Hisar varsity achieves No. 1 in state, 32nd across nation
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Take your experience further with Premium access. Thought-provoking Opinions, Expert Analysis, In-depth Insights and other Member Only BenefitsGuru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology (GJUST), Hisar, has been ranked the Number 1 state university in Haryana and secured 32nd position among state public universities across India in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, released by the Ministry of Education.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Narsi Ram Bishnoi called it a landmark moment for the university and for Haryana, crediting the achievement to the collective efforts of the faculty, researchers, students, staff, and alumni. He said the ranking reflects GJUST’s commitment to innovation, high-quality research, and its growing role in shaping students into global citizens and future leaders.
He explained that established three decades ago, GJUST has outperformed many older and more established institutions across the country, marking a significant milestone in its journey of academic excellence. He stated that the university had also earned recognition in several national categories, including Pharmacy (49th rank), and has been placed in ranking bands for Engineering (201–300), Management (102–125), and University category (101–150).
Prof Bishnoi further claimed that the university’s performance in NIRF 2025 highlighted its focus on interdisciplinary learning, research, and collaboration with industry.