Central University of Himachal Pradesh ranks 8th in IIRF-2025

In a landmark achievement, the Central University of Himachal Pradesh (CUHP) has been ranked eighth among all government universities in India and declared the top-ranked university in Himachal Pradesh as per the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) 2025.

The IIRF, recognised for its credible and holistic assessment methodology, evaluated over 2,500 institutions across the nation this year. The university stood out with an overall score of 985.21 out of 1,000.

Speaking at a press conference, Vice-Chancellor Sat Parkash Bansal emphasised the university’s commitment to innovation and quality education, despite operating from temporary campuses. “This recognition reflects the collective dedication of our academic community toward delivering impactful education aligned with national priorities,” he noted.

Established in 2009, the CUHP has quickly ascended the academic ladder, securing first position, higher than even Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in teaching-learning resources and pedagogy with a score of 220.5 and second in research performance, scoring 199.9, just behind JNU, which stood first. The university boasts a strong H-index of 63, over 2,000 research publications, and more than 35,000 citations, earning it international recognition in disciplines such as environmental chemistry and nuclear physics.

The CUHP also ranked fifth in placement and student support, with graduates securing median salary packages of Rs 4.68 lakh per annum and internship stipends reaching up to Rs 60,000 per month. The university has mobilised over Rs 100 crore in research funding, filed 60 plus patents and forged strategic partnerships with leading institutions globally.