IIT Delhi Jumps 27 Ranks to Achieve 123rd Position in QS World University Rankings 2026, Becoming India's Top Institution.
IIT Delhi QS Ranking 2026: A moment of pride for India's higher education system. The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has achieved its highest-ever ranking in the QS World University Rankings 2026, securing the top spot in India. This year, IIT Delhi leaped 27 places to reach the 123rd position, up from its previous rank of 150.
Highest Ranking in Eight Years
IIT Delhi has delivered its best performance in eight years. While several Indian institutions have shown marginal improvement in rankings over the past few years, IIT Delhi's jump is considered the most impactful. This signifies not only a significant achievement for the institution but also a b indicator for the entire Indian education system, demonstrating the growing global competitiveness of Indian institutions.
Surpassing IIT Bombay
For several years, IIT Bombay held the top ranking among Indian institutions. However, IIT Delhi has now overtaken it. IIT Bombay's ranking dropped 11 places this year, settling at 129. Having secured the top spot in India six times in the past decade, IIT Bombay now occupies second place.
India's Position in Global Rankings
The QS World University Rankings 2026 shows an improvement in the rankings of approximately 50% of Indian universities. A total of 46 Indian institutions were included in this year's rankings. Many of these institutions performed well on criteria such as research, faculty-student ratio, and international collaboration.
How are the Rankings Determined?
The QS World University Rankings are determined using several key indicators. These include:
Academic Reputation: Based on the opinions of academics worldwide.
Employer Reputation: The extent to which graduates are prioritized in the job market.
Faculty-Student Ratio: The level of individual academic support provided to students.
Research Output and Citations: The international impact of research work.
International Faculty and Students: The institution's global acceptance.
IIT Delhi excelled across all these criteria, particularly in research output, academic reputation, and international collaborations.
MIT Remains the World's Number 1 University
While this news is a source of pride for India, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has once again secured the top global position. MIT has been ranked the world's number 1 university in the QS World University Rankings for the 14th consecutive year. This indicates that the American technological education system remains a global leader.
