In the latest rankings released by Times Higher Education (THE), a renowned British magazine, a total of 33 Pakistani universities have secured positions, showcasing a commendable representation from the country. This figure marks a slight decrease compared to the 40 institutions listed from Pakistan in the previous year’s rankings.
The rankings encompass both public and private universities, with over two dozen institutions featured from diverse sectors. Times Higher Education is esteemed for its rigorous evaluation of top universities worldwide, providing valuable insights into the global academic landscape.
Significantly, this year’s rankings reflect an updated methodology, with a total of 673 universities included, representing a notable increase from the 605 institutions featured in 2023. Additionally, 499 institutions are listed but not ranked, adhering to specific eligibility criteria set forth by THE.
THE assesses universities based on multiple criteria, including research output, quality of teaching, knowledge transfer, and international outlook. This holistic approach offers a comprehensive assessment of each institution’s academic prowess and global impact, contributing to the continuous evolution and refinement of higher education standards worldwide.
Top Pakistani Universities in Times 2024 List
| University Name | Ranking |
|---|---|
| National University of Science and Technology | 142 |
| Comsats University Islamabad | 154 |
| Government College University Faisalabad | 181 |
| Air University | 201-250 |
| Capital University of Science and Technology | 201-250 |
| Lahore University of Management Sciences | 201-250 |
| University of Engineering and Technology, Taxila | 201-250 |
| Abdul Wali Khan University, Mardan | 251-300 |
| Hazara University, Mansehra | 251-300 |
| Institute of Space and Technology | 251-300 |
| International Islamic University, Islamabad | 251-300 |
| University of Malakand | 251-300 |
| Bahauddin Zakariya University | 301-350 |
| Bahria University | 301-350 |
| Islamia College Peshawar | 301-350 |
| Kohat University of Science and Technology | 301-350 |
| The Islamia University of Bahawalpur | 301-350 |
| University of Lahore | 301-350 |
| University of Management and Technology | 301-350 |
| University of Sargodha | 301-350 |
| PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi | 351-400 |
| Ripah International University | 351-400 |
| University of Engineering and Technology, Peshawar | 351-400 |
| University of Gujrat | 351-400 |
| Government College University, Lahore | 401-500 |
| Mehran University of Engineering and Technology, Jamshoro | 401-500 |
| Mirpur University of Science and Technology | 401-500 |
| National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences | 401-500 |
| University of Education, Lahore | 401-500 |
| Dow University of Health and Sciences | 501-600 |
| Lahore College for Women University | 501-600 |
| The University of Agriculture Peshawar | 501-600 |
| National University of Medical Sciences | 601-650 |
Times Higher Education Rankings 2024
| University | Country |
| Nanyang Technological University, Singapore | Singapore |
| Paris Sciences et Lettres – PSL Research University Paris | France |
| The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Hong Kong |
| City University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong |
| Université Paris-Saclay | France |
| Institut Polytechnique de Paris | France |
| The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong |
| Sorbonne University | France |
| Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH) | South Korea |
| Maastricht University | Netherlands |
| University of Technology Sydney | Australia |
| University of Antwerp | Belgium |
| Sant’Anna School of Advanced Studies – Pisa | Italy |
| University of Macau | Macao |
| Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST) | South Korea |
| University of Wollongong | Australia |
| Queensland University of Technology | Australia |
| University of Potsdam | Germany |
| Université Paris Cité | France |
| University of Luxembourg | Luxembourg |
