Types of Ranking

The ranking of an HEI can be at the national level or global level.

National

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework)

The NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) is approved by the Ministry of HRD as a framework that outlines a methodology to rank institutions across the country. NIRF relies on 5 parameters:
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Teaching, Learning & Resources

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Research & Professional Practices

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Graduation Outcomes

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Outreach & Inclusivity

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Perception

These parameters measure the strength and capability of institutes and universities across India for admissions, student placements, collaborating & networking, and research funding.

International

QS Ranking

QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) Ranking or QS World University Ranking is a ranking framework for institutes that want ranking for establishing themselves at the global level. The framework comprises 6 key metrics- Academic Reputation, Employer Reputation, Faculty/Student Ratio, Citations per faculty, International Faculty Ratio, and International Student Ratio. There are also other international ranking and accreditation boards that provide their certifications valuable for higher educational institutes such as TIMES Ranking UK.
The QS ranking system helps determine world university rankings. The procedures of both ŕanking systems allow your institute/university to establish a national and international level.