NIT Srinagar

National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar has been recognized in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025. NIT Srinagar has secured a ranking in the 1201-1500th category overall and 1001-1250th in the Engineering category.

The rankings are based on a comprehensive evaluation of universities across five key performance indicators: Teaching, Research Environment, Research Quality, Industry Engagement, and International Outlook.

NIT Srinagar’s scores in these parameters reflect its continuous efforts toward academic and research excellence. The institute achieved a score of 26.1 in Teaching, 12.8 in Research Environment, 43 in Research Quality, 18.4 in Industry Engagement, and 25.8 in International Outlook.

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025 assessed from 108 countries and regions using the latest WUR 3.0 methodology, which incorporates 18 calibrated performance indicators.

This year’s rankings analyzed over 134 million citations from 16.5 million research publications and included survey responses from 68,402 scholars worldwide. A total of 411,789 data points were collected from 2,673 institutions that submitted data for the rankings.

Speaking on this recognition, Director NIT Srinagar Prof. Binod Kanaujia in his message said this remarkable achievement underscores NIT Srinagar’s commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and global engagement. We are committed to further enhancing our academic and research standards to make NIT Srinagar a globally recognized institution, he added.

Institute’s Registrar Prof. Atik-ur-Rehman said this achievement reflects our sustained efforts to improve our research output and academic excellence. We will continue striving towards greater innovation and global collaborations, he added.

Nodal Officer, Institute ranking Dr. Vijay kumar and Dr. Harveer Singh Pali both appreciated the efforts and active participation of all Deans, HoD’s, HoC’s, faculty and non-faculty staff, and students which led to this great achievement.

He expressed their gratitude to Director NIT Srinagar; Prof. Binod Kanaujia led administration for their consistent support and encouragement. “We are confident that, in future we will improve our rankings and recognition of the Institute,” he added.

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The Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar successfully organized a one day workshop titled “Research Reimagined: From Ideas to Impact” under the Scientific Social responsibility head of the DST-SERB Project.

The workshop was graced by In-charge Director NIT Srinagar and Dean Research and Consultancy Prof. Roohie Naaz Mir and Associate Dean Research and Consultancy Dr. G.R. Begh. HOD ECE Dr. Gausia Qazi, Head, IIED Centre Prof. Najeeb-ud-Din and workshop coordinator Dr. Bisma Bilal among other dignitaries also were present on the occasion.

The event brought together researchers, academicians, and students eager to explore the latest methodologies in research and innovation. The workshop featured expert sessions on key topics including Research Methodology Mastery, the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in Research, and the essential steps involved in the Patenting Process.

In her inaugural address, Prof. Roohie Naaz Mir highlighted the significance of the workshop’s theme, “Research Reimagined: From Ideas to Impact”, emphasizing its relevance in today’s rapidly evolving research landscape.

“There is importance of critical thinking in research and participants should approach their work with a mindset that challenges conventional ideas and fosters innovation,” she said.

Prof. Roohie also encouraged attendees to thoroughly analyze the problems they select and consider the bigger picture in their research endeavors.

Meanwhile Dr. Jagwinder Singh Associate Professor, Department of Humanities & Management, NIT Jalandar, Dr. Sadbhawna Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, MNIT Jaipur and Mr. Jawaaz Ahmad Design Fellow, Design Innovation Centre, Islamic University of Science &Technology, Awantipora were the key speakers of the event.

HOD ECE Dr. Gausia Qazi, who also served as the Co-Convener of the workshop, stated that the event was designed to help researchers, academicians, and students transform their ideas into impactful innovations.

“The workshop included sessions on Research Methodology, offering insights into effective research techniques; Harnessing AI for Research, exploring how AI can enhance research outcomes; and Patent Filing, where participants learned essential steps to protect their innovations and navigate the patenting process,” she added.

Dr. Gousia said that the workshop provided participants with an opportunity to engage with key topics and served as a platform for learning and knowledge exchange, enabling attendees to explore new perspectives in their research endeavors.

“ECE Department is committed to organizing such impactful events, aiming to empower researchers, academicians, and students to translate ideas into tangible, real-world solutions, she added.

Prof. Najeeb-ud-Din, Convener of the workshop, emphasized the importance of fostering a collaborative research environment that encourages innovation and creativity. “The focus of the workshop was to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, he said.

He further highlighted the significance of peer groups in research and encouraged participants to approach their work with a mindset that drives meaningful change in their respective fields.

Coordinator of the event, Dr. Bisma Bilal shared that the event received a tremendous response, with students from various institutions such as NIT Srinagar, SKUAST-Kashmir, and other colleges registering for the workshop.

She expressed heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the workshop. She acknowledged the visionary leadership of Prof. Najeeb-ud-Din, Convener, and Dr. Gausia Qazi, Co-Convener, along with the invaluable insights shared by the key speakers.

Dr. Bisma also extended special thanks to the student coordinators, Furkaan Fazili and Arfa Jan, for their exceptional dedication and support throughout the event.(KNS)