- About
- Programs
- Research & Innovation
- Hospital & Clinical Facilities
- Specialty Departments
- Public Health & Community Outreach
- Collaboration & Partnerships
- Key Achievements
- Who’s Who
- Publications
- Digital & Research Integration
- Benefits
- Contact
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
Parent Ministry: Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India
Established: 2017
Affiliated University: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), New Delhi
Official Website: https://aiia.gov.in
What Is AIIA?
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) is an apex medical institute established by the Ministry of AYUSH to serve as a Centre of Excellence for Ayurveda education, research, and healthcare delivery.
It integrates ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern scientific research, providing postgraduate education (MD/MS), Ph.D. programs, and advanced clinical services.
In simple terms —
AIIA is India’s top government Ayurvedic university-hospital — where traditional healing meets modern science.
2. Vision & Objectives
| Goal | Description |
|---|---|
| Global Centre of Excellence | Position India as a global leader in Ayurveda. |
| Education & Training | Provide high-quality education from postgraduate to Ph.D. levels. |
| Research & Innovation | Conduct fundamental, clinical, and drug-based research. |
| Integrated Healthcare | Offer specialized Ayurvedic and integrative medical care. |
| Public Outreach | Promote wellness through AYUSH public health initiatives. |
3. Institutional Structure
AIIA functions as a tertiary care teaching and research hospital with:
- Hospital Capacity: 200 beds (including OPD, IPD, and specialty units)
- Academic Departments: 25 Ayurveda and interdisciplinary departments
- Research Labs: For pharmacology, chemistry, pathology, genomics, and drug formulation
- Wellness Centre: Offering Yoga, Panchakarma, and Rasayana therapies
- Digital Integration: Linked with AYUSH GRID, NAM, and Research Portals
Key Academic Programs
| Program | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MD/MS in Ayurveda | 3 years | Postgraduate education in 14 specialties. |
| Ph.D. in Ayurveda | 3–5 years | Doctoral-level research in clinical and fundamental Ayurveda. |
| Diploma / Short-Term Courses | 6 months–1 year | Panchakarma, Ayurvedic dietetics, drug standardization, etc. |
| International Training | Variable | Programs for foreign scholars through ICCR & WHO collaborations. |
Research & Innovation
AIIA conducts translational research combining Ayurveda with modern biomedical tools.
| Research Type | Focus Areas |
|---|---|
| Fundamental Research | Studies on Tridosha, Prakriti, Agni, and Dhatu balance. |
| Clinical Research | Diabetes, arthritis, cancer, women’s health, and immunity. |
| Pharmacological Research | Drug validation, quality control, and molecular studies. |
| Collaborative Research | Joint projects with ICMR, CSIR, DRDO, and AIIMS. |
| Public Health Studies | AYUSH interventions for NCDs and mental wellness. |
Notable Projects:
- AYUSH–CSIR collaboration on Ayurvedic COVID formulations.
- Genome mapping of Ayurvedic Prakriti types.
- Clinical validation of Ayush-64 and Chyawanprash for immunity enhancement.
Hospital & Clinical Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| OPD (Outpatient Department) | Over 30 specialty clinics including Kaya Chikitsa, Shalya, and Panchakarma. |
| IPD (Inpatient Department) | 200 beds for treatment and therapy. |
| Emergency Services | 24×7 Ayurveda-based emergency care. |
| Laboratories | NABL-accredited diagnostic and drug-testing facilities. |
| Pharmacy Unit | In-house herbal medicine preparation and quality testing. |
Daily Footfall: 1,000+ OPD patients and 100+ IPD admissions (approx.).
Specialty Departments
- Panchakarma – Detoxification and rejuvenation therapies.
- Dravyaguna – Medicinal plant research and pharmacognosy.
- Rasashastra & Bhaishajya Kalpana – Ayurvedic pharmaceutics and mineral preparations.
- Kayachikitsa – Internal medicine.
- Prasuti Tantra & Stri Roga – Women’s health.
- Kaumarbhritya – Pediatrics.
- Sharira Rachana & Kriya – Anatomy and physiology.
- Swathavritta – Preventive and community medicine.
- Yoga & Naturopathy – Lifestyle medicine and stress management.
Public Health & Community Outreach
| Initiative | Description |
|---|---|
| AYUSH Health Camps | Conducted nationwide in schools, workplaces, and rural areas. |
| School Health Program | Yoga and Ayurveda modules for children’s wellness. |
| Women’s Health Initiative | AYUSH programs for maternal and reproductive health. |
| Geriatric Care Program | Preventive therapies for healthy ageing. |
| Fit India & IDY Programs | Active participation in fitness and International Yoga Day. |
Collaboration & Partnerships
| Partner Organization | Area of Collaboration |
|---|---|
| AIIMS, CSIR, ICMR | Joint research and clinical trials. |
| WHO-GCTM (Jamnagar) | Global traditional medicine documentation. |
| DST, DBT, DRDO | Ayurveda–biotech research initiatives. |
| CCRAS & NIA | Inter-institutional projects and training. |
| ICCR & MEA | International scholar exchange programs. |
Key Achievements
Recognized as WHO Collaborating Centre for Ayurveda Research & Training.
Developed digital Ayurvedic case record format (AYUSH-HIMS).
Published over 250 peer-reviewed research papers.
Launched AI-based Prakriti assessment and diagnostic tools.
Established Ayurveda Bioinformatics Lab and Herbal Garden with 250+ species.
Partnered with Harvard Medical School & London School of Hygiene for global research.
Who’s Who (Leadership & Coordination)
| Designation | Officer Name | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Director, AIIA | Prof. (Dr.) Tanuja Manoj Nesari | Administrative and academic head of the institute. |
| Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH | Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha | Policy oversight and strategic guidance. |
| Dean (Academics) | — | Coordination of postgraduate and Ph.D. programs. |
| Medical Superintendent | — | Hospital management and patient care. |
| Research Coordinator | — | Project implementation and monitoring. |
Publications & Knowledge Resources
- AIIA Annual Report
- Ayurveda Research Journal (peer-reviewed)
- Clinical Protocols for Ayurvedic Practice
- Ayurvedic Materia Medica Compendium
- Manual on Panchakarma Techniques
- Public Health & Wellness Handbooks
Digital & Research Integration
| Platform | Function |
|---|---|
| AYUSH GRID | Integration with national AYUSH data infrastructure. |
| AYUSH Research Portal | Repository for AIIA research outputs. |
| AYUSH e-Learning Portal | Courses and webinars for students and professionals. |
| AYUSH-HIMS | Digital health record and hospital information system. |
| NAM Portal | Project funding and tracking. |
Benefits to Citizens
| Beneficiary | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 🧑⚕️ Patients | Access to modern Ayurvedic hospital care. |
| 👩🎓 Students | High-quality postgraduate and Ph.D. programs. |
| 🧑🔬 Researchers | Cutting-edge interdisciplinary facilities. |
| 👨🏫 Teachers | Training and collaborative opportunities. |
| 🧘 Public | Free AYUSH OPD services and wellness programs. |
ImpactEstablished as India’s flagship Ayurvedic university-hospital.
- Established as India’s flagship Ayurvedic university-hospital.
- Serves as the model for new AIIMS-like AYUSH institutes nationwide.
- Strengthens research-based credibility of Ayurveda globally.
- Promotes Ayurveda as preventive and integrative medicine.
Contact & Grievance Redressal
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)
📍 Mathura Road, Gautam Puri, Sarita Vihar, New Delhi – 110076
📧 Email: director.aiia@ayush.gov.in / info@aiia.gov.in
📞 Phone: 011-29948658 / 011-29948659
🌐 Website: https://aiia.gov.in
Grievances:
🖥️ https://pgportal.gov.in → Ministry of AYUSH → All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)
🔗 15. Useful Links
WHO GCTM: https://who.int/traditional-medicine-centre
Ministry of AYUSH: https://ayush.gov.in
AYUSH Research Portal: https://ayushportal.nic.in
AYUSH GRID: https://ayushgrid.gov.in
National AYUSH Mission: https://namayush.gov.in