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Time of India
4 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Which IITs made it to the QS World University Rankings 2026? A comparative analysis of their performance this year
India makes biggest leap in QS World Rankings 2026, IIT Delhi leads at 123rd. (Getty Images) The QS World University Rankings 2026, released on June 18, 2025, by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), have once again showcased the competitive landscape of higher education worldwide. This year's edition assessed over 1,500 universities from 106 locations, making it the most comprehensive ranking to date. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has maintained its place at the summit of global academia, securing the number one position with a perfect overall score of 100. Following MIT, Imperial College London and Stanford University secured the second and third spots respectively, marking a strong presence of North American and European universities in the global top ten. India has also made significant strides, with 54 universities featured in the QS rankings. Leading this contingent are the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi), Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay), and Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), ranking 123rd, 129th, and 180th globally respectively. This marked progress reflects India's expanding footprint on the global academic map and underscores the continuing rise of its premier institutions. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Funding Food Innovation—Apply Now Zayed Sustainability Prize Apply Now Undo The legacy and strengths of IITs in India The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) form the cornerstone of India's technological education and research since their inception. The first IIT was established in 1951 at Kharagpur, and over the decades, the network has grown to encompass 23 institutes across the country. Each IIT boasts distinct strengths, but all share a commitment to excellence in engineering, technology, and science education. IIT Delhi, established in 1961, is often regarded as the flagship institute of the IIT system. Its reputation is bolstered by a robust employer reputation score of 95 and an academic reputation score of 67.9 in the QS rankings 2026. It is renowned for its strong industry linkages and research output, producing graduates who are highly sought after worldwide. IIT Bombay, founded in 1958, combines academic rigour with a vibrant campus culture and close industry collaborations. It ranks just behind IIT Delhi with a high employer reputation score of 97 and academic reputation of 73.3. This institution has consistently been a pioneer in research innovation and entrepreneurship. IIT Madras, set up in 1959, is noted for its rigorous academic programmes and strong research focus, especially in engineering and technology. It recorded an overall score of 58.4 in QS 2026 and has made significant improvements, rising from 227th to 180th in the rankings, indicating its growing global stature. IIT Kharagpur, the first IIT established in 1951, remains a pivotal centre for research and education with a wide range of academic disciplines. With an overall score of 54.5, it continues to build on its legacy of producing top-tier engineers and researchers. Other established IITs like Kanpur (est. 1959), Guwahati (est. 1994), and Roorkee (est. 1847 as Thomason College, later IIT from 2001) hold steady rankings in the mid-200s and 300s, reflecting steady performance and regional academic leadership. Newer IITs such as Indore (2009), BHU Varanasi (2012 merger), Hyderabad (2008), Gandhinagar (2008), and Bhubaneswar (2008) have rapidly gained recognition. Their focus on interdisciplinary research and innovation is reflected in their QS rankings and overall scores, albeit lower than the older IITs, yet demonstrating upward momentum. IITs in QS World University Rankings 2026: Detailed data S. No. Institution Rank (2026) Previous Rank (2025) Overall Score Academic Reputation Employer Reputation Employment Outcomes 1 Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) 123 150 65.5 67.9 95 51 2 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) 129 118 64.8 73 97 72.6 3 Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) 180 227 58.4 57 86 46 4 Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur (IITKGP) 215 222 54.5 43 79 48 5 Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore 219 211 54.2 56.6 46.4 15 6 Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) 222 263 54 49.4 82.7 47.6 7 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) 334 344 42.3 25.4 62 8.7 8 Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR) 339 335 42.2 26.8 52 20 9 Indian Institute of Technology Indore 556 477 30 8 17 5 10 Indian Institute of Technology BHU Varanasi 566 531 29.3 9.3 19 10 11 Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) 664 681-690 26.4 10.3 15 6.5 12 Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) 801-850 -- n/a 7 9 2 13 Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT BBS) 951-1000 951-1000 n/a 5 12 2 Comparative analysis of IITs in QS 2026 The rankings clearly indicate that IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay maintain their dominance in both academic and employer reputation, highlighting their status as India's premier technological institutions. IIT Delhi edges ahead with a slightly higher overall score, despite IIT Bombay's marginally higher employer reputation. IIT Madras's remarkable rise in rank from 227 to 180 is a testament to its expanding research capabilities and internationalisation efforts. The middle-tier IITs—Kharagpur and Kanpur—display stable performance with overall scores in the mid-50s. These institutes show room for improvement, especially in enhancing their employer reputation and employment outcomes to boost their rankings further. IIT Guwahati and Roorkee, while ranking lower, continue to solidify their roles as key academic centres in their respective regions. Their relatively lower scores in employment outcomes point to potential areas for development, particularly in strengthening industry collaborations and graduate placements. The newer IITs, such as Indore, BHU Varanasi, Hyderabad, Gandhinagar, and Bhubaneswar, are gradually carving their niche. Although their overall scores and reputations are currently modest, these institutions' focus on innovative curricula and research promises future growth. Notably, IIT Gandhinagar and IIT Bhubaneswar, despite lower scores, benefit from strategic academic plans that emphasise interdisciplinary learning and entrepreneurship. This spectrum of rankings across the IIT system reflects India's multifaceted approach to expanding quality higher education and research. As established IITs continue to excel, the newer institutes are progressing steadily, collectively raising India's profile on the global academic stage. Is your child ready for the careers of tomorrow? Enroll now and take advantage of our early bird offer! Spaces are limited.
News18
14 hours ago
- Business
- News18
PM Modi Welcomes QS World Rankings 2026 After Indian Universities Make Significant Advancements
QS World Rankings 2026: IIT Delhi has notably improved, moving up 27 positions to achieve the 123rd rank, a considerable leap from last year's 150th place. QS World Rankings 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently expressed his approval of the QS World University Rankings 2026, highlighting significant advancements made by Indian institutes this year. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has notably improved, moving up 27 positions to achieve the 123rd rank, a considerable leap from last year's 150th place. 'The QS World University 2026 Rankings bring great news for our education sector. Our Government is committed to furthering research and innovation ecosystems for the benefit of India's youth," the prime minister posted on X. A total of 54 Higher Educational Institutions from India have been featured in the QS World University 2026 Rankings, marking a new high for the country, Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan announced. The number of Indian universities in these rankings has increased from just 11 in 2014 to 54 in the latest list, he posted on X. This is a 390 per cent increase over the past decade. Pradhan expressed confidence that with the National Education Policy's focus on research, innovation, and internationalisation, even more Indian higher education institutions will achieve global excellence in the future. He added that India boasts the fastest-growing education system among G20 countries and ranks fourth in representation, following the US, UK, and China. Meanwhile, as per the QS rankings 2026, IIT Bombay slipped 11 places to 129th. In 2025, it was ranked 118th However, it remains the second-best ranked Indian institution globally. IIT Madras recorded one of the most dramatic improvements in 2026 – leaping 47 places to reach the 180th spot. This is the first time it has entered the global top 200. The QS World University Rankings, published annually by global higher education analytics firm Quacquarelli Symonds, assess universities based on a variety of performance indicators including academic reputation, faculty-student ratio, research impact, international student diversity, and graduate employability. First Published:
Time of India
18 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
IIT-D tops Indian institutions in QS university ranking
New Delhi: Several Delhi higher educational institutions are among the 54 Indian institutes to have secured spots in the QS World University Rankings 2026, which was released Thursday. IIT Delhi , which secured the 123rd position globally, led the way, making it not only the highest-ranked institute from Delhi, but from India as well. The institution's global ranking, which saw a significant jump from last year's 150th, marks its highest position ever in the rankings. The QS World University Rankings 2026 assessed 8,467 institutions worldwide, with the top 1,501 making it to the final list. India, which had eight new entries this year, is the fourth most represented country globally. Among the 54 Indian institutions in the list, Delhi University held the 328th position globally while Jawaharlal Nehru University was ranked 558th. The two universities were also among the top 20 from the country. Jamia Millia Islamia, Jamia Hamdard and Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University also earned spots on the list. Prof Vivek Buwa, head of the rankings cell and Dean of Planning at IIT Delhi, said, "These rankings allow us to introspect and identify areas that need further improvement. With the combined efforts of all stakeholders, IIT Delhi steadily improved its rankings across several parameters and has strong potential to break into the top 100 global universities." IIT Delhi performed particularly well across several indicators. It ranks among the top 50 global institutions in 'employer reputation' — a metric that assesses employers' perceptions of which institutions produce the most job-ready graduates. The institute is also placed within the top 90 globally for 'citations per faculty', which measures the average number of citations per faculty member as an indicator of research impact and quality. Additionally, IIT Delhi is ranked within the top 150 for 'academic reputation', which reflects global academic opinion on institutional excellence, and among the top 175 for sustainability. At 328 globally, DU was the next highest-ranked institution from Delhi. Vice-chancellor Yogesh Singh said the university advanced 14 places to 30 in 'employment outcomes' compared to last year. He stressed that DU holds the top spot among Indian institutions in this category and ranks seventh overall in India. "The significant improvement in our overall score — from 33.8 to 42.6 — demonstrates the university's growing academic strength and expanding global reputation. With a global rank of 328, this score increase reflects the deepening quality, impact and reach of our institutional efforts. Our faculty, researchers and students are leading this transformation, consistently producing innovation, high-impact research and fostering international collaborations," Singh added. JNU is the only other Delhi-based university in the top 20 Indian institutions on the list. It moved up from last year's global rank of 580 to 558 and now holds the 13th position among Indian universities. Jamia Millia Islamia advanced to the 761-770 bracket from last year's 851-900 range, placing it 24th in India. Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University improved to the 951-1000 bracket from its earlier position of 1001-1200, now ranking 35th in India. Jamia Hamdard ranked 1401 globally and held the 53rd position in India.
Indian Express
21 hours ago
- Business
- Indian Express
How IIT Delhi got back to top spot among Indian institutions in QS rankings after 8 yrs
A strategic push to expand global research ties, aggressive faculty hiring, including special drives for SC/ST and women candidates, and a sharpened focus on sustainability and inclusion have propelled IIT Delhi to its highest-ever QS World University Rankings position. Boosted by an overseas campus in Abu Dhabi and major infrastructure upgrades under the University Grants Commission's Institute of Eminence scheme, the institute this year saw gains across key metrics like employer reputation, citations, and international research network, resulting in a 27-spot leap to rank 123 globally this year. For the first time in eight years, IIT Delhi has emerged as the highest-ranked Indian institution in the QS 2026 rankings, overtaking IIT Bombay, which had held the top spot in six of the last ten editions. IIT Delhi now stands at 123rd rank globally, up from 150 last year, while IIT Bombay has dropped from 118 to 129. Over the past decade, the two IITs, along with IISc Bangalore, have consistently dominated the top three positions among Indian institutions. According to higher education analytics firm QS, IIT Delhi showed 'notable progress in employer reputation (+23 places), citations per faculty (+40), employer outcomes (+21), and especially in sustainability, where the institution rose by an impressive 252 places.' The agency added that this reflects 'both genuine improvements and more accurate data reporting'. Speaking to The Indian Express, Prof. Vivek Buwa, Dean of Planning and head of rankings at IIT Delhi, explained how the reputation indicators work. 'QS writes to a large pool of academic referees and employers worldwide and seeks responses on the suitability of IIT Delhi graduates, how market-ready or tech-ready they are, and whether employers would like to hire from IIT Delhi. This year, the responses reflected an uptick in our reputation, which has been improving gradually year on year,' Buwa said. Among the biggest contributing factors this year was the institute's score in sustainability. 'Sustainability has three verticals: environmental governance on campus, how much of your power comes from renewable sources, and how inclusive and diverse your institution is,' said Buwa. 'We've built up our Office of Diversity and Inclusion, created support systems for physically challenged and socially disadvantaged students, and ensured student representation in academic governance. All of this feeds into the QS sustainability criteria.' In a separate QS Sustainability ranking published last November, IIT Delhi rose from 386 to 179 — the highest rank among Indian institutions. IIT Delhi has also intensified its international research footprint. 'In the last five years, we've supported 135 bilateral research projects using institute resources, which have led to joint publications with leading global institutions,' Buwa said. 'About 25–30% of our 4,000-plus annual publications now involve international co-authors. That's helped boost our citation impact and research visibility.' The faculty-student ratio, another area of improvement, has benefited from aggressive recruitment. 'We've been hiring actively, including through special drives for SC/ST candidates. Hiring is a slow process, but even modest gains here help,' he said. According to the QS data, IIT Delhi scored better than IIT Bombay on several metrics this year: citations per faculty (93.1 vs 82.9), international student diversity (6.3 vs 1.5), international research network (66.9 vs 46.6), and sustainability (79.9 vs 75.2). IIT Bombay, however, continued to lead in academic reputation, employer reputation, and employment outcomes. Buwa added that the gains were also the result of better data submission. 'We always had a strong research network, but that wasn't fully captured earlier. This time, we were more careful in providing the right and required information to QS.' He also credited the institute's enhanced research infrastructure. 'As an Institute of Eminence, we received about ₹1,000 crore, of which ₹200–250 crore was used to set up high-end research facilities,' he said. 'In addition, we generate ₹300–400 crore annually through sponsored R&D with companies and government bodies. These investments are now showing results through stronger publications and research impact.' Another important milestone has been the launch of the institute's Abu Dhabi campus in 2024. 'With strong support from the UAE and Indian governments, we've been able to develop the campus quickly and launch multiple programmes. While data from that campus doesn't feed directly into our QS scores, it has helped build IIT Delhi's international visibility and reputation,' Buwa said. All of this, he added, contributes to the institute's strategic goals. 'In my view, these efforts across sustainability, global collaboration, infrastructure, and inclusion are all starting to converge. That's what led to this year's QS rank improvement.'
The Hindu
21 hours ago
- Health
- The Hindu
News from the world of Education: June 19, 2025
INCUBATE 2025 Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, and the IIT-Bombay have launched INCUBATE 2025, a Med-Tech hackathon to inspire medical and engineering students to innovate solutions for pressing healthcare challenges. Eligibility: Students pursuing MBBS, BDS, Nursing, B.E. or equivalent in engineering. Students pursuing or Integrated Masters in any discipline of Natural or Life Sciences can be team member along with medical or engineering students. More details at Admissions and scholarships IIT Bombay and SimpliLearn have launched an e-Postgraduate Diploma (ePGD) in Integrated Circuits (IC) Design. Eligibility: B.E., and M.E. in Electronics, VLSI, Communication, Electrical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering or Instrumentation Engineering, from a recognised institute. Deadline: July 31 Details at The University of Leeds invites applications for its in Air Quality Solutions with Data Science programme beginning in September. Scholarships are available Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with minimum 2:1 Honours in Engineering, Computer Science, Maths, Physics, Chemistry or Economics. Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component. Deadline: June 30 Visit for details IIT Delhi has launched a six-month Certificate Programme in Data Science and Machine Learning programme. Eligibility: Graduates or diploma holders from a recognised institute with a minimum 50% in Maths or Statistics in Class 12 board exam. Details at IIT Delhi has also launched a six-month online Executive Programme in Healthcare for Industry 5.0. Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, MBBS, Nursing, BDS, or equivalent with at least 50% or 5.0 CGPA More details at CMR University, Bengaluru, invites applications for its programmes in Computer Science and Engineering; Computer Science and Engineering (AI and ML); Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science); Computer Engineering with specialisation in AIML/Internet of Things; Computer Science and Technology with specialisation in AIML/Internet of Things; Information Technology, and Electronics and Communication Engineering Eligibility: Minimum 45% in Physics and Maths in Class 12, along with any one of the following subjects: Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Information Technology, Biology, Informatics Practices, Biotechnology, Technical Vocational Subject, Agriculture, Engineering Graphics, Business Studies, or Entrepreneurship. Valid score in CET, COMED-K, JEE, other state or national entrance exam. Candidates who have passed the stream in the same or an allied sector. Details at Alliance University has launched a multilingual and transdisciplinary M.A. in Creative Writing course. Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% aggregate with English as a compulsory subject. Deadline: June 30 Details at Lovely Professional University has launched a two-year Diploma and a three-year programme in Child and Elderly Care. Eligibility: 50% aggregate in 10+2 with English or equivalent. Details at and AISECT University, Jharkhand, has opened admissions for its UG, PG, diploma, vocational, and doctoral programmes across Agriculture, Arts, Commerce, Computer Science and Information Technology, Journalism and Mass Communication, Management, Science, and Yoga and Naturopathy. Details at Events FLAME University's Executive Education Cell hosted the Land Matters workshop, under the aegis of Project IncLand. Speakers included Ramnath Sonawane, former Municipal Commissioner, Kalyan Dombivli Municipal Corporation; Satya Prabha Giri, Managing Partner, Lotus Landmarks, Pune; Ajay Katuri from CEPT University and National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA); Mohammed Hussain Shaikh, Founder, Land Masters Advisory, Mumbai; and Santosh Bhansali, Founder, White Lotus Realty, Mumbai. According to a new survey from CFA Institute, finance tops the list of career preferences among Indian graduates (38%) followed by IT (32 %) and Education (21 %) and 61% seek careers with societal impact. The survey can be accessed at ITM Institute of Hotel Management saw its 2023–26 batch of students intern in seven countries including France, New Zealand, and Mauritius. Recruiters included JW Marriott, The Oberoi Beach Resort, Le Meridien, and Anantara Iko, among others. Noida International University organised an educator's meet and felicitation ceremony in Muzaffarpur and Sasaram in Bihar. Over 400 educators, students, and academic professionals participated. The institution also hosted an event in Bokaro on the vital link between education, health, and nation-building. Speakers included Dr. Aman Shrivastava, Ex-President of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Rajnish Kashyap, CEO of Smart Homes Bokaro, and Abhay Shyam Nandan Singh, Vice President of Sardar Patel Public School. The University Grants Commission has granted permission to The University of Aberdeen, Scotland, to open its campus in Mumbai. The campus, which will open in September 2026, aims to offer programmes in Computing and Data Science, Business Management, Economics, Artificial Intelligence and an MBA with future expansion into Mathematics and International Business Management and Information Systems, Public Health, Film Studies and Psychology JBCN Education, in collaboration with Monash University, Australia, hosted the inaugural edition of the Monash Innovation Guarantee India Programme and brought together 53 high-school students across JBCN 5 campuses to tackle real-world challenges through hands-on innovation and design thinking. ITC Limited hosted the Wellbeing Out of Waste (WOW) Interschool Recycling Championship Awards in Coimbatore to recognise and celebrate the exceptional contributions made by students and schools in advancing the cause of effective waste management. FORE School of Management hosted an Induction Ceremony for its 2025–2027 batch of PGDM programmes. Ritesh Varma, Vice President-Business Solutions Consulting, Newgen Software, and Rahul Raizada, Partner, PwC India, were the guests of honour. Queen's University Belfast (QUB) has appointed Prof. M. Satish Kumar as the first Dean of its new campus in GIFT City, India. Prof Kumar will take up the role in July 2025 and will provide academic leadership across the faculties for the new campus, which will welcome its first cohort of students in early 2026. Prayoga Institute of Education Research has partnered with the State Bank of India Foundation (SBIF) and SBI Funds Management to expand the Kriya initiative across 12 government schools in Raichur, Karnataka. IIM Bangalore concluded its orientation programme for the PGP and PGP-BA class of 2025-27 with the presentation of the Distinguished Alumni Awards 2025, among other academic recognitions, and scholarships. Ryan International Academy, Hinjawadi, conducted an investiture ceremony for its newly elected Student Parliament. Dilip Khedkar, retired Superintendent of Police; Hrushikesh Ghadage, Inspector, Hinjawadi Police Station; and Alka Jadhav, Assistant Inspector, Khadak Police Station, were guests of honour. The International Management Institute Bhubaneswar welcomed the PGDM Batch of 2025–27 with a two-week orientation programme. Suraj Malik, Founder and CEO of Legacy Growth, was the chief guest. Dattatreya Chaudhary, a research scholar at the Mahatma Gandhi Mission University Department of Chemistry, has published his study on Improved Process for the Preparation of Amorphous Eluxadoline as a patent by the Government of India. Researchers from IIT Guwahati have developed a community-scale water treatment system that removes fluoride and Iron from groundwater, offering a low-cost solution for areas with poor access to safe drinking water. A paper co-authored by Prof. Mihir Kumar Purkait, along with research associates, Anweshan and Piyal Mondal, and research scholar Mukesh Bharti, from the Department of Chemical Engineering, was published in ACS ES&T Water. ITM Vocational University organised a seminar on AI in Research. Over 40 faculty from various departments participated. Aakash Educational Services has launched the Aakash Invictus Campus at New Delhi, a facility for JEE preparation. It features 13 classrooms designed to provide a focused and personalised JEE preparation environment. Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan and Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, inaugurated the Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management and Engineering at the Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal and Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai. SRM College of Nursing, in collaboration with SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre and the Central University of Tamil Nadu, organised a national Multidisciplinary Training of Trainers on Transgender Care. New research led by the University of Canterbury, New Zealand, has shed light on how smart fuel choices and launch practices could help protect the ozone layer. The paper was published in npj Climate and Atmospheric Science. Galgotias University and Tata Technologies launched a Learning Centre focused on Product Development to build future-ready engineering professionals. MoUs and partnerships HCL Foundation has signed an MoU with StartupTN and the Department of Employment and Training, Government of Tamil Nadu, to enhance entrepreneurship and vocational education in the state. Galgotias University signed an MoU with Heartfulness Education Trust to establish the Centre of Indian Knowledge Systems at the institution's campus in Greater Noida. Dravidian University signed an MoU with 1M1B (One Million for One Billion), to empower students through industry-aligned skill development, enhanced placement support, and global exposure. IIT Guwahati signed an MoU with the University of Southern Denmark to promote bilateral cooperation in research, innovation, and academic exchange. Cactus Communications has partnered with NIT Calicut to provide institution-wide access to its AI research tools and enable students, faculty, and researchers to leverage AI to enhance research discovery and improve writing quality. The Directorate General of Training, under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with Shell India, has launched a Green Skills and Electric Vehicles (EV) training programme to equip students and faculty with skills in green energy and e-mobility. Awards Prateek Sethi from Odisha won the first prize in the vivo Ignite competition, the scholarship initiative of vivo India in partnership with CIET-NCERT, IITM Pravartak Technologies Foundation, and UN Global Compact Network India. A team comprising Neer Soni, Arunojya Vatsa, and Deval Kambaliya, students of BIMTECH was declared the global winner of the PRME Global Students Sustainability Awards 2025. In the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, the following universities from India marked their presence in the global rankings: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Rank 41); Lovely Professional University (Rank 48), and Shoolini University (Rank 96). The University of Melbourne, Australia, was ranked 19th globally in the 2026 QS World University Rankings. Ekya School JP Nagar, Bengaluru, made it to the the Top 10 Most Innovative Schools in the World list released by the T4 Education World.
