Overview
AIPH University is a state private university located in the Khordha district of Odisha, India. It was established under the legislative framework of the Government of Odisha that permits the creation of self-financed private universities within the state, and operates as a degree-granting institution offering programmes across multiple disciplines.
Key facts
| Type | State private university |
|---|---|
| Location | Khordha district, Odisha, India |
| Country | India |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Odisha |
Background
Odisha has expanded higher education access in recent decades through the establishment of private universities under state legislation, complementing the public university system anchored by Utkal University, Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, and others. AIPH University falls within this category of state private universities, which are recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) under the relevant regulatory framework for awarding degrees.
Location and setting
The university is situated in Khordha district, which lies in the eastern coastal region of Odisha and includes the state capital Bhubaneswar. The district is one of the principal educational hubs of the state, hosting a number of universities, technical institutions, and research centres.
Significance
As a state private university, AIPH University contributes to the diversification of higher education provision in Odisha, supplementing government-run institutions by offering professional and academic programmes within the regulatory ambit of the state and the UGC.
Related topics
- Khordha district
- Education in Odisha
- List of universities in Odisha
- Private universities in India
- University Grants Commission (India)
- Bhubaneswar
References
- Wikidata: Q65076915