QS World University Rankings
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A yearly global ranking of universities by the education company Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), based on academic and employer reputation surveys, research citations, faculty numbers, international outlook and sustainability.
| Published by | Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) |
|---|---|
| What it measures | Academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty–student ratio, citations, international faculty and students, employment outcomes, research network and sustainability. |
| How often | Annual (June) |
| Latest edition | QS World University Rankings 2027 (released June 2026) |
India's figures
| Indian institutions ranked | 52 (fourth most-represented country) |
|---|---|
| Highest-ranked Indian institution | IIT Delhi, 118th |
| Next Indian institutions | IIT Bombay 134; IIT Madras 170; IIT Kharagpur 205; IISc Bengaluru 221 |
| Indian universities in the world top 100 for research impact | 11 |
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