Top 50 Research Institutions in India Based on NIRF Ranking 2023

The field of research and higher education in India has witnessed significant growth and development in recent years. To recognize and assess the performance of educational institutions across the country, the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings are released annually by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. These rankings provide valuable insights into the top research institutions in India, based on various parameters such as teaching quality, research output, faculty expertise, and infrastructure. In this article, iLovePhD will explore the top 50 research institutions in India based on the NIRF ranking for the year 2023. By delving into these rankings, we can gain a comprehensive understanding of the institutions that are leading the way in research and innovation in the country.

Discover the top 50 research institutions in India based on the NIRF Ranking 2023. Explore the best research universities that excel in academic excellence, research innovation, and societal impact. Dive into the rankings to learn about the educational ecosystem, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the universities’ contributions to research-driven solutions. Uncover the higher education landscape in India and its position as a global research hub.

Exploring the Top 50 Research Institutions in India: NIRF Ranking 2023 Revealed

Rank	Research Instituion Name	City	State	Score
1	Indian Institute of Science	Bengaluru	Karnataka	86.22
2	Indian Institute of Technology Madras	Chennai	Tamil Nadu	84.01
3	Indian Institute of Technology Delhi	New Delhi	Delhi	82.07
4	Indian Institute of Technology Bombay	Mumbai	Maharashtra	79.19
5	Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur	Kharagpur	West Bengal	71.63
6	Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur	Kanpur	Uttar Pradesh	71.33
7	Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee	Roorkee	Uttarakhand	66.52
8	Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi	New Delhi	Delhi	66.13
9	Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati	Guwahati	Assam	64.68
10	Tata Institute of Fundamental Research	Mumbai	Maharashtra	62.66
11	Vellore Institute of Technology	Vellore	Tamil Nadu	62.41
12	Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research	Ghaziabad	Uttar Pradesh	59.85
13	Anna University	Chennai	Tamil Nadu	59.65
14	Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad	Hyderabad	Telangana	59.41
15	Homi Bhabha National Institute	Mumbai	Maharashtra	58.88
16	Banaras Hindu University	Varanasi	Uttar Pradesh	58.14
17	University of Delhi	Delhi	Delhi	57.45
18	Jawaharlal Nehru University	New Delhi	Delhi	57.33
19	Jadavpur University	Kolkata	West Bengal	56.69
20	Jamia Millia Islamia,New Delhi	New Delhi	Delhi	55.86
21	Indian Institute of Technology Indore	Indore	Madhya Pradesh	53.71
22	National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli	Tiruchirappalli	Tamil Nadu	53.63
23	Aligarh Muslim University	Aligarh	Uttar Pradesh	53.58
24	Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines)	Dhanbad	Jharkhand	52.80
25	Manipal Academy of Higher Education-Manipal	Manipal	Karnataka	52.48
26	Birla Institute of Technology & Science -Pilani	Pilani	Rajasthan	52.32
27	Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Pune	Pune	Maharashtra	52.22
28	University of Hyderabad	Hyderabad	Telangana	51.85
29	National Institute of Technology Rourkela	Rourkela	Odisha	51.32
30	Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research	Bengaluru	Karnataka	51.08
31	Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar	Gandhinagar	Gujarat	50.84
32	Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham	Coimbatore	Tamil Nadu	50.83
33	Panjab University	Chandigarh	Chandigarh	50.65
34	Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be-university)	Patiala	Punjab	50.06
35	Calcutta University	Kolkata	West Bengal	49.76
36	Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences	Chennai	Tamil Nadu	49.54
37	Institute of Chemical Technology	Mumbai	Maharashtra	48.82
38	Bharathiar University	Coimbatore	Tamil Nadu	48.72
39	S.R.M. Institute of Science and Technology	Chennai	Tamil Nadu	48.58
40	Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Kolkata	Mohanpur	West Bengal	46.95
41	National Institute of Technology Karnataka, SurathkalMore Details |	Surathkal	Karnataka	46.89
42	Lovely Professional UniversityMore Details |	Phagwara	Punjab	44.87
43	Alagappa University	Karaikudi	Tamil Nadu	44.06
44	Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology	Bhubaneswar	Odisha	43.98
45	Amity University	Gautam Budh Nagar	Uttar Pradesh	43.89
46	Indian Institute of Technology Ropar	Rupnagar	Punjab	43.65
47	Malaviya National Institute of Technology	Jaipur	Rajasthan	43.37
48	National Institute of Mental Health & Neuro Sciences, Bangalore	Bangalore	Karnataka	43.35
49	Siksha `O` Anusandhan	Bhubaneswar	Odisha	43.21
50	Indian Institute of Science Education & Research, Mohali	Mohali	Punjab	43.15

The NIRF rankings for 2023 have shed light on the top 50 research institutions in India, showcasing their dedication to academic excellence and research innovation. These institutions have proven their mettle by consistently delivering high-quality education, fostering an environment conducive to research, and producing groundbreaking discoveries that contribute to the advancement of knowledge and society.

The rankings serve as a testament to the efforts of these institutions in nurturing talent, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and driving research-driven solutions to address societal challenges.

As the research landscape in India continues to evolve, it is important to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of these institutions while also encouraging a culture of research and innovation across the entire educational ecosystem.

With continued support and investment, these institutions have the potential to further elevate India’s position as a global hub for research and academic excellence.

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