📍 Overview
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA), located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, is a premier Deemed-to-be-University established under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956. Founded in 2007, SOA has rapidly emerged as a leading multidisciplinary university, consistently ranked among the best in India for its academic quality, research contributions, and industry relevance.
Driven by the motto “Passion for Excellence,” SOA is committed to delivering value-based education and fostering innovation across a wide range of disciplines.
🏆 Accreditations & Rankings
✅ NAAC A++ Accredited
✅ Approved by UGC, AICTE, MCI, DCI, INC, and PCI
🏅 NIRF Ranking 2023:
15th in the University Category
27th Overall in India
Top rankings in Engineering, Medical, Law, and Management
🌐 Member of AIU and several international academic forums
🎓 Academic Programs
SOA offers a comprehensive array of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and diploma programs across 9 degree-granting schools.
🔹 Major Schools:
Institute of Technical Education and Research (ITER) – Engineering & Technology
Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital – Medicine
Institute of Dental Sciences (IDS)
Institute of Business & Computer Studies (IBCS)
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (SPS)
School of Hotel Management (SHM)
School of Law
Institute of Agricultural Sciences (IAS)
School of Humanities, Social Sciences & Indology
🧑🏫 Programs include: B.Tech, MBBS, BDS, MBA, MCA, BBA, M.Tech, MD/MS, LLB, BA, B.Sc, M.Sc, and Ph.D.
🧪 Research & Innovation
SOA is a research-focused institution recognized for its scientific output, innovation, and societal impact.
🔬 Key Focus Areas:
Renewable Energy & Green Tech
AI, Data Science & Cybersecurity
Biomedical Sciences & Genomics
Rural Development & Public Health
Food Processing & Agriculture Tech
🧠 Home to over 30 research centers and labs, SOA attracts significant research funding from DST, DBT, ICSSR, DRDO, and ICMR.
The university also files multiple patents annually and encourages start-up incubation and entrepreneurship.
🏫 Campus & Facilities
SOA’s urban campus in Bhubaneswar spans across 130+ acres, offering world-class infrastructure and a vibrant student experience.
🏢 Features:
Modern classrooms, labs & libraries
24×7 Wi-Fi-enabled smart campus
Well-equipped hostels (separate for boys & girls)
Food courts, medical facilities & transport
In-house SUM Hospital, a 1600+ bed super-specialty teaching hospital 🏥
Sports arenas, auditoriums, and cultural halls
📈 Placements & Industry Connect
SOA has an impressive placement record, with top companies regularly visiting the campus for recruitment.
💼 Highlights:
100+ recruiters annually including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, Accenture, Deloitte
Highest salary package: ₹42 LPA (2023)
Strong pre-final year internship culture
Industry-focused training & certification programs
Soft skills and aptitude training by Placement & Training Cell
🎉 Student Life & Activities
Life at SOA goes beyond academics, promoting holistic development and leadership.
🎭 Activities:
Cultural Fests: SOA Pratijja, Ignitia, Techfests, Medical fests
Clubs: Drama, Dance, Music, Coding, Robotics, Literary
Annual Sports Meets & Inter-university Events 🏏⚽
NSS, NCC, Red Ribbon Club, Green Club initiatives
Innovation Cell & Student Start-up Network
📝 Admission Process
Admissions to various programs are done through:
SAAT (Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test) – UG & PG Programs
NEET-UG/PG – MBBS, BDS, MD/MS Programs
CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/SAAT – MBA Admission
CLAT/LSAT – Law Programs
GATE – M.Tech Programs
Scholarships are offered based on merit, economic status, and entrance performance.
📍 Location & Connectivity
📌 Main Campus Address:
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University),
Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar – 751030, Odisha, India
✈️ Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport (Bhubaneswar) – 10 km
🚉 Nearest Railway Station: Bhubaneswar Junction – 9 km
🚌 Well-connected via local transport, autos & cabs
🔗 Official Website
🌟 Why Choose SOA?
✨ Nationally Ranked & Globally Respected
🧪 Cutting-Edge Research & Innovation Ecosystem
🏥 On-Campus Medical Hospital for Practical Training
🎓 Multidisciplinary Programs with Industry Integration
💼 Strong Placement Network Across Sectors
🌱 Student-Friendly Campus with Rich Cultural Life
💬 Final Thoughts
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan is redefining excellence in Indian higher education by merging academic rigor, hands-on research, and socially relevant learning. Whether you're a budding engineer, aspiring doctor, legal expert, entrepreneur, or researcher, SOA provides the perfect launchpad for your dreams.
🌠 “SOA University – Passion for Excellence, Power to Transform.”
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