Indira Gandhi Institute of Development and Research

Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research

(Deemed to be University)​

Vision

Transform the institute into a multidisciplinary, research-intensive, and premier university, fostering robust collaboration with Indian and international institutions to advance innovative solutions.

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Academic Programmes

IGIDR offers world-class academic programs that bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring students excel in finance, policy-making, and research.

M.Sc.

Master advanced economic theories, data analytics, and policy frameworks to solve real-world challenges.

Ph.D.

Engage in high-impact research, collaborate with global institutions, and contribute to transformative policies.

Academic Outreach

IGIDR promotes academic outreach through initiatives that encourage research collaboration and knowledge exchange. Key pro-grammes include the Collaborative Research (CoRe)-Ph.D. Colloquium, Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programme, Visiting Scholars Programme, and the Visiting Students Programme. Together, these initiatives strengthen the institute’s commitment to academic excellence and intellectual engagement.

Research and Publications

Our State-of-the-art research facilities support groundbreaking studies in economics, sustainability and the policy development. 

Policy & Impact

IGIDR is at the forefront of policy research and advisory services, working with government bodies.

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Policy Documentation

Partnering Structured, research-backed policy drafts for decision-makers.

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Committee Reports

Expert insights and analysis for policy committees & working groups.

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Data-Driven Policy Research

Supporting reforms with evidence-based analysis.

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Government & Institutional Collaborations

Working with ministries, banks, and global think tanks.

IGIDR Advantages

14+

ACRE CAMPUS

820+

ALUMNI NETWORK

1430+

RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS

PLACEMENT SUPPORT

DISTINGUISHED FACULTY

SPEAKER SEMINARS

Alumni

The alumni of institute form a distinguished network of scholars and professionals contributing to academia, public policy, international organizations, and the corporate sector. Graduates of the institute have secured positions in leading universities, research institutions, government bodies, and financial organizations in India and abroad. Many alumni have pursued advanced research and faculty careers in globally reputed institutions/universities such as Cornell, IITs, IIMs, CDS, MSE, etc., while others serve in key policy institutions such as the Reserve Bank of India, NIPFP, NCAER, etc. The corporate sector they are serving include institutions such as Citi, NSE, ICICI, Deloitte, HSBC, CRISIL, American Express, etc. The achievements of IGIDR alumni reflect the institute’s strong emphasis on rigorous training in development economics, econometrics, and policy analysis.