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The Hindu
an hour ago
- Business
- The Hindu
QS 2026 rankings: Reputation of Indian graduates among employers, faculty citations boost Indian HEIs
In the QS 2026 edition, 54 Indian institutions were listed, a significant increase from 46 in 2025 and 45 in 2024. This represents a substantial 390% increase from just 11 ranked universities in 2014, positioning India as the fastest-growing higher education system among G20 countries. India is now the fourth most represented nation globally, trailing only the United States (192), the United Kingdom (90), and Mainland China (72). The inclusion of eight new Indian universities in the 2026 edition, more than any other country, further underscores a broader institutional momentum within the nation's higher education sector. While the total number of ranked institutions has increased, number of Indian universities in the global top 500 in 2026 dropped marginally from 12 in 2025 to 11 in 2026. India demonstrated unique strengths in areas such as Employer Reputation and Citations per Faculty, where its average scores surpass those of several established higher education systems like the U.K. and U.S. Despite these strengths, India lags significantly in attracting international students, a critical component of global competitiveness. QS Ranking methodology QS 2026 ranking framework assesses universities across five broad lenses: Research and Discovery (50%), Employability and Outcomes (20%), Learning Experience (10%), Global Engagement (15%), and Sustainability (5%). Academic Reputation and Citations per Faculty constitute the indicators of Research and Discovery, whereas Employer Reputation and Employment Outcomes i.e. employability of the graduates are the indicators for Employability and Outcomes. Learning Experience reflects the overall learning environment and support provided to students. Global Engagement captures the internationalisation efforts of higher education institutions, including their global outlook in terms of foreign students, staff, and research collaborations. Sustainability was introduced in 2024, which provides insight into institutions' commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, including the impact of academic research on Sustainable Development Goals. Top performers in 2026 A total of three institutions ranked among the top 200, which include IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, and IIT Madras. About 10 institutions ranked among the top 500, which include nine centrally funded institutions and one state government institution, Anna University IIT Delhi achieved its best-ever showing at a joint 123rd position globally, marking a consistent climb from 150th in 2025 and 197th in 2024. This steady rise is attributed to strong scores in key indicators, including Employer Reputation (50th globally), Citations per Faculty (86th), Academic Reputation (142nd), and Sustainability (172nd). While IIT Bombay experienced a slight slip to 129th this year from its all-time best rank of 118 in 2025. IIT Madras recorded one of the most dramatic improvements, leaping 47 places to reach the 180th spot, marking its first entry into the global top 200. Other institutions demonstrating strong performance include IIT Kharagpur (215), IISc Bangalore (219), and IIT Kanpur (222). Non-IITs in top 500 include Delhi University (328) and Anna University (465). Break-up of the institutions ranked in 2026 Central government-funded institutions, particularly the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), consistently serve as the primary drivers of India's performance in the QS top 500 rankings, with the lion's share of 12 out of 13. However, share of private institutions is substantial, with about 40% in 2026. Not only that, seven out of eight new entrants in 2026 are the private ones. The increasing number of private institutions not only participating but also significantly improving their positions in the QS rankings points to a fundamental and dynamic shift in India's higher education landscape. Comparative Strengths of Indian Institutions India demonstrated a commendable performance in Employer Reputation, with an average score of 24.9, ahead of China (23.7), Finland (23.1), and France (21.5). This suggests that Indian graduates are highly regarded by employers. India also exhibited a strong showing in research impact. Its average Citations per Faculty score of 43.7 places it ahead of Germany (41.6), the U.K. (39.2), the U.S. (38.1), and Ireland (36.8). This highlights the increasing quality and recognition of research originating from Indian institutions. Areas of relative weaknesses A substantial 78% of Indian universities experienced a decline with regard to International Students Ratio, and no Indian institution ranks within the global top 500 for attracting international students. India faces a structural challenge with regard to Faculty-Student Ratio, with only O. P. Jindal Global University, being an outlier in the global top 350. The U.K., with an average score of 26.7, also lags behind top performers like Norway (73.7), Switzerland (63.8), and Sweden (61.8), suggesting that resource allocation for teaching staff remains a challenge for many nations. India is showing promising performance in sustainability, outperforming China and Brazil in Knowledge Exchange, Environmental Sustainability, and Environmental Research. However, it lags behind South Africa in overall sustainability impact. Conclusion An analysis of Indian institutions' performance in the QS World University Rankings in the last three years reveals significant growth in their global engagement, marked by a substantial increase in the number of ranked institutions and notable improvements in key performance indicators, particularly in research and employer reputation. The evolving landscape, characterised by the continued dominance of central institutions and the dynamic emergence of private players, underscores a diversifying and maturing higher education ecosystem. However, in order to improve its global standing, it has to enhance internationalisation initiatives to attract more foreign students, while continuing to leverage its existing strengths in research output, impact, and employer reputation. (Dr. O R S Rao is the Chancellor of the ICFAI University, Sikkim.)
India.com
4 hours ago
- Business
- India.com
QS World Rankings 2026: From IIT Delhi To Anna University- Check List of Top 10 Indian Universities
photoDetails english 2919121 The QS World University Rankings 2026, released on Thursday, highlight the performance of over 1,500 universities across more than 100 countries, reflecting key trends in global higher education. While the United States maintains its strong presence, universities from Asia and Europe have shown significant improvement. India has once again marked its global academic presence in the QS World University Rankings 2026, with IIT Delhi leading the list at Rank 123, followed closely by IIT Bombay and IIT Madras. Scroll down to check the list of Indian Institutes Updated:Jun 20, 2025, 05:40 PM IST IIT Delhi - Rank 123 1 / 10 IIT Delhi stands out as one of India's most prestigious engineering and research institutes. Known for its amazing research, innovation, and strong industry collaborations, it offers top-tier programs in engineering, technology, and management. And its high global ranking reflects a strong academic reputation, and a vibrant campus environment that attracts talent from across the world. IIT Bombay - Rank 129 2 / 10 Located in Powai, Mumbai, IIT Bombay is globally renowned for excellence in engineering, science, and technology education. It has a vibrant culture, excellent placement records, and a best faculty. The institute is a hub for technological innovation and frequently partners with global institutions and industries for research and development. IIT Madras - Rank 180 3 / 10 IIT Madras, located in Chennai, has earned an excellent reputation for its interdisciplinary research, academic rigor, and their focus on sustainable development. It is particularly recognized for its strong programs in mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering. IIT Kharagpur - Rank 215 4 / 10 It is the oldest IIT, IIT Kharagpur has a rich heritage and an expansive campus. It offers a wide range of courses in engineering, law, management, and architecture. Known for its innovation-driven ecosystem and strong alumni network, it also has one of the largest tech fests in Asia named "Kshitij'. IISc Bangalore - Rank 219 5 / 10 The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is India's premier research institution, particularly in the fields of science, engineering, and advanced technologies. Located in Bangalore, it has a research-intensive curriculum and is a leader in scientific innovation and postgraduate studies. IISc consistently ranks high in global research citations and academic impact. IIT Kanpur - Rank 222 6 / 10 IIT Kanpur is celebrated for its academic excellence, strong emphasis on research, and a liberal academic structure that allows students to explore diverse interests. The institute is especially strong in aerospace, computer science, and electrical engineering, and contributes significantly to India's technological growth. University of Delhi - Rank 328 7 / 10 The University of Delhi (DU) is one of India's largest and most prestigious universities, known for its humanities, commerce, and science programs. With a rich legacy, diverse student body, and influential alumni network, DU maintains a strong academic reputation and provides a comprehensive educational experience beyond technical fields. IIT Guwahati - Rank 334 8 / 10 IIT Guwahati is known for its beautiful campus and fast-rising global reputation. It offers cutting edge programs in engineering and science and has a growing reputation for research in data science, AI, and nanotechnology. It's among the younger IITs that have quickly established a global presence. IIT Roorkee - Rank 339 9 / 10 IIT Roorkee, originally established as the Thomason College of Civil Engineering in 1847, is one of the oldest engineering institutions in Asia. It has strengths in civil engineering, hydrology, and disaster management and plays a pivotal role in infrastructure research and development in India. Anna University - Rank 465 10 / 10 Anna University, based in Tamil Nadu, is known for its robust engineering programs and widespread affiliations with technical colleges across the state. The university has contributed significantly to technical education in South India and continues to make strides in research and innovation, particularly in computer science and electronics.
India Today
6 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
IIT Madras scholarships: Who's eligible and what you get
The results are now out for JEE advanced 2025, and the race for IIT seats is underway. For many aspiring engineers, qualifying in the JEE Advanced is just one step -- figuring out how to afford a top-tier education is the next. At this crucial moment, IIT Madras is offering a much-needed institute, long known for academic strength and innovation, is also committed to accessibility. This premier institute has managed to be at the top in the NIRF ranking list for 5 consecutive a range of scholarship schemes, IIT Madras supports students from financially weaker sections, ensuring that no deserving candidate is held back by cost. As JoSAA counselling begins, these scholarships could be a game changer for students ready to take the next big & FREE STUDENTSHIPIIT Madras offers two major scholarships for students from families with annual income up to Rs 4.5 lakh. The Institute Merit-cum-Means and Institute Free Studentship schemes each cover 67% of tuition fees for 25% of admitted continue receiving aid, scholarship holders must maintain a GPA of 5.0 each & CATEGORY BASED SUPPORTThe Institute Notional Prize is awarded to 7% of students meeting the income limit, granting a one-time award of Rs 1, SC/ST scholars with family income up to Rs 4.5 lakh receive tuition waivers, free messing, and a Rs 250 monthly pocket allowance, renewed each semester based on SCHOLARSHIPSadvertisementSeveral performance-based awards support students from families earning up to 5 lakh:Girish Reddy scholarship: Two awards -- Rs 25,000 yearly -- are given for top JEE rankers and outstanding school performance, requiring a minimum GPA of Women's Association at Bonn scholarship: Offers Rs 1,250 per month for 12 months to a BTech student fitting V Ranga Raju memorial scholarship: Provides Rs 500 monthly for four years, favouring rural students tied by merit and Kamakoti endowment award: A one-time Rs 2,500 prize for a Merit-cum-Means student with parental income up to Rs 5.5 & RANK-BASED AWARDSFurther grants include:MSankaraiah and MSaradha (Mithigiri) Scholarship: A single 20,000 award for the Electrical Engineering student with highest CGPA after semester Rau Scholarship: A Rs 25,000 annual award for a top-ranked, need-based student maintaining a GPA of 6.5 or STUDENTS SHOULD KNOW NOWQualified JEE Advanced candidates can now begin registering for the JoSAA 2025 counselling process. The mock seat allocation rounds are slated for June 11 and June 14, with registration and choice-filling open through June first seat allotment round begins on June Madras's scholarship programme aims to do more than ease financial constraints; it strives to ensure that promising students stay focused on education, not tuition bills. Candidates entering IITs after JEE Advanced will find not only academic excellence at Madras, but a supportive environment designed to help them thrive—regardless of background or bank balance.
New Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Science
- New Indian Express
QS World University Rankings '26: IIT-M in top 200, Anna University falls to 465
CHENNAI: The QS World University Rankings 2026, which was released on Thursday, presented a mixed bag of results for the state. While the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) has made its debut in the top 200 in the rank list, securing 180th position, Anna University's ranking has slipped from 383rd position to 465th rank this year. IIT Madras has made an impressive leap of 47 places from last year's 227th rank to 180th rank this year, while Anna University's rank dipping by 82 places has triggered concern among faculties of the varsity. Academicians and faculties have blamed the vacant vice chancellor (V-C) post as the main reason behind the drop in its performance. 'For one year, the V-C post has been lying vacant. If an institution is headless for such a long period, it will obviously have an impact on research work, faculty efficiency, quality of education and discipline on the campus,' said former V-C of Anna University, E Balagurusamy. Faculty members also seconded the opinion. NIT Trichy's rank has also dropped from the 701-710 band to 731-740 bracket, while the Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) has climbed up from 791-800 bracket to 691st rank. Notably, the University of Madras was ranked 526th in the QS World University Rankings 2024, however, the varsity, like last year, has failed to feature in the list this year too. The rank list released by the London-based higher education analyst, Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) features 1,500 institutions across the globe. Of this 54 institutions are from India, among which seven universities are from Tamil Nadu. The other institutions from the state which have featured in the rank list are Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (901-950 rank bracket), SRM Institute of Science and Technology (1001-1200 rank band) and Sathyabhama Institute of Science and Technology (1201-1400). Meanwhile, IIT Madras has attributed the rank improvement to its strong performance in key metrics such as academic reputation, employer perception, faculty-student ratio, international collaborations and sustainability initiatives.
Time of India
19 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Study warns loss of water bodies in Chennai significantly increases flood risk
Chennai: Ten years ago, a relentless downpour of 50 cm of rainfall in Chennai on December 1, 2015, followed by the release of water from the Chembarambakkam reservoir, flooded most areas and brought the city to a standstill. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now A new study now warns that if the city loses its existing upstream water bodies, which currently have a capacity of 174.7 million cubic metres, to future urbanisation, flood damages could increase by 44%, deaths by 60%, and risk to the population by 40.5% if a 2015-like flood repeats. Researchers said the 2015 flood could have caused less damage if the city retained its traditional tanks, man-made water bodies designed to store rainwater. The study found flood losses could have dropped by 17% and fatalities by 12% if the lost urban tanks were still functional, with flood levels dropping by up to 0.8 m in areas like T Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Virugambakkam, and Saidapet. The population at risk would have decreased by 25.3% compared to the 2015 flood. Since the early 1900s, urbanisation has led to the loss of 13.6 million cubic metres of tank storage within the city. The remaining 174.7 million cubic metres of tank storage outside the city are also at risk. Though the urban tanks held a smaller volume than the upstream ones, their proximity to densely populated areas meant they could have intercepted rainwater before it flooded streets and homes. "The 2015 flood was primarily due to excessive rainfall. The water release from Chembarambakkam reservoir played some role, but it was only 25% of the total flow from upstream," said researcher Abinesh Ganapathy. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now "The water bodies provide extra cushion to store water and reduce inflow into the Adyar River. The lakes that disappeared should have provided even more storage and moderated the flood in the city." Researchers simulated three scenarios: the actual 2015 flood (baseline), a version where lost urban tanks still existed (with tanks), and one where even upstream tanks are lost (no tanks). Compared to the 2015 scenario, if the traditional tanks were present, flooding in the lower flood hazard zones in parts of Vadapalani, Mylapore, Alwarpet, Adyar, Ashok Nagar, Ekkattuthangal, and Guindy could have dropped by 23% to 37%. When encroached tank areas are included, this reduction rose to over 60% in parts of Vadapalani, Mylapore, and Alwarpet. In contrast, if upstream tanks are also lost, flooding in the high-risk flood zones like parts of Koyambedu, Adyar, Porur, T Nagar, Nandanam, St Thomas Mount, parts of Mylapore, RA Puram, and Nungambakkam would expand by 45% to 54%. About 80,000 people and 15,000 buildings were spared from flooding in the 'with tanks' scenario, while over 1.7 lakh people and 30,000 buildings were newly affected in the 'no tanks' scenario. The study, conducted by institutions including GFZ Potsdam, IIT Roorkee, and IIT Madras, was published in Urban Climate. An earlier study led by corresponding author Nithila Devi Nallasamy projected that urban areas in the Adyar Basin will expand from 20% to 46% by 2050, putting the upstream tanks at high risk. Nivedita Sairam, a researcher from GFZ Potsdam, said, "The study shows that in addition to flood defences, we need to give room for the river and controlled urban development. Protecting water bodies plays a role in controlling weather extremes." The study supports using nature-based solutions for flood control in cities like Chennai, which face both flood risks and water scarcity. T Kanthimathinathan, coordinator, Tamil Nadu State Disaster Management Authority, said the only way to reduce flooding in the city is for urban planners to ensure the clearing and protection of the flow paths of existing water bodies to downstream systems from the impact of urbanisation. He said that between 1975 and 2008, many water bodies were lost to city expansion, including those in Nungambakkam, Mambalam, and Mogappair. Only 49, now significantly shrunk, remained. "We must give room for the water to flow," he said. "The water bodies in the upstream may shrink in size, but not disappear. The Thiruppugazh committee recommended restoration of these upstream water bodies to their original condition. If possible, they can be deepened to increase holding capacity, without affecting groundwater or the environment," he added.
