For the first time, Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) and English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) have made it to the QS World University Rankings: Asia 2026. This achievement marks a significant milestone for both institutions, as they have never appeared in the rankings for 2024 or 2025. MANUU is ranked in the 1101–1200 band, while EFLU has secured a position in the 1401–1500 bracket. This reflects the steady progress and growing reputation of these two universities in Telangana, India.
How MANUU and EFLU Performed in QS Asia Rankings
- MANUU has achieved a ranking in the 1101–1200 band, a remarkable accomplishment for the university, particularly given its focus on the Urdu language and multidisciplinary education.
- EFLU, known for its strength in language studies and foreign languages, has earned a spot in the 1401–1500 band in QS Asia.
Both universities performed strongly in key QS ranking metrics, including academic reputation, papers per faculty, and research output. These rankings reflect their growing academic standards and contributions to education and research.
MANUU’s Progress and Future Plans
Syed Ainul Hasan, Vice-Chancellor of MANUU, emphasized that the university has made significant strides in improving its research and academic reputation. Hasan highlighted that MANUU has introduced several changes over the past four years, including the appointment of adjunct professors, honorary faculty, and professors of practice to strengthen its academic offerings. The university was also among the first in India to implement the National Education Policy (NEP), which has focused on multi-disciplinary studies and skill-based education.
Other Telangana Universities in QS Rankings
Telangana’s higher education institutions are continuing to make their mark on the global stage. Here’s how other major universities in the state performed in the QS Asia Rankings:
- University of Hyderabad (UoH): Ranked 246, slightly down from 239 last year.
- IIT Hyderabad (IITH): Ranked 270.
- Osmania University (OU): Ranked 470.
- NIT Warangal (NITW): Ranked 771–780.
Kumar Molugaram, Vice-Chancellor of Osmania University, attributed the university’s improved ranking to a renewed emphasis on research and publications. OU’s citations surged from 15,000 to over 90,000 over the past year.
Conclusion
With MANUU and EFLU making their debut in the QS Asia Rankings 2026, Telangana’s universities are steadily advancing in global education rankings. Their focus on research, multidisciplinary education, and the implementation of the NEP is setting the stage for more institutions in the state to achieve international recognition in the coming years.
