About
The Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) is a globally renowned institution of national importance in India, celebrated for its pioneering contributions to statistics, mathematics, and related fields. It is best known for its rigorous academic programs and cutting-edge research in theoretical and applied statistics, computer science, and quantitative economics. While primarily serving Indian students, ISI welcomes international students, particularly for its advanced research and postgraduate programs, offering an intellectually stimulating environment where all courses are taught in English. Although it lacks a dedicated international school, its research-focused approach and strong academic community facilitate integration for international scholars. A distinctive characteristic is its unique status as an institution empowered to grant degrees by an act of the Indian Parliament, rather than being a conventional university.
Background
The Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) is a premier and internationally acclaimed Indian research, teaching and training institute headquartered in Kolkata, India with centers in Chennai, Bengaluru, New Delhi and Tezpur. It was declared an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India under the Indian Statistical Institute Act, 1959. Established in 1931, it functions under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation of the Government of India. Primary activities of ISI are research and training in statistics, development of theoretical statistics and its applications in various natural and social sciences. Key areas of research at ISI are statistics, mathematics, theoretical computer science, information science and mathematical economics. Apart from the degree courses, ISI offers a few diploma and certificate courses, special diploma courses for international students via ISEC, and special courses in collaboration with CSO for training probationary officers of Indian Statistical Service (ISS).
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