The Ministry of Education has officially released the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 on 4 September 2025. The list has included India’s top-performing colleges. This year, 2025, has marked the 10th edition of the NIRF rankings, which continue to serve as a trusted benchmark for evaluating higher education institutions across the country.
The NIRF rankings are based on five key parameters: Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR), Research and Professional Practice (RPC), Graduation Outcomes (GO), Outreach and Inclusivity (OI), and Perception. A new addition in 2025 is the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) category, which recognizes colleges contributing to socially responsible and globally aligned education.
Top 10 Colleges in India — NIRF Ranking 2025
Hindu College, Delhi
Miranda House, Delhi
Hans Raj College, Delhi
Kirori Mal College, Delhi
St. Stephen’s College, Delhi
Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Kolkata
Atma Ram Sanatan Dharm College, New Delhi
St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata
PSGR Krishnammal College for Women, Coimbatore
PSG College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
These colleges have consistently demonstrated excellence in academics, infrastructure, research, and student outcomes. Notably, Delhi University continues to dominate the top slots, with five of its affiliated colleges securing places in the top five. However, institutions from West Bengal and Tamil Nadu have also made significant highlights and have secured a place in the list.
What Makes NIRF Rankings Important?
The NIRF rankings help students and parents make informed decisions about higher education by offering a transparent and data-driven evaluation of institutions. Colleges are assessed not just on academic performance but also on inclusivity, innovation, and societal impact. This helps the candidates to decide where they should continue their higher education for a secure career.
The inclusion of the SDG category this year highlights a shift toward recognizing institutions that promote sustainability, equity, and global awareness in their curriculum and campus practices.
How Are Colleges Ranked in NIRF?
Each college is scored out of 100 across the five main parameters. These scores are then aggregated to determine the final rank. The rankings are compiled by a core committee set up by the Ministry of Education.
For the complete NIRF 2025 list and detailed scores, visit the official NIRF 2025 rankings portal now.
