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Homi Bhabha National Institute logo with DAE emblem
Homi Bhabha National Institute logo with DAE emblemHomi Bhabha National Institute
Mumbai · Maharashtra
NIRF University
#16
Homi Bhabha National Institute logo with DAE emblemMumbai · Maharashtra
NIRF University
#16
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Homi Bhabha National Institute (HBNI) is a deemed-to-be university established in 2005 by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of India. Headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, HBNI serves as an affiliating university for constituent institutions engaged in advanced research and education in nuclear science, engineering, and related disciplines. Unlike conventional universities, HBNI does not have its own campus or direct student intake; rather, it oversees and awards degrees for Ph.D., M.Tech., M.Phil., and other programs conducted at DAE's premier research centers including Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Raja Ramanna Centre for Advanced Technology (RRCAT), Variable Energy Cyclotron Centre (VECC), and others. The institute focuses on specialized education in nuclear engineering, physics, chemistry, biosciences, and related interdisciplinary fields, with strong emphasis on research aligned with India's atomic energy program. HBNI's unique structure integrates academic rigor with cutting-edge research facilities available at DAE centers, providing students access to state-of-the-art infrastructure rarely available in conventional universities.
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Integrated M.Sc.
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Master's in Chemical Sciences
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Master's in Life Sciences
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Master's in Mathematical Sciences
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Master's in Medical & Health Sciences
Diagnoses and treats illness; the MBBS-to-specialist pathway.
95/100
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₹5L – ₹15L
Senior
₹30L – ₹120L
Frontline patient care — B.Sc Nursing opens doors to India, Gulf, UK, and Australian hospitals.
90/100
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₹2.5L – ₹6L
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₹15L – ₹35L
Builds and maintains software systems across web, mobile, and data.
85/100
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₹4L – ₹12L
Senior
₹35L – ₹90L
Extracts insights from data using statistics, ML, and domain knowledge.
80/100
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₹6L – ₹18L
Senior
₹45L – ₹110L
School teaching or university faculty — B.Ed / B.El.Ed for schools, PhD for college posts.
80/100
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Owns the what & why of a product; cross-functional leadership.
78/100
India demand
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₹7L – ₹22L
Senior
₹50L – ₹120L
Yes, Homi Bhabha National Institute is recognised by the University Grants Commission.
Homi Bhabha National Institute is ranked #16 in the NIRF University category in India's National Institutional Ranking Framework.
Yes, Homi Bhabha National Institute offers on-campus hostel accommodation for students enrolled in one or more of its programs.
Yes, Homi Bhabha National Institute offers scholarships across one or more of its programs. Eligibility and amounts vary by program; check the institution's official admissions page for specifics.
Homi Bhabha National Institute offers 36 programs across 3 streams (Engineering, Medical & Allied Health, Sciences & Arts).
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HBNI is highly regarded among research-oriented students seeking careers in nuclear science and related fields. The primary appeal lies in access to DAE's exceptional infrastructure and the integrated research environment. Students value the financial support and job security through DAE recruitment. However, the specialized nature and lack of conventional university experience are noted limitations. Direct student reviews are scarce due to HBNI's unique affiliating structure where students are physically located at constituent centers.
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PG Diploma in Radiological Physics (DipRP)
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Master's in Physical Sciences
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M.Phil. in Physics
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M.Sc. (Physics)
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Ph.D. and Integrated Ph.D.
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Ph.D. in Biosciences
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Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences
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Ph.D. in Chemistry
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Ph.D. in Life Sciences
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Ph.D. in Mathematical Sciences
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Ph.D. in Medical & Health Sciences
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Ph.D. in Physical Sciences
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Ph.D. in Physics
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