IIT Madras Tops NIRF 2025 Rankings for Seventh Consecutive Year and Leading in Engineering and SDG Categories.
National
In a remarkable achievement, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has secured the top position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 for the seventh consecutive year. This distinction underscores IIT Madras's unwavering commitment to excellence in education, research, and innovation.
- IIT Madras has maintained its position as the number one institution in the NIRF Overall category since 2019, reflecting its sustained performance across various parameters, including Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practices (RPC), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach & Inclusivity (OI), and Perception.
- Beyond the Overall category, IIT Madras has excelled in specialized domains. It ranked first in the Engineering category, leading institutions such as IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi. Additionally, IIT Madras topped the newly introduced Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) category, highlighting its commitment to environmental and social responsibility.
- While IIT Madras secured the second position in the Research category, it continues to be a hub for groundbreaking research. The institution's focus on high-quality publications, intellectual property creation, and global collaborations has solidified its reputation in the academic community.
Main Point :- (i) IIT Madras's emphasis on innovation is evident through its state-of-the-art facilities and support for entrepreneurial ventures. The institution's innovation ecosystem fosters creativity and practical problem-solving, contributing to its top rankings in the Innovation category.
(ii) The consistent top rankings of IIT Madras in the NIRF 2025 reinforce its status as a premier institution in India. Looking ahead, IIT Madras aims to further enhance its global presence by focusing on interdisciplinary research, international partnerships, and sustainable development initiatives.
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