The University is the brain child of Padmashree Dr. Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao a legendary figure and Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. It was inaugurated in 1986. The first chancellor of the university was none other than Late Dr. N.T.Ramarao Presently, the Hon’ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh is the Chancellor.
The Government of Andhra Pradesh renamed Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences as “Dr. YSR University of Health Sciences” by amending sub-section 2 of section 1 of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences (Amendment) Act, 2022. Act No.19 of 2022 was published in the extraordinary issue of the in Andhra Pradesh Gazette No.19 Part-IV-B, dt.28.10.2022.The University is the brainchild of Padmashree Dr. Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao a legendary figure and Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. It was inaugurated in 1986. The first chancellor of the university was none other than Late Dr. N.T.Ramarao Presently, the Hon’ble Governor of Andhra Pradesh is the Chancellor.
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), the Indian Nursing Council, and the Medical Council of India (MCI).
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada courses are offered at various levels like Undergraduate Degree i.e Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Neurophysiology Technology, Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), Bachelor of Science Honours (B.Sc. Hons.) Optometry etc.Postgraduate degree i.e Master of Surgery [MS] General Surgery, Master of Surgery [MS] Orthopedics, Master of Surgery [MS] Obstetrics & Gynaecology, etc. You can also find a brief overview of the different courses offered by the university across various disciplines with their specializations on the Course page.
Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada has a sprawling campus that is well-maintained and provides a serene environment for learning. The buildings are modern and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada making it easier for students to learn and faculty to teach. The classrooms of Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, Vijayawada, lecture halls, and labs are spacious, comfortable, and designed to provide an excellent learning experience. The library is also outstanding, with a vast collection of books, online resources, and knowledgeable librarians.
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The Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences has been conducting admissions into various Undergraduate, Post Graduate, Super specialty, Doctoral courses, and Post Doctoral Fellowship Courses in the branches of Modern Medicine, Dental, Homeopathy, Indian Systems of Medicine, and Paramedical Courses offered by the University.
The Admissions into the above courses including management seats shall be as per the merit in the NEET-UG, NEET-PG, NEET-SS, and AIPGET (AYUSH-PG) conducted by the designated authorities and AP EAMCET for admission into UG Nursing and Paramedical Courses.
"To create passion for compassion in education and training to a diverse body of students in a dynamic and collabrative environment."
"To bring health related disciplines under an umbrella to impart quality in education, research and training for technically competent, globally competitive and social relevant professionals with ethical value systems."