The NIT Rourkela has surged ahead to secure the 189th position in the Times Higher Education Asia University Ranking for 2024 marking a significant advancement from its previous position (Year 2023) which was in the ‘Band of 301-350’ rank.
Additionally, the NIT Rourkela has secured the 15th rank among Indian universities. This year, 91 Indian universities have been featured in the rankings.
Prof K Umamaheshwar Rao, Director of NIT Rourkela, expressed his delight at the institute's latest achievement, stating, "We are immensely pleased with our progress in the Times Higher Education Asia University Ranking. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of our faculty, staff, and students in upholding the highest standards of academic excellence and research innovation. It motivates us to redouble our efforts in pursuit of our mission to empower future generations of leaders and innovators and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of knowledge and society. I am also happy to announce that the Computer Science and Engineering Department at NITR is starting a new undergraduate programme in Artificial Intelligence from this academic year (2024-25). "
Expressing his joy, Prof Krishna Dutta (Professor in Charge of Ranking and Accreditation Committee, NIT Rourkela) said, “The Times Higher Education Asia University Ranking’s holistic approach ensures the methodological and balanced comparisons available, providing valuable insights into the strengths and contributions of each institution. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to our team whose diligent efforts in gathering and organising the necessary data have resulted in this impressive ranking this year."
