As India’s representation in the global higher education landscape continues to grow, Chandigarh University once again emerged as a marker of sustainable institutional development by securing the #1 position among India’s private universities under the QS Asia Rankings 2026.
Along with the 3-year streak at the top, Chandigarh University has also exhibited consistent growth in overall Asia rankings by securing #109 rank in Asia. Chandigarh University’s consistent top placement among private universities aligns with broader national trends of strengthening higher education quality and global competitiveness.
Consistent Rise in Asia Rankings
From being the youngest Asian university to breaking into QS Asia Rankings to retaining #1 position among private universities in India, CU's journey in the QS Asia rankings through the years reflects marked and significant upward movement in ratings:
2026: #109 in Asia; #1 among all private universities in India
2025: #120 in Asia; #1 among all private universities in India
2024: #149 in Asia; #1 in India for private universities
2023: #185 in Asia; #2 among all private universities in India
2022: Debut in Asian University rankings, ranking in the #271-280 range and among the top 7 private universities in India.
A Rapidly Emerging University in Asian Higher Education Landscape
Chandigarh University, since its inclusion in the QS Asia University Rankings in 2022, has moved up over 160 places in a relatively short period of time indicating significant development of the institution particularly around academic reputation, employer perception, faculty-staff ratio and research output.
This movement, in a region characterized by strong competition, is seen as an ability to meet international standards and to make investments in learning, research and innovation to improve.
Greater Context of India’s Higher Education Sector
Over the years, higher educational institutions in India have showcased a positive growth trajectory in representation on regional and global levels. While this highlights the country’s focus on investments in internationalization and excellence in higher education, it also indicates Chandigarh University’s sustained growth over the years, which reflects the evolving contribution of private institutions to India’s higher educational landscape, particularly in research, innovation and employability outcomes.
