AIIMS Bhopal is designated as a Learner Support Centre (LSC) with Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) courses.

Professor (Dr.) Ajai Singh, Executive Director of AIIMS Bhopal, expressed his delight at this development, emphasizing its potential to enhance educational opportunities for healthcare professionals. Since 2020, AIIMS Bhopal has been at the forefront of academic innovation through its collaboration with IGNOU, Institute of Nuclear Medicine and Allied Sciences (INMAS), and four other medical institutes across the country in offering the Post Graduate Certificate in Medical Management of CBRNE Disasters (PGCMDM) program. This pioneering initiative, introduced for the first time in India, has paved the way for further collaboration and expansion of educational offerings.               

Now, building upon the success of the PGCMDM program, AIIMS Bhopal is poised to launch 11 additional courses in partnership with IGNOU. These courses cover a wide range of topics essential for healthcare professionals, including hospital and healthcare management, maternal and child health, geriatric medicine, nursing, and healthcare assistance. Online Theory classes for PG Diploma in Hospital and Healthcare Management commenced on 9th July 2024. 32 students are enrolled for this course.

"The designation of AIIMS Bhopal as an IGNOU Learner Support Centre underscores our commitment to providing accessible and high-quality education to healthcare professionals," stated Professor Ajai Singh.

"We are thrilled to expand our collaboration with IGNOU and offer a diverse range of courses that cater to the evolving needs of the healthcare sector." Dr. Arneet Arora has been appointed as the coordinator of the Learner Support Centre for IGNOU courses at AIIMS Bhopal.

"The Learner Support Centre at AIIMS Bhopal will serve as a hub for academic support, guidance, and resources for students pursuing IGNOU courses," remarked Dr. Arneet Arora. "We are committed to facilitating a conducive learning environment that empowers healthcare professionals to enhance their knowledge and skills for the benefit of society."