Before getting into the NIRF 2025 rankings, let’s get you aware of the term 'Research Institution’
A research institute is a place where people learn and do experiments to discover new things in science, technology, medicine, and other subjects.
Do you know what NIRF rankings are about?
NIRF is a system initiated by the Indian government to rank colleges and universities based on their teaching quality, research output, student support, inclusivity, and public perception.
Moving ahead with the top 5 research institutions in NIRF 2025
Let’s take a quick look at the leading research institutes ranked this year.
No.1 Indian Institute of Science
India’s premier research university, IISc Bengaluru, continues to dominate the NIRF rankings with excellence in science, engineering, and innovation.
No.2 Indian Institute of Technology Madras
IIT Madras continues to maintain its stellar performance, pushing boundaries in research and developing cutting-edge technology.
No.3 Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Known for high-impact research and global collaborations, IIT Delhi stands strong in third place
No.4 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
IIT Bombay earns its spot for research excellence, innovation, and contribution to science and tech.
No.5 Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
With a rich legacy and diverse research programs, IIT Kharagpur secures the fifth position in the NIRF 2025 list.