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DU Drops 11 Spots to 106th Rank in QS Asia University Rankings 2027
· Source: Amar Ujala
Delhi University has slipped 11 places to rank 106th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027 despite increasing its overall score from 68.5 to 70. The university shared these details in a comparative assessment released on Wednesday, 4 November.
Decline in Overall Ranking Despite Higher Score
Delhi University (DU) dropped from the 95th position in 2026 to the 106th position in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027. Despite slipping 11 spots, DU improved its overall score from 68.5 in 2026 to 70 in 2027. The comparative assessment released on Wednesday, 4 November, indicates that an institution's rank depends not only on its own score but also on the performance of other universities, though detailed performance data for other institutions was not provided. The proportion of institutions ahead of DU was recorded at 93.9 percent in 2027 compared to 93.8 percent in 2026.
Performance Across Evaluation Indicators
The QS Asia Rankings assessed universities across 11 different indicators. DU improved its scores in nine of these indicators, with the largest gains observed in the international student ratio, papers per faculty, and international faculty ratio. However, two indicators saw minor drops.
| Indicator | 2026 Score | 2027 Score |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 68.5 | 70 |
| International Student Ratio | 9.2 | 16.8 |
| International Faculty Ratio | 3.4 | 9.2 |
| Papers per Faculty | 87.7 | 95 |
| Citations per Paper | 19.5 | 24.6 |
| Staff with PhD | 94.7 | 99.4 |
| Employer Reputation | 86.1 | 88.6 |
| Faculty-Student Ratio | 15.1 | 16.3 |
| Academic Reputation | 91.1 | 90.8 |
| International Research Network | 99.4 | 99.3 |
Individual Rank Movements
Along with score changes, DU witnessed significant shifts in individual indicator ranks. The university gained spots in research output and faculty qualifications, while falling in reputation and network metrics.
- Staff with PhD: Improved by 54 positions to secure the 118th rank.
- Papers per Faculty: Climbed 17 spots to reach the 101st rank.
- Employer Reputation: Gained 3 places to stand at the 96th rank.
- International Research Network: Fell by 7 positions to the 27th rank.
- Academic Reputation: Dropped by 4 places to finish at the 61st rank.
Areas Needing Improvement
The comparative assessment highlighted areas requiring further work, such as citations per paper, faculty-student ratio, and international mobility of students and faculty. Certain indicators related to international diversity and participation of students and teachers remain beyond the 501st rank band. While the volume of research papers and faculty qualifications are strong points, research impact and global engagement remain key challenges.
Questions
What is Delhi University's rank in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027?
Delhi University is ranked 106th in the QS Asia University Rankings 2027, down 11 places from the 95th rank in 2026.
Did DU's overall score increase or decrease in the 2027 rankings?
DU's overall score increased from 68.5 in 2026 to 70 in 2027.
In which parameters did Delhi University's scores decline?
The scores declined in Academic Reputation (from 91.1 to 90.8) and International Research Network (from 99.4 to 99.3).
In which indicator did DU achieve the biggest rank jump?
DU saw its biggest rank improvement in the Staff with PhD indicator, jumping 54 positions to rank 118th.
Written in English by Disha Stars from the Amar Ujala report (read the original in Hindi). Check dates and links on the official website before you act.
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