National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 has been released on September 4, 2025, showcasing the top-performing universities across India. IIT Madras retained the #1 position, marking its 7th consecutive year at the top. This ranking evaluates universities on teaching, learning, research, graduation outcomes, outreach, inclusivity, and perception.
Top 10 Universities (Overall): NIRF 2025
As per NIRF 2025 Ranking, IIT Madras topped the list. IISc Bengaluru secured second position. To get detailed information on top 10 NIRF Ranking 2025 candidates should refer to the list below:
NIRF 2025 Ranking: Highlights
- IIT Madras continues its dominance due to strong research output and industry collaboration.
- Delhi universities dominate the top 10, showcasing the city’s academic strength.
- New entries or slight rank improvements can influence student applications and funding opportunities.
NIRF 2025 Overall Rankings provide valuable insights for students, academicians, and policymakers. Students can use this ranking to identify top universities in India for various streams and career goals.
