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Panjab University Climbs QS Rankings to Enter Global Top 950 in 2026

Panjab University has risen to the 901-950 bracket in the QS World University Rankings 2026, advancing significantly from its previous position. The university excelled in research impact, employment outcomes, sustainability, and overall research productivity, reflecting steady growth and a commitment to global academic excellence. Vice-Chancellor Renu Vig emphasized plans to enhance international collaborations and sustainability efforts, aiming to make PU a preferred destination for global students.

Panjab University Climbs QS Rankings to Enter Global Top 950 in 2026

Panjab University Achieves Highest QS Ranking in Four Years

Panjab University (PU) has made a remarkable leap in the prestigious QS World University Rankings 2026, advancing to the 901-950 band globally from its previous band of 1001-1200. This improvement marks a jump of approximately 100 positions and signals the university’s steady progress over the past four years, where it moved from the 1201-1400 bracket in 2023 to within the top 950 universities worldwide.

Global Recognition Reflects Academic and Research Strengths

The QS World University Rankings 2026 evaluated 8,467 institutions across 106 countries and ranked 1,501 universities globally. Panjab University’s consistent rise underscores its dedication to academic rigor, research output, and overall institutional performance.

Key Performance Highlights:

  • Research Impact: PU recorded a normalized citation score of 109.7 per faculty member, more than double the global median of 52.0, exemplifying the university’s influence and the quality of its research.
  • Employment Outcomes: Ranked 10th nationally for graduate employability, PU has showcased substantial gains in preparing students for the workforce, comfortably outperforming the global median.
  • Sustainability Efforts: The university’s integration of sustainability into its curriculum promises continued growth in this vital area.
  • Research Productivity: Between 2019 and 2023, PU published 9,467 research papers garnering 100,932 normalized citations, reinforcing its status as a prolific research institution.

Voices from the University Leadership

Panjab University’s Vice-Chancellor, Renu Vig, expressed pride in the university’s steady ascent. She attributed the success to the dedicated efforts of faculty, researchers, students, and staff. "Breaking into the top 900-950 globally is a milestone that reflects our collective commitment to academic excellence," she said.

Highlighting the strong performance in research citations and sustainability, she emphasized these as indicators of meaningful impact and student success. Looking forward, Vice-Chancellor Vig outlined the university’s priorities:

  • Strengthen international collaborations and research networks.
  • Position PU as a top choice for foreign students.
  • Expand sustainability initiatives across academic and operational domains.

Looking Ahead: Embracing Global Opportunities

With a clearly defined roadmap, Panjab University aims to build on its upward momentum, leveraging its robust research foundation and growing international presence to carve a niche among the world’s elite institutions.

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