Bihar

Bihar’s higher education system is diverse, encompassing various types of institutions that cater to a wide range of academic disciplines. The state is home to 29 universities, including 4 central universities, 20 state universities, 7 private universities, and 2 deemed universities. This educational framework plays a crucial role in fostering academic research and development, contributing significantly to the region’s socio-economic growth and development.

Central Universities
Central universities are funded and established by the central government, often recognized for their academic excellence.
– Central University of South Bihar, Gaya
– Nalanda University, Rajgir
– Mahatma Gandhi Central University, Motihari
– Dr. Rajendra Prasad Central Agricultural University, Samastipur

State Universities
State universities are established by the state government and primarily funded by it. They offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
– B.R. Ambedkar Bihar University, Muzaffarpur
– B.N. Mandal University, Madhepura
– Chanakya National Law University, Patna
– Jai Prakash University, Chapra
– Kameshwar Singh Darbhanga Sanskrit University, Darbhanga
– Lalit Narayan Mithila University, Darbhanga
– Magadh University, Bodh Gaya
– Maulana Mazharul Haque Arabic and Persian University, Patna
– Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna
– Nalanda Open University, Patna

Private Universities
Private universities are established by private entities and offer a variety of programs, often focusing on specialized fields.
– Amity University, Patna
– Sandip University, Sijoul
– Gopal Narayan Singh University, Rohtas
– Al-Karim University, Katihar
– Mata Gujri University, Kishanganj
– Dr. C.V. Raman University, Vaishali
– K.K. University, Biharsharif

Deemed Universities
Deemed universities have been granted the status of a university by the Ministry of Human Resource Development based on their academic reputation.
– Nava Nalanda Mahavihara, Nalanda
– Bihar Yoga Bharati, Munger