A Premier Institution of National Importance in Tamil Nadu, India. Recognized by UGC and accredited with 'A' Grade by NAAC. Fostering excellence in education, research and innovation since 1984.
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Established in 1984 as Bharath Institute of Science and Technology, BIHER has grown into a multidisciplinary university offering programs in Engineering, Medicine, Law, Management, Arts and Sciences.
The Institute is located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu across multiple campuses totaling over 250 acres. Our Selaiyur campus houses the main administrative block, engineering colleges, and research centers. The Medical College and Hospital is located in the Chromepet campus, providing state-of-the-art healthcare services while training future medical professionals.
BIHER is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an 'A' Grade. Our programs are approved by statutory bodies like AICTE, MCI, BCI, and PCI.
The university's vision is to be a globally recognized institution of higher learning that promotes knowledge creation, dissemination and application for the betterment of society. We emphasize innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration to ensure our graduates are well-prepared for the challenges of the 21st century.
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Chancellor
Former Union Minister of State for Information & Broadcasting. Visionary leader guiding BIHER's strategic direction since 2002.
Vice Chancellor
PhD from IIT Madras with 35+ years of academic experience. Spearheading academic excellence and research initiatives.
Registrar
Administrative head overseeing university operations, examinations, and student affairs across all campuses.
BIHER offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs across multiple disciplines with industry-relevant curriculum and hands-on learning.
B.Tech, M.Tech, PhD in Computer Science, Mechanical, Civil, ECE, EEE, AI & Data Science, Robotics, etc. NBA accredited programs.
Explore DepartmentsMBBS, MD, MS, BDS, MDS, Nursing, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy. 850-bed hospital with advanced medical infrastructure.
View Medical CollegeBBA, MBA, B.Com, M.Com, B.A. LL.B, LL.M. Industry-focused curriculum with moot courts and corporate training.
Business ProgramsB.Sc, M.Sc, PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biotechnology, Microbiology, English, Economics, etc.
Science ProgramsBIHER promotes a strong research culture with 25+ specialized research centers, funded projects from DST, DBT, AICTE, and international collaborations.
Nanotechnology, composite materials, corrosion studies
Cancer research, drug discovery, genomic analysis
Solar cell efficiency, wind energy, smart grids
Autonomous systems, computer vision, NLP
State-of-the-art labs with SEM, XRD, FTIR, HPLC, 3D printers, robotics kits, high-performance computing cluster with 500+ nodes.
Full-time and part-time doctoral programs across disciplines. Monthly fellowships of ₹25,000-35,000 for full-time scholars.
MoUs with 120+ companies for collaborative research, internships, and consultancy projects. Annual research funding of ₹12+ crores.
Applications are now open for undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs for the academic year 2024-25.
Admissions to MBBS/BDS programs are through NEET-UG. B.Tech admissions through JEE Main/BIHERET. MBA through CAT/MAT/CMAT/BIHERET. Law through CLAT/LSAT-India/BIHERET. For detailed eligibility criteria, visit our admissions portal.
Begin your journey at BIHER. Applications are accepted online only.
Online Application PortalNeed assistance? Contact admissions office:
+91-44-2229 0741
[email protected]
Experience vibrant campus life with modern facilities, cultural activities, sports, and student support services across our 250-acre campus.
Separate hostels for boys and girls with capacity for 5000+ students. Rooms are furnished with beds, study tables, wardrobes, and internet connectivity. Each hostel has common rooms, TV lounge, gym, and indoor games facilities. 24/7 security, medical facility, and dedicated wardens.
Multiple food courts and cafeterias serving vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Central dining hall with capacity for 1000 students. Special dietary requirements accommodated. Monthly meal plans available ranging from ₹3500-₹4500.
Olympic-size swimming pool, synthetic athletic track, football field, cricket ground, tennis/basketball/volleyball courts, indoor stadium for badminton and table tennis. Regular inter-college tournaments and annual sports meet with 5000+ participants.
On-campus health center with 24/7 medical officer and ambulance service. Tie-up with Bharath Medical College Hospital for emergencies. Counseling center with professional psychologists for student mental health support. Yoga and meditation classes regularly conducted.
2.5 lakh books, 15,000 e-journals, digital archives
Gigabit fiber network across 250 acres
60+ bus fleet covering Chennai routes
4 auditoriums with 500-2000 capacity
Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research
Bharath Institute Campus,
Selaiyur, Chennai - 600 073
Tamil Nadu, India
Landmark: Near Tambaram Railway Station
Admissions: +91-44-2229 0741
Examinations: +91-44-2229 0742
Accounts: +91-44-2229 0743
General Enquiry: +91-44-2229 0700
Email: [email protected]
Administrative Office:
Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Admissions Office (During season):
7 days a week, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM