The Institute of Science

Home / About A heritage institution for advanced science The Institute of Science, Mumbai combines academic tradition, postgraduate education, and public scientific value in one of the city's historic educational settings. Institute Profile The Institute of Science, Mumbai was founded in 1920 and later became the lead institute within Dr. Homi Bhabha State University, building a distinguished presence in scientific education and research in Fort, Mumbai. Its academic character brings together heritage, postgraduate teaching, interdisciplinary research, and the continued vitality of a historic campus with modern scientific infrastructure. Institutional Strengths The Institute is defined by strong postgraduate programmes, active research collaborations, major library resources, advanced laboratories, and a rare on-campus botanical garden in the heart of Mumbai. Together, these strengths reflect an academic environment that supports scholarship, innovation, and meaningful scientific contribution. History Explore the Institute's century-long journey. Mission & Vision Review values, priorities, and strategic goals. Director's Message Read the Institute's leadership message.