Indian Institute of Science Bangalore
(IISc Bangalore)Last Updated: Apr 24, 2026
Established
1909
Campus Size
400.00 Acres
Total Students
4,500
Faculty
500
Student-Faculty
9:1
IISc Bangalore Rankings: India's Premier Research Institute
Indian Institute of Science Bangalore holds a position of prominence in national and international university rankings, reflecting its standing as India's leading research-focused institution. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), IISc Bangalore consistently achieves top positions in the Overall category, alongside strong placements in the Research and Science categories. The institute's emphasis on cutting-edge research, world-class faculty, and advanced laboratories has established it as a benchmark institution for research excellence in India.
On the global stage, IISc Bangalore features in the QS World University Rankings and THE World University Rankings, where it is recognized among Asia's leading universities. Its inclusion in these prestigious international rankings underscores the institute's reputation for academic rigor, research output, and contributions to scientific advancement. The institute's specializations in science, engineering, and interdisciplinary research have earned it international recognition and collaborations with top universities worldwide.
The rankings reflect IISc Bangalore's unwavering commitment to fostering innovation, advancing scientific knowledge, and producing research that addresses global challenges. With a faculty comprising accomplished researchers and scholars, the institute continues to maintain its trajectory as a preferred destination for aspiring researchers and scientists seeking advanced education and research opportunities in India.
IISc Bangalore Rankings 2025
IISc Bangalore is ranked by 2 major ranking bodies as of 2025. The institution is ranked #1 in Overall and #1 in Research by NIRF; #1 in Overall by QS India.
NIRF
#1
Overall · 2025
Score: 92.00
QS India
#1
Overall · 2025
Score: 90.00
NIRF Rankings
National Institutional Ranking Framework by the Ministry of Education, Government of India
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2025 | #1 |
92.00
|
- |
| Research | 2025 | #1 |
95.50
|
- |
| Overall | 2024 | #1 |
91.50
|
— |
| Research | 2024 | #1 |
95.00
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 2 unchanged
QS India Rankings
Quacquarelli Symonds Indian University Rankings
| Category | Year | Rank | Score | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 2025 | #1 |
90.00
|
- |
| Overall | 2024 | #1 |
89.50
|
— |
2025 vs 2024: 1 unchanged
How IISc Bangalore Compares
NIRF Overall Rankings — Top 5 Institutions
| Institution | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank | Score | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | #1 | 89.93 | — | |
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IISc Bangalore
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#1 | #1 | 92.00 | — |
| #2 | #2 | 88.50 | — | |
| #15 | #16 | 70.40 | 1 | |
| #22 | #21 | 65.80 | 1 |
Latest News about IISc Bangalore
IISc Bangalore Tops QS World University Rankings 2026 for Research Output in India
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Apr 22, 2026