The Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode (IIM-K) has achieved a major milestone by entering the Top 100 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for the first time. This reflects the growing global recognition of Indian management education.
About QS World University Rankings
The QS World University Rankings are published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds, a global higher education consultancy. These rankings assess universities based on parameters such as academic reputation, employer reputation, employment outcomes, and overall performance.
Methodology of QS Rankings
The QS rankings follow a structured framework to evaluate institutions across multiple dimensions:
1. Lenses (Broad Categories)
The rankings are organised into five major lenses: Research and Discovery, Employability and Outcomes, Global Engagement, Learning Experience, and Sustainability.
2. Indicators
Each lens consists of specific indicators such as Citations per Faculty and Employer Reputation, which measure targeted aspects of performance.
3. Metrics
Indicators are further divided into metrics, which involve detailed quantitative calculations to generate precise scores.
Key Highlights for India
India has recorded significant progress in the QS Rankings 2026. The country has 120 new entries, placing it fourth globally after the United States, China, and the United Kingdom. It now holds the fourth-largest number of institutions in the rankings.
Additionally, six Indian institutions feature in the global top 100 for Computer Science, all showing improvement compared to the previous year.
Top Performing Indian Institutions
The Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad have achieved the highest global rank (21) among Indian institutions.
IIT-ISM Dhanbad has retained its leadership in mineral and mining engineering, while IIM Ahmedabad has entered the top 25 globally in business, management studies, and marketing.
Conclusion
The QS World University Rankings 2026 highlight the increasing global competitiveness of Indian universities. Sustained improvements in research quality, employability, and international engagement will be essential for further progress.
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