# The 31 largest research institutes in Uttar Pradesh

Tamtam tracks 31 research institutes headquartered in Uttar Pradesh. This list ranks all of them by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi and University of Allahabad. Their median headcount is 645. Half of them were founded in 1975 or later. The most common headquarters are Lucknow (10), Kanpur (4) and Ghaziabad (3).

The research institutes in Uttar Pradesh are predominantly higher education institutions, with a strong focus on technical and medical fields. Notable examples include the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, which conducts advanced research, and King George's Medical University, a leading medical education institution. The University of Allahabad, founded in 1887, offers higher education and research opportunities across various fields.

A significant concentration of these institutions is found in cities like Lucknow and Prayagraj. Many were established in the early to mid-20th century, such as the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, founded in 1919, and the University of Lucknow, established in 1920. This indicates a long-standing commitment to academic and research development in the region.

🇮🇳 Uttar Pradesh · 31 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-kanpur) (iitk.ac.in)<br>The organization conducts advanced research, technology development, and provides training to produce skilled engineers and scientists while promoting values and environmental awareness | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kanpur | 6,617 | 1959 |
| 2 | [Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-technology-banaras-hindu-university-varanasi) (iitbhu.ac.in)<br>A premier research and engineering institute associated with Banaras Hindu University, offering education in various departments to a diverse student population | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Varanasi | 3,334 | 1919 |
| 3 | [University of Allahabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-allahabad) (allduniv.ac.in)<br>A prestigious university in India, founded in 1887, offering higher education and research opportunities in various fields for over a century | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Prayagraj | 3,119 | 1887 |
| 4 | [University of Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-lucknow-15126802) (lkouniv.ac.in)<br>Established in response to a proposal by educationalists and leaders, the organization was founded to create a university in Lucknow | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 2,644 | 1920 |
| 5 | [King George's Medical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/king-george-s-medical-university) (kgmu.org)<br>A leading medical education institution in South Asia offering graduate and postgraduate clinical training with a focus on excellence and compassionate care | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 1,804 | 1905 |
| 6 | [Amity University, Noida](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/amity-university-noida) (amity.edu)<br>Private research university in Noida, India, established in 2005 Recognized by UGC and accredited by NAAC with grade 'A+' | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Noida | 1,600 |  |
| 7 | [Shiv Nadar University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/shiv-nadar-university) (snu.edu.in)<br>A multidisciplinary institution focused on research and innovative education, offering diverse programs and degrees in a state-of-the-art campus environment | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Greater Noida | 1,397 | 2011 |
| 8 | [Motilal Nehru National Institute Of Technology](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/motilal-nehru-national-institute-of-technology) (mnnit.ac.in)<br>An institute committed to academic excellence in technical education, established in 1961 as a Regional Engineering College and later transformed into a National Institute of Technology | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Prayagraj | 1,189 | 1961 |
| 9 | [Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dr-a-p-j-abdul-kalam-technical-university) (aktu.ac.in)<br>A public collegiate university in Uttar Pradesh offering technical education programs in engineering, technology, architecture, pharmacy, and applied arts | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 1,184 | 2000 |
| 10 | [Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-management-lucknow) (iiml.ac.in)<br>Premier management institute in India conducting research, providing consultancy, and influencing global management practices across various sectors of the economy | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 969 | 1984 |
| 11 | [Christ University, Delhi NCR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/christ-university-delhi-ncr) (ncr.christuniversity.in)<br>An educational institution dedicated to excellence and service, promoting academic pursuit for personal growth and societal transformation Inspired by innovative education pioneers | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Ghaziabad | 843 | 2019 |
| 12 | [Gautam Buddha University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gautam-buddha-university) (gbu.ac.in)<br>A premier educational institution in Greater Noida, offering value-based education with eight schools of learning and a focus on underprivileged sections of society | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Noida | 812 | 2002 |
| 13 | [Indian Institute Of Information Technology Allahabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indian-institute-of-information-technology-allahabad) (iiita.ac.in)<br>A renowned institute in India offering quality education and research opportunities in the field of information technology Located in Allahabad | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Prayagraj | 774 | 1999 |
| 14 | [Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dr-bhim-rao-ambedkar-university-agra) (dbrau.org.in)<br>An educational institution with a rich history, focused on excellence in imparting knowledge, promoting research, and integrating ethical values in education | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Agra | 716 | 1927 |
| 15 | [King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/king-george-s-medical-university-kgmu-lucknow) (kgmu.org)<br>A leading medical institution in Uttar Pradesh, India offering medical education, healthcare services, and research opportunities with highest accreditation | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 677 |  |
| 16 | [GSVM Medical College, Kanpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/gsvm-medical-college-kanpur) (gsvmmedicalcollege.com)<br>A renowned medical college in Kanpur, established in 1955, known for academic excellence and named after a freedom fighter Founded under India's second five year plan | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kanpur | 645 | 1956 |
| 17 | [Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/chhatrapati-shahu-ji-maharaj-university-csjmu-kanpur) (csjmu.ac.in)<br>Public state collegiate university in Kanpur, India, administered under Uttar Pradesh government legislature, providing education and research opportunities | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Kanpur | 632 |  |
| 18 | [Bundelkhand University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bundelkhand-university) (bujhansi.org)<br>A public state university in Jhansi, India offering professional, technical, vocational study programs, research facilities, accredited by NAAC | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Jhansi | 575 | 1975 |
| 19 | [Santosh University, Ghaziabad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/santosh-university-ghaziabad) (santosh.ac.in)<br>A premier institution offering UG, PG, and PhD courses in Medical Sciences since 1995, with a focus on holistic learning and practical training | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Ghaziabad | 555 | 1995 |
| 20 | [Deen Dayal Upadhyaya (DDU) Gorakhpur University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/deen-dayal-upadhyaya-ddu-gorakhpur-university) (ddugu.ac.in)<br>A leading teaching and residential-cum-affiliating university located in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, recognized for its high NAAC Grade A++ rank | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Gorakhpur | 520 | 1957 |
| 21 | [Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/banaras-hindu-university-bhu-varanasi) (bhu.ac.in)<br>A central and research university in India, BHU offers collegiate education with over 30,000 students and is one of the largest residential universities in Asia | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Varanasi | 509 |  |
| 22 | [Lucknow University, Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lucknow-university-lucknow) (ac.in)<br>A higher education institution located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, focusing on providing academic programs in various fields of study | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 484 |  |
| 23 | [Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rajiv-gandhi-institute-of-petroleum-technology-rgipt) (rgipt.ac.in)<br>A national institute offering world-class education, training, and research in petroleum & energy sector through undergraduate, postgraduate, management, and doctoral programs | Oil and Gas | 🇮🇳 Amethi | 450 | 2008 |
| 24 | [Banaras Hindu University](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/banaras-hindu-university-varanasi) (bhu.ac.in)<br>Leading educational institution offering a wide range of courses and disciplines, contributing to the progress of India through renowned scholars, artists, and scientists | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Varanasi | 445 | 1916 |
| 25 | [Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University (BBAU), Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/babasaheb-bhimrao-ambedkar-university-bbau-lucknow) (bbau.ac.in)<br>Central University in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh founded in 1996, honoring social reformer Babasaheb Ambedkar and offering education at both its main and satellite campuses | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 396 |  |
| 26 | [Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/academy-of-scientific-and-innovative-research) (acsir.res.in)<br>Educational institution in India dedicated to providing high quality teaching and advanced research in the fields of science and technology | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Ghaziabad | 352 | 2010 |
| 27 | [CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research, Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/csir-indian-institute-of-toxicology-research-lucknow) (iitr.res.in)<br>A research institute specializing in toxicology, studying the effects of chemicals on human health and the environment while providing regulatory guidance | Research Services | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 313 | 1965 |
| 28 | [CSIR nbri](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/csir-nbri) (nbri.res.in)<br>CSIR nbri is a consumer services company located in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, specializing in providing various services to consumers | Consumer Services | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 312 |  |
| 29 | [CSIR National Botanical Research Institute Lucknow](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/csir-national-botanical-research-institute-lucknow) (nbri.res.in)<br>A education management company in Lucknow, India, focusing on botanical research under the CSIR National Botanical Research Institute | Research Services | 🇮🇳 Lucknow | 249 | 1953 |
| 30 | [C3iHub, IIT Kanpur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/c3ihub-iit-kanpur) (c3ihub.org)<br>Specializing in cyber security solutions for both digital and physical systems, with a focus on innovation and industry advancement | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇮🇳 Kanpur | 236 | 2020 |
| 31 | [ITS Centre for Dental Studies and Research](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/its-centre-for-dental-studies-and-research) (itsdentalcollege.com)<br>The organization is a dental studies and research center offering a Bachelor of Dental Surgery course recognized by the Dental Council of India | Higher Education | 🇮🇳 Modinagar | 186 | 2000 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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