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Bhubaneswar, Odisha
SOA University
SOA University is also known as Shiksha 'O' Anusandhan , is a private deemed-to-be-university , established in 1996. The university gained deemed to be university in 2007 with courses offered in engineering, health science, and professional education. It is recognised by UGC and accredited with an A++ grade by NAAC and NBA The university ranks 129th in India and 5th in Odisha under the Competitor 1 B.Tech ranking 2025. SOA also ranks 22nd in India and 2nd in Odisha for its B.Tech program by NIRF (2025) . B.Tech, MBA, and MBBS are the most preferred programs at SOA University, with B.Tech CSE and MBA General as the top specialisation. B.Tech admissions: Candidates must have passed 10+2 with 60% marks in PCM, then selection is based on merit in SAAT (SOA Qdmission Tes t) or Valid JEE Main scores, followed by counselling.
It requires holding a bachelor's degree with 50% marks and valid scores in SAAT, CAT, MAT, XAT, followed by GD/ PI.
The university conducts its own entrance exam, the Shiksha 'o' anusandhan test (SAAT).
The highest package offered is around INR 43 LPA. Median package offered at INR 6 LPA for B.Tech. Placement rates are high ( often 85-95% + for eligible students). Over 200 companies are visiting. Read More SOA University Admission 2026 Open; Apply Now
Bhubaneswar (Tier 3 city)
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