in). Admissions are based on passing your 10+2 exams with Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (PCB), followed by clearing the institute's mandatory entrance test or interview rounds.
Ambedkar Institute of Higher Education (AIHE), Patna, offers a B.A. LL.B. (Bachelor of Arts + Bachelor of Laws) program. The fee information is not available online, you can contact the college for the information.
The fee for the BSc in Nursing is mentioned below:
The fee for the BSc in Nursing is mentioned below:
The Candidates should have passed the 10+2 exam from a recognized board. The students are required to fill out the application form, which is available on AIHE's official website. Submit the completed application form and the necessary documents as specified by the institute.