About College
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar, has achieved the top position in the state and is ranked 26th overall in the NIRF India Rankings for 2023. SOA Bhubaneswar offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, and more. Admission to Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan is based on the scores from national and university entrance tests, and candidates can submit their applications online.
In addition to academic excellence, approximately 30 percent of these students have received job offers during the prestigious Day Zero campus drive, featuring well-established companies. Amazon, for instance, offered the highest package of INR 30 LPA, with an average annual salary of INR 6.3 LPA for the students. The roster of recruiting companies includes Microsoft, Amazon, Finastra, Robert Bosch, Dell, PWC, Kloudgin, Deloitte, HP Inc, Temenos, Informatica, MAQ Software, NPCI, Salesforce, Rapyuta Robotics, among others.
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Highlights
| Established | University Type | 2007 | Deemed to be University |
| Accredited by | NAAC with ‘A++’ grade, NBA & ICAR |
| Approved by | UGC |
| International Accreditation | ABET, USA |
| Entrance Exam |
National: CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ JEE Main/ GPAT/ GATE/ NEET/ CLAT University: SAAT |
| Courses Offered | UG, PG & Ph.D |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Top Recruiters | Cognizant, Infosys, IBM, Wipro, Bosch, Amazon, Asian Paints, Deloitte, HCL, Nestle |
| Official Website | soa.ac.in |
| Admission Helpdesk | 090400 03290 |
| Location |
J-15, Khandagiri Marg, |
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Rankings
- NIRF Rankings
- Ranked 26th in the overall category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 15th in University category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 49th in the Research category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 27th in Engineering category by NIRF Ran
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar, has achieved the top position in the state and is ranked 26th overall in the NIRF India Rankings for 2023. SOA Bhubaneswar offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as Engineering, Pharmacy, Management, and more. Admission to Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan is based on the scores from national and university entrance tests, and candidates can submit their applications online.
In addition to academic excellence, approximately 30 percent of these students have received job offers during the prestigious Day Zero campus drive, featuring well-established companies. Amazon, for instance, offered the highest package of INR 30 LPA, with an average annual salary of INR 6.3 LPA for the students. The roster of recruiting companies includes Microsoft, Amazon, Finastra, Robert Bosch, Dell, PWC, Kloudgin, Deloitte, HP Inc, Temenos, Informatica, MAQ Software, NPCI, Salesforce, Rapyuta Robotics, among others.
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Highlights
| Established | University Type | 2007 | Deemed to be University |
| Accredited by | NAAC with ‘A++’ grade, NBA & ICAR |
| Approved by | UGC |
| International Accreditation | ABET, USA |
| Entrance Exam |
National: CAT/ XAT/ MAT/ JEE Main/ GPAT/ GATE/ NEET/ CLAT University: SAAT |
| Courses Offered | UG, PG & Ph.D |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Top Recruiters | Cognizant, Infosys, IBM, Wipro, Bosch, Amazon, Asian Paints, Deloitte, HCL, Nestle |
| Official Website | soa.ac.in |
| Admission Helpdesk | 090400 03290 |
| Location |
J-15, Khandagiri Marg, |
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Rankings
- NIRF Rankings
- Ranked 26th in the overall category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 15th in University category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 49th in the Research category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 27th in Engineering category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 9th in the Dental category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 16th in the Medical category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 8th in Law category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Ranked 57th in the Management category by NIRF Ranking 2023.
- Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE International Rankings)
- Ranked 1001+ by “THE World University Rankings” in 2020 & 2021.
- Ranked 601-800 ranking bracket in both Engineering & Technology and Computer Science; 601+ in Health Sciences (Clinical, Pre-Clinical & Health science category) in 2021.
- Ranked in the bracket of 401-500 as the Emerging Economies University of the world 2020.
- Ranked in the 401+ bracket as the Times Asia University Ranking 2020.
- Ranked in the braked of 351-400 as the Young University Ranking 2020.
- QS World University Rankings
- Ranked in the 1001-1200 ranking bracket by “QS World University Rankings 2023”.
- Ranked in the 351-400 ranking bracket by “QS Asia University Rankings 2021”.
- Ranked in the 401-450 ranking bracket by “QS Asia University Rankings 2020”.
- Ranked 9th amongst Indian Private Institutions and 49th amongst Indian Institutions by “QS World University Rankings India 2020”.
- SOA Bhubaneswar is the only institute in eastern India to get QS I GAUGE E-LEAD (E-Learning Excellence for Academic Digitisation) for conducting online teaching-learning during Covid-19 lockdown.
- Awarded Diamond University Rating for outstanding performance by QS-I-GAUGE Rating 2020
- Awarded with the First Rank for its significant contributions in Category – Awareness program Conducted for nearby locality against the spread of COVID-19 across India Utkrisht Sansthan Vishwakarma Award 2020.
- Ranked 5th (UGC Residential University category) in 2019 and ranked 3rd (Technical Institution category) in Swachhata Ranking 2018 by Swachhata Ranking.
- Ranked 15th among Deemed to be University category in 2019 by Outlook-ICARE India University Ranking.
- SOA Bhubaneswar has been conferred with the ‘Most Revered University in Eastern India’ by the Times of India by Times Business Awards 2020.
- SOA Bhubaneswar has been ranked 1st in Odisha and 23rd in the country by Times Engineering Ranking 2020.
- Times Health Survey (All India Critical Care Hospital Ranking Survey) for Faculty of Medical Sciences (IMS and SUM Hospital):
- 5 departments ranked 1st in Odisha, 3 departments are amongst top 3 in Odisha and 5 departments are amongst top 8 in eastern region, India and 3 departments are amongst Top 20 Nationally in 2020.
- 5 departments ranked 1st in Odisha, 3 departments are amongst top 2 in Odisha and 6 departments are amongst top 5 in eastern region, India in 2019.
- Recognitions of Faculty of Dental Sciences (Institute of Dental Sciences) as one of the Best Dental institutes in the region.
- Institute of Dental Sciences ranked 11th among Private Dental colleges in India, 16th among all Govt. & Private Dental colleges in India by The Week in 2019.
- Institute of Dental Sciences ranked 9th in the Times Health Survey Nationally & 1st in the Regional Rankings for consecutive two years.
- Institute of Dental Sciences was ranked 33rd amongst all Dental colleges by Outlook, India’s top professional colleges, 2019.
- Institute of Dental Sciences had created a record in the India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records for conducting the largest community-based free Oral Cancer Screening program on the eve of World Cancer Day. Screening a total of 1342 patients on a single day in sixteen villages of Odisha. It was also chosen as the top 100 record of 2019 by India book of records.
SOA University Courses & Fees 2024
| Course | Course Details | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | Duration: 4 Years Course Fee: INR 1,17,500 – INR 1,37,500 Per Semester Specialisations: Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Computer Science & Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering & Mechanical Engineering |
10+2 with Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) | SAAT/ JEE Main |
| BBA | Duration: 3 Years Course Fee: INR 75,000 Per Semester |
10+2 or equivalent in any stream with at least 50% marks (45% in case of SC / ST category). | SAAT |
| B.Pharma | Duration: 4 Years Course Fee: INR 90,000 Per Semester |
10+2 in English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics / Biology with 50% marks (45% marks in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) | SAAT |
| BA LLB (Hons.), BBA LLB (Hons.) | Duration: 5 years Course Fee: INR 75,000 Per Semester |
10+2 examination in any discipline with a minimum of 45% marks (40% for reserved category candidates) | SAAT/CLAT |
| M.Tech | Duration: 2 Years Course Fee: INR 75,000 Per Semester Specialisatons: Structural Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Power Systems & Power Electronics, Communication System Engineering, Heat Power & Thermal Engineering |
B.E/ B.Tech or its equivalent with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% in case of candidate belonging to reserved category) | SAAT/GATE |
| MBA | Duration: 2 Years Course Fee: INR 1,75,000 Per Semester |
Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) | SAAT/CAT/MAT/XAT |
| MCA | Duration: 2 Years Course Fee: INR 90,000 Per Semester |
Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) | SAAT/GATE |
| M.Pharma | Duration: 2 Years Course Fee: INR 90,000 Per Semester Specialisations: Industrial Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis & Pharmacology |
B.Pharm with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% for reserved category candidates) | SAAT/GPAT |
| LLM | Duration:1 Year Course Fee: INR 75,000 Per Semester |
LLB or Integrated Law with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks | SAAT/CLAT |
| MBBS | Duration: 5.5 Years Course Fee: INR 19,60,000 Per Annum |
Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks | NEET |
| BDS | Duration: 4.5 Years Course Fee: INR 5,50,000 Per Annum |
Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks | NEET |
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Admission 2024
All students are mandated to complete the Siksha O Anusandhan Admissions Test (SAAT) or an equivalent qualifying examination as part of the admission process.
A distinct merit list will be formulated for all eligible candidates, and it will be based on the SAAT scores.
Counseling sessions, conducted either online or offline, will be organised considering both the candidate's merit and their preferred choices.
Candidates will ultimately be chosen for their respective courses through the counseling process.
SOA Bhubaneswar Selection Criteria:
Applicants will be chosen based on the following examinations:
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Candidates applying for undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) programs in fields like Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing, Law, Hotel Management, Agriculture, and Management will be selected based on their performance in the SAAT.
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For UG and PG courses, other recognised examinations are also accepted as follows:
| Course | Entrance Test |
| Engineering | JEE Main |
| GATE | |
| Medical and Dental | NEET |
| Law | CLAT |
| Management | CAT |
| MAT | |
| XAT | |
| Pharmacy | GPAT |
SAAT 2023 Online Applications for admission to both undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) courses at SOA University are currently being accepted.
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar Placement 2023
Over the years, there has been a notable increase in the number of companies conducting placement drives at the SOA Campus. The Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Placement for 2023 is still ongoing. In the year 2023, SOA University's placement process witnessed the active participation of more than 160 recruiters. The highest package offered at SOA University reached an impressive INR 46 LPA. Additionally, seven new recruiters joined the placement drive at SOA University. The Training and Placement Cell at SOA University is dedicated to guiding students for placements, as well as for their future careers, higher education, and entrepreneurial pursuits. The cell focuses on the comprehensive development of students through various inclusive activities, including continuous career mentoring, aptitude training, enhancement of reasoning skills, improvement of functional subject knowledge, general awareness sessions, industry orientation, soft skills development, and coaching in group discussion and personal interview skills.
Below is the table illustrating the key features of SOA University Placements:
| Particulars | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Job Offers during the Day Zero Dream Campus Drive | 30% |
| Highest-Package Offered | INR 46 LPA |
| Average Annual Salary | INR 5 LPA |
| Offers from MNCs | 55% |
SOA University Top-Recruiters
Here are some of the prominent recruiters participating in the placement drives at SOA University:
| SOA Univerity Top Recruiters | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infosys | Cognizant | DXC | Capgemini | Capgemini |
| Wipro | NIIT Technologies | Infogain | Global Edge | V-Construct |
| L&T Technologies | Microsoft | Amazon | PWC | HP Inc |
| Rapyuta Robotics | Deloitte | MAQ Software | Accenture | Adobe |
| Flipcart | Goorej | Hindware | ICICI Bank | Lakme |
SOA University Scholarship 2024
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University Bhubaneswar provides a range of merit scholarships across all its programs. Here are the specifics of some significant scholarships offered by SOA University.
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Scholarship Amount |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. (CSE & CSIT) | Securing more than 90%–70% marks both in 10th & +2 Exam. | INR 15,000 –35,000 Per Annum for Four Years. |
| B.Pharma | Securing more than 60% in both 10th & +2 Exam | INR 10,000 Per Annum for Four Years. |
| Lateral Entry (B.Pharm.) | Securing more than 90%–80% marks in Diploma. | INR 10,000 – INR 15,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
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B.Tech. (CE, EE, EEE, ECE & ME |
Securing more than 80%–60% marks both in 10th & +2 Exam | INR 15,000 –35,000 Per Annum for Four Years. |
| Lateral Entry (B.Tech.) | Securing more than 90%-75% marks both in 10th & Diploma\Equivalent | INR 15,000 –35,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
| B.Sc.(H) (Agriculture) | Securing more than 80%-70% marks both in 10th & +2 Exam | INR 10,000 – INR 15,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
| BCA | Securing 60% in both 10th & +2 Exam | INR 10,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
| MCA | Securing 60% in 10th and 12th Exam | INR 12,500 Per Annum for Two Years. |
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B.Sc. (Nursing) |
Securing more than 80%-70% marks both in 10th & +2 Exam | INR 10,000 – INR 15,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
| BBA | Securing 60% in both 10th & +2 Exam | INR 10,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
| BBA LLB (H) /BA LLB (H) |
Securing 60% in both 10th & +2 Exam |
INR 10,000 Per Annum for Three Years. |
SOA University Facilities
SOA University provides a variety of amenities for its students, encompassing accommodations, dining services, as well as indoor and outdoor recreational activities. The annual mess fee at SOA University is INR 40,000, payable on a yearly basis. The primary facilities offered by the institution are outlined briefly below.
SOA University Hostel
SOA University provides excellent accommodation facilities for its students. Here is the relevant information.
| Particulars | Amount |
|---|---|
| Boarding Charges (A/c.) – 2 occupancy | INR 1,20,000 Per Annum |
| Boarding Charges (A/c.) – 3 occupancy | INR 90,000 Per Annum |
| Boarding Charges (A/c.) – 4 occupancy | INR 80,000 Per Annum |
| Boarding Charges (Non-A/c.) | INR 50,000 Per Annum |
SOA University Campus
- SOA University boasts vibrant student clubs including Aero Club ITER, Danza, Fashion Club, ITER Robotics Club, Jaago, Srishti, Toneelstuk, and Virtual Showreel.
- Collaborating with BSCL, SOA University has organised workshops on topics such as Safe Campus Safe City, Better Style Better Life, Awareness against Gender Violence, and initiatives like planting close to 2000 saplings, among others.
SOA Bhubaneswar cut off 2024 - Expected
Below are the anticipated SOA Bhubaneswar cut off marks in the year 2023:
| Course Name | CAT | ATMA | MAT |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA Hospital Management | 25 | 60 | 64 |
SOA University FAQs
Q: What are the reservation criteria for admission at SOA University?
A: The reservation criteria for admission at SOA University are outlined as follows:
- 15% and 7.5% of seats in all programs are reserved for candidates belonging to Schedule Caste and Schedule Tribe by birth, respectively.
- OBC candidates are eligible for mark relaxation but do not have designated reserved seats.
- 3% of seats are reserved for physically handicapped (PH) candidates in various courses, including engineering & technology, medical, dental, MBA, MCA, HMCT, pharmacy, nursing, law, biotechnology, agriculture. Candidates falling under the Physically Handicapped Category are considered for admission to these courses.
- 30% of seats under each category, excluding MBBS and BDS courses, are reserved for women candidates.
- No reservation norms are applicable for lateral entry admissions.
Q: Does SOA University provide scholarships?
A: Yes, SOA University offers scholarships based on merit to selected students seeking admission in various courses. The scholarship amount varies depending on the courses chosen and ranges between INR 10,000 to INR 35,000 per annum.
Q: What is SAAT?
A: Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test (SAAT) is a national-level entrance test conducted by Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University. This test is designed for different programs offered in the university's constituent institutes/schools. SAAT is a multiple-choice type written test, comparable in standard to other national-level entrance exams. Shortlisted candidates are invited to attend counseling for admission into various programs at the university.
Q: Is SOA University a government university?
A: No, SOA University is a private Deemed-to-be University established in the year 2007.
Q: What courses are offered by SOA University?
A: SOA University offers a range of courses, including B.Tech, BBA, B.Pharma, B.Sc, LLB, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, M.Pharma, LLM, MS, MD, and MDS. Additionally, the university provides a Ph.D. program with various specialisations at the doctoral level.
Q: Who are the top recruiters at SOA University Placements?
A: The top recruiters at SOA University Placements include Microsoft, Amazon, Finastra, Robert Bosch, Dell, PWC, Kloudgin, Deloitte, HP Inc, Temenos, Informatica, MAQ Software, NPCI, Salesforce, and Rapyuta Robotics, among others.
Q: Can I get direct admission to SOA University?
A: Admission to various UG and PG courses at SOA University is conducted through the Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Admission Test (SAAT). Additionally, the university offers admissions to candidates who have appeared for national-level entrance exams such as CAT, XAT, MAT, JEE Main, GPAT, GATE, NEET, and CLAT.
Q: What is the rank of SOA University in NIRF?
A: SOA University is ranked 26 overall in the NIRF India Rankings 2023.
Q: How can I check my SAAT result?
A: The result of the SAAT entrance exam will be announced on the official website of the university. A separate merit list for various courses will be prepared based on the SAAT results. Students are advised to visit the website for updates on the result and other notifications.
