Aryabhatta Knowledge University

About Aryabhatta Knowledge University

Aryabhatta Knowledge University in Patna was set up by the Bihar government under a 2008 Act to run and affiliate professional education institutions.

Aryabhatta Knowledge University was created by the Government of Bihar under the Aryabhatta Knowledge University Act, 2008, and its first Vice-Chancellor took charge in March 2010. It affiliates many medical, engineering, pharmacy, nursing and other professional colleges across Bihar. On its Mithapur campus it runs its own schools in subjects such as journalism, river studies, nanoscience, stem cell technology, geography, economics, astronomy and philosophy. Recent additions include an MBA and an M.A./M.Sc in urban policy and governance.

Courses and fees

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Merit

Applications for the university's own schools are made on the AKU admission portal, where each programme has its own form. Merit lists are published by the schools. Students wanting to join affiliated professional colleges apply through the relevant state counselling.

Typical eligibility

• Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
• Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
• Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
• Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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