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Karnataka University Ranking 2024: QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education

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5 mins readUpdated on Jan 12, 2024 11:59 IST

Karnataka University is one of the prominent institutes in the country. It has been ranked by numerous national ranking entities across various categories. Karnataka University ranking stood at #751-800 in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings. The institution has successfully managed to hold its position amongst the top institutes in India and that is the reason why students opt to pursue their education through Karnataka University. Students can check the top Karnataka University ranks on the page below.

Table of content
  • Karnataka University Ranking Highlights 2024
  • Karnataka University QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024
  • Karnataka University vs Other Universities: QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison
  • Karnataka University Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
  • Karnataka University vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison
  • Karnataka University Ranking FAQs

Karnataka University Ranking Highlights 2024

Karnataka University holds rankings across diverse categories from numerous prominent national ranking entities, namely QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education, etc. These ranking bodies have granted Karnataka University good ranks. Students can view the table to learn more about the Karnataka University rankings:

Karnataka University National Ranking 2024
Ranking Body Category Rank
QS World University Rankings Asia 751-800
QS World University Rankings Southern Asia 238
QS World University Rankings Top Global Universities 951-1000
Times Higher Education Overall 1001–1200

Karnataka University QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024

Considering the aggregate score, Karnataka University has been placed in a good position by the QS World University Rankings 2024 under the 'Asia' category. By the provided parameters such as Faculty Quality Weightage and Employability Weightage, the college is ranked well when compared with other universities It has been observed that in the 'Asia' category the institute's ranks have shown a decreasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2024, Karnataka University fell 50 ranks to #751 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has slipped in the rankings. It has been seen that in the 'Southern Asia' category, the institute's ranking has fallen when compared with the previous year's QS World University Rankings ranking. In 2024, Karnataka University fell 49 ranks to #238 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings ranking. It has been seen that the institute has shown a fluctuating trend in the 'Top Global Universities' category as compared to the QS World University Rankings ranking of preceding years. In 2024, Karnataka University fell 300 ranks to #951 rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World University Rankings ranking. Students can view year-by-year Karnataka University QS World University Rankings rankings in the below table:

Karnataka University QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024
Category 2022 2023 2024
Asia 651 701-750 751-800
Southern Asia - 189 238
Top Global Universities 701-750 651-700 951-1000

Karnataka University vs Other Universities: QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

Karnataka University has been ranked #751-800 under the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings in 2024. Comparing Karnataka University ranking 2024 with other top Universities, ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad ranks better in the list as it has been ranked at #701-750 in the same category by QS World University Rankings Rankings 2024. Check the year-wise comparison analysis of Karnataka University with other top institutes:

Karnataka University vs Other Institutes: QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024
College Name Asia 2024
Karnataka University 751-800
ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad 701-750
Sharda University 701-750
University of Lucknow, Lucknow 751-800
Assam University 751-800

Karnataka University Times Higher Education Ranking 2024

According to the Times Higher Education's ranking, Karnataka University has performed better than several other institutions and has been ranked at a decent position under the 'Overall' category. Talking about the other parameters, namely Academic and Research Achievements, Faculty Quality Weightage, and Employment Opportunities, the institute has got good scores among other universities. Review the Karnataka University Times Higher Education ranking in the following table:

Karnataka University Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
Category 2022 2023 2024
Overall - - 1001–1200

Karnataka University vs Other Universities: Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

Based on Times Higher Education ranking 2024, Karnataka University got #1001–1200 rank in the 'Overall' category. It stands at par with the leading universities such as Punjabi University, Patiala, and National Institute of Technology Calicut for Times Higher Education rankings under the 'Overall' category, it is also compared with Jadavpur University and Gauhati University. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Karnataka University with other top institutes:

Karnataka University vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2024
College Name Overall 2024
Karnataka University 1001–1200
Punjabi University, Patiala 80
National Institute of Technology Calicut 81
Jadavpur University 1001–1200
Gauhati University 1001–1200

In summarizing the analysis of the provided data, it can be said that Karnataka University has received good scores on ranking parameters, resulting in a good overall ranking. In addition to that, the institution's positive standing in the QS World University Rankings ranking confirms its popularity among students seeking to enrol in a degree programme.

Karnataka University Ranking FAQs

Q. What is the ranking of Karnataka University in QS World University Rankings 2023 under 'Asia' category?

A. The rank of Karnataka University is #751 in QS World University Rankings in the 'Asia' category 2024, it fell 50 ranks as compared to last year's rank. The institute has a drop in previous year's rankings, and in the year 2023, the institute dropped to #701 rank, while in the year 2022, it was ranked #651.

Q. What is the QS World University Rankings ranking of Karnataka University in 'Southern Asia' category?

A. This year, Karnataka University fell 49 ranks, ranked #238 in 2024 by the QS World University Rankings in the 'Southern Asia' category. As of the latest available data, the ranking of Karnataka University has shown a dip in the ranking trend over the past two years. In 2023, the institute was ranked #189, however, it was not ranked in 2022.

Q. How well ranked is Karnataka University by QS World University Rankings under 'Top Global Universities' category?

A. The rank of Karnataka University is #951 in QS World University Rankings in the 'Top Global Universities' category 2024, it fell 300 ranks as compared to last year's rank. The institute has volatility in previous year's rankings, and in the year 2023, the institute jumped to #651 rank, while in the year 2022, it was ranked #701.

Q. How well ranked is Karnataka University by Times Higher Education under 'Overall' category?

A. Karnataka University was ranked #1001 by the Times Higher Education in the 'Overall' category for the year 2024. However, the institute was not ranked in the year 2023 and 2022.

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Answered 2 months ago

The institution has not released the course-wise placement packages as of yet. Meanwhile the NIRF report for MBA  has been released. Check out the table below to know more:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Total Students

1,876 (PG 2-year)

1,736 (PG 2-year)

1,815 (PG 2-year)

No. of Students Placed

277 (PG 2-year)

7 (PG 2-year)

28 (PG 2-year)

Median Salary

INR 3.60 LPA (PG 2-year)

INR 3.60 LPA (PG 2-year)



INR 4.80 LPA (PG 2-year)



NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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Answered 2 months ago

The Karnataka University placement report for 2024 is not out yet. However the NIRF report for 2025 has been released.Check out the tabulated data given below to know more about Karnataka University placement 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024)

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024)

PG 2-year

1,815

28

INR 4.80 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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diksha soni

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Answered 2 months ago

Karnataka University provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Karnataka University placements 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024)

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024)

PG 2-year

1,815

28

INR 4.80 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained fro

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The institution has not released the overall average package. The median package offered at Karnataka University placements in recent years is present in the table below:

Particulars

PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2022)

PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2023)

PG 2-year Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Salary

INR 3.60 LPA 

INR 3.60 LPA

INR 4.80 LPA

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Karnataka University provides good placements to its graduating students.Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Karnataka University placement packages 2024:

Course 

Median Salary (2024)

PG 2-year

INR 4.80 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Karnataka University is yet to release its course wise data. However, the NIRF report for 2025 has been released. Students can have a look at the data tabulated below to know more about the median packages provided to students during Karnataka University placements:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package 

INR 4.80 LPA (PG 2-year)

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

Karnataka University provides impressive placements to its graduating students. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the Karnataka University Placement 2024:

Course 

Total Students (2024)

Students Placed (2024)

Median Salary (2024)

PG 2-year

1,815

28

INR 4.80 LPA

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 2 months ago

The Karnataka University the highest package has not been disclosed yet. Once released it will be updated here. Meanwhile, students can refer to the median package given in the table below:

Particulars 

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package 

INR 4.80 LPA (PG 2-year)

NOTE: The above data is obtained from the NIRF report 2025

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diksha soni

Contributor-Level 10