Aryabhatta Knowledge University (AKU) is located in Patna, Bihar. The university was established in the year 2008 by Government of Bihar to provide quality education. Aryabhatta Knowledge University is named after the famous major mathematician-astronomers from the classical age of Indian mathematics and Indian astronomy. AKU offers both undergraduate  and master level degree programmes. It is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Aryabhatta Knowledge University main aims is to promote excellent education with basic infrastructure and amenities which lacks in the state of Bihar.