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The QS Sustainability Rankings 2026 revealed that no Indian institution made it to the global top 200, with IIT Delhi ranking 205 and other major IITs slipping. The rankings assess universities on environmental impact, social impact, and governance metrics.
Description:
QS Sustainability Rankings assess universities on their environmental, social, and governance impact. In the 2026 edition, India’s presence increased, but no Indian institute entered the global Top 200, reflecting gaps in climate action and institutional sustainability performance.
India’s Performance: 0 Indian institutions in Top 200. 103 Indian universities included in the rankings.
Top Indian Institutions:
- IIT Delhi → Rank 205 (down from 171).
- IIT Bombay → 236.
- IIT Kharagpur → 236 (down from 202).
What the Ranking Measures: Environmental impact, Social impact, Governance, Sustainability-focused education & research
Why India Ranked Low:
- Weak climate action indicators
- Low institutional sustainability practices
- Poor governance and transparency scores
- Limited social impact performance
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