Bhubaneswar, April 1: Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University (SOA) here has achieved a significant milestone by securing a position in the 701-850 band in the QS World University Rankings 2026 by subject under the Life Sciences and Medicine category, reinforcing its rising stature in global academic and research excellence.
Further strengthening its national standing, the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital, faculty of medicine of SOA, was ranked 15th in the country by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2025. The University was also placed 15th by NIRF in the university category underscoring its consistent performance across key academic indicators.
Established as a premier healthcare destination in eastern India, IMS and SUM Hospital has been serving the people of Odisha and the neighbouring states since 2005. Over the years it has emerged as a trusted name in healthcare, committed to delivering quality and affordable medical services to all sections of society. The institution continues to expand its infrastructure and integrate advanced medical knowledge and technologies supported by a team of skilled professionals and domain experts.
These achievements reflect SOA’s unwavering commitment to excellence in medical education, research and patient care further consolidating its position as a leading institution at both national and global levels.
