The Campus: A Sprawling Hub in Selaiyur

BIHER's main campus is a significant landmark in Chennai's suburban landscape.

• Location: Situated primarily in Selaiyur, Tambaram, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

• Campus Size & Vibe: It's a very large campus, often cited as encompassing over 300 acres (including associated facilities). The campus features a mix of older (from the original engineering college days) and newer buildings, creating a sprawling, bustling environment typical of a large university with a massive student intake. 

• Infrastructure & Facilities: As a large Deemed University, it is extensively equipped:

• Academic Infrastructure: Numerous blocks dedicated to different faculties and departments (Engineering, Medical, Dental, Management, Law, etc.).

• Libraries: A massive Central Library plus numerous well-stocked departmental libraries, offering vast print and digital resources. 

• Laboratories & Workshops: Extensive and well-equipped labs supporting all branches of Engineering, Medical Sciences (pre-clinical, para-clinical), Dental sciences, Pharmacy, Basic Sciences, Computer Applications, etc. Workshops for engineering are a key feature. 

• Learning Spaces: Numerous lecture halls, seminar rooms, auditoriums, and smart classrooms.

• Hospital Integration: Features its own teaching hospital on or adjacent to the campus.

• Sports Complex: Comprehensive facilities for a wide range of indoor and outdoor sports, including large grounds, courts, and potentially a swimming pool/gymnasium. 

• Amenities: Multiple food courts and canteens, banking facilities (ATMs/branches), convenience stores, transportation services, guest houses, and residential facilities.

Healthcare Presence: Bharath Medical College & Hospital

BIHER has a significant footprint in healthcare education and delivery.

• Medical College & Hospital: Yes, the university operates the Bharath Medical College and Hospital (BMCH), located within or very close to its main campus. 

• BMCH Hospital: This is a large multi-speciality tertiary care teaching hospital. Key features include:

• Capacity: A substantial bed strength (check current figures, likely 750+ beds).

• Services: Offers comprehensive medical care including 24/7 Emergency & Trauma, Critical Care Units (ICUs), modern Operation Theatres, advanced diagnostic services (Radiology, Labs), Blood Bank, Pharmacy, and OPD/IPD across major clinical specialties.

• Dental College: BIHER also runs the Sree Balaji Dental College & Hospital (often associated/integrated), a major dental institution. 

• Educational Role: BMCH and the Dental College serve as the primary clinical training grounds for BIHER's students in MBBS, MD/MS, BDS, MDS, Nursing, Pharmacy (Pharm.D), Physiotherapy, and Allied Health Sciences programs, providing vital hands-on patient care experience. 

Fee Structure: Deemed University Spectrum in Chennai

As a large Deemed University in a metro city, BIHER's fees are significant and vary widely across programs. Medical/Dental fees are particularly high.

Campus Living: Extensive Hostel Accommodation

Given its large size and diverse student body, BIHER provides extensive residential facilities.

• Accommodation: Numerous, separate hostel blocks for boys and girls are available within the campus, catering to thousands of students. Various room types (AC/Non-AC, different sharing configurations) are usually offered. 

• Amenities: Hostels generally offer essential furniture, 24/7 security, power backup, Wi-Fi connectivity, common rooms, recreational facilities, gymnasium, laundry services (paid), housekeeping, and warden supervision. Easy access to campus medical facilities is a plus.

• Dining: Multiple large mess halls and numerous food courts/cafeterias are spread across the campus, offering a wide variety of cuisines (South Indian, North Indian, potentially Continental/Chinese) to cater to diverse palates. 

• Cost: Hostel and mess fees represent a significant additional annual expense. Depending on AC/Non-AC, room sharing, and mess plan, expect costs to range roughly from ₹1,20,000 to ₹2,00,000 or more per year. Confirm the specific rates for different options during admission.

Admissions & Career Launch: The BIHER Pathway

• Getting Through the Door:

• Bharath Engineering Entrance Exam (BEEE): The university conducts its own national-level online entrance exam, BEEE, which is the primary mode of admission for its B.Tech programs. BEEE scores often determine eligibility and scholarship levels.

• Medical/Dental (MBBS/BDS/MD/MS/MDS): Admission is strictly based on qualifying ranks in NEET-UG or NEET-PG/MDS. As a Deemed University, seat allotment for almost all seats (General/Management/NRI) is handled through the centralized counselling conducted by the Medical Counselling Committee (MCC), DGHS, Govt. of India.

• Other Courses: Admission to other programs (MBA, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing, Arts & Science, etc.) might be based on:

• National test scores (CAT/MAT/XAT for MBA, CLAT for Law, NATA for B.Arch, potentially JEE Main for B.Tech if seats remain).

• Merit in the qualifying examination (Class 12/Graduation).

• University-conducted entrance tests or interviews for specific programs.

• Always check the specific admission criteria on the BIHER website for your chosen program.

• Career Kickstart (Placements): BIHER has a well-established Career Development Cell that actively manages placements and internships.

• Strong Engineering Focus: Placements are historically strong for engineering graduates, especially from core branches and IT/CSE.

• Industry Outreach: The university maintains connections with a large number of companies across various sectors. Regular campus recruitment drives featuring major IT service companies, core engineering firms, automotive companies, banks, healthcare providers (for non-clinical roles), and pharma companies are common.

• Training: Emphasis on aptitude training, technical skill enhancement, soft skills development, and mock interviews.

• Recruiters: Attracts many top recruiters, including IT giants (TCS, Cognizant, Wipro, Infosys, Capgemini, HCL), core companies, banks (ICICI, HDFC), and others depending on the field.

• Salary Potential: BIHER generally reports high placement percentages for its engineering streams. While highest packages can be significant, the average package for B.Tech (CSE) and MBA graduates typically falls in the ₹4.5 LPA to ₹7 LPA range. Placements for other streams vary. Medical/Dental graduates pursue clinical paths. 

For International & NRI Aspirants

BIHER actively engages with international students and has clear provisions for the NRI category.