‘Great News for Education Sector…’: PM Modi Applauds QS World University Rankings 2026 as 54 Indian Institutions Make the List
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday praised the Indian education sector after 54 Indian institutions featured in the latest QS World University Rankings 2026, marking a significant achievement in India’s academic and research landscape.
Taking to social media, PM Modi called the development "great news for the education sector", emphasizing the nation's growing recognition on the global academic stage.
India’s Strongest Performance Yet in QS Rankings
The QS World University Rankings 2026, released by global higher education analytics firm Quacquarelli Symonds, reflects a substantial improvement in India’s performance across academic reputation, research output, and international collaboration.
Key Highlights:
54 Indian institutions feature on the global list, up from 45 last year.
The Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) remains the top-ranked Indian institution.
Several central universities and private institutions have also made notable gains.
IISc Bangalore maintained a strong position in research citations per faculty.
PM Modi's Statement
In his post, PM Modi stated:
“Great news for the education sector! India’s academic institutions are making remarkable strides globally. This is a testament to the talent, research capabilities, and innovation mindset of our students and educators.”
He further highlighted the government’s ongoing reforms in the education space under the National Education Policy (NEP 2020) as a key driver behind the progress.
What It Means for India’s Education Sector
This ranking surge reinforces India’s position as a rising global education hub. It not only boosts the global visibility of Indian universities but also increases opportunities for international collaboration, student exchange, and research funding.
The performance also reflects the push for quality education, digital learning, and global benchmarking, aligning with India’s long-term goal of becoming a knowledge economy.
FAQs
Q1: How many Indian institutions are included in the QS World University Rankings 2026?
A total of 54 Indian institutions are featured in the QS 2026 rankings.
Q2: Which Indian university ranks the highest?
IIT Bombay continues to be the highest-ranked Indian institution in the global list.
Q3: What criteria are used in QS rankings?
QS rankings evaluate institutions based on academic reputation, employer reputation, faculty/student ratio, international faculty and students, citations per faculty, and sustainability metrics.
Q4: What is PM Modi’s reaction to the rankings?
PM Modi called it a proud moment for the education sector and credited the academic community and policy reforms for the progress.
Q5: What impact do these rankings have on students?
High global rankings attract better faculty, research funding, global tie-ups, and improved career opportunities for students in Indian universities.
Published on: June 19, 2025
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