NIRF Ranking 2025: IISc Bangalore Retains Top Spot as Best Research Institute; IIT Madras, Delhi, Bombay in Top 5

The Ministry of Education has released the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 rankings, reaffirming the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, as the best research institution in India. Known for its cutting-edge contributions in science, technology, and innovation, IISc has consistently dominated the Research Institutions category since its introduction.
In the 2025 rankings, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, and IIT Bombay joined IISc in the top five research institutions, further underlining the dominance of premier science and engineering institutions in shaping India’s research ecosystem.
Key Highlights of NIRF 2025 Research Rankings
IISc Bangalore: Secures No.1 position yet again, with strong global collaborations, high-impact publications, and advanced research facilities.
IIT Madras: Maintains its presence among the top, recognized for interdisciplinary research, industry tie-ups, and innovation-driven projects.
IIT Delhi & IIT Bombay: Both continue to rank among the top five for their contributions to applied research, patents, and technology transfer.
Other Institutes in Top 10: Several IITs and central universities, along with research-focused institutions, retained their strong standing.
Parameters Behind the Ranking
The NIRF evaluates research institutions based on parameters such as:
Research and Professional Practice (RP): Publications, patents, projects, and impact.
Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR): Faculty quality, infrastructure, and funding.
Outreach & Inclusivity (OI): Opportunities for diverse groups.
Perception (PR): Reputation among peers and industry.
Why It Matters
The Research Institutions category, introduced in 2021, is aimed at highlighting India’s top contributors to scientific and technological advancement. IISc’s consistent leadership, along with IITs’ performance, reflects the country’s growing emphasis on R&D, innovation, and global academic recognition.
The 2025 rankings reaffirm that India’s premier science and technology institutes are central to shaping its future as a knowledge economy.
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