The big day is finally here! The Ministry of Education unveiled the much-awaited NIRF Rankings 2024. This year marks the ninth edition of this prestigious list, which helps students navigate the vast landscape of Indian higher education.
Think of it like a giant report card showing the best colleges and universities across the country. It’s a valuable tool for students to make informed decisions about their future studies.
The NIRF ranking has been issued online in the presence of Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, UGC Chief Jagadesh Kumar and other dignitaries. Institutions are ranked as per various categories and parameters set by NIRF.
The total categories for training have been increased from 13 to 16. New categories like Open Universities, State Universities and Skill Universities have been introduced for the 2024 rankings. Sustainable category to be introduced for 2025 rankings.
Here’s a quick glimpse into who emerged as the top contenders:
Engineering Elite:
The coveted title for the best engineering college goes to IIT Madras once again! They continue to set the bar high,showcasing their commitment to excellence in engineering education. Don’t be surprised to see other IITs like Delhi,Bombay, Kanpur, and Kharagpur hot on their heels – they consistently rank among the nation’s best.
But hold on! The spotlight doesn’t just shine on the IITs. NITs (National Institutes of Technology) are making incredible strides with impressive improvements. Additionally, some private engineering colleges are also grabbing attention and making a name for themselves.
University Powerhouses:
This year’s university rankings bring some exciting surprises! The top spot goes to the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru. Their cutting-edge research and world-class academics have earned them a well-deserved first place.Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi and Jamia Millia Islamia follow closely behind, demonstrating their strong academic reputation.
Overall Champions:
Want to know the absolute crème de la crème of higher education in India? The top 10 overall institutes boast a power-packed combination of academic excellence. Once again, IIT Madras leads the pack, followed by the brilliance of IISc Bengaluru and other top IITs. Adding to the mix is AIIMS, New Delhi, signifying the high caliber of medical education offered in India.
Important Note: Remember, the NIRF rankings are just one factor to consider when choosing a college. Your interests,desired location, and financial situation also play a crucial role. However, the NIRF rankings provide a valuable starting point, highlighting the top institutions that are shaping India’s future generation of leaders and innovators.
NIRF Ranking 2024:
Top Institutes in Engineering
- IIT Madras
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Kanpur
- IIT Kharagpur
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT Guwahati
- IIT Hyderabad
- NIT Tiruchirappalli
- IIT-BHU Varanasi
Universities Rankings
- IISc, Bengaluru
- JNU, New Delhi
- JMI, New Delhi
- Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal
- BHU, Varanasi
- Delhi University
- Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore
- AMU, Aligarh
- Jadavpur University, Kolkata
- VIT, Vellore
Top 10 Overall Institutes
- IIT Madras
- IISc Bengaluru
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Kanpur
- IIT Kharagpur
- AIIMS, New Delhi
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT Guwahati
- JNU, New Delhi
Management
- IIM Ahmedabad
- IIM Bangalore
- IIM Kozhikode
- IIT Delhi
- IIM Calcutta
- IIM Mumbai
- IIM Lucknow
- IIM Indore
- XLRI, JAMSHEDPUR
- IIT Bombay
Top 5 Medical Colleges
AIIMS Delhi leads in the medical category.
- AIIMS, New Delhi
- PGIMER, Chandigarh
- Christian Medical College, Vellore
- NIMHNS, Bengaluru
- JIPGMER, Puducherry
Colleges
Delhi University’s Hindu College ranked as the best college in the country followed by Miranda House College and St. Stephen’s College.
- Hindu College, Delhi
- Miranda House, Delhi
- St. Stephens’s College, Delhi
- Rama Krishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Kolkata
- Atma Ram Sanatan Dharm College, Delhi
- St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
- PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore
- Loyola College, Chennai
- Kirori Mal College, Delhi
- Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Delhi
State Universities Ranking
- Anna University, Chennai
- Jadavpur University, Kolkata
- Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
- Calcutta University, Kolkata
- Panjab University, Chandigarh
- Osmania University, Hyderabad
- Andhra University, Visakhapatnam
- Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
- Kerala University, Thiruvananthapuram
- CUSAT, Cochin
Law Institutes
- National Law School of India University, Bengaluru
- National Law University, Delhi
- Nalsar University of Law, Hyderabad
- The West Bengal National University of Juridical Science, Kolkata
- Symbiosis Law School, Pune
Architecture and Planning
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT Kharagpur
- NIT Calicut
- IIEST, Shibpur
- School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi
Open universities
- IGNOU
- Netaji Subhash Open University, Kolkata
- Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Open University, Ahmedabad
Innovation category
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Madras
- IIT Hyderabad
- IISc, Bengaluru
- IIT Kanpur
- IIT Roorkee
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Mandi
- IIT Kharagpur
- Anna University
Agriculture and allied sectors
- Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
- ICAR- National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal
- Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana
- BHU, Varanasi
- Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar
Top 5 research institutes
- IISc, Bengaluru
- IIT Madras
- IIT Delhi
- IIT Bombay
- IIT Kharagpur
Top 5 dental colleges
- Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science, Chennai
- Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal
- Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Science, New Delhi
- King George’s Medical University, Lucknow
- Dr. D.Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune
NIRF: A Yardstick for Indian Higher Education
NIRF stands for National Institutional Ranking Framework. It’s basically a system the Indian government uses to rank colleges and universities across the country. Think of it like a report card for educational institutions.
How does it work? NIRF looks at several things to decide how good a college is, like:
- Teaching and learning resources: How good are the teachers? Do they have good classrooms and libraries?
- Research and publications: How much research is happening there? Are they publishing papers in good journals?
- Graduation outcomes: How many students get jobs after graduating? How good are the jobs?
- Outreach and inclusivity: How well does the college reach out to different kinds of students?
- Perception: What do people think about the college?
So, if a college scores high on these things, it gets a good NIRF ranking. This helps students and parents choose the right college.
The NIRF rankings offer a snapshot of India’s top educational institutions. While they provide valuable insights, it’s crucial to remember that every student’s journey is unique. Consider your passions, career goals, and personal preferences when making your college choice. Ultimately, the best college is the one that aligns with your individual aspirations.
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NIRF Ranking 2024 Overall
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Chennai | 86.42 | 1 |
| Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru | Bengaluru | 83.28 | 2 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | Mumbai | 81.37 | 3 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | New Delhi | 80.31 | 4 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur | Kanpur | 77.56 | 5 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | Kharagpur | 74.77 | 6 |
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi | New Delhi | 74.27 | 7 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | Roorkee | 71.52 | 8 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati | Guwahati | 69.04 | 9 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University | New Delhi | 68.53 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024 Universities
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru | Bengaluru | 83.29 | 1 |
| Jawaharlal Nehru University | New Delhi | 69.80 | 2 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | New Delhi | 68.11 | 3 |
| Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal | Manipal | 67.18 | 4 |
| Banaras Hindu University | Varanasi | 66.05 | 5 |
| University of Delhi | Delhi | 65.90 | 6 |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Coimbatore | 65.73 | 7 |
| Aligarh Muslim University | Aligarh | 65.57 | 8 |
| Jadavpur University | Kolkata | 65.39 | 9 |
| Vellore Institute of Technology | Vellore | 64.79 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024 – Engineering
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Indian Institute of Technology Madras | Chennai | 89.46 | 1 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | New Delhi | 86.66 | 2 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | Mumbai | 83.09 | 3 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur | Kanpur | 82.79 | 4 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | Kharagpur | 76.88 | 5 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee | Roorkee | 76.00 | 6 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati | Guwahati | 71.86 | 7 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad | Hyderabad | 71.55 | 8 |
| National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli | Tiruchirappalli | 66.88 | 9 |
| Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University) Varanasi | Varanasi | 66.69 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024 Management
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad | Ahmedabad | 83.32 | 1 |
| Indian Institute of Management Bangalore | Bengaluru | 81.16 | 2 |
| Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode | Kozhikode | 77.90 | 3 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Delhi | New Delhi | 76.25 | 4 |
| Indian Institute of Management Calcutta | Kolkata | 75.07 | 5 |
| Indian Institute of Management Mumbai | Mumbai | 74.73 | 6 |
| Indian Institute of Management Lucknow | Lucknow | 74.43 | 7 |
| Indian Institute of Management Indore | Indore | 73.53 | 8 |
| XLRI – Xavier School of Management | Jamshedpur | 68.13 | 9 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Bombay | Mumbai | 67.16 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024: Medical Colleges
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| All India Institute of Medical Sciences Delhi | New Delhi | 94.46 | 1 |
| Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research | Chandigarh | 80.83 | 2 |
| Christian Medical College | Vellore | 75.11 | 3 |
| National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bangalore | Bengaluru | 71.92 | 4 |
| Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education and Research | Puducherry | 70.74 | 5 |
| Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences | Lucknow | 70.07 | 6 |
| Banaras Hindu University | Varanasi | 69.54 | 7 |
| Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham | Coimbatore | 68.81 | 8 |
| Kasturba Medical College, Manipal | Manipal | 67.42 | 9 |
| Madras Medical College and Government General Hospital, Chennai | Chennai | 64.12 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024: Colleges
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Hindu College | Delhi | 74.47 | 1 |
| Miranda House | Delhi | 73.22 | 2 |
| St. Stephens’s College | Delhi | 72.97 | 3 |
| Rama Krishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College | Kolkata | 72.97 | 3 |
| Atma Ram Sanatan Dharm College | New Delhi | 72.59 | 5 |
| St. Xavier`s College | Kolkata | 72.15 | 6 |
| PSGR Krishnammal College for Women | Coimbatore | 72.09 | 7 |
| Loyola College | Chennai | 70.74 | 8 |
| Kirori Mal College | Delhi | 69.86 | 9 |
| Lady Shri Ram College for Women | New Delhi | 69.49 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024: Dental Colleges
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | Chennai | 81.83 | 1 |
| Manipal College of Dental Sciences, Manipal | Manipal | 76.03 | 2 |
| Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences | Delhi | 74.39 | 3 |
| King George`s Medical University | Lucknow | 72.36 | 4 |
| Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth | Pune | 72.25 | 5 |
| A.B.Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences | Mangaluru | 70.14 | 6 |
| SRM Dental College | Chennai | 69.18 | 7 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | New Delhi | 64.38 | 8 |
| Siksha `O` Anusandhan | Bhubaneswar | 63.26 | 9 |
| Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research | Chennai | 62.40 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024: Pharmacy Colleges
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| Jamia Hamdard | New Delhi | 84.01 | 1 |
| National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Hyderabad | Hyderabad | 80.29 | 2 |
| Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani | Pilani | 78.95 | 3 |
| JSS College of Pharmacy | Ooty | 77.13 | 4 |
| Institute of Chemical Technology | Mumbai | 74.69 | 5 |
| JSS College of Pharmacy | Mysore | 72.89 | 6 |
| Panjab University | Chandigarh | 72.76 | 7 |
| Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Manipal | Udupi | 72.27 | 8 |
| National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Mohali | Mohali | 70.86 | 9 |
| SVKM`s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies | Mumbai | 69.94 | 10 |
NIRF Ranking 2024: Law Colleges
| Name | City | Score | Rank |
| National Law School of India University | Bengaluru | 83.83 | 1 |
| National Law University | New Delhi | 77.48 | 2 |
| Nalsar University of Law | Hyderabad | 77.05 | 3 |
| The West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences | Kolkata | 76.39 | 4 |
| Symbiosis Law School | Pune | 74.62 | 5 |
| Jamia Millia Islamia | New Delhi | 73.12 | 6 |
| Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur | Kharagpur | 71.47 | 7 |
| Gujarat National Law University | Gandhinagar | 69.56 | 8 |
| Siksha `O` Anusandhan | Bhubaneswar | 65.40 | 9 |
| Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University | Lucknow | 64.96 | 10 |
Other sources:
- https://www.indiatvnews.com/education/higher-studies/nirf-rankings-2024-live-ministry-of-education-announce-top-engineering-medical-universities-colleges-and-others-institutes-ranking-at-nirfindia-org-946474
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