Summary
The NIRF, introduced by the Ministry of Education in India, plays a crucial role in evaluating the quality and performance of higher education institutions nationwide
The NIRF Ranking 2024 can be viewed on nirfindia.org, once the official release announcement is issued by the Ministry of Education, Government of India
As we approach the release of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024 rankings, the academic community is eagerly anticipating the results. The NIRF, introduced by the Ministry of Education in India, plays a crucial role in evaluating the quality and performance of higher education institutions nationwide.
Categories in NIRF Rankings
The NIRF rankings cover a wide range of categories to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of institutions. These categories include:
1. Overall
2. Universities
3. Engineering
4. Management
5. Pharmacy
6. Colleges
7. Medical
8. Law
9. Dental
10. Architecture & Planning
11. Agriculture & Allied Sectors
12. Research Institutions
13. Innovation
Each category assesses institutions based on various parameters, including but not limited to Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practices (RP), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), and Perception.
Top Institutions from NIRF 2023 Rankings
While we await the 2024 rankings, it's informative to review the top performers from the 2023 NIRF rankings. Here are the leading institutions in each major category:
• Overall: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
• Universities: Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru
• Engineering: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras
• Management: Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad
• Pharmacy: National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Hyderabad
• Medical: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) New Delhi
• Law: National Law School of India University (NLSIU) Bengaluru
• Architecture & Planning: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee
• Dental: Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, Chennai
• Research Institutions: Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru
• Agriculture & Allied Sectors: Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
• Innovation: Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur
These institutions have consistently demonstrated excellence across various parameters, setting benchmarks for others to aspire to.
Addition of two new categories
The NIRF rankings have expanded to include two new categories since 2023: Agriculture & Allied Sectors and Innovation. The introduction of the Agriculture & Allied Sectors category recognises the importance of agricultural education and research in a country where agriculture is a major sector of the economy. Meanwhile, the Innovation category showcases the increasing emphasis on fostering innovation and entrepreneurial spirit within educational institutions. These additions reflect a more inclusive approach to evaluating and celebrating diverse educational achievements in India.
How to check NIRF 2024 Rankings
As the release date approaches, educational institutions across the country are hopeful for recognition and validation of their efforts. The NIRF rankings not only provide a credible yardstick for assessing institutional quality but also help students and parents make informed decisions about higher education.
The NIRF Ranking 2024 can be viewed on nirfindia.org, once the official release announcement is issued by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
Last updated on 27 Jun 2024
