Manipal, 22nd of August, 2025 : Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be-University, has advanced in its global academic standing through the prestigious 2025 Shanghai Ranking Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), improving to the 801–900 band and reflecting steady progress. MAHE has positioned itself competitively among the top 1,000 global universities evaluated from over 2,500 institutions worldwide. The achievement is particularly significant as only 15 Indian universities are ranked in ARWU 2025, making MAHE one of the select few Indian institutions to earn this prestigious recognition based on objective research data from Web of Science (2020–2024) with no self-reported institutional data.
Commenting on this achievement, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, VSM (Retd), Vice Chancellor, MAHE said: “This advancement in the Shanghai Ranking reflects our commitment to research excellence and the quality of our academic output. Being among only 15 Indian universities recognized in ARWU validates our research-driven approach and positions MAHE as a leading institution in global academic circles.”
Key Highlights (2025 ARWU)
Rank Band: 801–900 (up from 901–1000 in 2024)
Strongest Parameters:
- PUB (Publications indexed in Science Citation Index-Expanded™ & Social Science Citation Index™): 32.6
- PCP (Per capita academic performance): 13.7
MAHE’s advancement from the 901–1000 band in 2024 to the 801–900 band in 2025 serves as a testimony to MAHE’s commitment to excellence and demonstrates improved international recognition and research output.
About Manipal Academy of Higher Education:
The Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) is an Institution of Eminence Deemed-to-be University. MAHE offers over 400 specializations across the Health Sciences (HS), Management, Law, Humanities & Social Sciences (MLHS), and Technology & Science (T&S) streams through its constituent units at campuses in Manipal, Mangalore, Bangalore, Jamshedpur, and Dubai. With a remarkable academic track record, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and significant research contributions, MAHE has earned recognition and acclaim nationally and internationally. In October 2020, the Ministry of Education, Government of India, awarded MAHE the prestigious Institution of Eminence status. Currently ranked 4th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), MAHE is the preferred choice for students seeking a transformative learning experience and enriching campus life and for national & multinational corporates looking for top talent.
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