Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University - [SOA]

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University, also known as SOA University, is a deemed-to-be private university established in 1996. The university is accredited by NBA and NAAC with an A++ Grade. B.Tech, MBBS, and MBA are the preferred courses among students.

NIRF Ranking 2025: 22 for B.Tech, 15 for Medical, and 66 for MBA. Total Fees (Excluding Hostel & Mess): INR 11.76 Lakhs for B.Tech (CSE), INR 7.4 Lakhs for MBA (General). Hostel Fees: INR 65,000 (Non-AC Accommodation) to INR 1.15 Lakhs (AC Accommodation) per year.

Admission Process: Through SAAT (University Entrance Exam) for all UG & PG Courses. Other Entrance Exams Accepted: JEE Main for B.Tech, CAT/XAT/CMAT for MBA, NEET UG for MBBS. Highest Package (2024): INR 43 LPA.

Number of Recruiters (2024): 210. Median Package (2024): INR 6 LPA (B.Tech), INR 9 LPA (MBBS), INR 5.2 LPA (MBA). SOA University has a modern campus infrastructure with well-equipped academic buildings, research facilities, central libraries, and advanced laboratories.

The campus is spread across 127 acres and is fully Wi-Fi-enabled. It also offers hostel accommodation and sports complexes across all its constituent institutions. SOA University Important Dates 2026 Admission to most courses at SOA University is based on merit in entrance exams conducted by the university.

Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Admission Test (SAAT) is a national-level entrance test conducted by SOA University every year. The tentative dates for SAAT 2026 are given below. Application Form (Online): Round 1: 05 Dec 2025 - 27 Apr 2026, Round 2: 30 Apr 2026 - 31 May 2026, Mopup Round: Till 30 Jun 2026, Stray Vacancy Rounds: Aug & Sep.

SAAT Entrance Test: Round 1: 07 May - 18 May, Round 2: 06 Jun - 14 Jun, Mopup Round: 05 Jul - 12 Jul, Stray Vacancy: August & September. Last Date to Apply: 27 Apr (Round 1), 31 May (Round 2), 30 Jun (Mopup). SOA University MBBS/BDS Admission Dates 2026 Admission to MBBS/BDS is based on NEET UG followed by centralised counselling conducted by MCC.

The tentative dates for the counselling process are given below. Start of NEET UG Application Process: First week of Feb 2026. NEET UG Exam Date: May 3, 2026.

NEET UG Counselling Timeline: July 2026 - Aug 2026. SOA University Courses & Fees 2026 SOA University offers courses in medical, dental, pharmacy, management, engineering, and other disciplines at UG and PG levels. B.Tech, MBBS, B.Sc.(Nursing) at UG and MBA at PG are the popular courses.

The details of courses and fees are given below. B.Tech: Total Academic Fees INR 11.8 Lakhs (CSE). Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category candidates).

Selection: SAAT/JEE Main Scores. BBA: Total Academic Fees INR 5.2 Lakhs. Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent in any stream with at least 60% marks (50% for SC/ST category).

Selection: SAAT Scores. B.Pharma: Total Academic Fees INR 8.5 Lakhs. Eligibility: 10+2 in English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology with 60% marks (50% for reserved category).

Selection: SAAT Scores. M.Tech: Total Academic Fees INR 3 Lakhs. Eligibility: B.E/B.Tech or equivalent with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category).

Selection: SAAT/GATE Scores. MBA: Total Academic Fees INR 7.4 Lakhs (MBA-General). Eligibility: Graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category).

Selection: SAAT/CAT/MAT/ATMA Scores. MCA: Total Academic Fees INR 3.9 Lakhs. Eligibility: Graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category).

Selection: SAAT/GATE Scores. M.Pharma: Total Academic Fees INR 3.8 Lakhs. Eligibility: B.Pharm with a minimum of 60% aggregate marks (50% for reserved category).

Selection: SAAT/GPAT Scores. LLM: Total Academic Fees INR 1.8 Lakhs. Eligibility: LLB or Integrated Law.

Selection: SAAT/CLAT-PG Scores. MBBS: Total Academic Fees INR 99.8 Lakhs. Eligibility: Graduation with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks.

Selection: NEET UG Scores. BDS: Total Academic Fees INR 27.58 Lakhs. Popular Questions Ques.

What are the popular courses offered at SOA University? Ans. SOA University offers a wide range of UG, PG, and Doctoral programs across its 9 constituent institutes.

The most popular courses are: B.Tech (Engineering & Technology) – offered in CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Civil, etc. MBA (Management) – offered through the Institute of Business and Computer Studies (IBCS). MBBS & BDS (Medical & Dental Sciences) – offered through the Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital and SUM Dental College.

These programs are consistently in demand due to strong placements, NAAC A++ accreditation, and excellent campus infrastructure. Ques. Does SOA University offer scholarships or fee waivers?

Ans. Yes, SOA University offers merit-based scholarships and financial assistance to deserving students. Scholarships are primarily based on academic performance, entrance exam ranks (like JEE, CAT, XAT, MAT, or SAAT), and socio-economic background.

The university also provides tuition fee concessions to top-performing students each year. SOA University Admission 2026 is entrance-based. Most programs require the Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Admission Test (SAAT).

Some courses also accept national-level exam scores like JEE Main, NEET, and CAT. Admission to B.Tech is based on JEE Main or SAAT scores. This is followed by university-level counseling.

For MBBS and BDS, admission depends on NEET UG scores. Counseling is conducted by the Medical Counseling Committee (MCC). The counseling for medical seats at this deemed-to-be university is centralized.

Candidates do not need to apply to a state counseling body separately. MBA admission is based on national entrance exams like CAT, XAT, or CMAT. It also accepts SAAT PG scores conducted by the university.

Candidates applying for UG and PG courses in Pharmacy, Nursing, Hotel Management, Agriculture, and General Science are selected based on SAAT. SOA University has not released its official placement report for 2025. As per the latest report, the highest package stood at INR 43 LPA in 2024.

The median package for B.Tech stood at INR 6 LPA in 2024. The detailed placement statistics for 2024 are given below. Course | Students Eligible for Placements | Students Placed | Median Package B.Tech | 1903 | 1802 | INR 6 LPA M.Tech. | 51 | 46 | INR 5.25 LPA MBBS (2023) | 148 | 148 | INR 9 LPA MBA | 180 | 175 | INR 5.25 LPA B.D.S. | 67 | 64 | INR 5.40 LPA L.L.B.(Hons.) | 52 | 38 | INR 5.40 LPA A B.Tech (ECE) student named Divyanshu shared his views on placements.

He said placements are decent. For campus placement, students must be in at least the 6th semester. Many companies visit the college, such as JP Morgan, Samsung, and Zscaler.

Samsung offers around 20 LPA. The overall average package is around 4-5 LPA. The highest package is 60 LPA.

Around 70 percent of students get placed. SOA University has been ranked by various agencies in categories like Engineering, Management, Medical, and Nursing. NIRF ranked it 9th in Dental and 10th in Law in 2025.

The rankings by prominent agencies are given below. Ranking Agency | Category | Rankings 2025 MyKollege | Nursing | 38 (2nd in Odisha) MyKollege | Medical | 34 (2nd in Odisha) MyKollege | B.Tech | 129 (5th in Odisha) NIRF | Medical | 15 (2nd in Odisha) NIRF | B.Tech | 22 (2nd in Odisha) NIRF | MBA | 66 (3rd in Odisha) IIRF | Nursing | 13 (2nd in Odisha) IIRF | Medical | 7 For the academic year 2025, SOA University scholarships are granted to UG students and MTech students. These scholarships are based on various criteria.

Undergraduate students admitted from Admission year 2025-2026 through a nationally recognized entrance examination are eligible for a scholarship. They must secure a minimum overall of 80% marks in both 10th and +2 board exams (or equivalent). The monetary scholarship is INR 35,000 per annum for the entire normalized and prescribed length of the UG course.

To continue receiving the annual scholarship, students must secure a minimum CGPA of 8.0 without any backlog. MTech students admitted from Admission year 2025-2026 through a nationally recognized entrance examination are eligible for a stipend. The stipend is INR 7,500 per month for a maximum period of two years.

For the 1st year, students must maintain 75% attendance. They must also secure a minimum CGPA of 7.5 without any backlog. To continue for the 2nd year, they need to maintain 75% attendance.

SOA University offers multidisciplinary education with NAAC A++ accreditation. It has a NIRF ranking of 22nd in Engineering. It has over 80% placement rate in engineering.

The median package for B.Tech is INR 6 LPA, and the top package is INR 43 LPA. KIIT University has a strong national presence with a NIRF rank within the top 50 universities. It offers wider course options, including niche programs in biotechnology and law.

The median package for B.Tech courses stood at INR 7.50 LPA in 2024. Silicon University, also known as Silicon Institute of Technology, mainly focuses on engineering education. It has a NIRF ranking in the 201-300 range for private colleges in Odisha.

Placement averages INR 5 LPA with a focus on regional recruiters. It offers more affordable fees but limited course variety compared to SOA and KIIT. A detailed comparison of these universities is given below.

Particular | SOA University | KIIT University | Silicon University Established Year | 1996 | 1992 | 2001 Popular Course | B.Tech | B.Tech | B.Tech Admission Process | Entrance exam + university counseling | Entrance exam + university counseling | JEE Main exams, followed by OJEE counselling Entrance Exam Accepted | JEE Main/SAAT UG | JEE Main/KIITEE | JEE Main Academic Fees (2025) | INR 11.8 Lakhs (CSE) | INR 20.76 Lakhs (CSE) | INR 9.64 Lakhs (CSE) Seat Intake | ~240 Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University (SOA) is a deemed university located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The university is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and holds multiple regulatory approvals for its programmes, including AICTE for engineering, PCI for pharmacy, BCI for law, INC for nursing, and DCI for dentistry. Some programmes also have NBA or national accreditation.

Campus Infrastructure SOA University is spread across a campus area of 127 acres. The campus houses a library with a large collection of textbooks, reference books, e-books, and e-journals. Labs are well-equipped for research and development.

Sports facilities include basketball, volleyball, badminton courts, and a cricket ground. A gymnasium is available on campus for students. Computer labs have IT infrastructure with high-speed internet.

Other facilities include a cafeteria, transportation, and an auditorium. Hostel Facilities SOA University offers hostel accommodations with both AC and non-AC rooms. Room options include double, triple, and quadruple occupancy.

The mess serves meals four times a day, with non-vegetarian options available multiple times a week. Hostel facilities include Wi-Fi, 24-hour electricity, water supply, security, and daily cleaning services. Rooms are shared and equipped with basic furniture like beds, tables, chairs, and cupboards.

Hostel fees per annum are as follows: - AC rooms: INR 95,000 to INR 1.35 Lakhs - Non-AC rooms: INR 60,000 to INR 70,000 Frequently Asked Questions Is SOA a recognized University? SOA is recognized under UGC as a deemed university. It holds multiple regulatory approvals across programmes, including AICTE for engineering, PCI for pharmacy, BCI for law, INC for nursing, and DCI for dentistry.

Some programs have NBA or national accreditation. When do I need to pay the fees at SOA University? Candidates need to pay the fees after seat allotment and document verification.

For subsequent years or semesters, the schedule is typically announced by the university or department, often at the start of each semester or session. Is NEET required for medical and dental courses at SOA? Yes, admission to MBBS, BDS, MD, and MS courses is strictly based on NEET UG and NEET PG scores respectively.

Does SOA University offer seat reservation? SOA University follows central government reservation guidelines. This includes SC/ST and PwD reservations, and women candidates get 30% reservation seats.

Specifically, 15% of seats are reserved for Schedule Caste candidates and 7.5% for Schedule Tribe candidates. A 3% reservation is available for physically disabled candidates in engineering, technology, MBA, MCA, HMCT, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Biotechnology courses. How competitive is the SAAT UG exam for admission at SOA University?

There is no officially published data on SAAT UG competitiveness. Based on research, approximately 15000-25000 students appear for the SAAT UG across the country. SOA University fills approximately 1500-2000 seats annually across all UG courses through SAAT counseling and merit-based selection.

Can I get direct admission to courses at SOA University? No, direct admission is not available. Admission to various courses is primarily based on SAAT or national-level entrance exams.

Candidates must have a valid entrance exam score to get admission.