- About
- Academic Programs
- Research
- Hospital & Clinical Facilities
- Public Health & Community Outreach
- Collaboration & Linkages
- Key Achievements
- Who’s Who
- Publications & Resources
- Digital Integration
- Contact
- Benefit
National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH), Kolkata
Parent Ministry: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Established: 1975
Affiliation: West Bengal University of Health Sciences (WBUHS)
Status: Autonomous Institute under Ministry of AYUSH
Location: Block – GE, Sector – III, Salt Lake, Kolkata – 700106, West Bengal
Official Website: https://nih.nic.in
What Is NIH, Kolkata?
The National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH) is India’s premier national institution for education, research, and clinical practice in Homoeopathy.
It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs and provides comprehensive patient care through its hospital and specialty clinics.
In simple words —
NIH Kolkata is the country’s flagship Homeopathic university-hospital where traditional healing is combined with modern medical science and research.
Vision & Mission
| Goal | Description |
|---|---|
| Global Leadership | Establish India as a world leader in Homoeopathy education and research. |
| Academic Excellence | Develop well-trained, ethical, and competent Homoeopathic professionals. |
| Evidence-Based Research | Promote scientific studies validating Homoeopathic principles. |
| Integrated Healthcare | Offer quality Homoeopathic care to all citizens. |
| Public Wellness | Integrate Homoeopathy in preventive and community health programs. |
Institutional Overview
NIH functions as both a teaching and research hospital, offering academic programs, clinical services, and national-level training workshops.
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| Academic Wing | Offers BHMS, MD (Hom.), and Ph.D. programs. |
| Clinical Wing | 250-bed hospital offering inpatient and outpatient services. |
| Research Unit | Conducts drug proving, clinical trials, and fundamental research. |
| Pharmacy & Drug Lab | Manufactures, tests, and standardizes Homoeopathic medicines. |
| Library & Resource Centre | Houses 25,000+ medical and research publications. |
Academic Programs
| Program | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| BHMS (Bachelor of Homoeopathic Medicine & Surgery) | 5.5 years | Undergraduate program integrating Homoeopathic philosophy with clinical sciences. |
| MD (Homoeopathy) | 3 years | Postgraduate degree in 6 specializations (Materia Medica, Repertory, Organon, etc.). |
| Ph.D. (Homoeopathy) | 3–5 years | Doctoral-level research on clinical and fundamental topics. |
| Diploma / Short-Term Courses | 6 months–1 year | Focused programs for skill enhancement. |
Research & Development
NIH conducts multidisciplinary research in collaboration with national and international institutions to validate Homoeopathic science through modern methodologies.
| Research Area | Focus |
|---|---|
| Drug Proving (Homoeopathic Pathogenetic Trials) | Scientific testing of new remedies. |
| Clinical Research | Trials on chronic and lifestyle diseases like diabetes, migraine, asthma, and arthritis. |
| Pharmacological Studies | Nanomedicine and physico-chemical analysis of Homoeopathic dilutions. |
| Public Health Studies | Evaluating the role of Homoeopathy in national health programs. |
| Collaborative Research | Joint projects with CCRH, ICMR, IIT Kharagpur, and DRDO. |
Notable Research Achievements:
- Validation of Arsenicum Album 30C as a preventive in public health use.
- Development of digital database for Homoeopathic drug proving.
- Integration of nanoscience in Homoeopathic drug mechanism studies.
- WHO collaboration on standardization of Homoeopathic terminologies.
Hospital & Clinical Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Hospital Capacity | 250 beds, 15 specialty OPDs, and 10 clinical departments. |
| Emergency Services | 24×7 patient care and ambulance service. |
| Inpatient Department (IPD) | Separate wards for men, women, and children. |
| Diagnostic Laboratory | Pathology, biochemistry, ECG, and imaging units. |
| Pharmacy | In-house preparation of Homoeopathic medicines under GMP standards. |
| Mobile Clinics | Regular outreach programs for rural health services. |
Daily Footfall: 1,200–1,500 OPD patients and 100+ IPD admissions.
Public Health & Community Outreach
| Program | Description |
|---|---|
| Swasthya Rakshan Program (SRP) | Promoting preventive Homoeopathy at community level. |
| School Health Program | Screening and treating schoolchildren for common ailments. |
| Geriatric Health Care Program | Homeopathic support for elderly populations. |
| Women & Child Health Clinics | Specialized units for maternal and pediatric health. |
| Awareness & Free Camps | Nationwide free treatment camps on World Homoeopathy Day and IDY. |
Collaboration & Linkages
| Partner Institution | Area of Collaboration |
|---|---|
| Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH) | Research & clinical trials. |
| ICMR & CSIR | Scientific validation and interdisciplinary research. |
| IIT Kharagpur | Nanoscience-based drug mechanism research. |
| AIIMS New Delhi | Integrative healthcare and public health projects. |
| WHO-GCTM (Jamnagar) | International standardization and capacity building. |
Key Achievements
Conducted 200+ clinical studies on chronic and infectious diseases.
Developed standard treatment protocols for respiratory and skin diseases.
Established Homoeopathic Digital Library and e-journal access.
Published over 500 research papers in peer-reviewed journals.
Recognized by UGC and World Health Organization (WHO) as a collaborating institute.
Upgraded as a Centre of Excellence in Homoeopathy Education and Research (2022).
Who’s Who (Leadership & Governance)
| Designation | Officer Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Director, NIH | Prof. (Dr.) Subhas Singh (as of 2025) | Overall academic, research, and administrative head. |
| Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH | Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha | Policy direction and coordination. |
| Dean (Academics) | — | Curriculum management and course oversight. |
| Medical Superintendent | — | Hospital administration and patient care. |
| Registrar | — | Institutional operations and governance. |
Publications & Resources
- NIH Annual Reports
- Homoeopathy Research Journal
- Drug Proving Manuals
- Case Record Documentation Standards
- Clinical Guidelines for Homeopathic Practice
- Public Awareness Brochures in Multiple Languages
Digital Integration
| Platform | Role |
|---|---|
| AYUSH Research Portal | Repository of NIH research papers and projects. |
| AYUSH GRID | National data integration and performance dashboard. |
| AYUSH e-Learning Portal | Online training and certificate courses. |
| AYUSH-HIMS | Hospital management and electronic records. |
| NAM Portal | Funding and project monitoring system. |
Contact & Grievance Redressal
National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH)
📍 Block – GE, Sector – III, Salt Lake, Kolkata – 700106, West Bengal, India
📧 Email: nihkolkata@nic.in / info@nih.nic.in
📞 Phone: 033-2321 0958 / 033-2321 1404
🌐 Website: https://nih.nic.in
Grievances:
https://pgportal.gov.in → Ministry of AYUSH → National Institute of Homoeopathy (NIH)
🔗 14. Useful Links
- Ministry of AYUSH: https://ayush.gov.in
- Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH): https://ccrhindia.nic.in
- AYUSH Research Portal: https://ayushportal.nic.in
- AYUSH GRID: https://ayushgrid.gov.in
- National AYUSH Mission: https://namayush.gov.in
Benefits to Citizens
| Beneficiary | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Students | Access to advanced Homeopathic education and training. |
| Patients | Free or affordable Homeopathic consultation and treatment. |
| Researchers | Exposure to multidisciplinary research facilities. |
| Teachers | Faculty development and CME programs. |
| Public | Access to awareness programs and health camps. |
Impact
- Provides affordable and holistic healthcare to thousands every day.
- Serves as India’s national hub for Homoeopathic education and research.
- Strengthens evidence-based validation of Homoeopathy through clinical trials.
- Enhances global collaboration under the Ministry of AYUSH’s vision.