1 Indian Institute of Astrophysics
Premier national centre devoted to research in astronomy, astrophysics & related physics; based in Bangalore, with laboratories in Kodaikanal, Kavalur, Gauribidanur, Hanle & Hoskote
Research Institutes Astronomy
Organisation in Worli, Mumbai that runs the Nehru Planetarium (for scientific study of astronomy), Art Gallery (exhibition of paintings, sculptures, graphics), Discovery of India, culture wing for performing arts, library, exhibition halls, etc
Astronomy Science Organisations
3 Inter-University Centre for Astronomy & Astrophysics (IUCAA)
Autonomous institution set up by the University Grants Commission to promote nucleation & growth of active groups in astronomy & astrophysics in Indian universities; based in Pune; offers graduate courses, holds summer schools, workshops etc
Science Organisations Astronomy
4 National Centre for Radio Astrophysics
Leading centre for research in astronomy & astrophysics, based in Pune; built & operates the Giant Metrewave Radio Telescope near Pune & the Ooty Radio Telescope in Udhagamandalam; part of Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
Research Institutes Astronomy
5 The Bangalore Association for Science Education (BASE)
Autonomous body that runs the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium in Bangalore; also has a Science Centre in the planetarium premises that serves as a nucleus for the dissemination of non-formal science education
Science Organisations Astronomy
6 The Bangalore Astronomical Society (BAS)
Registered, non-profit amateur astronomy organisation based in Bangalore; activities include meetings & seminar sessions, star parties & observation sessions, amateur telescope making sessions, astro tours & research
Astronomy Science Organisations