THE’s Inaugural Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025

Bhubaneswar, Nov 27: KIIT-DU has secured an impressive 4th position in India in the inaugural Times Higher Education (THE) Interdisciplinary Science Rankings 2025, which recognizes universities excelling in interdisciplinary scientific research. Notably, only four Indian universities—both private and public—feature among the top 100 universities globally, and KIIT is one of them, ranking 92nd worldwide.
India has a strong representation in the rankings released recently, with 65 universities featuring in it, including seven in the top 100. Notably, Anna University leads among Indian institutions and has secured the 41st position globally.
This recognition underscores KIIT University’s commitment to fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation. Among Indian institutions, KIIT stands as one of the top performers, contributing significantly to the nation’s presence in the global interdisciplinary science landscape.
Dr. Achyuta Samanta, Founder, KIIT & KISS lauded the historic achievement and said: “KIIT’s position among the interdisciplinary scientific research universities reflects its enormous contribution towards research and development in the field over the decades”. KIIT is only 27-year-old institute and 21 year deemed to be University. KIIT’s quality researchers and staff have made this possible through their quality research, innovation, and publications. He congratulated the faculty fraternity of KIIT-DU, staff members and the students for the unique achievement.