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Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026: KIIT placed in 501 cohort globally, 5th Best in India
This year, KIIT has been ranked 259th in the world in the 'Academic Excellence' parameter of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Times Higher Education provides rankings based on five parameters. Remarkably, KIIT has performed best in India in 'Industry Integration', 'International Outlook' and 'Social Commitment (SDGs)' parameters.
According to the Times Higher Education evaluation, KIIT's performance in THE World University Rankings 2026 reflects a decade of transformation—from local excellence to global recognition. The institution has demonstrated that a socially inclusive university from Odisha can compete with the world's finest through innovation, compassion, and quality education.
Expressing happiness over this achievement, Dr. Achyuta Samanta , Founder, KIIT, KISS & KIMS, (https://achyutasamanta.com/) said, "Every state aspires to have a university ranked among the top 500 globally. I am happy that KIIT, only 28 years since its inception and 22 years as a Deemed to be University, has been placed among the world's top premier universities in the 501 cohort. This accomplishment is a source of pride for Odisha specifically, and for
India as a whole."
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