162 higher education institutions of India have been highlighted in QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025 with IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay featuring at top.
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The education sector of India has made impressive reflections, both globally and within Asia, as evidenced by the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2025. The qualitative changes in management and policies framed by the government has resulted in Indian education institutes competing with global ones. Indian Institute of Technology [IIT], Indian Institute of Management [IIM], National Institute of Technology [NIT] and Indian Institute of Science [IISc] are the outstanding players in the higher education sector ranking in the QS World University rankings. However, apart from them, there are many other universities in India competing at the higher education level and shining in QS World University Ranking.
Top 10 Universities in India 2025 in QS Global Rankings
| S.no. | University | QS World University Ranking 2025 |
| 1. | Indian Institute of Technology- Bombay | 118 |
| 2. | Indian Institute of Technology- Delhi | 150 |
| 3. | Indian Institute of Science | 211 |
| 4. | Indian Institute of Technology- Kharagpur | 222 |
| 5. | Indian Institute of Technology- Madras | 227 |
| 6. | Indian Institute of Technology- Kanpur | 263 |
| 7. | University of Delhi | 328 |
| 8. | Indian Institute of Technology- Roorkee | 335 |
| 9. | Indian Institute of Technology- Guwahati | 344 |
| 10. | Anna University | 383 |
QS World Rankings: Top 10 Universities in India 2025
- IIT Bombay
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Established in 1958, IIT- Bombay is renowned for its faculties, research and academics, and international and national collaborations, attracting students from all over India. It received significant support form UNESCO and USSR government with equipment, experts and fellowships facilitating its growth. The institute provides UG, PG, PhD in various fields like Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, Management, Science, Entrepreneurship, Data Analytics, AI/ML and Design and many more. In 2018, IIT- Bombay was conferred the status of Institute of Eminence by the Ministry of Human Resources and Development. More than 1000 students pass out from IIT- Bombay, with placement opportunities and excellent educational background.
- IIT Delhi
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Established in 1961, IIT- Delhi is amongst the leading excellence centres renowned for training, research and development in technology and academics courses in India. More than 10000 students have graduated from IIT- Delhi in various disciplines including physical science, management, humanities, engineering, social science and many more with UG, PG and PhD degrees. IIT- Delhi alumni are renowned for their active politics, administrative services with NGOs and contribution to building the nation and to industrialisation around the world. In 2018, IIT- Delhi was first amongst six institutes to be awarded the Institute of Eminence status. In 2023, IIt- Delhi signed a MoU to establish the first global campus of IIT- Delhi in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Indian Institute of Science
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Established in 1909, the Indian Institute of Science is a renowned institute for higher education and research in science, engineering, design and management located in Bangalore. The institute was established with support of Jamsetji Tata and hence is locally known as Tata Institute. The institute offers UG, PG and PhD programs in biological science, physical and mathematical science, electric, electronic and computer science, mechanical science and Interdisciplinary research. Institute has collaborated with various government organisations like ISRO, Aeronautical Development Agency, CSIR, Centre for Development of Advanced computing and many more, the institute also works with private industry and research labs.
- IIT Kharagpur
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Established in 1951, IIT- Kharagpur is the first IITs to be established in India, renowned for producing global leaders in science, technology and management. With over 14630+ students, the institute is ranked among the most prestigious academic institute. IIT Kharagpur is recognised as an Institute of National Importance. Recognised as Institute of Eminence in 2019, IIT- Kharagpur offers its programs in engineering and architecture, biotechnology and bioscience, science, humanities, social and economics science, law and management. In 2021, IIT Kharagpur and the University of Manchester with partnership, launched a dual award PhD programme. With 700 placement offers in 2023- 2024, IIT- Kharagpur is famous for competitive placement opportunities to students in top companies.
- IIT Madras
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Established in 1959, IIT- Madras has consistently ranked has the best engineering institute in India by NIRF. IIT- Madras offers UG, PG and research degrees across engineering, science, humanities and management. The university have MoUs signed with foreign universities like Sydney university, University of Colombo, Auckland University of Technology, Massey University and other prestigious universities around the world, resulting in cooperative projects and assignments. As an Institute of Eminence, IIT- Madras has opened various research centres that include important domains like AI and data sciences, chemistry, earth sciences, math and cyber security, ocean technology, quantum science and technology etc.
- IIT Kanpur
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Established in 1959, IIT- Kanpur is amongst the best academic technology Institute of India recognised has Institute of National importance. IIT- Kanpur offers UG, PG and research programs in engineering, humanities, science and management. The first Nano satellite ‘Jugnu’ which was launched successfully in orbit on 12th October, 2011 was designed by team of students working under the guidance of faculty members of this institute and scientists of ISRO. As of January 2025, IIT Kanpur alumni or faculty members have at least received 17 Padma shri, 4 Padma Bhushan, 1 Padma Vibhushan and 33 Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar price. With globally acclaimed education, IIT- Kanpur have over 8000 + students studying from 555 award winning faculties.
- University of Delhi
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Established in 1922, the University of Delhi is known for its international acclaim for highest academic standards, variegated educational programmes, modern infrastructure, esteemed legacy and famous alumni. Right from its establishment the university has been successful in sustaining the highest global standards and best practices in higher education. Initiated with three colleges and 750 students, the university has grown to one of the largest universities in India with 80 academic departments and over seven lakh students. Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD, MPhil and other courses in various departments are offered by the university.
- IIT Roorkee
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Established in 1847, IIT- Roorkee is one of the oldest and leading engineering and technology institute in India. The institute has MoUs signed with research organisations in India like Indian Institute of Petroleum, Department of Atomic Engineering, Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences and many more. IIT- Roorkee offers UG, PG, doctoral and research programs in engineering and applied science, humanities, business and science. Every year more than 50 countries join IIT- Roorkee for full time or short term training courses. For consecutive five years, IIT- Roorkee won CII’s Most Innovative Institute of 2024. With experience of glorious 175 years, IIT- Roorkee have over 10k+ students, from which around 250 students are from foreign countries.
- IIT Guwahati
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Established in 1994, IIT Guwahati is amongst the fastest growing technology Institute in India. With world-class infrastructure for conducting advanced research, IIT- Guwahati offers programs in engineering, science, healthcare, management and humanities for UG, PG and PhD degree. Recognised as Institute of National Importance, IIT Guwahati hosts Param-Ishan which is the fastest and most powerful supercomputer in the Northeastern and southern regions of the country. The institute has MoUs signed with the University of Connecticut, University of North Texas, University Of California, London South Bank University, Durham University and many more fostering collaborative academic and research activities along with exchange visits of faculty, research staff and students.
- Anna University
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Anna University established in 1978, has been recognized as “University with Potential for Excellence” for its commitment to research and development by the UGC. Situated in Chennai, the university is known for being the largest technical university in the world and for its diverse range of engineering and technology programs. The University is the first institution in India to offer UG programs in mechanics, electrics and aerospace engineering. The University offers higher education in engineering, technology, architecture and applied science. 16K+ students are pursuing their degree programme in the University department and about 7,21,276 students are pursuing their degree programme in the Affiliated institutions.
Important points to consider before choosing a University:
- Academic Programs, Faculty and career opportunities.
- Location, Amenities and Accessibility.
- Campus culture and environment.
- Student support services.
- Financial Aid and Scholarships.
- Student-to-faculty ratio and accreditation.
- Extracurricular programs and activities.
- Eligibility, entrance exam and registration fees.
- Visit the campus and connect their alumni.
Indian educational institutes have merged modern studies and innovative technology with traditional methods of teaching, leading to qualitative improvements in education. The inclusion of Indian educational institutes in top rankings of world, represents the increase in investments and awareness about the importance of higher education. Many of these universities were established before independence, and have been successful in leading and maintaining their legacy till today. However, the young- innovative established universities have also been fast growing universities competing at global level. The inclusion of 162 higher education institutes in QS Global University Ranking 2025 is the fruitful success of India’s hard work, resilience and motivation for further higher development in the education sector and strong competition at global level.
