QS World University Ranking

QS World University Ranking

Context: The 2024 QS World University Rankings have been released, showcasing the top universities globally based on academic reputation, faculty/student ratio, citations per faculty, employer reputation, and international diversity. This ranking is essential for prospective students and researchers seeking insights into the global higher education landscape.

About:
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) is a London-based global higher education analyst that publishes the annual QS World University Rankings. These rankings compare universities across four main areas: Research, Teaching, Employability, and International Outlook.

The 2024 QS World University Rankings assess over 1,500 universities in 95 countries and territories, covering 56 academic disciplines across five broad faculty areas: Arts and Humanities, Engineering and Technology, Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences.

QS World University Rankings by Subject - India Highlights
1. Total Indian Universities Featured: 69
2. Total Entries: 424 (19.4% increase from previous years 355)

Top Indian Universities and Global Rankings by Subject

Regional Comparison in Asia

- India ranks second in universities featured (69), behind China (101), and fourth in ranked subject entries after China, Japan, and South Korea.

Most Represented Indian Universities
- Delhi University (DU): 30 entries
- IIT Bombay: 28 entries
- IIT Kharagpur: 27 entries

Research Perspective

 - India is the fourth-largest producer of research papers globally, generating 1.3 million academic papers in 2023- 24.

 - 16% growth in the international research network indicator, measuring volume and diversity of research partnerships. 

- 5% decrease in the research productivity versus impact index.

 **Overall Observation** 

- Indias research output surged by 54% from 2017 to 2022, exceeding the global average. 

- India ranks ninth globally for research impact (citation count) for the 2017-2022 period.