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IIT Dhanbad Ranking 2026: Multi-Agency Performance Overview
IIT Dhanbad ranking for 2026 reflects its 2025 performance across various national and international frameworks. In 2025, the institute achieved a notable 20th global position in QS World University Rankings by Subject for Mineral and Mining Engineering. Nationally, its NIRF 2025 placement was within the 201-300 band for Engineering.
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2025 Multi-Agency Ranking Snapshot
IIT Dhanbad's performance in 2025 was evaluated by multiple agencies, including NIRF and QS World University Rankings. This snapshot provides a comparative view of its standing across different categories.
| Agency | Category | Rank/Band | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 201-300 Band | 2025 |
| NIRF | Overall | 101-150 Band | 2025 |
| QS World University Rankings by Subject | Mineral and Mining Engineering (Global) | 20 | 2025 |
| QS World University Rankings by Subject | Mineral and Mining Engineering (India) | 1 | 2025 |
2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject
The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025 highlighted IIT Dhanbad's specialized expertise. Several other Indian institutions also secured top global positions in their respective fields.
| Institute | Subject Area | Global Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIT (ISM) Dhanbad | Mineral and Mining Engineering | 20 | 2025 |
| IIT Delhi | Engineering | 26 | 2025 |
| IIT Bombay | Engineering | 28 | 2025 |
| IIM Ahmedabad | Business and Management Studies | 27 | 2025 |
2025 National Ranking Performance
Domestically, IIT Dhanbad's performance in the NIRF 2025 framework positioned it within specific rank bands for both its Engineering and Overall categories. This reflects its standing among Indian higher education institutions.
| Category | Rank/Rank Band | Year |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engineering | 201-300 Band | 2025 |
| NIRF Overall | 101-150 Band | 2025 |
| QS Mineral and Mining Engineering (India) | 1 | 2025 |
| QS Mineral and Mining Engineering (Global) | 20 | 2025 |
FAQs
How is IIT Dhanbad ranked among engineering institutes?
In NIRF 2025, IIT Dhanbad was placed in the 201-300 rank band for Engineering. For QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, it ranked 20th globally in Mineral and Mining Engineering.
What was IIT Dhanbad's global ranking in Mineral and Mining Engineering in 2025?
IIT Dhanbad secured the 20th position globally in Mineral and Mining Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025. It was also ranked 1st in India for this subject.
Which other Indian institutions were in the QS World University Rankings by Subject top 50 in 2025?
IIT Delhi ranked 26th globally in Engineering, IIT Bombay 28th in Engineering, and IIM Ahmedabad 27th globally in Business and Management Studies, alongside IIT Dhanbad's 20th for Mineral and Mining Engineering.
What was IIT Dhanbad's NIRF Overall rank band in 2025?
In the NIRF India Rankings 2025, IIT Dhanbad was positioned within the 101-150 rank band for the Overall category.
Did IIT Dhanbad achieve a top national rank in any specific subject in 2025?
Yes, IIT Dhanbad was ranked 1st in India for Mineral and Mining Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025, demonstrating its national leadership.
