Admission 2026 — Direct Admission, No Entrance Exam

Decision in 5 working days. Counsellor calls within 1 hour of your enquiry. Mon–Sat, 9 AM – 6 PM.

Direct Admission Decision in 5 Days No Entrance Exam Toll-Free 1800-419-8443

How It Works

Three Steps to Admission

A simple, transparent admission process. No middlemen, no hidden steps.

Enquire

Submit your details via our Apply form, call 1800-419-8443, or WhatsApp +91 8709 167 512. Our counsellor will call you back within 1 hour during working hours (Mon–Sat, 9 AM – 6 PM).

Visit the Campus

Come to the VIMS campus at Agamkuan Main Road, Chhoti Pahari, Patna. Tour the labs, meet the faculty, and ask anything. There's no obligation to apply during the visit. You're welcome to bring a parent or guardian.

Confirm

If you decide to proceed, submit the admission form along with the documents. The first instalment payment finalises your seat. Decisions are communicated within 5 working days — most applicants hear back within 48 hours.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility

Campus Mode

For MLT, OTT, and RIT — full-time programmes

12th Science pass from any recognised education board (BSEB, CBSE, ICSE/CISCE, NIOS, or any state/national board)
Subjects must include any science subject — Physics, Chemistry, or Biology
No entrance exam required
Direct admission based on 12th marks and counsellor interaction

Flexible Mode

For Physiotherapy, Dialysis, Optometry, Cardiac Care, Hospital Management

Currently working in a healthcare role — nurse, technician, paramedic, hospital staff, clinic staff, or healthcare admin
Acceptable proof: current employer letter on letterhead, recent salary slip, or healthcare staff ID card
Coursework matches and credentials your existing job role

Healthcare programmes are technically rigorous, and a science background is essential for laboratory, surgical, and imaging coursework. Counsellors can review border-line cases — call 1800-419-8443.

Fee Schedule

2026–27 Academic Session Fees

Important: The figures below are the canonical VIMS fees for the 2026–27 admission session. Some third-party sites may show stale figures — please verify against this page or call 1800-419-8443.

Campus Mode Fees

Programme	Duration	Total Course Fee
Advanced Diploma	2 years	₹89,000
B.Voc (Bachelor of Vocation)	3 years	₹1,71,000
B.Voc (Lateral Entry)	2 years	₹1,16,000

Flexible Mode Fees

Programme	Duration	Total Course Fee
Advanced Diploma	2 years	₹69,000
B.Voc (Bachelor of Vocation)	3 years	₹1,31,000
B.Voc (Lateral Entry)	2 years	₹1,01,000

Additional Charges (Both Modes)

Admission Form Fee — ₹2,000 (one-time, payable at application)
Education Kit (Campus Mode) — ₹7,000 (one-time; includes lab coat, apron, ID card, tie, belt)
Education Kit (Flexible Mode) — ₹7,000 (one-time; optional)
Examination Fee — ₹7,000 per semester (set by the affiliating university, subject to revision)
Lateral Entry Fee — ₹1,000 (one-time, applicable only for Lateral Entry candidates)

Day-One Payment

Speak with our admissions counsellor for the exact instalment breakdown for your chosen programme. We give you a written instalment schedule at the time of admission so your family knows exactly what's due and when.

What to Bring

Documents Needed at Admission

Bring originals to the campus visit. We return them to you the same day after photocopying.

12th Standard Marksheet and Pass Certificate from your education board
Aadhaar Card (both sides — photocopies of front and back)
Migration Certificate from your education board
College Leaving Certificate (also called Transfer Certificate / School Leaving Certificate)
Character Certificate from your last institution
5 recent passport-size photographs

Flexible Mode applicants only: additionally bring proof of current healthcare employment — current employer letter, recent salary slip, or healthcare staff ID card.

If your documents are in process or temporarily unavailable, bring whatever original you have plus a written application explaining the delay. We work with you on a reasonable timeline to complete the file.

2026–27 Session

Important Dates

Application open

Now — apply any time

Counsellor calls within

1 hour of enquiry (Mon–Sat, 9 AM – 6 PM)

Admission decision within

5 working days of complete submission — most within 48 hours

Session start

Updated on this page once finalised — call 1800-419-8443 for the current schedule

Why VIMS

Why Choose VIMS

Six reasons families across Bihar choose VIMS for paramedical education.

A Real Bachelor's Degree

VIMS awards a UGC-approved Bachelor of Vocation (B.Voc). The 2016 UGC directive recognises B.Voc at par with any Bachelor's degree for competitive examinations conducted by UPSC, SSC, and State PSCs.

Hospital-Aligned Training

Programme concludes with a final-year hospital internship at our partner hospital network. Students get hands-on clinical exposure before they graduate.

UGC-approved & NSQF-aligned

Both regulatory stamps appear on your certificate. Your degree is recognised at the National Skills Qualifications Framework level.

Direct Admission

No entrance exam, no coaching requirement, no months-long waiting period. Admission decision is based on your 12th Standard performance, document verification, and a counsellor interaction.

Flexible Mode for Working Professionals

Healthcare workers can earn a UGC-recognised Bachelor's degree without leaving their job. Schedule designed to accommodate working hours.

Frequently Asked

Admission FAQs

Common questions about admission, fees, and the process. For programme-specific questions, see /programs/.

Is B.Voc a real Bachelor's degree, or just a diploma?

B.Voc is a regular three-year Bachelor's degree, awarded under UGC-recognised university authority. It is the same status as B.A., B.Sc., B.Com., B.Tech. The 2016 UGC directive specifically states that B.Voc shall be recognised at par with any Bachelor's degree for competitive examinations conducted by UPSC, SSC, State PSC, and the Staff Selection Commission. This includes Indian Railways, ESIC, CGHS, and most other government recruitment categories.

What if my documents are pending — what should I do?

Bring whatever originals you have along with a written application explaining the delay. Decisions are usually communicated within 48 hours of complete submission, and we work with you on reasonable extensions for missing documents.

Do I need to give an entrance exam?

No. VIMS uses direct admission based on 12th Standard performance, document verification, and a counsellor interaction at the campus. There is no separate entrance test.

Will my admission be confirmed on the same day I visit?

Most applicants receive a decision within 48 hours of submitting documents and the first-instalment payment. If your documents are complete and the counsellor interaction goes well, same-day confirmation is possible. If documents are pending, we communicate the timeline directly.

What is the language of instruction?

Lectures are conducted primarily in English with Hindi explanations where needed. Course materials and exam scripts include Hindi-medium options for clinical and laboratory subjects, with English where industry terminology requires it.

My family is from outside Patna — is hostel available?

VIMS does not operate its own hostel, but we maintain a list of trusted private hostels and PG accommodations within walking distance of the campus, with rents typically ranging from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 per month including meals. Our admissions counsellor will share the list during your campus visit.

Three steps to begin

Counsellor calls within 1 hour. Mon–Sat, 9 AM – 6 PM.

Apply Now → Call 1800-419-8443 WhatsApp

Visit: Viraj Institute of Medical Science, 1st Floor, Agamkuan Main Road, Chhoti Pahari, Patna 800007 Bihar