THE World University Rankings 2025: Amrita Vidyapeetham grabs a spot among the top 50 institutions of the World
National, 19th June 2025: With the release of the 2025 edition of THE World University Rankings on 18th June 2025, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham becomes the only higher education institution in the country to figure in the top 50 universities list. With an overall global rank of 41, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has emerged as India’s highest SDG impact university. Last year, the University stood at 81st rank globally.
The university ranked 5th globally for SDG 4 (Quality Education) and 6th for SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), placing it among the highest-performing institutions worldwide in these categories. It also ranked 14th for SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and 29th for SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being), critical indicators of inclusive and equitable growth.
“We credit this global recognition to the visionary guidance of our Chancellor, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma), whose emphasis on compassion, service, and science forms the bedrock of Amrita’s mission,” said Dr. Maneesha V. Ramesh, Provost of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and UNESCO Chair on Experiential Learning for Sustainable Innovation & Development. “These rankings reflect our deep commitment to building resilient communities through compassion-driven innovation and experiential education that bridges world-class research with grassroots impact.”
Amrita achieved perfect scores in several key metrics, including lifelong learning initiatives such as skilling programs and distance education certificates aimed at the marginalized for enhanced educational access; gender equity in access and leadership; sustainability in clean energy and water; and the integration of SDGs into education and community engagement. Among its community-based initiatives, the Live-in-Labs program stands out, having implemented over 150 real-world development projects across 25 Indian states.
The THE Impact Rankings assess universities against the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), evaluating their efforts in research, outreach, stewardship, and teaching. Unlike traditional rankings that focus solely on academic reputation, the THE Impact Rankings evaluate institutions on their real-world contributions to sustainable development through research, outreach, and stewardship. As higher education increasingly plays a role in addressing global challenges, the rankings offer a broader measure of how universities are aligning with international development priorities and creating tangible societal impact.
This year’s Impact Rankings were the most competitive ever, with over 2,540 universities from 130 countries participating. Among them, India emerged as the most represented nation with 148 institutions.
