Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, June 19: Chandigarh University (CU) has once again made impressive strides in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2026 by climbing 125 places to secure an overall 575th rank in the world, joining the list of top 2 per cent of universities across the globe.
In the overall India rankings in the latest rankings by QS World University Rankings 2026, Chandigarh University has secured 16th Rank among all public and private institutes in the country as compared to 18th rank last year.
Among all private universities in India, Chandigarh University ranked 2nd in the QS World University Rankings 2026, moving from 3rd position previous year.
Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chancellor of Chandigarh University, Satnam Singh Sandhu, celebrated the achievement with students, faculty and staff members at the campus.
He expressed delight and immense pride on Chandigarh University’s standing in the latest edition of QS World University Rankings 2026.
“Chandigarh University has demonstrated outstanding performance across multiple criteria, including employer reputation, academic reputation and international research network to secure the 575th rank and join the list of top 2 per cent universities globally. This continued recognition in the QS World Rankings reflects the dedication and excellence of our faculty, staff and students towards academic rigor, innovative research and global impact,” he said.
As many as 54 Indian universities have featured in the QS World University Rankings 2026, the all India rank of 16 among all public and private institutes marks a significant achievement for Chandigarh University. This reflects its academic excellence, student success and innovation.
In India, Chandigarh University got 7th rank in Employer Reputation indicator which considers the important component of employability and the institution’s reputation amongst employers.
It has been ranked 12th in India in International Research Network (IRN) a jump of 14 rank in comparison to last year’s rank of 26th.
International Research Network (IRN) is a measure of an institution’s success in creating and sustaining research partnerships with institutions in other locations.
Chandigarh University got ranked 13th in India in Academic Reputation in comparison to 14th in India last year.
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