Bharath Institute of Higher Education And Research
About
OfficialIndia's first private university with ABET accreditation, offering 60+ innovative programs across engineering, medicine, and allied disciplines.
- Founded 1984 as Bharath Institute of Science and Technology (BIST); now a to-be-deemed university
- First private university in India to receive ABET (USA) accreditation in 2018
- 20,000+ students; 700+ patents; 30,000+ publications
- Highest package: 47.5 lakhs; consistent placement growth with major recruiters (Cognizant, HCL, LTI Mindtree, Movate)
- NIRF 2025 ranking in University & Overall categories; QS ranking 2025–26
- 170+ MOUs with international institutions; 60+ innovative courses across 17 schools
Academics
BIHER operates 17 schools spanning Aeronautical Engineering, Agriculture, Architecture, Allied Health Sciences, Arts, Basic Sciences, Bio-Engineering, Computing, Civil & Infrastructure Engineering, Dentistry, Electrical Engineering, Law, Medicine, Mechanical Engineering, Management & Commerce, Nursing, and Pharmacy. The university offers 30+ aggregate courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with admissions open for 2026. It emphasizes modern classroom technology, prior learning assessment, and career-oriented education with versatility.
Research & Innovation
The university maintains a strong research ecosystem with 700+ patents, 30,000+ publications, and funded research programs. It hosts a Centre of Excellence recognized for advanced AI infrastructure, an Innovation & Incubation Cell, and a Research Advisory Committee. BIHER regularly conducts international conferences (e.g., ICMBER 2026, ICAMMAE 2025) and offers consultancy services, FIST support, and collaborative research opportunities with international PhD supervisors.
Campus & Infrastructure
The campus features modern facilities including a library, sports facilities, hostels, transport services (100+ vehicles), yoga programs, and dedicated spaces for student development. Campus life is enriched through NCC, NSS, cultural programs (music, dance, debate), and intercollegiate sports competitions. The university maintains 170+ MOUs with international institutions and operates exchange programs (inbound, outbound, faculty, and virtual) to foster global academic engagement.
Placements & Outcomes
BIHER demonstrates consistent placement growth with a highest package of 47.5 lakhs. Major recruiters include Cognizant, HCL Technologies, LTI Mindtree, Movate, and INOUT. The Placement and Training Cell actively facilitates student-industry interface, with recent placements across IT, engineering, and healthcare sectors. The university focuses on both career-oriented growth and versatile skill development.
International Relations
BIHER has forged 170+ MOUs with foreign universities to promote academic exchanges, faculty collaboration, and global pedagogical advances. The university offers international scholarships, student visa support, and global internship programs. Recent partnerships include University Putra Malaysia (159th world ranking) and North American University. International students receive dedicated support through bank details, visa guidance, and IELTS/GRE/GMAT/TOEFL preparation.
Accreditation & Rankings
BIHER holds ABET (USA) accreditation since 2018, NAAC, NBA, NABL, and ISO certifications. It is ranked by NIRF 2025 (University & Overall categories), QS World Ranking 2025–26, and recognized by the Ministry of Human Welfare and Global Impact Ranking. The university is approved by AICTE with EOA through 2026–27.