NIRF Universities Rankings (2023–2025)
The table below compares the NIRF rankings and scores of the top 10 universities over the past three years, highlighting trends and shifts:
NIRF Universities Ranking (Top 10) – 2023-2025
| Institute Name | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
| Rank | Score | Rank | Score | Rank | Score | |
| IISc Bangalore | 1 | 85.05 | 1 | 83.29 | 1 | 83.16 |
| JNU | 2 | 71 | 2 | 69.8 | 2 | 68.92 |
| Manipal Academy | 3 | 69.25 | 4 | 67.18 | 6 | 64.98 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | 4 | 69.1 | 3 | 68.11 | 3 | 67.73 |
| University of Delhi | 5 | 67.38 | 6 | 65.9 | 11 | 61.45 |
| BHU | 6 | 67.28 | 5 | 66.05 | 5 | 65.85 |
| BITS Pilani | 7 | 67.24 | 9 | 65.39 | 10 | 63.88 |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | 8 | 67.05 | 7 | 65.73 | 7 | 64.67 |
| Jadavpur University | 9 | 65.42 | 9 | 65.39 | 4 | 66.07 |
| Aligarh Muslim University | 10 | 65.35 | 8 | 65.57 | 9 | 63.88 |
NIRF University Rankings 2025 – Key Performance Highlights
Rising Institutions
- The Manipal Academy of Higher Education has demonstrated exceptional growth, advancing from sixth place in 2023 to third place in 2025, driven by improvements in outreach, inclusivity, and perception.
- The University of Delhi has advanced significantly, rising from eleventh place in 2023 to fifth place in 2025, reflecting stronger graduation outcomes and inclusive initiatives.
- BITS Pilani has progressed steadily, rising from 10th place in 2023 to seventh place in 2025, driven by stronger research performance and growing academic reputation.
Steadfast Leaders
- The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore has consistently retained the top position, improving its score from 83.16 in 2023 to 85.05 in 2025, and continues to set the benchmark for higher education.
- Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has maintained its second rank across three years, with its score improving gradually from 68.92 to 71.
- Jamia Millia Islamia has remained within the top four institutions, though it shifted slightly from third place in 2023 to fourth place in 2025, demonstrating continued competitiveness.
- Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has shown steady performance, moving marginally from 7th place in 2023 to 8th place in 2025, while improving its score from 64.67 to 67.05.
Slipped Rankings
- Jadavpur University has dropped from 4th place in 2023 to 9th place in 2025, with its score recording a dip from 66.07 to 65.42.
- Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has slipped from 5th place in 2024 to 6th place in 2025, reflecting stagnation despite maintaining scores in the 65-67 range.
- Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) has slipped from 7th place in 2024 to 10th place in 2025.
The overall rankings indicate that IISc Bangalore and JNU continue to dominate at the top, while the middle segment from third to tenth place has become increasingly competitive. Southern private universities such as Manipal Academy, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, and VIT (ranked 14th in 2025) are emerging as strong challengers to the dominance of northern public universities, signalling a more balanced distribution of academic excellence across regions.
NIRF Universities Rankings 2025 – Evaluation Parameters
| Parameter | Marks | Weightage |
| Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR) | 100 | 0.3 |
| Research and Professional Practice (RP) | 100 | 0.3 |
| Graduation Outcomes (GO) | 100 | 0.2 |
| Outreach and Inclusivity (OI) | 100 | 0.1 |
| Perception (PR) | 100 | 0.1 |
Detailed Explanation of Parameters:
1. Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR) – Weightage: 0.30, Total Marks: 100
- Student Strength, including Doctoral Students (SS) – 20 marks
- Faculty-Student Ratio with emphasis on permanent faculty (FSR) – 30 marks
- Faculty with a PhD (or equivalent) and Experience (FQE) – 20 marks
- Financial Resources and their Utilisation (FRU) – 30 marks
2. Research and Professional Practice (RP) – Weightage: 0.30, Total Marks: 100
- Publications (PU) – 40 marks
- Quality of Publications (QP) – 40 marks
- Projects, Professional Practice & Executive Development Programs (FPPP) – 20 marks
3. Graduation Outcomes (GO) – Weightage: 0.20, Total Marks: 100
- Placement & Higher Studies (GPH) – 40 marks
- University Examinations Performance (GUE) – 20 marks
- Median Salary (GMS) – 40 marks
4. Outreach and Inclusivity (OI) – Weightage: 0.10, Total Marks: 100
- Students from Other States (Regional Diversity, RD) – 30 marks
- Women Diversity (WD) – 30 marks
- Economically and Socially Challenged Students (ESCS) – 20 marks
- Facilities for Physically Challenged Students (PCS) – 20 marks
- Peer Perception (Employers & Academic) – 100 marks
For detailed parameter descriptions, visit nirfindia.org.
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Top 50 Universities in NIRF Rankings 2025
| Name | Rank | Score |
| Indian Institute of Science | 1 | 85.05 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University | 2 | 71 |
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal | 3 | 69.25 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | 4 | 69.1 |
| University of Delhi | 5 | 67.38 |
| Banaras Hindu University | 6 | 67.28 |
| Birla Institute of Technology & Science -Pilani | 7 | 67.24 |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | 8 | 67.05 |
| Jadavpur University | 9 | 65.42 |
| Aligarh Muslim University | 10 | 65.35 |
| S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology | 11 | 65.26 |
| Homi Bhabha National Institute | 12 | 65.08 |
| Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | 13 | 65.04 |
| Vellore Institute of Technology | 14 | 64.64 |
| Siksha O Anusandhan | 15 | 63.14 |
| Indian Agricultural Research Institute | 16 | 62.89 |
| Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology | 17 | 62.87 |
| University of Hyderabad | 18 | 61.83 |
| Chandigarh University | 19 | 61.27 |
| Anna University | 20 | 61.22 |
| JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research | 21 | 60 |
| Amity University | 22 | 59.68 |
| Andhra University, Visakhapatnam | 23 | 59.2 |
| Symbiosis International | 24 | 59.16 |
| Kerala University | 25 | 59.05 |
| Koneru Lakshmaiah Education Foundation University (K L College of Engineering) | 26 | 58.87 |
| Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be-university) | 26 | 58.87 |
| Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education | 28 | 58.37 |
| Shanmugha Arts Science Technology & Research Academy | 29 | 58.06 |
| Osmania University | 30 | 57.94 |
| Lovely Professional University | 31 | 57.77 |
| Cochin University of Science and Technology | 32 | 57.55 |
| Gauhati University | 33 | 57.37 |
| University of Kashmir | 34 | 57.13 |
| Panjab University | 35 | 56.88 |
| Bharathidasan University | 36 | 55.85 |
| Babasheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University | 37 | 55.55 |
| University of Madras | 38 | 55.23 |
| Calcutta University | 39 | 55.17 |
| Institute of Chemical Technology | 40 | 55.13 |
| Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | 41 | 54.9 |
| Delhi Technological University | 42 | 54.88 |
| Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam | 43 | 54.61 |
| Alagappa University | 44 | 54.45 |
| UPES | 45 | 54.44 |
| Bharathiar University | 46 | 54.42 |
| Jamia Hamdard | 47 | 54.1 |
| Graphic Era University | 48 | 53.92 |
| Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research | 49 | 53.91 |
| King George`s Medical University | 50 | 53.13 |
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Top Scholarships for University Students
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| Government Scholarships | |
| Scholarship Name | Benefits |
| National Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies | ₹15,000 monthly stipend for up to 10 months per academic year. |
| NSP Central Sector Scholarship of Top Class Education for SC Students | ₹86,000 in the first year, then ₹41,000 annually. |
| PM YASASVI Central Sector Scheme of Top Class Education in Schools for OBC, EBC and DNT Students | Full tuition, ₹3,000 monthly for living expenses, ₹5,000 annually for books, and a one-time ₹45,000 computer grant. |
| National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students (NFST) | ₹25,000 monthly, ₹10,000 annual contingency grant, HRA, and ₹2,000 monthly for differently-abled students. |
| National Means-cum-Merit Scholarship Scheme | ₹12,000 annually (₹1,000 per month). |
| Private Scholarships | |
| Scholarship Name | Benefits |
| IDFC FIRST Bank Education Loan Programme | Collateral-free education loans from ₹1 Lakh to ₹40 Lakh, with interest rates starting at 9% p.a. and more |
| Reliance Foundation Scholarships |
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| Infosys Foundation STEM Stars Scholarship | Up to ₹1,00,000 per year for up to four years, covering actual expenses. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which university has topped the NIRF University Rankings 2025?
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore has once again secured the top spot in the NIRF University Rankings 2025, making it the 10th consecutive year of its dominance. With a score of 85.05, IISc continues to lead due to its exceptional research output, strong academic environment, and consistent focus on innovation and sustainability in higher education.
What are the major changes in NIRF 2025 compared to previous years?
The NIRF 2025 rankings introduced some important updates. For the first time, negative marking was applied for retracted research papers to ensure academic integrity. This year also saw the highest-ever participation of universities, showing increased competitiveness and aspirations across India. Notably, institutions like the Manipal Academy of Higher Education and the University of Delhi recorded major improvements in their ranks, signaling strong efforts in teaching, inclusivity, and research excellence.
Which private universities performed strongly in NIRF 2025?
Private universities showed remarkable progress in the NIRF 2025 rankings. The Manipal Academy of Higher Education jumped to the 3rd position from 6th in 2023, reflecting its consistent improvement in outreach and perception. BITS Pilani also climbed to 7th place, while Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham retained its strong presence at 8th rank. These performances highlight the increasing role of private universities in shaping India’s higher education sector and competing closely with established public institutions.
Which universities have seen a decline in their rankings this year?
Some reputed universities witnessed a decline in their positions in the NIRF 2025 rankings. Jadavpur University slipped from 4th place in 2023 to 9th in 2025, indicating challenges in keeping pace with rising competition. Aligarh Muslim University also dropped to 10th position from 7th in 2024. Similarly, Banaras Hindu University saw a marginal fall from 5th to 6th, even though its score improved slightly. These shifts reflect the intense competition and the need for continuous improvements to maintain top ranks.
What are the evaluation parameters used in NIRF 2025?
The NIRF 2025 rankings are based on five key parameters that together reflect the overall performance of universities. Teaching, Learning, and Resources (30%) and Research and Professional Practice (30%) hold the highest weightages, emphasizing both quality of education and research strength. Graduation Outcomes contribute 20%, while Outreach and Inclusivity and Perception account for 10% each. These parameters ensure that rankings are not just based on academic excellence, but also consider inclusivity, employability, and peer reputation.