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List of research institutes in Indonesia

Tamtam tracks 48 research institutes headquartered in Indonesia. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Institut Teknologi Bandung, Universitas Terbuka and Universitas Airlangga. Their median headcount is 1,028. Half of them were founded in 1963 or later. The most common headquarters are Jakarta (6), Bandung (3) and Surabaya (3).

馃嚠馃嚛 Indonesia48 companiesUpdated Nov 12, 2026

The research institutes in Indonesia listed here are predominantly large higher education institutions, many of them public universities established mid-20th century. Notable among them are Institut Teknologi Bandung, a technical university focusing on skilled professionals, and Universitas Terbuka, which provides distance and open learning. Other prominent institutions include Universitas Airlangga in Surabaya and Universitas Padjadjaran, both offering world-class education.

Beyond universities, Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional RI (BRIN RI) stands out as a non-ministerial government agency for research and technology. A clear pattern is the concentration of these large institutions in Java, with headquarters in cities like Bandung, Surabaya, Semarang, and Sleman, indicating a central role for this island in Indonesian higher education and research.

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Institut Teknologi Bandungitb.ac.id

A leading technical university in Indonesia offering various study programs, focusing on producing skilled professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs for societal welfare

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bandung 6,833 1920
2
Universitas Terbukaut.ac.id

Providing distance and open learning through a unique system, this Indonesian institution was established in 1984 as the 45th State University

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Tangerang Selatan 6,753 1984
3
Universitas Airlanggaunair.ac.id

A state university in Surabaya, East Java, aiming to be a leading institution in education, research, and community service with moral values

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Surabaya 6,062 1954
4
Universitas Padjadjaranunpad.ac.id

Providing world class higher education, research, and community service with a focus on academic excellence and global standards.

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Sumedang 5,659 1957
5
Diponegoro Universityundip.ac.id

A pioneering public university in Semarang, Indonesia, offering higher learning programs and a member of IDGHE Founded in 1957

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Semarang 5,552 1956
6
Universitas Sebelas Maretuns.ac.id

An Indonesian university aims to enhance national intellectual life and become a leading institution globally through education, research, and community service

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Surakarta 4,571 1976
7
Badan Riset dan Inovasi Nasional RI (BRIN RI)brin.go.id

BRIN is a non-ministerial government agency responsible for research and technology, previously under the Ministry of Research and Technology

Research Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 4,250 n/a
8
IPB Universityipb.ac.id

Seeking the best discoveries, providing the best service

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bogor 3,788 1963
9
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)its.ac.id

A top-ranked university in Indonesia focusing on scientific, engineering, and vocational education to nurture innovator experts for the country

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Surabaya 3,783 1960
10
Universitas Sumatera Utarausu.ac.id

A public university located in Medan, Indonesia, with a main campus in Padang Bulan and a new campus under construction in Kwala Bekala

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Medan 2,578 1957
11
Universitas Mulawarmanunmul.ac.id

A public university in Samarinda, Indonesia offering a wide range of faculties, postgraduate programs, and facilities to over 35,000 students

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Samarinda 2,393 1962
12
Yogyakarta State Universityuny.ac.id

An educational institution providing professional, academic, and vocational education with a focus on fostering piety, autonomy, intellectuality, and community service

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Catur Tunggal 2,162 1964
13
Universitas Lampungunila.ac.id

A sustainable educational institution focused on environmental practices and research in a university setting

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bandar Lampung 2,037 1965
14
Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember Surabayaac.id

A public university in Indonesia specializing in science, engineering, and technology education, named after a significant battle in the country's history

Education Administration Programs 馃嚠馃嚛 Surabaya 2,034 1957
15
Universitas Gadjah Madaac.id

Established in 1949 in Yogyakarta, it is the largest and top-ranked university in Indonesia, catering to diverse students from all regions

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Sleman 1,769 n/a
16
German Jordanian Universityedu.jo

Offers undergraduate and graduate programs focused on applied sciences, with a strong emphasis on practical training and international experience.

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Amman 1,554 2005
17
Universitas Hasanuddinunhas.ac.id

Founded in 1956, the organization established a branch of the Faculty of Economics from the University of Indonesia in Makassar, leading to the establishment of a new university

Research Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Makassar 1,526 1956
18
Universitas Sam Ratulangiunsrat.ac.id

State university in North Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, offering 12 faculties and postgraduate studies to students

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Manado 1,334 1965
19
UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandunguinsgd.ac.id

A state Islamic college located in Cibiru, Bandung, West Java, with a focus on spreading Islam and named after a Walisongo figure

Education Administration Programs 馃嚠馃嚛 Bandung 1,282 n/a
20
Universitas Udayanaunud.ac.id

The company is the oldest public university in Bali, established in 1962 as a branch of Universitas Airlangga Surabaya

Research Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Badung 1,246 n/a
21
IPB Universityipb.ac.id

Established in 1963 with a focus on agriculture, bioscience, and related fields to enhance food security, create jobs, alleviate poverty, and preserve the environment

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bogor 1,214 1963
22
Bogor Agricultural Universityipb.ac.id

The company aims to be a leading research-based university focusing on tropical agriculture and biosciences, while promoting entrepreneurship and societal development through education

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bogor 1,203 1963
23
Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI)lipi.go.id

A leading research institute in Indonesia, established in 1967, focused on advancing society through science and technology

Research Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 1,087 1967
24
Universitas Negeri Medanunimed.ac.id

A leading university in education, industrial engineering, and culture, with missions to provide quality education, enhance research, and foster innovative technology and entrepreneurship

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Medan 1,028 1963

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25
Muhammadiyah University of Surakartaac.id

An Islamic values-based institution excelling in science, technology, social relations, arts, and culture

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Surakarta 815 1958
26
Institut Teknologi Kalimantanitk.ac.id

ITK is a state university in Balikpapan, Indonesia, offering various engineering programs, established to meet the demand for technical expertise outside Java

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Balikpapan 789 n/a
27
Universitas Udayana (UNUD)unud.ac.id

An educational institution located in Bali, Indonesia, focusing on providing higher education and academic opportunities to students

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Badung 691 1962
28
Universitas Bengkuluunib.ac.id

Aiming to become a world-class university by 2025 through education, research, IP production, community service, and strong governance

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Kandang Limun 680 1982
29
Universitas Bangka Belitungubb.ac.id

A higher education institution located in Bangka Belitung, Indonesia, offering academic programs and services to students in the region

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bangka 679 2010
30
Universitas Negeri Manadounima.ac.id

A public university in North Sulawesi, focused on producing experts in education and other fields, set in a conducive learning environment

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Tondano 637 1955
31
Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Hajiumrah.ac.id

A state university in Indonesia located in Tanjungpinang, offering 5 faculties and 24 departments of study in Riau Islands Province

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Tanjungpinang 630 2007
32
Parahyangan Catholic Universityunpar.ac.id

Private university offering quality academic teaching and research, fostering international collaborations, personal development, and an open, supportive learning environment.

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 579 n/a
33
Sanata Dharma Universityusd.ac.id

Striving for excellence and humanity in uncovering truth to uplift and dignify society

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Depok 513 1955
34
University of Bengkuluunib.ac.id

Striving to become a world-class university by offering top-notch education, conducting innovative research, promoting intellectual property rights, providing community service, and ensuring clean governance

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Bengkulu 512 1982
35
Universitas Jember Officialunej.ac.id

The company is a university in Jember, Indonesia, founded in 1957, offering various faculties including law, agriculture, economics, and literature

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Jember 485 1964
36
Institut Teknologi Deldel.ac.id

The company focuses on providing quality education and social services, particularly in underprivileged areas, to promote development and support entrepreneurship in the technology sector

Education Administration Programs 馃嚠馃嚛 Laguboti 440 2001
37
Halu Oleo Universityuho.ac.id

A state university in Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia established in 1981, offering higher education in various fields based on Presidential Decree

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Kambu 427 1981
38
Udayana Universityunud.ac.id

A leading university in Bali, offering a wide range of courses and faculties since 1962, now with 13 faculties in total

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Denpasar 417 1962
39
CIFOR - Center for International Forestry Researchcifor-icraf.org

A nonprofit research institution focusing on global forest and landscape management challenges to enhance environment, well-being, and equity worldwide

Research Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Bogor Barat 406 1993
40
Universitas Palangka Raya (UPR)upr.ac.id

A leading university in Palangka Raya, strategically positioned to produce high-quality human resources for the development of Central Kalimantan and Indonesia

Education Administration Programs 馃嚠馃嚛 Jekan Raya 401 n/a
41
Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riauuin-suska.ac.id

A state Islamic university in Riau, Indonesia, elevated from an Islamic institute, offering higher education and research opportunities since 2005

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Pekanbaru 384 n/a
42
Universitas Negeri Padangunp.ac.id

A state university in Padang, Indonesia established in 1954, offering education and research opportunities in various fields

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Kecamatan Padang Utara 357 1954
43
Tadulako Universityac.id

A leading university in 2020 focusing on quality education, research, and community service for national development without political or religious affiliations

Higher Education 馃嚠馃嚛 Palu 325 n/a
44
The Agency for the Assessment and Application of Technology (BPPT) Indonesiabppt.go.id

Indonesian government research institute focusing on technology assessment and application, emphasizing partnerships and maximizing technology and engineering outputs

Government Administration 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 307 n/a
45
Politeknik Manufaktur Negeri Bandung (PMS-ITB)polman-bandung.ac.id

A pioneer in vocational education in Indonesia, it offers programs in precision tooling, machine maintenance, and design, with successful graduates widely accepted in the job market

Mechanical Or Industrial Engineering 馃嚠馃嚛 Bandung 301 1973
46
Badan Pengkajian dan Penerapan Teknologibppt.go.id

Indonesian government institute specializing in technology assessment and application, emphasizing partnerships and leveraging technology and engineering advancements

Government Relations Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 202 n/a
47
World Resources Institute (WRI) Indonesiawri-indonesia.org

An independent research organization in Indonesia focused on sustainable development through work in forests, climate, cities, transportation, and governance

Think Tanks 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 195 2014
48
Danone Institute Indonesiadanonenutrindo.org

The foundation focuses on improving human resources quality in nutrition, supporting research and capacity building, and disseminating research findings for policy impact

Wellness and Fitness Services 馃嚠馃嚛 Jakarta 19 2007

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