University of Hyderabad features in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025, among 135 Indian varsities recognised for UN SDG efforts; placed 1001–1500 globally with notable strengths

HYDERABAD: The University of Hyderabad (UoH) is among the 135 institutions from the country to feature in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025.This global ranking evaluates universities for their societal contributions across the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

UoH has been placed in the 1001-1500 band overall, reflecting its efforts to address global challenges through research, outreach, and teaching."UoH's inclusion in the 2025 THE Impact Rankings is a demonstration of its ongoing transformation into a leading institution that not only excels in academics and research but is also committed to a better world," said BJ Rao, vice-chancellor, UoH.He added that for the first time, the university has been ranked among the top 601-800 globally in specific parameters, underscoring its commitment to the United Nations' SDGs.Under SDG 6 (clean water and sanitation), UoH secured a rank between 401-600. For SDG 1 (no poverty), SDG 8 (decent work and economic growth), SDG 9 (industry, innovation and infrastructure), SDG 10 (reduced inequality), and SDG 12 (responsible consumption and production), the university was placed in the 601-800 band. It was ranked above 1,000 in a few other SDG categories.Three other institutions from Telangana, including ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education (IFHE), SR University, and Woxsen University also featured in the rankings. While SR University shares the 1001-1500 band with UoH, IFHE and Woxsen were placed in the 1501+ category.