QS Asia Rankings 2027: SRM University-AP ranks among top 51 universities in India

Sri Ramaswamy Memorial (SRM) University-Andhra Pradesh (AP), Amaravati, has secured a place among the top 51 universities in India in the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027. The university has also been ranked among the top 25 private universities in India and the top 100 institutions in Southern Asia, according to a press release issued by the university.

SRM University-AP has also secured the first position among government and private universities in Andhra Pradesh in the overall category, the university said.

The QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027 assess universities across several indicators, including research and discovery, learning experience, global engagement and employability. The rankings provide a regional comparison of higher education institutions across Asia.

The university said its performance reflects its focus on research-led education, interdisciplinary academic programmes, industry-oriented learning and international partnerships.

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SRM AP officials on achievement

Commenting on the achievement, SRM University-AP Vice-Chancellor Ch Satish Kumar said the recognition reflects the collective efforts of faculty members, researchers, students and staff towards improving academic quality, research and innovation.

Kumar said, "The university's inclusion in the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2027 reflects the collective commitment of our faculty, researchers, students and staff to building an institution driven by quality education, impactful research and innovation. While this milestone is a moment of pride, our larger aspiration is to contribute to the advancement of knowledge and develop graduates who can address challenges at both national and international levels."

SRM University-AP Pro-Chancellor P Sathyanarayanan said the achievement highlights the importance of investment in research, talent development and international academic engagement.

He said universities should not only impart knowledge but also create it, translate it into innovation and contribute to society.

SRM AP's QS ranking strategy

Karthik Rajendran, Associate Dean of Quality Assurance and Rankings at SRM University-AP, said the university's debut in the QS rankings reflects its data-driven approach and institutional planning.

Rajendran said, “Debuting in the QS Rankings is a testimony to the rigorous, data-driven approach and strategic vision we have cultivated at SRM University-AP.”

He said the university's analysis of key parameters, including research productivity, internationalisation and academic reputation, helped highlight its performance on the global stage.

He added that the achievement reflects the collective efforts of the QAR team and the university's commitment to meeting international academic standards.

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The university said it will continue to strengthen its research capabilities, expand international collaborations and improve academic opportunities for students.

The recognition adds to SRM University-AP's efforts to establish itself as a globally competitive higher education institution with a focus on academic excellence, research impact and graduate employability.

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