National Institute of Science Education and Research (NISER), Bhubaneswar
NISER Bhubaneswar is widely regarded as one of the top-ranked and best institutes in Odisha, especially in the field of basic sciences and research. It holds a prestigious position nationally due to its direct affiliation with the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and its academic link to the Homi Bhabha National Institute. In terms of research output, NISER consistently ranks among the top institutions in India, especially in the Nature Index, which reflects high-impact scientific publications. Within Odisha, it stands out for its highly competitive admission via NEST, attracting top science talent from across the country. Within Odisha, NISER is often mentioned alongside institutions like IIT Bhubaneswar and AIIMS Bhubaneswar, but stands out in the field of pure science and research. While IIT Bhubaneswar may dominate in engineering, NISER is unparalleled in Odisha (and among the best in India) for pure science education and research.
NISER Bhubaneswar offers integrated 5-year M.Sc. programme in the core and emerging branches of Basic Sciences through it’s seven separate schools specializing in different areas of science and are School of Biological Sciences, School of Chemical Sciences, School of Computer Sciences, School of Earth and Planetary Sciences, School of Humanities and Social Sciences, School of Mathematical Sciences, School of Physical Sciences.
Integrated M.Sc.+ Ph.D programme involves a master’s degree (M.Sc.) followed by a doctorate (Ph.D.). Students after three years of undergraduate education can join the program.
M.Sc. in Medical and Radiological Physics Programme (CMRP, NISER): –
From 2022 NISER started offering M.Sc. in Medical and Radiological physics in Centre for Medical and Radiation Physics(CMRP).
NISER is recognized for its contributions to scientific research. Notably, it was ranked second in India by the Nature Index 2020, which assesses research output in natural sciences.
Situated on a 300-acre campus near the Barunei Hills, NISER’s infrastructure includes:-
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Academic buildings housing schools of Physical, Chemical, Biological, and Mathematical Sciences, as well as Humanities and Social Sciences.
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A well-equipped library and a meditation center.
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Residential facilities comprising hostels, faculty and staff quarters, and a director’s bungalow.
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Amenities such as a health center, community center, auditorium, gym, shopping complex, and an integrated sports complex with facilities for various sports.
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Advanced computing resources, including high-performance clusters like the Kalinga and Hartree clusters.