Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research
Rajakilpakkam, Tamil Nadu
Private
All India Council for Technical Education ( AICTE ), University Grants Commission ( UGC ), National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) A++ grade, International Accreditation ( ABET / AACSB / EQUIS )
BIHER Courses & Fees 2025
Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research (BIHER) offers more than 150 courses at Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral levels across Engineering, Management, Science, Pharmacy, and Commerce disciplines. Popular programs include B.Tech, Ph.D, and B.Sc. The overall BIHER fee structure ranges between ₹40,000 and ₹15.17 Lakhs depending on the course and specialization. UG fees range from ₹1.06 Lakhs – ₹15.17 Lakhs, while PG programs range from ₹72,500 – ₹5.03 Lakhs.
Total Courses
150+ Programs
150+ Programs
Course Levels
UG, PG & Doctorate
UG, PG & Doctorate
UG Fee Range
₹1.06 Lakhs – ₹15.17 Lakhs
₹1.06 Lakhs – ₹15.17 Lakhs
PG Fee Range
₹72,500 – ₹5.03 Lakhs
₹72,500 – ₹5.03 Lakhs
BIHER Top Courses With Fees 2025
Note: Mentioned Hostel Fee doesn't includes Mess Fee i.e 50000/ - Per Year
BIHER B.Tech Fees 2025
BIHER B.Tech fees range between ₹6.06 Lakhs and ₹15.06 Lakhs for the full 4-year duration. Admission requires 10+2 with 50% marks along with BEEE or accepted entrance scores. Popular specializations include Computer Science and Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Aerospace Engineering.
- CSE Fees: ₹14.06 Lakhs
- Aerospace Engineering: ₹12.06 Lakhs
- Cyber Security / AI Programs: Up to ₹15.06 Lakhs
BIHER Ph.D Fees 2025
Ph.D programs at BIHER cost between ₹1.5 Lakhs and ₹2 Lakhs for a 3-year duration. Popular research domains include Engineering, Pharmacy, Computing Sciences, and Business Administration.
BIHER B.Sc Fees 2025
B.Sc programs range from ₹1.26 Lakhs to ₹4.6 Lakhs across 27 specializations. Popular options include Cyber Security, Biotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, and Medical Technology programs.
BIHER M.Sc Fees 2025
M.Sc fees vary between ₹72,500 and ₹3.03 Lakhs depending on specialization. Programs are offered in Biotechnology, Physics, Chemistry, Clinical Sciences, Computer Science, and Medical Imaging Technology.
BIHER MBA Fees 2025
The MBA program at BIHER has a total fee of ₹5.03 Lakhs. Admission is based on Graduation scores along with CAT, MAT, XAT, or TANCET.
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B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology]
Annual Fees - 1200000-1406000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 4-4
Exam Accepted - JEE MAIN, SRMJEEE
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 1234333.33
Median Salary - 566666.66666667
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Aeronautical Engineering
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Computer Science and Enginering
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Artificial Intelligence
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Computer Science Engineering(Lateral Entry)
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Computer Science and Engineering with Specialisations in Data Science
B.Tech [Bachelor of Technology] in Computer Science and Engineering with specialisation in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc )
Annual Fees - 180000-360000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 261000
Median Salary - 378750
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Data Science and Analytics
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Information Security
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Pharmacy
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Ayurveda
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Pharmaceutical Analysis
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Marketing Management
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Information Technology (IT)
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Supply Chain Management
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Logistics Management
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Data Analytics
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Business Analytics
Bachelor of Science ( B.sc ) in Computer science engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
MBA [Master of Business Administration]
Annual Fees - 80000-700000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CAT, CUET-UG, XAT, CMAT
Course Level - Degree
Average Fees - 544545.45
Median Salary - 662727.27272727
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in General Management
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Healthcare & Hospital Management
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Fashion Technology
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Textile Design
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Applied Arts
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Visual Communication
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Hotel Management
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Hospitality & Tourism Studies
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Beauty & Wellness
MBA [Master of Business Administration] in Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)
Bachelor of Commerce ( B.com )
Annual Fees - 300000-320000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 306666.67
Median Salary - 406666.66666667
Bachelor of Commerce ( B.com ) in Accounting & Finance
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy]
Annual Fees - 1500000-2700000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted -
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 1580000
Median Salary - 957333.33333333
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Information Technology (IT)
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Supply Chain Management
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Logistics Management
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Data Analytics
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Business Analytics
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Computer science engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Database Management Systems
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Mobile Application Development
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Cloud Computing
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in AI & Data Science basis
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Internet of Things (IOT)
B.Pharma [Bachelor of Pharmacy] in Full Stack Development
M.Sc. (Master of Science)
Annual Fees - 55000-460000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG, IIT JAM
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 259943.82
Median Salary - 700112.35955056
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Physics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Mathematics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Chemistry
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Hospital & Community Pharmacy
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Electrical Engineering (EE)
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Agriculture Engineering
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Honors
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in honors
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Architecture
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Cyber Forensics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Information Security
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in VLSI Design
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Power Systems
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Structural Engineering
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Construction Management
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Robotics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Transportation Engineering
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Food Technology
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Biotechnology
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Electronics and Communication Engineering
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Criminal Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Corporate Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Constitutional Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Labour Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Cyber Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Environment Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Human Rights Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in International Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Family Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Regulatory Affairs & Pharmacy Law
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Drug Development & Research Techniques
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Arts
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Journalism and Mass Communication
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Fine Arts
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Data Analytics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Business Analytics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Computer science engineering with specialization in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Economics & Management
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Software Development
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Software Dovelopment
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Networking & Security
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Database Management Systems
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Mobile Application Development
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Cloud Computing
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in AI & Data Science basis
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Internet of Things (IOT)
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Full Stack Development
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Web Dovelopment
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Drug Formulation & Analysis
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Industrial Pharmacy
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Clinical Pharmacy
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Film Studies
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Media Studies
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Teacher Education (B.Ed, M.Ed)
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Special Education
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Educational Technology
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Horticulture
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Dance
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Physical Education
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Sports Science
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Kinesiology
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Animation & Multimedia
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Cyber Security, Ethical Hacking & Digital Forensics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Big Data Analytics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Housing
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in English Literature
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Economics
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Sociology
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Political Science
M.Sc. (Master of Science) in Public Administration
LL.B. (Hons.)
Annual Fees - 46000-280000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG, CLAT-PG, AILET-PG
Course Level - Degree
Average Fees - 119866.67
Median Salary - 492000
LL.B. (Hons.) in Accounting & Finance
LL.B. (Hons.) in Constitutional Law
LL.B. (Hons.) in Marketing Management
LL.B. (Hons.) in Information Technology (IT)
LL.B. (Hons.) in Supply Chain Management
LL.B. (Hons.) in Logistics Management
LL.B. (Hons.) in Travel & Tourism Management
LL.B. (Hons.) in Culinary Science
LL.B. (Hons.) in Journalism
LL.B. (Hons.) in Advertising & Public Relations
LL.B. (Hons.) in Logistics (Vocational)
LL.B. (Hons.) in Theatre / Drama
LLB (Bachelor of Laws)
Annual Fees - 1750000-1750000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 5-5
Exam Accepted - CLAT-UG, AILET-UG, LSAT—India
Course Level - Degree
Average Fees - 1750000
Median Salary - 600000
LLB (Bachelor of Laws) in Data Engineering
Diploma in Retail Management
Annual Fees - 150000-920000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-4
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 535000
Median Salary - 375000
Diploma in Retail Management in Pharmacy
Diploma in Retail Management in Economics & Management
M.Pharm (Master of Pharmacy)
Annual Fees - 135000-135000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CSIR NET
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 135000
Median Salary - 600000
M.Pharm (Master of Pharmacy) in Pharmacy
M.P.Ed (Master of Physical Education)
Annual Fees - 180000-1500000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-6
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 512500
Median Salary - 487500
M.P.Ed (Master of Physical Education) in Pharmacy
M.P.Ed (Master of Physical Education) in Finance & Banking
M.P.Ed (Master of Physical Education) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
M.P.Ed (Master of Physical Education) in Pharmaceutical Analysis
Bachelor of Arts ( BA )
Annual Fees - 120000-150000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 132000
Median Salary - 362000
Bachelor of Arts ( BA ) in Data Science and Analytics
Bachelor of Arts ( BA ) in Pharmaceutics
Bachelor of Arts ( BA ) in Pharmacognosy
Bachelor of Arts ( BA ) in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
Bachelor of Arts ( BA ) in clinical Pharmacy & Patient Care
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Annual Fees - 45000-240000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 173235.29
Median Salary - 622941.17647059
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Information Security
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Pharmacevtical Analysis
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Pharmacology
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Pharmacevitical Chemistry
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Ayurveda
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Artificial Intelligence & Robbitcs
M.A. (Master of Arts) in virtual Reality with Artificial Intelligence
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Cyber Security
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Machine learning
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Computer Application
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Internet of Things (IOT)
M.A. (Master of Arts) in AI & Data Science basis
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Cloud Computing
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Mobile Application Development
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Database Management Systems
M.A. (Master of Arts) in Music
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Annual Fees - 180000-200000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 190000
Median Salary - 380000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Cyber Forensics
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Operations & Supply Chain
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Annual Fees - 200000-220000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 210000
Median Salary - 490000
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Information Security
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Accounting
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education)
Annual Fees - 120000-120000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 120000
Median Salary - 350000
B.Ed (Bachelor of Education) in Cyber Forensics
M.Ed (Master of Education)
Annual Fees - 150000-160000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 153333.33
Median Salary - 453333.33333333
M.Ed (Master of Education) in VLSI Design
M.Ed (Master of Education) in Data Science
M.Ed (Master of Education) in Pharmacy
BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication)
Annual Fees - 180000-180000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 180000
Median Salary - 380000
BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication) in Power Systems
BJMC (Bachelor of Journalism & Mass Communication) in Cloud Computing
MJMC (Master of Journalism & Mass Communication)
Annual Fees - 200000-210000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 203333.33
Median Salary - 483333.33333333
MJMC (Master of Journalism & Mass Communication) in Structural Engineering
MJMC (Master of Journalism & Mass Communication) in AI & Data Science basis
MJMC (Master of Journalism & Mass Communication) in Internet of Things (IOT)
B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture)
Annual Fees - 250000-250000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 5-5
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 250000
Median Salary - 500000
B.Arch (Bachelor of Architecture) in Construction Management
M.Arch (Master of Architecture)
Annual Fees - 300000-300000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 300000
Median Salary - 600000
M.Arch (Master of Architecture) in Robotics
B.Des (Bachelor of Design)
Annual Fees - 220000-220000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 220000
Median Salary - 420000
B.Des (Bachelor of Design) in Transportation Engineering
M.Des (Master of Design)
Annual Fees - 240000-240000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 240000
Median Salary - 520000
M.Des (Master of Design) in Food Technology
BHM (Bachelor of Hotel Management)
Annual Fees - 200000-200000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 200000
Median Salary - 400000
BHM (Bachelor of Hotel Management) in Biotechnology
BHM (Bachelor of Hotel Management) in Networking & Security
BTTM (Bachelor of Travel & Tourism Management)
Annual Fees - 220000-220000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 220000
Median Salary - 420000
BTTM (Bachelor of Travel & Tourism Management) in Electronics and Communication Engineering
BTTM (Bachelor of Travel & Tourism Management) in Database Management Systems
B.Sc [Cardiac Care Technology]
Annual Fees - 250000-260000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 252500
Median Salary - 502500
B.Sc [Cardiac Care Technology] in Criminal Law
B.Sc [Cardiac Care Technology] in Mobile Application Development
B.Sc [Cardiac Care Technology] in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE )
B.Sc [Cardiac Care Technology] in Human Resource (HR)
B.V.Sc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry)
Annual Fees - 300000-300000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 300000
Median Salary - 450000
B.V.Sc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science & Animal Husbandry) in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE )
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre)
Annual Fees - 180000-180000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 180000
Median Salary - 350000
Bachelor of Performing Arts (Music, Dance, Theatre) in Human Resource (HR)
BSW (Bachelor of Social Work)
Annual Fees - 150000-150000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 150000
Median Salary - 320000
BSW (Bachelor of Social Work) in Business Studies
MSW (Master of Social Work)
Annual Fees - 180000-190000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 183333.33
Median Salary - 423333.33333333
MSW (Master of Social Work) in Taxation
MSW (Master of Social Work) in Ayurveda
MSW (Master of Social Work) in Pharmaceuties
B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education)
Annual Fees - 160000-160000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 160000
Median Salary - 330000
B.P.Ed (Bachelor of Physical Education) in Advance Accounting
Diploma in Logistics
Annual Fees - 160000-160000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Diploma
Average Fees - 160000
Median Salary - 260000
Diploma in Logistics in Software Development
Diploma in Beauty & Wellness
Annual Fees - 170000-170000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Diploma
Average Fees - 170000
Median Salary - 270000
Diploma in Beauty & Wellness in Software Dovelopment
M.Tech (Master of Technology)
Annual Fees - 200000-300000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - GATE
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 250000
Median Salary - 700000
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in BCA
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Financial Markets
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Business Analytics
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence (DS & AI)
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Operations & Supply Chain
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Accounting
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Business Studies
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Taxation
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Advance Accounting
M.Tech (Master of Technology) in Finance & Banking
Annual Fees - 4550000-5250000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-5
Exam Accepted - ICAR AIEEA (UG)
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 5180000
Median Salary - 755000
in Internet of Things (IOT)
in AI & Data Science basis
in Cloud Computing
in Mobile Application Development
in Database Management Systems
in Networking & Security
in Web Dovelopment
in Drug Formulation & Analysis
in Industrial Pharmacy
in Clinical Pharmacy
Bachelor of Business Administration ( BBA )
Annual Fees - 60000-800000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 430000
Median Salary - 375000
Bachelor of Business Administration ( BBA ) in Business Adminstration
Bachelor of Business Administration ( BBA ) in Dairy Technology
Master of Computer Applications [MCA]
Annual Fees - 75000-310000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 2-2
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Postgraduate
Average Fees - 236875
Median Salary - 491250
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Data Science and Analytics
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Information Security
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in honors
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Architecture
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Urban Planning
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Landscape Architecture
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Retail Operations
Master of Computer Applications [MCA] in Master of Social Work (MSW)
B.Com. (Hons.)
Annual Fees - 320000-320000
Study Mode - Full Time
Duration - 3-3
Exam Accepted - CUET-UG
Course Level - Undergraduate
Average Fees - 320000
Median Salary - 420000
B.Com. (Hons.) in Accounting & Finance
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