In a recent revelation by Times Higher Education (THE) magazine, a renowned UK-based publication, Indian higher education institutions have shown remarkable progress in the World University Rankings for 2024. With a record-breaking 91 Indian universities making it to the list this year, India has secured its position as the fourth best-represented nation in these prestigious rankings. This marks a significant improvement from last year when only 75 Indian institutes were included in the rankings.  

Indian Institute of Science Tops the Charts

Topping the charts once again, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), located in Bangalore, has been declared the best institute from India in the World University Rankings 2024. This achievement is particularly notable because IISc has returned to the global top 250 ranks for the first time since 2017, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to academic excellence.  

Other Leading Indian Institutions

Following closely behind IISc, several Indian institutions have earned their place in the rankings, enhancing the nation's global academic reputation. The universities that have been recognized in the 501-600 band include Anna University, Jamia Millia Islamia, Mahatma Gandhi University, and Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences.   Furthermore, Aligarh Muslim University and Bharathiar University have both improved their positions, moving up from the 801-1000 band to the 601-800 band. Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) and Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have also made substantial progress, now being ranked among the world's top 800 universities after moving up from the 1001-1200 band to the 601-800 band.   A notable newcomer to the list is the Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur, which has entered the rankings in the 601-800 band.  

IITs and Their Boycott

However, it's worth noting that several top Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have chosen to boycott the rankings for the fourth consecutive year. These IITs, including Bombay, Delhi, Guwahati, Kanpur, Kharagpur, Madras, and Roorkee, have expressed concerns about the transparency and standards of the ranking system. Despite their absence, other Indian institutions have demonstrated India's growing prowess in higher education.  

The List of Indian Universities/Institutes in World University Rankings 2024

1. Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
2. Anna University
3. Jamia Millia Islamia
4. Mahatma Gandhi University
5. Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences
6. Alagappa University
7. Aligarh Muslim University
8. Banaras Hindu University
9. Bharathiar University
10. Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
11. Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad
12. Indian Institute of Technology Patna
13. International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad
14. Jamia Hamdard University
15. Jawaharlal Nehru University
16. Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, Bhubaneswar
17. Malviya National Institute of Technology
18. Manipal Academy of Higher Education
19. National Institute of Technology Rourkela
20. National Institute of Technology Silchar
21. Panjab University
22. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
23. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology
24. Vellore Institute of Technology
25. Amity University
26. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
27. Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
28. Institute of Chemical Technology
29. University of Delhi
30. Delhi Technological University
31. Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Pune
32. Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
33. Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi
34. Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Anantapur (JNTUA)
35. Jaypee University of Information Technology
36. JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research
37. Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education
38. Lovely Professional University
39. National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli
40. University of Petroleum Energy Studies, Dehradun
41. Savitribai Phule Pune University
42. Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University
43. Siksha 'O' Anusandhan

  These rankings underscore India's commitment to providing quality higher education and the determination of its institutions to excel on the global stage. As India continues to invest in research and innovation, it is likely that its representation in international university rankings will further improve, solidifying its place in the global academic landscape.