Hindu College in New Delhi has claimed the top spot in the NIRF 2024 rankings for colleges, displacing Miranda House, which fell to second place. St. Stephen’s College, also in Delhi, secured third. Delhi colleges dominated the top rankings, with Hindu College's rise highlighting its academic excellence and research impact in India's higher education landscape.
Top Colleges in India 2024: Hindu College in New Delhi has emerged as the top-ranked institution in the “college” category of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, dethroning last year’s leader, Miranda House. The rankings, released by the Ministry of Education, showcase the exceptional academic standards and diverse strengths of India’s premier colleges.
Hindu College’s rise to the top spot marks a significant achievement, reflecting its commitment to academic excellence, vibrant campus life, and impactful research. This ascent to the number one position has shifted Miranda House, another esteemed institution in Delhi, to the second rank, after it held the top spot in previous years.
New Delhi-based colleges dominated the top three positions, with St. Stephen’s College securing third place. These institutions continue to set benchmarks in higher education with their rigorous academic programs, rich histories, and influential alumni networks.
Rank | College Name | City | State |
1 | Hindu College | Delhi | Delhi |
2 | Miranda House | Delhi | Delhi |
3 | St. Stephens's College | Delhi | Delhi |
4 | Rama Krishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College | Kolkata | West Bengal |
5 | Atma Ram Sanatan Dharm College | New Delhi | Delhi |
6 | St. Xavier`s College | Kolkata | West Bengal |
7 | PSGR Krishnammal College for Women | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu |
8 | Loyola College | Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
9 | Kirori Mal College | Delhi | Delhi |
10 | Lady Shri Ram College for Women | New Delhi | Delhi |
11 | PSG College of Arts and Science | Coimbatore | Tamil Nadu |
12 | Hans Raj College | Delhi | Delhi |
13 | Presidency College | Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
14 | Madras Christian College | Chennai | Tamil Nadu |
15 | Thiagarajar College | Madurai | Tamil Nadu |
16 | Deshbandhu College | New Delhi | Delhi |
17 | Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira | Howrah | West Bengal |
18 | Acharya Narendra Dev College | New Delhi | Delhi |
19 | Shri Ram College of Commerce | Delhi | Delhi |
20 | Rajagiri College of Social Sciences | Ernakulam | Kerala |
Also Read: NIRF Management Ranking 2024: IIM Ahmedabad Tops NIRF Rankings for fifth consecutive year.
The NIRF 2024 rankings highlight the continued dominance of Delhi colleges in the national landscape, with Hindu College leading the way. These rankings serve as a reflection of the quality of education and the academic contributions of these institutions, solidifying their positions as the best colleges in India.
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