Top 10 universities in India and world
Let's look at the top 10 universities worldwide and India and learn how to select the right university for yourself
Choosing the right university is a pivotal decision in one's academic journey, as it can profoundly shape your future. With a multitude of options available, it's essential to have a reliable guide to help you make an informed choice. University rankings serve as a valuable tool in this process, offering insights into the quality of education, research, and opportunities a university can provide. In this blog, we will explore the top 10 universities in the world and India, providing you with essential information to aid your decision-making.
Additionally, we will offer tips on effectively using these rankings and discuss why they significantly shape your educational path.
Let’s look at the top 10 universities in India first.
Top 10 universities in India according to THE
Here is a table showcasing the top 10 universities in India, with data sourced from THE or Times Higher Education:
Rank and University | Number of Students | International Students Percentage |
---|---|---|
#1 Indian Institute of Science (IISc) | 4,495 | 1% |
#2 Anna University | 12,824 | 1% |
#3 Jamia Millia Islamia | 10,325 | 4% |
#4 Mahatma Gandhi University | 2,045 | 2% |
#5 Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences | 3,251 | 1% |
#6 Alagappa University | 5,020 | 0% |
#7 Aligarh Muslim University | 20,428 | 1% |
#8 Banaras Hindu University | 12,620 | 3% |
#9 Bharathiar University | 3,887 | 0% |
#10 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati | 8,157 | 1% |
Top 10 universities in the world according to THE
Now, it’s time to look at the top 10 universities in the world, with data sourced from THE:
Rank and University | Number of Students | International Students Percentage |
---|---|---|
#1 University of Oxford | 21,750 | 4.2% |
#2 Stanford University | 14,517 | 23% |
#3 Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 11,085 | 33% |
#4 Harvard University | 20,050 | 25% |
#5 University of Cambridge | 20,565 | 38% |
#6 Princeton University | 7,753 | 23% |
#7 California Institute of Technology | 2,240 | 33% |
#8 Imperial College London | 20,275 | 61% |
#9 University of California, Berkeley | 39,991 | 22% |
#10 Yale University | 11,924 | 21% |
Ranking methodology THE has followed
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings for 2024 encompass 1,904 universities spanning 108 countries and regions.
The top 10 universities in the world and India are arrived at by using THE’s innovative WUR 3.0 methodology, which incorporates 18 meticulously calibrated performance indicators designed to assess an institution's competence across five key domains:
- Teaching,
- Research environment,
- Research quality,
- Industry engagement, and
- International outlook.
Last Updated :
April 18, 24 12:37:08 PM IST