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Q:   What is the scope of MBA?
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The scope of MBA course is increasing day by day. MBA is one of the big job oriented professional programme and the most one which has been sought by the students. Once you have completed your degree, you have a great job opportunity in the industrial world. You may the manager or executive in term of designation.

The management term is most suited to the managers and that's why it is the way, where you can reach on the top of the height as soon as possible by using your leadership and working proficiency. An MBA professional always plays a vital role in his/her company and this is why he used to keep in touch with the board of directors. No need to specify the companies who recruit the MBA professionals. All sectors including government and public have various industries, companies, institutions or related organizations, come in the job prospective fields for an MBA professional.

Some job profiles are listed here:

  • Brand Manager
  • Account Manager
  • International Business Manager
  • Marketing Executive
  • Business Technical Consultant

All the best.

Q:   Does SOA University have a placement cell?
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Yes, the University has a Training and Placement Cell that focuses on three aspects of a career such as Placement and subsequent career, Higher Education, and Entrepreneurship. The Cell organises training modules as a part of regular classes starting from the pre-final year of all the batches so that they get ready before the start of the campus recruitment drives.

Q:   Is SOA University a good university?
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SOA is one of the top private universities in Bhubaneswar, India. It is allotted a band rank of 1201-1400 by the QS World University Rankings 2025. The NIRF 2022 ranked SOA University in 16th position. SOA University has been continuously ranked among the top 20 Universities in India by NIRF. SOA is approved by the UGC and accredited by NAAC, ABET, and NBA. It is also recognised by the Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (SIRO). The SOA University's placement drive for the batch graduating in 2022 has been successfully completed. According to the most recent data, INR 42 LPA was the highest salary package provided during the 2022 placement drive. Students from SOA University's numerous programmes, including B.Tech, MBA, MCA and BDS among others, received favourable offers from reputable businesses during the placement drive for 2022.

Q:   What is the average package of Siksha 'O' Anusandhan?
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The SOA University average package details of 2025-2024 have not been released on the official website. However, the highest package for the past three years of Siksha 'O' Anusandhan placements is out, which is as follows:

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Highest package

INR 31 LPA

INR 42 LPA

INR 46 LPA

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SOA University Admission Process & Important Dates 2026

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

15 Courses3 years-4 years
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  • 10+2 with 50% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: JEE Main, SAAT
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DatesEvents
12 Feb '26
JEE Main 2026 Result Date Session 1 by
1 Feb '26 - 25 Feb '26
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2Ongoing
Mar '26
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Session 2Tentative
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Q:   What are the key dates for admission to the BPharm course at SOA University?
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SOA University accepts the valid scores of SAAT for admissions to BPharm courses. Therefore, dates related to this entrance exam are important dates for admissions to BPharm courses at SOA University. Check out the timelines containing important dates of the SAAT entrance exams with events below: 

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 24 - Apr ' 25

SAAT application form 2025 phase 1

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Apr ' 25

SAAT exam date 2025 phase 1

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Apr ' 25 - May ' 25

SAAT application form 2025 phase 2

TENTATIVE
Jun ' 25

SAAT 2025 Exam Date Phase 2

Q:   What are the important dates for admission to BBA course at SOA University?
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SOA University accepts the valid scores of  SAAT for admissions to BBA courses. Therefore, dates related to this entrance exam are important dates for admissions to BBA courses at SOA University. Check out the timelines containing important dates of the SAAT entrance exams with events below: 

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
Dec ' 24 - Apr ' 25

SAAT application form 2025 phase 1

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Apr ' 25

SAAT exam date 2025 phase 1

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Apr ' 25 - May ' 25

SAAT application form 2025 phase 2

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Jun ' 25

SAAT 2025 Exam Date Phase 2

Q:   Which entrance exam does SOA University accepts for admissions to MBA courses?
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For admissions to MBA courses at SOA University, the university gives a choice among several entrance exams.  SOA University accepts the scores of CUET PG/CAT/MAT/XAT/SAAT entrance examinations for admissions to the MBA course.  Shiksha 'O' Anusandhan released the merit list of shortlisted candidates on the basis of these mentioned entrance examinations. 

Q:   From where can I get the SAAT application form for admission to BTech course at SOA University?
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For admissions to the BTech course at SOA University, the university accepts the scores of SAAT. Moreover, candidates can access and fill out the SAAT (Siksha 'O' Anusandhan Admission Test) application form from the official website of SOA University. At the admission protal of the univeristy, the application form of SAAT is available. Candidates can fill out the form with requried details. Note: candidates can appear for SAAT only once per programme. 

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4.1/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements3.9
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure4.2
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.2
Crowd Review IconCampus Life4.1
Money Review IconValue for Money3.9
What students say about SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan
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The top recruiting companies include Adobe, Amazon, Microsoft, Accenture, Capgemini, Wipro, Infosys, Hewlett Packard, Tech Mahindra, Oracle, EY, L&T Infotech, High Radius, BOSCH, Mindtree, Cognizant, Deloitte, IBM, etc.
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Placements at SOA for civil engineering is not that good because a very few companies visit our campus to recruit students.
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Aman Raj Verified Icon
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2026
1.6
2Placements1Infrastructure2Faculty1Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
High fees, poor hostel life, language barrier, and extreme pressure for students.
Placements: Placement is the only reason some students join this college. Many companies come, and students get good packages, but there is no placement guarantee at all. They bring these companies by paying them money, also, they just fire you after 6 months, as they pay money, so you can get placed.
Infrastructure: Infrastructure looks good only in photos and rankings. In reality, the campus is overcrowded withuseless buildings and no real campus life or open space. Wi-Fi is terrible (0/10) in both the campus and hostels. Hostel management is very bad. There is no medical support inside the hostels. Even if you are very sick or unable to walk, you have to go to the main gate for medicine. Otherwise, they directly send you to a hospital by ambulance. They do not provide medical facilities for you. The hostel office is not supportive at all.
Faculty: Teaching quality is good and depends on the teachers. Around 60 percent of teachers speak mostly Odia, which became a big language barrier for non-Odia students same problem exists in hostels also due to Odia monopoly coordinators, and all rules and exam policies change at the last moment without proper information. Even when genuine medical issues are ignored, the environment is very stressful and mentally draining. This college tries every possible way to give you backlogs. If you are ill during mid-semester and cannot give the exam, they do not even conduct re-mid (new rule), and you can get a back easily. Pressure stressed random.
Other: I chose this course because a relative said this is a good college. I have an interest in B.Tech CSE, but this college can break you mentally if you are not prepared. Sudden rule changes, language issues, bad hostel management, poor Wi-Fi, and no empathy from authorities make life very difficult, and complaints feel useless. NIRF ranking does not match reality. Online reviews are misleading, so don't trust them blindly. If you are a topper who only wants placement and can ignore college life completely, then you may survive here otherwise, think carefully before joining. Focus only on studies and stay away.
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Mokshyda Ashutosh Das Verified Icon
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Good college, okay placement.
Placements: There are many students in our batch. In our institute, the highest package was about 12 LPA. Our top recruiting companies are Dell, Wipro, TCS, etc. In our institution, many of the students were hired by TCS and WIPRO. All types of roles are available.
Infrastructure: In our institute, we have smart classrooms with a good internet connection. Our labs and library are very good, and the classrooms are well air-conditioned. Our hostel food is very nice, and we have good sanitation in our hostel. Wi-Fi is available but not too fast.
Faculty: Our institute teachers are qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful. Their teaching quality is very good, and we can understand everything as they teach. Subjects like UPM and CALCULUS are quite hard, while UHV and ICP are a little bit easier. As a first year, I don't know the passing percentage.
Other: I chose this course because I am interested in software-related things. In our course, according to me, the best thing is building applications, and also CSE has abundant job opportunities. Improvements such as skill development and problem-solving are encouraged. Our institute gives scholarships to students, and there are many extracurricular activities provided by our college.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026Read More
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.6
4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Good, but if you do not take the risk of money, then come to study here. Otherwise, very good.
Placements: In this college, the placement rate is above 85%. The top companies are TCS, Wipro, Infosys, Accenture, Cognizant, Dell, And Flipkart (which comes once this year), etc. The average package is 6 to 7 LPA. Recently, Accenture conducted mass recruitment, taking 300 candidates from ITER and providing packages of 12 LPA to around 77 students of the final year. Generally, companies come for placements around the 5th semester and continue to the last semester. Good, but not like KIIT, Odisha.
Infrastructure: In the case of the hostel, the fees are 1,10,000 for 1 year, and according to it, the food is good in quality and quantity. The hostel infrastructure is also good and study-friendly. The faculty are good. For machine learning, high-quality labs are provided. In the library, the behavior of teachers is good and very friendly. Free medicine and minor treatment are provided by SUM IMS, SOA. No functions are organized by the college except for the annual function, but many smaller events are organized, like robotics camps, the SOA Cup, and many more. It deserves a 5-star rating.
Faculty: According me i seen that many more faculties are graduate from the best institute from the India.and well experienced like 15 to 25 year. Some sir's are also 35 years of experience. Some of the associate professor are not like that but overall teaching quality is good but very fast to complete the syllabus.in the engineering college it very common. I am in first year according to.me the semester is heard level but it is important.
Other: I opted for this course because I am pretty interested in it, and it is a valuable course.
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Rohit Kumar Singh Verified Icon
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.2
4Placements3Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
I chose the best inter for real.
Placements: If you study, then you will one hundred percent get a job in our college. 90 percent of students are placed. The average package is 5 LPA. Meanwhile, the highest package is 42 LPA according to current data from Amazon, Infosys, etc top companies visit here.
Infrastructure: The environment is so friendly. There are clean and neat classrooms. There is AC in every single class. The professors are friendly and understanding. The hostel is good, but the mess food is not that great. If you get into the habit, you will learn to adjust. The environment is so friendly.
Faculty: Teachers are friendly and understanding in nature. Staff members here create a environment where one should always learn to develop and study. The semester exams in college are not that difficult. Professors made it easy for students by teaching in such a way. Teachers are highly impressive.
Other: I chose B.Tech in CSE because nowadays its the era of computers and Ais and this is the future.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2029
5
5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
One of the best things about the university is that ragging is strictly prohibited on campus.
Placements: 85 to 90 percent students are placed in my course. Out of these students, 35 to 40 percent students are in a specialisation course. The highest Package offered is 46 LPA, the average package 6 to 6.5 LPA, the lowest Package offered is 3.3 to 3.5 LPA. High paying recruiters are Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Deloitte, PwC, Informatica, ServiceNow, Zscaler, Yugabyte. Mass Recruiters are TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant GenC/Next, Capgemini, Accenture, and DXC Technology. 60 to 70 percent of students secure internships. Top Roles offered are Software Development Engineer SDE, System Engineer or Analyst, Full Stack Developer, Cloud Support Engineer, Data Analyst or Consultant, and Quality Assurance QA Engineer.
Infrastructure: The biggest relief here is that almost all our classrooms are air-conditioned. For CSE, the labs are pretty solid, and we have dedicated labs. Most PCs have decent i5/i7 processors and run the necessary software without lagging. You get plenty of lab time, but strict attendance is maintained. There are multiple hostels for boys and girls. They are separate. You can choose between AC and Non AC rooms. The rooms are generally clean and tidy. Bathrooms are cleaned daily.
Faculty: Most of our professors hold PhDs or are pursuing them. The syllabus is actually quite updated. We have subjects like AI/ML, Cloud Computing, IoT, and Data Analytics as electives or core subjects in later semesters, which match what companies want. Industry because of the Practice School PS programme. In the final semester 8th sem, you do not have regular classes. You are expected to work in a company internship or do a major industry based project. This bridges the gap significantly.
Other: A 35000 Scholarship is for meticulous students.
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Sunayan Debnath Verified Icon
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2028
3.2
3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty2Crowd & Campus Life3Value for Money
Dissatisfied because of job opportunities.
Placements: My college placements are average. Many companies come to our college, but pick very few students every year. Though the college claims 100% placements, that's not the case. Many of my seniors are struggling to get jobs. Academics are good but lack in extracurricular activities.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of the college is great, but the non-AC hostels are not that good. If you want to stay in good condition, I recommend staying out of the college in a flat or PG. PGs are great there and very cheap. You can find lots of them. The library, Wi-Fi, and canteens are great, and there is no problem there.
Faculty: The faculty members are great, and the subject choices are good with some extra side subjects. The exams are of 30 marks for mid-semester and 60 marks for end-semester. Semester exams are not easy but also not hard; a little bit of study can result in getting more than 8 CGPA. Teachers are knowledgeable and highly educated.
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SOA University Cut-Off 2025

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NEET PG Round 2 Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
MD in Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy124691071823977
MD in General Medicine152021640922815
MD in Radiodiagnosis8377851918460
MS in Obstetrtics and Gynaecology2420225592– / –
MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology– / –– / –33661
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Q:   What is SOA University MBBS cutoff 2023?
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SOA University cutoff for MBBS course offered at UG levels is released round-wise. Candidates seeking admission to MBBS course offered at SOA University must have a valid score in NEET UG followed by the NEET UG Counselling. As per SOA University cutoff 2023, NEET UG Counselling concluded with the release of Round 4 Seat Allotment results. Tabulated below is the Round-wise closing ranks for SOA University MBBS cutoff 2023 for the General category All India candidates:

RoundNEET UG Cutoff 2023
1300628
2275031
364055
488010
Q:   What CAT percentile is required for getting admission into the SOA University for an MBA? I have 40 Percentile in CAT.
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Candidates seeking admission at SOA University must have a valid CAT scores. The cutoff percentile required for MBA course should stand at 25 for the General AI category candidates, considering the SOA University cutoff 2024 for the last-round. Moreover, getting 40 percentile in CAT exam is more than enough to get you admission at SOA University, but candidates should also meet the sectional cutoffs as well. Check out below the cutoff percentile needed for the SOA University for the MBA course:

Master of Business Administration (MBA) - SOA University : CAT percentile Cutoff (General-All India)
Section2024
Overall25
Quants25
VA-RC25
DI-LR25

 

 

SOA University Ranking 2026

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Q:   Is SOA a tier 1 college?
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Siksha O Anusandhan is a tier 2 university. It offers quality education to the students and the better opportunities. SOA University offers various courses in different fields such as Engineering, Management, Law, Medical, Pharmacy, Nursing, Agriculture, and others. Students, who perform an average of 7 or 7 CGPA also get placed at top companies such as Infosys, TCS, Dell, and others.

Q:   My rank is 70k. Do I have a chance of getting a seat in SOA University till last round of counselling?
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For AII India and Home State categories, the NEET UG cutoff were released. Based on the SOA University cutoff 2024, the last round for the medical courses stood at, 323611 for the General AI category candidates. As per the cutoff, yes it is possible to take admission with 70k for the MBBS course. 

Q:   What NEET PG rank is required for getting admission into the SOA University for a General Medicine? I have 7k rank in NEET PG?
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SOA University offers medical courses like MD and MS courses through NEET PG. As per SOA University NEET PG cutoff 2024, the General Medicine course' cutoff stood at, 16409 for the General AI category candidates. So, to get into the institute 7k rank is more than sufficient.

Q:   What trends were observed in the 'Southern Asia' category in the QS World University Rankings for SOA University?
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SOA University saw a positive change in the QS World University Rankings by going from an unspecified rank in 2022 to 110 in 2023. However, in 2024, the university got a ranking of 143. 

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SOA University Placement 2025

CourseMedian Salary
B.E. / B.Tech
5.7 LPA
B.Sc.
3.6 LPA
MBA/PGDM
4.8 LPA
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Top Recruiters

Amazon.com
Asian Paints
Bosch Ltd
CapGemini
Cognizant
Deloitte
HCL
hilton
HDFC Bank
IBM
Infosys
L&T Technology
Macleods
Mahindra Group
Microsoft
Nestle
TCS
Wipro
Tech Mahindra
Reliance
Oyo Rooms
Accor Group
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Internships and industry projects

Offered in the final year only

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Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Majority opted in India

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Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

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Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Love being in college

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Q:   Which college provides a better median salary for B.Pharma: Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra or SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan?
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The median salary package offered to the students after finishing B.Pharma from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra is INR 500,000. While, the Median package offered by SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan after completion of B.Pharma is INR 450,000. Basis these stats, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra is better option compared to SOA University - Siksha 'O' Anusandhan on the Median salary parameter.
Q:   Does Siksha 'O' Anusandhan provide 100% placements?
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The SOA University placement percentage has not been released. However, the other placement details are out, which are as follows:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)
the highest packageINR 46 LPA
Companies visited256
Q:   How are the placements at Siksha 'O' Anusandhan?
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A total of 256 companies visited the University campus during the 2023 recruitment process and offered the highest package of INR 46 LPA. Take a look at the table below depicting the SOA University placement details 2023:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2023)
Highest packageINR 46 LPA
Companies visited256
Q:   What is the highest package trend at SOA University?
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An improving trend was recorded in the Siksha 'O' Anusandhan the highest package offered over the past three years. See the infographic below for a detailed analysis of SOA University placement package trends:

SOA University placement package

SOA University Scholarship 2026

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Q:   Is there any scholarship in Siksha O Anusandhan?
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SOA University provides scholarships for various programs. Students meet the eligibility criteria as per the course. The university provides various programs like BTech, BSc, MSc, MBA and others scholarships. The scholarship fee from INR 5,000 to INR 35,000 programme. 

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SOA University Courses & Fee 2026

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B.E. / B.Tech(15 courses)
5.1 L - 12.2 LGet Fee Details
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B.Sc.(8 courses)
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10+2 : 50-60 %
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10+2 : 45 %
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : XATMAT+4 More
M.Sc.(24 courses)
1.8 L - 3.4 LGet Fee Details
10+2 : 60 %
Graduation : 50-60 %
Exams : ICAR AIEEASAAT+1 More
BMLT(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
Exams : SAAT
BBA(2 courses)
10+2 : 45-50 %
Exams : SAATOJEE
B.Pharma(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
Exams : SAAT
BDS(1 course)
10+2 : 50 %
Exams : NEET
MCA(1 course)
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : SAAT
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : CLATSAAT
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Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for the B.Tech course at SOA University?
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The eligibility criteria for B.Tech course in SOA university, candidates shall have passed Class 12 or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks (50% in case of SC / ST / OBC category) and obtained at least 50% marks in Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. Siksha 'o' Anusandhan course admissions for various UG and PG courses of Engineering is done through either SAAT or various national-level entrance exams. Further, the university releases merit lists for students who got qualified in the respective entrance exams. For the final selection process, it is mandatory for students to appear for the counselling process conducted by the university.
Q:   What is the hostel fee structure of SOA University?
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The hostel fee structure for SOA University depends upon the number of accommodations, for double sharing with Air conditioning the fee is INR 1.20 Lacs per annum. For triple-sharing rooms with Air conditioning, the fee is INR 90,000 per annum. Siksha O Anusandhan University provides separate hostels for boys and girls with 24-hour security and Wi-Fi facilities. There are 13 boys and 11 girls hostel. The hostels also have mess facilities providing hygienic and nutritious food. The mess charges are not included in the hostel fee, candidates need to pay INR 36,000 per annum to avail of the campus mess.
Q:   Is SOA University hard to get?
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Yes, it is hard to get admission at SOA University. The university offers UG, PG, and PhD courses across various streams such as  Agriculture, Law, Medical, Management, Engineering and others. SOA University admission for UG and PG programs is based on SOA's entrance exam i.e. SAAT. Apart from that, national-level entrance exams such as NEET, JEE Main,  CAT, XAT,  GATE, etc. are also accepted for the admission process. 

Q:   What is CAT cutoff for SOA University?
A: 

SOA University cutoff for MBA is a two-step process. In the first step, candidates having a valid CAT 2024 are shortlisted further rounds. The SOA University CAT cutoff 2024 for the MBA course stood the similar than that of the previous year at 25 percentile.

 
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SOA University Application Process 2026

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Q:   What are the important dates for admission to BTech course at SOA University?
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SOA University accepts the valid scores of JEE Mains and SAAT for admissions to BTech courses. Therefore, any dates related to these entrance exams are important dates for admissions to BTech courses at SOA University. Check out the timelines containing important dates of the SAAT and JEE Mains entrance exams with events below: 

DatesUpcoming Exam Dates
02 Apr ' 25 - 09 Apr ' 25

JEE Mains 2025 Exam Date Session 2

Apr ' 25

JEE Main Answer Key 2025 Session 2

Apr ' 25

JEE Main Result 2025 Session 2

SAAT 

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Q:   Where can I find the SAAT application form for SOA University's BPharm course?
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The SAAT application form is available on the university's official website on the admission portal. Students can fill out their form online. Applicants can sit for the SAAT only once for a programme. 

 

Q:   Can I be admitted to SOA University without the SAAT Exam?
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Yes, students can get direct admission without the SAAT exam. But in that case, students must qualify the national-level entrance exam related to the course such as BTech, MBBS, MBA, M.Tech and others. SOA University admission is based on the SAAT exam or equivalent qualifying exam such as JEE Main, GATE, NEET, CAT, MAT, etc. It has a separate merit list based on the candidate qualifying for the exam. 

Q:   Are admissions open in SOA University BTech?
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Yes, SOA University Bhubaneswar admissions 2025-26 are currently open for BTech and other programs. Siksha 'O' Anusandhan University has been accredited by the NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) with an A+ grade. Students can visit the official website of the university to learn more and apply onkine for various courses.

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Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events

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Q:   What is the campus size of Siksha O Anusandhan (SOA)?
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SOA Univeristy is spread over 127 acres of area. It has fully equipped campuses and the built-up area is INR 4.5 Lacs square meters. It has a multi-structured campus which is well-equipped with modern classrooms, laboratories, a library, a sports complex, a hostel and many other facilities for the students.

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SOA University FAQs

Q:   Will SOA University be the right choice for a BSc in Agriculture?
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Yes, SOA University is the right choice for BSc in Agriculture.  Siksha O Anusandhan has gained recognition in the field of academics. The university also offers modern infrastructure and resources which help students in their studies and research. It provides an environment-friendly atmosphere to the students on the campus. According, to Shikhsha's verified reviews BSc in Agriculture is one of the prominent choices as it offers quality education with proper assistance.

Q:   What is the placement scenario at SOA University?
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Over the past three years of placements, an improving trend was recorded in the highest package offered and the number of companies participating. The table below depicts the Siksha 'O' Anusandhan placement trends for a detailed analysis:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2021)Placement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)
the highest packageINR 31 LPAINR 42 LPAINR 46 LPA
Companies visited157164256
Q:   What is the SOA University NEET UG Cutoff 2025?
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The SOA University NEET UG Cutoff 2025 was published for admission to the MBBS course for all rounds and various categories under the All India quota. The overall cutoff for the General AI category students ranged from 233205 to 298163, according to the first and last round cutoff ranks. 

Note: The cutoff for other categories in different rounds will vary accordingly. 

Q:   How many colleges are under SOA University?
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Siksha O Anusandhan (SOA) has 10 constituent institutes through which they offer UG, PG and Doctoral Programs. The constituent institutes of SOA University are:

·       Institute of Technical Education and Research: Faculty of Engineering and Technology

·       Institute of Business and Computer Studies: Faculty of Management Sciences

·       School of Pharmaceutical Sciences: Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

·       School of Hotel Management: Faculty of Hospitality and Tourism Management

·       Institute of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry: Faculty of Veterinary Sciences

·       Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital: Faculty of Medical Sciences

·       Institute of Dental Sciences: Faculty of Dental Sciences

·       SUM Nursing Colleges: Faculty of Nursing

·       Institute of Agriculture Sciences: Faculty of Agriculture Sciences

·       SOA National Institute of Law: Faculty of Legal Studies

Q:   Does SOA University offer a BBA course?
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Yes, SOA University does offer a BBA course for the duration of three years, and it is offered in full-time mode. In addition, the university offers an integrated BBA + MBA course for the duration of five years, divided into ten semesters. The basic eligibility criteria required for admissions to BBA courses is that candidates must complete their Class 12 with an aggregate of 50% (45% for reserved category candidates). Admission is based on candidates' achieved scores in SAAT (SOA Admission Test). 

Q:   How many companies participated in Siksha 'O' Anusandhan placements?
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A total of 256 companies participated in the 2023 placements. Earlier, 164 companies were part of the 2022 drive. Looking at the past three years' data (2021 to 2023), year-on-year growth was recorded in the number of recruiters. The following table represents the exact number for reference:

ParticularsPlacement Statistics (2021)Placement Statistics (2022)Placement Statistics (2023)
Total recruiters157164256
Q:   What is expected SOA University NEET SS Cutoff 2025?
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According to the SOA University NEET SS Cutoff 2024, the overall cutoff range fell between 470 and 5385 for the General category students who belong to the All India quota. Going by the 2024 cutoff data, the cutoff might fall somewhere around this range.

The cutoff varies each year because of several factors, such as the number of applicants appeared for the test, the difficulty level of the examination, the total number of seats for the course, etc. To know the cutoff of the past years, ie, 2024 and 2023, students can click here.

 

 

Q:   What is the placement package offered at SOA University?
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The highest package bagged by the 2024 batch was INR 46 LPA. The table below represents the SOA University highets package trends from 2021 to 2023:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2021)

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

the highest package

INR 31 LPA

INR 42 LPA

INR 46 LPA

Q:   What is the expected CAT cutoff 2025?
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From the past three years, the CAT cutoff remained consistent for SOA University for open category. Even, as per the SOA University CAT cutoff 2024, the MBA cutoff stood at 25 for the General AI category candidates. It is expected that the continous trend will show a consistent trend in the upcoming cycle and it is assumed that CAT percentile will going to be remain same in the upcoming admission cycle.

Q:   Can I join BTech at SOA University without JEE Mains?
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Yes, you can get admission to BTech at SOA University without JEE Mains. The university accepts admission based on  SOA's entrance exam i.e. SAAT. For admission to the BTech course, candidates must have BTech eligibility criteria and valid scores in the entrance exam. Candidates must also qualify for SOA University BTech eligibility criteria Class 12 with 50% aggregate from a recognised board.

Q:   What is the SOA University NEET SS Cutoff?
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The SOA University NEET SS Cutoff 2025 will be available after the results are announced. Until then, according to the SOA University NEET SS Cutoff 2024, the most in-demand specialisation was DM in Oncology, followed by DM in Neonatology, with the last round cutoff of 436 and 470, respectively for the General AI category candidates. 

Students can refer to the table below to know the first and last round cutoff for the General AI category candidates. 

Course NameRound 1 (Closing Ranks)Last Round (Closing Ranks)
DM in Cardiology37451815
DM in Endocrinology18121812
DM in Gastroenterology26062606
DM in Neurology40481782
DM in Oncology545436
M.Ch. in Surgical Oncology25582405
M.Ch. in Urology34284087
M.Ch. in Surgical Gastroenterology746746
M.Ch. in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery32813281
DM in Clinical Haematology39035276
DM in Neonatology470470
DM in Rheumatology/Clinical Immunology and Rheumatology10531960
DM in Critical Care Medicine903903
M.Ch. in Neuro Surgery38515385
Q:   What is the total fees of SOA BTech programme?
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The total tuition fee for the BTech programme at SOA University ranges between INR 5.1 Lakhs - INR 11 lakhs. This range of fees does not include the cost of the mess or the hostel fee. There is a range in the fee structure because the fee for each specialisation can be slightly different from the other. The BTech programme at SOA University is also provided as a three-year lateral entry programme and in this case, the candidates will not have to pay for the first year of the prgramme. The fee mentioned here is taken from unofficial sources and can be indicative.

Q:   What is NEET 2024 schedule?
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Some of the important dates related to NEET cutoff 2024 are tabulated below:

DatesUpcoming Events
5 May '24
NEET 2024 Exam
14 Jun '24
NEET 2024 Result
Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for BTech in SOA?
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The minimum requirement for BTech in SOA University is class 12 with 50% marks. The university accepts the JEE Main and SAAT exams. Aspiring candidates can appear in one of those exam and meet the cut-off list which is released after the exam results. 

Q:   What are the specialisations SOA University offer in BTech?
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Siksha O Anusandhan provides BTech specialisations like Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML), Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security), Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Computer Science and Engineering (Internet of Things), Computer Science and Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering

Q:   Should I join Siksha O Anusandhan for the BTech course?
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SOA University is one of the renowned Engineering institutes located in Bhubaneswar Odisha. It is ranked among the top universities and consider factors like reputation of the university, faculty expertise, campus facilities and placement opportunities. Siksha O Anusandhan provides BTech specialisation in different fields. 

Q:   Which big companies visit SOA University?
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SOA University has top placements for campus recruitment include IT companies such as TCS, Wipro, HCL, Cognizant, Infosys, and some tech giants such Google, Amazon, Microsoft and many other big names. 

Q:   Does SOA University offer BPharm courses?
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Yes, SOA University does offer a BPharm course for the duration of four years, divided into eight semesters, and offered in full-time mode. To get admission into the BPharm course at SOA University, candidates must complete their Class 12 with Physics and Chemistry as compulsory subjects and Mathematics/ Biology as additional subjects. Moreover, candidates must have studied English as a subject in their higher senior secondary.

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