
Mangaluru, Sep 30, 2026: Nitte (Deemed to be University) has improved its position in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, moving to the 1001–1200 band, from the 1201–1500 band in 2026.
The improvement reflects the university’s continued efforts to strengthen its performance across the five broad areas assessed by THE — teaching, research, research quality, industry engagement and international outlook.
The university said the improved ranking band reflects its focus on academic excellence, impactful research, innovation, international engagement and social responsibility.
The achievement also highlights the collective efforts of the university’s faculty, staff, students and alumni, along with its academic, industry and community partners, the university said.
Nitte University said it remains committed to nurturing talent, advancing knowledge, promoting innovation and addressing societal needs through quality education and impactful research.
The university leadership expressed gratitude to all members of the Nitte community and its partners for their continued contribution to its academic and research growth.
The improvement in the THE World University Rankings 2027 marks another milestone in Nitte University’s efforts to strengthen its global academic and research profile. The university said it would continue to focus on its academic, research, industry and international engagement initiatives in the years ahead.