Synopsis
O.P. Jindal Global University has reached a historic achievement in the QS Subject Rankings 2025, solidifying its reputation as a leader in higher education with top rankings in various disciplines.Key Takeaways
- Dominance in Law: JGU retains its top ranking in Law.
- New Disciplines: Achieved top rankings in multiple new academic fields.
- Global Recognition: Ranked #1 private university in India for several subjects.
- Commitment to Excellence: Continuous focus on academic and research innovation.
- Multidisciplinary Powerhouse: Gaining status across various disciplines.
Sonipat, March 13 (NationPress) O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has marked a historic achievement in the esteemed QS Subject Rankings 2025, reinforcing its status as a global leader in higher education.
In a groundbreaking accomplishment, JGU has not only maintained its long-standing supremacy in Law but has also secured top positions in several new disciplines, representing a significant expansion of its academic excellence and global reach.
JGU's outstanding results in the QS Subject Rankings 2025 demonstrate its steadfast commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and international collaboration. This year's accolades across a diverse array of disciplines highlight JGU's rising stature as a multidisciplinary powerhouse and a guiding light of higher education in India and beyond.
Impressive Performance in QS Subject Rankings 2025
The QS Subject Rankings assess university performance through stringent indicators, such as academic reputation, employer reputation, research impact (citations and H-index), and global collaborations. QS evaluated over 5,200 institutions, ranking 1,747 universities across 55 narrow subjects and 5 broad faculty areas.
The QS Subject Rankings appraise university performance at two levels:
Broad Subject Rankings reflect a university’s overall strength in major faculty areas: Arts & Humanities; Engineering & Technology; Life Sciences & Medicine; Natural Sciences; and Social Sciences & Management. Narrow Subject Rankings provide a more detailed evaluation of over 50 specific disciplines within the 5 broad areas, including Law, Politics, and Business.
JGU provides more than 40+ Degree programs that fall under two of QS’s five broad faculty areas:
JGU has been recognized as the #1 private university in India and 360th in the world for Arts & Humanities. This acknowledgment reflects JGU’s dedication to nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and intellectual exploration in literature, philosophy, history, and the arts.
In our inaugural ranking in Social Sciences & Management, JGU has been honored as the #3 private university in India and 274th in the world. This ranking emphasizes JGU’s dynamic and forward-thinking approach to the study of social systems, human behavior, and management sciences.
Within the Social Sciences & Management broad faculty area, there are 16 Narrow Subjects that QS ranks. Based on the programs offered and research output, JGU qualifies to participate in 4 Narrow Subjects.
For the sixth consecutive year, Jindal Global Law School (JGLS) has been recognized as the #1 Law School in India and among the top 100 globally (78th in the world). JGLS continues to lead legal education in India and remains a global powerhouse for jurisprudence and legal studies. JGLS offers nine undergraduate and postgraduate programs in law, delivered through a cutting-edge curriculum and global partnerships. For the first time, JGU has been ranked as the #1 private university in India for Politics & International Studies and is placed in the 201-250 category globally. This ranking is a clear acknowledgment of Jindal School of International Affairs (JSIA), Jindal School of Government and Public Policy (JSGP), and Jindal School of Liberal Arts and Humanities (JSLH) as institutions shaping global policy discourse, governance, and diplomacy.
For the first time, Economics & Econometrics at JGU has been positioned as #2 among private universities in India and within the 551-700 category in the world. JSGP and Jindal School of Banking and Finance (JSBF) have established JGU as a leader in economic research, policy analysis, and financial studies. Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) continues to excel in business education, securing #6th position among private business schools in India and being placed in the 451-500 category globally.
Global Recognition and Strategic Impact
Reflecting on this remarkable achievement, Naveen Jindal, Chancellor of JGU, expressed his immense pride: “The recognition of JGU in the QS Subject Rankings 2025 across multiple disciplines is a testament to the dedication and excellence of our faculty, students, and staff. It is gratifying to see our university acknowledged for its commitment to academic rigor, research, and global engagement. The ongoing success of JGLS as India’s No. 1 law school for six consecutive years reaffirms our dedication to providing world-class legal education. Moreover, our ranking as the No. 1 private university in India for Arts & Humanities and Politics & International Studies reflects our increasing influence in shaping the intellectual landscape of the country.”
Professor (Dr.) C. Raj Kumar, Founding Vice-Chancellor of JGU, added: “JGU’s consistent success in the QS Subject Rankings demonstrates our strategic emphasis on academic innovation, global collaborations, and impactful research. Our recent entry into the global rankings in Politics, Economics, and Business highlights our expanding influence beyond law and legal studies. This acknowledgment is a clear affirmation of JGU’s emergence as a global leader in higher education.”
Professor Padmanabha Ramanujam, Dean of Academic Governance at JGU, underscored the strategic importance of these rankings: “Achieving these rankings reinforces JGU’s position as a global leader in higher education. Our focus on cultivating a multidisciplinary learning environment, enhancing research, and strengthening global partnerships has been crucial in securing this recognition. This success will further motivate us to drive innovation and excellence in academia.”
