Major Science Education & Research Institutes in India
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- September 12, 2025
| Institute | Website | Key Features |
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| Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore | iisc.ac.in (Indian Institute of Science) | • Founded in 1909; among India’s oldest and most prestigious research universities. • Strong focus on science, engineering, design, and management; excellent research output, many collaborations. • Hosts advanced facilities (e.g. supercomputing, specialized labs) and high global subject rankings (e.g. Computer Science, Engineering). |
| IISER Pune | iiserpune.ac.in | • One of the first IISERs (established 2006) integrating undergraduate + research programmes. • Offers BS-MS, PhD, other research-oriented masters; emphasis on both education & research. |
| IISER Bhopal | iiserb.ac.in | • Established 2008. Strong in basic sciences. • Good faculty-led research, interdisciplinary programmes. |
| IISER Kolkata | iiserkol.ac.in | • Founded 2006. Offers BS-MS, integrated PhD, PhD etc. ( • Recently introduced programs in Computational & Data Sciences; multiple exit options (aligned with newer education policies) etc. |
| IISER Mohali | iisermohali.ac.in | • Started in 2007. Strong in physical & biological sciences, earth sciences, and interdisciplinary research. • Well-equipped labs: e.g. microscopy, material science, etc. |
| IISER Thiruvananthapuram | iisertvm.ac.in | • Also among the earlier IISERs (2008). Strong in diverse sciences, environmental sciences, etc. Integrated teaching & research model. |
| IISER Tirupati | iisertirupati.ac.in | • Newer (established 2015-16). Autonomous and recognized as Institute of National Importance. • Offers BS-MS, PhD, Integrated PhD; expanding programmes (e.g., economics/statistics degrees etc.). • Facilities building up, strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research. |
| IISER Berhampur | iiserbpr.ac.in | • The newest among the IISERs (2016). Located in Odisha. • Offers BS-MS, Integrated PhD, PhD in core sciences. • Campus is developing; good scope for research and growth. |
