Research at KIIT

Fostering innovation, discovery and social impact through an ecosystem that empowers over 40,000 students, 2,000 faculty and 175 research centres of excellence. Explore our programmes, partnerships and achievements in research and innovation.

Research in Numbers

125

Crores in Funded Projects

13,636+

Publications (Scopus/WoS)

1000+

Patents Filed

175+

Centres of Excellence

100+

Global Collaborations

KIIT Research Overview

Institutional Research Identity

KIIT ranks among India’s top universities for research and innovation. We are recognised by UGC as a Category‑I deemed‑to‑be university. Our research output contributes to QS, NIRF and Times Higher Education rankings, reflecting excellence in publication quality, citations, patents and international collaborations.

The University’s commitment to inclusivity and social upliftment through research is unique, especially through our partnership with KISS. KIIT researchers work on projects that impact tribal welfare, rural development and healthcare, showcasing an ethical, inclusive approach to knowledge creation.

Vision & Mission

KIIT’s vision is to be a globally recognised research university that advances knowledge and serves society. Our mission is to conduct high‑quality, interdisciplinary research and translate discoveries into innovations that improve lives, address societal challenges and contribute to sustainable development.

  • Encourage curiosity‑driven and problem‑oriented research across all disciplines.
  • Create a supportive environment for faculty, students and partners to innovate and collaborate.
  • Align research with national priorities and global agendas including the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Message from the Vice‑Chancellor

“At KIIT, research is a way of life. We strive to build an environment where students and faculty pursue knowledge without boundaries, collaborate across disciplines and translate ideas into innovations. Our research agenda is driven by curiosity, informed by societal needs and aligned with our vision of sustainable development. We invite you to join us on this journey of discovery.”

Research Ecosystem

Our ecosystem consists of governance structures, infrastructure and policies that enable quality research. Following UGC guidelines the Research & Development Cell (RDC) coordinates with Schools and Centres to ensure strategic alignment, ethical standards and effective resource utilisation.

Research Governance

The RDC and School‑level Research Committees guide research strategies, compliance and quality control. Advisory Councils include external experts and government nominees

Research Infrastructure

More than 50 specialised laboratories, advanced instrumentation facilities and 175+ centres of excellence enable cutting‑edge research across disciplines.

Ethics & Integrity

The Institutional Ethics Committees review and approve all research involving humans or animals, ensuring adherence to national and international standards

R&D Policies

Policies cover intellectual property, data management, open access, plagiarism and responsible conduct of research, aligned with national and international guidelines.

Centres of Innovation & Research (COIR)

KIIT hosts specialised COIRs in Quantum Technology, Smart Materials, Applied Behavioural Sciences, Defence & Strategic Studies and Renewable Energy, promoting interdisciplinary research.

Technology Transfer & IP Cell

The IP Cell manages invention disclosures, patent filing, licensing and spin‑out creation. It provides SOPs and support for protecting and commercialising research outcomes

Research Strengths & Focus Areas

KIIT pursues excellence across a broad spectrum of disciplines. Our ten major domains reflect a balance of fundamental science, applied technology, health and social innovation

  • Engineering
    AI & ML, Robotics, Power Electronics, Civil Infrastructure, Sustainable Design.

  • Medicine
    Clinical research, medical devices, neurosciences, cardiology, oncology.

  • Dental Sciences
    Biomaterials, prosthetics, imaging, regenerative dentistry and oral oncology.

  • Nursing
    Community health, simulation training, digital nursing interventions.

  • Law
    Constitutional law, tribal rights, alternative dispute resolution, cyber law.

  • Management
    Entrepreneurship, innovation management, sustainable business practices.

  • Biotechnology & Life Sciences
    Genomics, stem cell research, smart materials, drug discovery.

  • Humanities & Linguistics
    Language preservation, comparative literature, gender studies, cultural studies.

  • Public Health
    Epidemiology, health policy, environmental health, pandemic preparedness.

  • Rural Development
    Socio‑economic development, agriculture, microfinance, community empowerment.

Research Programmes & Opportunities

KIIT offers comprehensive research programmes and opportunities for scholars at all levels – from undergraduate researchers to seasoned academics.

Doctoral (PhD) Programmes

The RDC and School‑level Research Committees guide research strategies, compliance and quality control. Advisory Councils include external experts and government nominees

Faculty Research

Support for faculty projects through seed grants, sponsored research facilitation and consultancy opportunities. The RDC assists with proposal development and funding applications.

Student Innovation

Undergraduate and postgraduate students engage in research assistantships, hackathons, summer research internships and capstone projects addressing real‑world problems.

Visiting & International Scholars

KIIT welcomes visiting professors, adjunct faculty and international researchers for collaborative projects, joint supervision of students and exchange programmes.

Achievements & Metrics

Our impact is reflected in consistent growth of publications, patents and grants. Interactive charts below present year‑wise achievements (replace placeholders with real charts or plugin widgets).

Publications Growth Scopus / Web of Science

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Patents Filed & Granted

Based on your sheet (2020-21 to 2023-24 visible).

Funded Projects by Agency

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Grants & Consultancy Revenue

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Major Research Facilities & Laboratories

Each school hosts state‑of‑the‑art laboratories, pilot plants and field stations. Click a school to view its key research units.

  • Geotechnical & Geoenvironmental Laboratories: soil testing, offshore geotechnics, erosion and soil dynamics.
  • Structural & Materials Research Facility: concrete composites, smart materials, seismic testing.
  • Hydraulic & Environmental Engineering Labs: river hydraulics, water quality, sediment transport.
  • Advanced Manufacturing Lab: 3D printing, metal additive manufacturing and precision machining.
  • Composites & Material Testing Centre: fatigue, fracture and non‑destructive evaluation.
  • Automotive & Hybrid Systems Lab: electric and hybrid vehicle research, energy storage and propulsion.
  • Molecular Biology Core: PCR, genome sequencing, flow cytometry and microscopy.
  • Smart Materials & Nanotech: synthesis of novel bio‑materials, nano‑composites and drug delivery systems.
  • Animal House & Biobank: certified facilities for pre‑clinical studies and biological sample storage.
  • Clinical Research Centre: clinical trials, epidemiological studies and translational medicine.
  • Neuroscience & Imaging Lab: MRI, CT, EEG and neuro‑cognitive testing.
  • Biomedical Engineering & Device Innovation Lab: development of diagnostic and therapeutic devices.
  • Simulation & Skills Lab: high‑fidelity mannequins, simulation technologies and clinical skills training.
  • Community Health Lab: research on public health interventions and digital health education.
  • Nursing Innovation Hub: development of e‑health tools, tele‑nursing and nursing robotics.
  • AI & Machine Learning Lab: deep learning, NLP, computer vision and AI ethics research.
  • High Performance Computing Centre: clusters and GPUs for data‑intensive computing.
  • Cyber Security Lab: information assurance, cryptography and network security.
  • Rural Innovation & Entrepreneurship Labs: incubation for social enterprises and microfinance projects.
  • Livelihood & Sustainable Agriculture Research Unit: research on agri‑business, supply chains and cooperative farming.
  • Policy Research & Impact Analysis: data‑driven studies for rural policy formulation.
  • Health Policy & Epidemiology Lab: public health surveillance, health economics and policy analysis.
  • Social Innovation & Behavioural Sciences Lab: applied behavioural studies, community psychology, gender and inclusion research.
  • Constitution & Human Rights Centre: research on constitutional law, human rights and policy advocacy.
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution Lab: arbitration, mediation and negotiation training and research.
  • Cyber Law & Digital Regulation Research: legal frameworks for cyber‑crime, digital privacy and AI regulation.

Central Research Facility (CRF)

We, at KIIT, are committed to high-quality research and have outstanding facilities and a supportive environment. Our research portfolio extends across many different areas such as, natural sciences, biotechnology and medicine.

The prime objective of the Central Research Facility is to provide cutting edge instruments for research for all the researchers of this institute. There are around 25 laboratories in the CRF complex and different faculty members of KIIT are in charge of various laboratories. We provide a healthy, dynamic and vibrant academic atmosphere of research in this complex.

Research & Development at KIIT

Centres of Excellence

KIIT hosts over 175 Centres of Excellence (CoEs), fostering cross‑disciplinary research and industry collaboration. Below is a filterable list of highlighted centres; visit the full directory for detailed descriptions.

Quantum Technology

Quantum computing, quantum communication and quantum sensors research.

Smart Materials

Next‑generation materials for energy, environment, and healthcare.

Applied Behavioural Sciences

Behaviour change, cognition, mental health and decision sciences.

Defence & Strategic Studies

Research on national security, strategic technologies and policy.

Renewable Energy & Green Technologies

Solar, wind, biomass, fuel cells and sustainable energy systems.

Indigenous Language & Culture

Documentation, preservation and revitalisation of indigenous languages and culture.

Legal Innovation & Regulatory Technologies

Legal tech, digital governance and law reform research.

Health Technology & Innovation

Medical devices, telemedicine and health analytics solutions.

Sponsored Research & Consultancy

KIIT’s Sponsored Research & Consultancy Cell facilitates projects funded by national agencies (DST, DBT, ICMR, SERB, ICSSR, DRDO) and industry partners. Highlights include:

DST Projects

Smart grid technologies, composite materials, AI in medical diagnostics.

ICMR & DBT Projects

Infectious diseases, vaccine development, nutraceuticals research.

ICSSR & MEITY Projects

Digital inclusion, e‑governance, rural empowerment, cyber security.

Industry Projects

Consultancy on structural design, renewable power, IP audits, and startup mentorship.

See detailed project data in the

Research Funding Agencies

  • UBS Optimus Foundation, Zurich, Switzerland
  • Ministry of Steel, Govt. of India
  • DST, (SERC) New Delhi, India
  • DST, Women Scientist Project, India
  • University Grants Commission
  • DST, Research Grant Foundation, India
  • DBT-SDC, ISCB Indo-Swiss Collaboration
  • DST-FIST, New Delhi, India
  • District Managing Committees
  • Department of Atomic Energy
  • AICTE (MODROB)
  • UGS-DAE, Kolkata
  • District Managing Committee
  • UNDP, Bhubaneswar
  • NIRD
  • IICD, Jaipur
  • In-house
  • Kochi Refinery
  • Council for Advancement of People’s Action & Rural Technology (CAPART)
  • UNEP (Programme for Environment)
  • Coir Board of India
  • AICTE-RPS
  • AICTE-NCP
  • UGC-Major-Research Project

Publications & Open Access

KIIT Deemed to be University has established a strong culture of research dissemination through high-quality publications across globally indexed journals such as Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed. Faculty, scholars, and students consistently contribute to peer-reviewed articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters that advance knowledge across engineering, medical sciences, social innovation, and humanities.

In alignment with international best practices, KIIT actively promotes Open Access publishing, ensuring that research outcomes are freely accessible to the global community. This open dissemination of knowledge supports transparency, reproducibility, and innovation, fostering collaborations that transcend disciplinary and geographic boundaries.

The University maintains institutional repositories and encourages faculty to deposit their accepted manuscripts and datasets for long-term preservation. Through these efforts, KIIT strengthens its commitment to the principles of Education for All, contributing to the global body of knowledge and ensuring that its research serves society at large.

Grants, Fellowships & Support

KIIT invests in researchers through internal seed grants, faculty development programmes and fellowship schemes.

Internal Seed Funding

Supports early‑stage ideas and pilot studies. Applicants receive up to ₹10 lakhs for proof‑of‑concept projects.

KIIT Research Fellowship (KRF)

Competitive fellowship for post‑graduate and doctoral students, covering tuition, stipend and contingency expenses.

Visiting & Adjunct Professorship

International experts can join KIIT as visiting faculty. The programme includes research funding, accommodation and travel support

Scholarships & Travel Grants

Funding for students to attend conferences, workshops and conduct short‑term research at partner institutions.

For details and application forms, visit our

Ethical Guidelines & Approvals

KIIT upholds strict ethical standards to safeguard participants, data and societal trust in research. Our Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC) oversees all protocols.

  • Researchers must submit proposals for ethical clearance before commencing studies involving human participants or animals.
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) cover informed consent, privacy, confidentiality and community consultation.
  • Regular workshops and training sessions are conducted on research ethics, data integrity and responsible authorship

The Research and Development Core Members

Dr. Gopal Chandra Kundu
Dr. Gopal Chandra KunduDirector, R & D
Prof. Ashok K. Sahoo
Prof. Ashok K. SahooDirector, R&D Technology
Dr. Suresh Chandra Satapathy
Dr. Suresh Chandra Satapathy Director Doctoral Research & Publications.
Prof. Damodar Jena
Prof. Damodar JenaDirector R & D (Social Sciences)
Prof. Ramya Pinnamaneni
Prof. Ramya PinnamaneniDirector School of Public Health
Prof. P. C. Mishra
Prof. P. C. MishraChairman IPRC
 Prof. Rojalin Sahu
Prof. Rojalin SahuAssociate Dean CRF
Dr. Amlan Panda
Dr. Amlan PandaAssistant Registrar R&D
Prof. Sudarsan Nanda
Prof. Sudarsan NandaAdvisor, R&D
Dr. Sutanu Mangal
Dr. Sutanu MangalAssociate Professor, Assistant Registrar and Head of COIR
Dr. Chinmay Chakraborty
Dr. Chinmay Chakraborty Head, Centre of Innovation & Research (COIR) in Medical Technology
Dr. Arun Kumar Pati
Dr. Arun Kumar PatiCentre of Innovation and Research on Quantum Technology (COIR-QuTe)

Recent Highlights & Awards

Stanford Top Scientists List

25 KIIT faculty members ranked among the Top 2% of scientists worldwide, based on Elsevier/Stanford metrics.

UN ECOSOC Recognition

KISS and KIIT featured in the UN ECOSOC High‑Level Segment for pioneering inclusive education and research

Global Recognition for Research

KIIT-DU Ranked 4th In India For Interdisciplinary Research In THE 2025.

Achyuta Samanta India Initiative CUNY Crest Institute

City University of New York to Establish Achyuta Samanta Research Institute

Knowledge Repository

KIIT collaborates with leading universities, research institutes, corporations and NGOs around the world.

Contact & Governance

For enquiries about research collaborations, facility access, fellowships or IP management, please reach out to us. Our central Research & Development Cell will connect you with the appropriate department or school.

  • Director, Research & Development : Dr. Gopal Chandra Kundu, Email: [email protected]
  • IP Cell Coordinator : Prof. P. C. Mishra , Email: [email protected]
  • Central Research Facility : Prof. Rojalin Sahu , Email: [email protected]
  • School Research Heads : School-wise contact details available at /research/contacts.