Making an electrifying first impression, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has conquered key positions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026. It seized India’s top spot in Law, breaking into the global top 300 across 53 countries, and clinched second in Psychology nationally with a top 500 worldwide from 64 regions. Gains in Arts & Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business & Economics further solidify its elite standing.
From a field of 2,191 institutions in 115 countries, JGU stood out by satisfying THE’s elite criteria on data integrity, pedagogy, and scholarly output. The ranking’s rigorous 18-metric system, clustered into teaching, research ambiance, quality, global perspective, and industry engagement, tilts heavily toward research (60-65%).
JGU’s international outlook dazzled in Law, Psychology, and Social Sciences, fueled by diverse international talent and collaborations. Stellar research quality in Arts & Humanities and Business & Economics showcased citation power and worldwide resonance.
Founder Chancellor Naveen Jindal lauded the faculty and staff’s pivotal role in benchmarking against global giants. Vice-Chancellor Prof. C. Raj Kumar emphasized the rankings’ proof of JGU’s excellence in a era where India trails only the US in ranked universities. Dean Prof. Padmanabha Ramanujam viewed the success as a testament to institutional vision and perseverance.
This debut underscores JGU’s surge in research impact, global connectivity, and disciplinary prowess, positioning it as a frontrunner in India’s burgeoning higher education landscape and on the world stage.