QS Asia University Rankings 2026

The University of Hong Kong rises to first place, overtaking Peking University (2nd). Nanyang Technological University climbs to joint third alongside the National University of Singapore. This year's edition evaluates 1,500+ institutions across 25 higher-education systems, including 550+ new entrants—the ranking's most extensive assessment to date. TheUniversity of Hong Kong rises to first place, overtakingPeking University(2nd). Nanyang Technological University climbs to joint...

Kazakhstan, 04/11/2025 (informazione.news - comunicati stampa - istruzione e formazione)

The University of Hong Kong rises to first place, overtaking Peking University (2nd). Nanyang Technological University climbs to joint third alongside the National University of Singapore. This year's edition evaluates 1,500+ institutions across 25 higher-education systems, including 550+ new entrants—the ranking's most extensive assessment to date.

Seventy-three universities from Central Asiafeature–13 climb the table, three remain stable, 47 drop and ten debut. Central Asia and the Eurasian region's emergent higher education system and its rankings performances will be explored in detail at the inaugural QS Eurasia Forum 2025 at the Central Asian University in Tashkent on 25-26 November.

Central Asia Overview

QS Senior Vice President Ben Sowter said: "Central Asia is gaining prominence in global education, with Kazakhstan emerging as a regional hub attracting international students and researchers. The QS Asia Rankings 2026 reveal heightened competition, strong performance from Central Asian institutions, and the need for greater research support and international collaboration to boost impact and innovation."