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Q: What is the ranking of DU in India?

DU is ranked 6th under the Universities category by NIRF 2024. Internationally, DU University ranked 407 in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World Rankings 2023. The university ranked 11 in the 'University' category and 22 in the 'Overall' category by NIRF 2023. As compared to last year, DU improved its ranking under all the categories of the NIRF.

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DU is one of the leading higher education institutions that consistently ranks high in several national evaluations by different ranking bodies. It was ranked #5 in the NIRF 2025 'University' category, depicting the continuous success in providing quality education.

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DU Ranking Highlights 2025
NIRF Ranking 2025
Times Higher Education Ranking 2026
India Today Ranking 2025
Outlook Ranking 2026
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QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024
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DU Ranking Highlights 2025

One of India’s top schools is DU. Numerous national and international ranking agencies have continuously recognised it as one of the best institutes. According to the NIRF Ranking 2025, the institute has been awarded #15 rank in the Overall category, #5 under University, and #12 under Research Institutions. DU is also ranked internationally by QS World Rankings 2025 at #328 position. The institute is a top-ranked institute because of its equipped infrastructure and well-educated faculty. Check the article given below to know details around DU rankings.

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Q: Does Jamia Millia Islamia offer better placements than DU?

According to the Overall NIRF reports 2024 released by both the Universities, the key highlights of JMI and DU placements 2023 for UG 3-year and PG 2-year programmes are presented below:

Particulars	JMI Placement Statistics (2023)	DU Placement Statistics (2023)
UG 3-year median package	INR 6 LPA	INR 5.5 LPA
UG 3-year total students	1041	266
UG 3-year students placed	439	190
UG 3-year students opted for higher studies	602	76
PG 2-year median package	INR 9.25 LPA	INR 16 LPA
PG 2-year total students	1426	6557
PG 2-year students placed	893	1253
PG 2-year students opted for higher studies	533	590

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Q: What is the ranking of DU in India?

DU is ranked 6th under the Universities category by NIRF 2024. Internationally, DU University ranked 407 in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World Rankings 2023. The university ranked 11 in the 'University' category and 22 in the 'Overall' category by NIRF 2023. As compared to last year, DU improved its ranking under all the categories of the NIRF.

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NIRF Ranking 2025

DU has been ranked well by the NIRF under the 'University' category. Through the years, the NIRF rankings for DU indicate the institute's strong performance in crucial areas such as the Quality of Education, Conducting Impactful Research, the Expertise of Faculty members, and Overall Institutional Management. These good rankings not only prove the institute's positive reputation but also highlight its excellence across diverse domains, evaluated against the standards established by the NIRF. It has been seen that in the 'University' category, the institute's ranks have shown an increasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the prior year. In 2025, DU climbed 1 rank to #5 rank in the 'University' category by the NIRF ranking. This is the second consecutive year that the institute has ascended in the rankings.

It has been noticed that in the 'Research Institutions' category, the institute's ranking has scaled up when compared against previous year's ranking. In 2025, DU climbed 2 ranks to #12 rank in the 'Research Institutions' category by the NIRF ranking.

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Category	2023	2024	2025
Science	– / –	– / –	12
Dental	4	3	3

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NIRF Ranking Comparison

According to the NIRF ranking 2025, DU received #5 rank in the 'University' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as BHU, and BITS Pilani for NIRF rankings under the 'University' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Tezpur University with other top institutes:

DU vs Other Institutes: NIRF Ranking 2025
College Name	University 2025
DU	5
Manipal University	3
Jamia Millia Islamia	4
BHU	6
BITS Pilani	7

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Times Higher Education Ranking 2026

Based on the rankings from Times Higher Education, DU outperformed numerous other institutes, securing a higher position, indicating that the institute is considered to be doing better in various factors evaluated by the Times Higher Education ranking system. In the 'Overall' category, the institute's ranks have displayed instability in comparison with last year's ranking. In 2026, DU climbed 200 ranks to #601 rank in the 'Overall' category by the Times Higher Education ranking.

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Times Higher Education Ranking Comparison

DU secured #601–800 rank in the 'Overall' category of Times Higher Education 2026 rankings. Its status is comparable to top institutions such as Thapar University and Panjab University. Check out how DU compares to other top-ranked universities year by year.

DU vs Other Institutes: Times Higher Education Ranking 2026
College Name	Overall 2026
DU	601–800
KIIT - Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology	501–600
IIT Indore	501–600
Thapar University	601–800
Panjab University	601–800

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India Today Ranking 2025

As per the overall score, DU has been placed at a good position by the India Today under the 'University (Government)' category, reflecting its exceptional performance in areas like Teaching, Research, Graduation Outcomes, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. It is observable that in the 'University (Government)' category, the institute's ranks have shown an increasing trend when evaluated against the ranking of the past year. In 2025, DU climbed 1 rank to #1 rank in the 'Uni

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Category	2023	2024	2025
Dental	1	1	1

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India Today Ranking Comparison

As per the India Today 2025, DU achieved #1 rank under the 'University (Government)' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as JNU and AMU under the India Today 'University (Government)' category. Check the year-wise comparison of DU with other leading institutes below.

DU vs Other Institutes: India Today Ranking 2025
College Name	University (Government) 2025
DU	1
JNU	2
AMU	3

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Outlook Ranking 2026

According to the rankings from Outlook, DU outperformed various other institutes, securing a higher position for its achievements in Teaching, Graduation Success Rates, Research, and creating an inclusive, quality learning environment. It is to be noted that the DU's rankings in 'Central Universities' category have demonstrated an increasing trend as per the rankings of the previous years. In 2025, DU climbed 1 rank to #3 rank in the 'Central Universities' category by the Outlook ranking.

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Outlook Ranking Comparison

According to the Outlook ranking 2025, DU received #3 rank in the 'Central Universities' category. It holds a comparable status to the most prestigious universities such as University of Hyderabad, and Tezpur University for Outlook rankings under the 'Central Universities' category. Check out the year-by-year comparison of Tezpur University with other top institutes:

DU vs Other Institutes: Outlook Ranking 2025
College Name	Central Universities 2025
DU	3
JNU	1
BHU	2
University of Hyderabad	4
Tezpur University	5

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The Week Ranking 2025

As per The Week ranking, DU has secured a superior rank compared to numerous other institutes, indicating that the institute has performed better across various assessing factors of the ranking system. Students can check the table below for a comprehensive overview of DU rankings 2023:

Category	2024	2025
Dental	1	1

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The Week Ranking Comparison

DU consistently performs well in the 'University (Overall)' category in The Week rankings. In the year 2023, it secured the #3 rank, competing with various top institutes; namely, University of Hyderabad, and Jadavpur University. For a detailed analysis, refer to the comparison table provided below:

DU vs Other Institutes: The Week Ranking 2023
College Name	University (Overall) 2023
Delhi University	3
JNU	1
BHU	2
University of Hyderabad	4
Jadavpur University	5

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QS World University Rankings Ranking 2024

DU has earned commendable rankings across different domains in the QS World University Rankings 2026. This signifies the institution's esteemed reputation and proficiency in various aspects, assigning it an overall good score. It can be seen that the DU's rankings in 'Top Global Universities' category have displayed a fluctuating trend as per the ranks of the previous years. In 2026, DU's rank is #328, the same as last year's rank in the 'Top Global Universities' category by the QS World Univers

The rankings of the institute in the 'Asia' category have demonstrated a fluctuating trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2026, DU fell 14 ranks to #95 rank in the 'Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

Rankings achieved by the institute under the 'Southern Asia' category have exibited a fluctuating trend when compared to last year's rankings. In 2026, DU fell 2 ranks to #10 rank in the 'Southern Asia' category by the QS World University Rankings.

Tabulated below are the rankings and categories from various ranking bodies:

Category	2024
Science	94

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QS World University Rankings Ranking Comparison

As per the QS World University Rankings 2026, DU achieved #328 rank under the 'Top Global Universities' category. It stands on par with well-known institutions such as IIT Guwahati and IIT Roorkee under the QS World University Rankings 'Top Global Universities' category. Check the year-wise comparison of DU with other leading institutes below.

DU vs Other Institutes: QS World University Rankings 2026
College Name	Top Global Universities 2026
DU	328
IISc Bangalore	219
IIT Kanpur	222
IIT Guwahati	334
IIT Roorkee	339

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Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) - Batch of 2026

Offered by Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College, University of Delhi

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Good college with good infrastructure.

Placements: Placement opportunities are average, with a decent number of companies visiting the campus every year. Last year, the average package was 6 LPA. Companies offered roles mainly in sales and finance. The college does make efforts to bring recruiters from different sectors.

Infrastructure: One of the best college campuses of DU in terms of infrastructure. Classrooms are super spacious, equipped with basic facilities, and suitable for academic activities. The campus has a library, labs, a seminar hall, an auditorium, and a ground. Overall, the campus is good.

Faculty: Teachers are very helpful. If students are serious, then this course can make them industry-ready. Moderate level of difficulty. Most teachers are supportive and guide students academically and in projects. Teaching methods are effective. Overall, the faculty is helpful.

Other: I want to go into the commerce line, that's why I chose this course. They should add some more practical things. Events and fests are super cool.

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Offered by Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College, University of Delhi

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Nice college with good infrastructure. I feel that in terms of discipline, it's better than others.

Placements: My batch at DU is the best batch of the college. A few students in our batch are currently toppers of the university and are also getting offers from many companies for placement. A few of my batch mates are taking the opportunity and are ready to take the offer.

Infrastructure: Our university has the best facilities in all the departments, including faculty members, AC classrooms, the best library, sports facilities like a football ground, badminton court, and a canteen in the college for the students. We also have the NCC in our college.

Faculty: We have the best qualified faculty members in our college with a digital smart classroom and detailed learning sessions. As I am pursuing B.Com. Hons from the college the teachers are so friendly and helpful. We also have a debate session in our college where students participate from different courses.

Other: I have chosen this course to pursue my life in accounts abroad and in our college there are placements from big companies that provide you with the opportunity to work abroad.

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B.A. in History and Political Science - Batch of 2025

Offered by Swami Shraddhanand College, University of Delhi

3.2

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It has good teachers, average infrastructure, rude administration, and poor connectivity.

Placements: Students are rarely placed in good working set-ups or offices in the B.A. programme. It is because of the lack of skill education provided in the course itself. The highest package offered is 3.6 LPA by a travel consulting company. The lowest package offered is 1.92 LPA. Students typically don't get job opportunities immediately after this course. One student is placed as an intern at Tech Mahindra due to his exceptional customer handling. Generally, teaching, education counselor, client services, and relations are some roles that are offered after the B.A. program.

Infrastructure: There are two buildings currently operating in our college, namely the old campus and the new campus. The old campus is poorly maintained. There are no proper water facilities and very hot classrooms in summer. The library is somewhat okay, but no Wi-Fi is available on campus. There is a canteen with poor hygiene. Lab equipment is outdated. The new campus is well-maintained, and it is primarily used for all events, activities, and everything. Canteen, water facilities, and washrooms are hygienic. Labs are well-equipped. Infrastructure is well-maintained and updated. It is Wi-Fi enabled. It has a decent amphitheater and a beautiful seminar room.

Faculty: Teachers are undoubtedly qualified and knowledgeable. They are excellent at their subjects. Teaching quality is decent, but some teachers are not up to the mark. The course curriculum is relevant, and it is strictly NEP-based. Although only a few courses, like B.Sc and commerce ones, make students industry-ready. Semester exams are conducted using the question papers provided by the University of Delhi, so they are well-balanced. The pass percentage is 33%.

Other: I chose a B.A. in History and Political Science because I am always keen on these subjects. I wish they would improve the quality of internal assessment and scoring. They are mostly based on many courses. Average fest and a good number of events are organised. It organises exceptionally good seminars every month. The campus crowd is decent, but the connectivity is very poor. It is 11 KMs from the nearest metro station, and the usual convenience is a government bus. It is situated in a village setting, leaving students with very few choices to eat and freshen up nearby.

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B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry - Batch of 2027

Offered by Hansraj College, University of Delhi

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It is not an excellent college, but it is the best in many ways, like education and infrastructure.

Placements: Placement is not guaranteed, but it is good. This college gives you guidance, and the highest package of the college is 25 LPA, while the lowest is 10 LPA. It is the best in placements. Hansraj College is ranked 3rd in NIRF, and its placement offers are high compared to other DU colleges, and different companies come to the college. Many students also secure internships.

Infrastructure: In my college, the infrastructure is good, and the facilities are average. Hansraj College is in the top 5 DU colleges. The hostels have good infrastructure, and there are great library facilities. There are NCC and NSS society rooms, a huge library with all available books, and different departments like my Chemistry department. There are also sports facilities and a huge ground.

Faculty: In Hansraj College, the professors of every department are good, and they complete their syllabus perfectly and guide the students. The course curriculum is excellent, and they help students in many ways. There are many societies, like Rasayanatyan Chemistry Society, Nistha Society, and many other events each semester, with a pass percentage of roughly 90%.

Other: I choose this course because I am interested in Chemistry. And make future in this. I think to improve in lab and practical facility. Fest are medium not best.

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It has helpful and knowledgeable faculty and staff members.

Placements: My course is not directly related to placements, but my friends from other courses said companies like Deloitte, TCS, Infosys, Amazon, Swiggy, Decathlon, etc., visit the Saksham placement cell, though not always. The average package offered ranges from 10-12 LPA. I heard that the highest package offered ranges from 28-30 LPA.

Infrastructure: Our library is good with a peaceful environment. I spent most of my time there. Book issuing is convenient, and we just need the college ID. Classrooms are pretty decent. It has a podium, which is spacious for teachers to communicate and teach. Our college didn't offer hostel facilities. The canteen food is average.

Faculty: Teachers are good, and they solve my doubts. There is no course barrier. I sometimes took career advice from them. They are quite insightful. In exams, the difficulty depends on student's preparation. I think the pass percentage is around 85% in my course.

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B.Sc. in Physical Science (Computer Science) - Batch of 2026

Offered by Dyal Singh College, University of Delhi

4.6

5.0Placements3.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Decent college with good learning environment and average placements.

Placements: Around 50-70 percent of students got placed depending on the course. The average package is around 3 LPA-5 LPA with the highest going up to 6 LPA-8 LPA. Top recruiting companies include TCS, Wipro, Infosys, etc. Internship opportunities are available but students often need to apply on their own. Roles offered are mostly entry-level like support engineer, analyst, etc.

Infrastructure: The college has good infrastructure with proper classrooms, labs, and a library. Wi-Fi is available but it can be slow sometimes. Labs are decent but could be upgraded. Hostel facilities are average. The rooms are manageable and the food quality is okay. There are sports and medical facilities available as well.

Faculty: Teachers are generally helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. Teaching quality is good but sometimes it depends on the subject and faculty. The curriculum is relevant but needs some updates to match current industry requirements. Semester exams are moderate not too difficult if you study regularly. Pass percentage is quite good, and most students clear exams without much difficulty.

Other: I chose this course because I have an interest in Science and computer-related subjects. The best part of my course is that it gives both theoretical and practical knowledge. Teachers are supportive and help in understanding concepts clearly. I feel that more practical exposure and industry-level training should be added. The college organizes some events and fests which are enjoyable, and the campus crowd is decent. Connectivity is good and the surroundings are also fine. Scholarships are available but awareness about them should be improved.

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Does DU provide good placements?

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The 2025 placement data for top DU college has been released. The the highest and average package offered during Miranda House placements 2025 stood at INR 19 LPA and INR 7.6 LPA, respectively. The median package offered was INR 7 LPA.

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Is DU admission open?

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Yes, DU admission 2026 is now open for several programmes. The university is now in the middle of conducting its admission process for UG & PG programmes. Students can check the Delhi University's official site to know about the CSAS dates.

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How do I get admission to Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies?

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To get admission in Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, students have to meet the eligibiliity and appear for CUET UG. Admissions to all UG courses of the college are given through CUET only. Students have to then appear for the CSAS counselling process. Selected students have to report at

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Can I get admission in Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies without CUET?

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No, students can not get direct admission in Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies without CUET. The college accepts students for its UG programmes through CUET + CSAS process only. However, for the PG Diploma programme, students are offered merit-based seats and do not require any entrance.

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When will the DU admission form be out?

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DU admission forms 2026 are now out for PG programmes. Students can check the official site of the Delhi University and apply online. CUET UG exam is still underway. Delhi University UG admission 2026 will start after CUET results are out and CSAS portal opens.

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