Siksha 'O' Anusandhan - [SOA], Bhubaneswar

Siksha O Anusandhan (SOA), established in 1996, is a prominent deemed university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, ranked 25th overall in NIRF 2025 rankings. SOA offers programs across engineering, medicine, dental sciences, pharmacy, nursing, management, law, biotechnology, and agricultural sciences through its constituent institutes. The university is known for its strong research output and has been recognized as a Category I university by UGC. SOA's Institute of Technical Education and Research (ITER) is particularly well-regarded for its engineering programs. The university has established collaborations with international universities and maintains active research programs in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and medical sciences. SOA's placement cell facilitates campus recruitment from over 300 companies, providing diverse career opportunities for graduates.