Estd. : 1981
Approvals & Recognitions :UGC
Education Type : Co-Education
Institute Type : Deemed
Accreditation : NAAC A+
Campus Size : 5 acres
The National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) is a premier government-funded neuroscience research institute located in Manesar, Gurugram, Haryana. Established in 1997 under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, NBRC is a Deemed-to-be University dedicated exclusively to advanced research and training in brain science.
NBRC focuses on understanding the structure and function of the brain in both health and neurological disorders, using interdisciplinary approaches that combine molecular biology, genetics, imaging, electrophysiology, computational neuroscience, and cognitive science. The institute is known for its cutting-edge research facilities, high-impact publications, and strong national and international collaborations.
In addition to research, NBRC plays a vital role in human resource development by offering PhD programs in Neuroscience, training scientists, clinicians, and researchers who contribute to academia, healthcare, and biomedical industries. Recognized as an Institution of Excellence, NBRC serves as a national hub for advancing neuroscience research in India.
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NBRC is recognised as an Institution of Excellence by the Government of India reflecting its national stature in neuroscience research.
It is NAAC-accredited (Deemed University) with commendable academic and research standards.
In educational rankings like the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF 2025), NBRC has secured notable positions among deemed universities. Though varying by source, rankings such as 13th or 16th have been reported.
NBRC has generated a strong research output with:
Numerous peer-reviewed publications, advanced computational platforms for neuroimaging and data analysis, and interdisciplinary studies on common mental disorders, dementia, and brain cognition.
Faculty and researchers associated with NBRC have garnered prestigious awards in neuroscience and biosciences, such as:
J.C. Bose National Fellowship
Ramalingaswami Fellowship
Tata Innovation Fellowship
Awards like K.T. Shetty Memorial Oration, NASI Reliance Platinum Jubilee Award, and Global AI Award among others.
Additionally, senior NBRC scientists (past or present) have individually received national accolades outside the institute — for example, faculty like Anirban Basu and founder leaders such as Vijayalakshmi Ravindranath have significant national recognition in neuroscience research.
National Brain Research Centre, NH-8, Manesar, Gurugram, Haryana 122052
