The National Institutional Ranking Framework has published the NIRF 2024 ranking for the best colleges in India. In the ‘college’ category, Hindu College, Delhi, has jumped to the first position from the previous year displacing Miranda House, Delhi which had occupied the first position for the last eight years. Out of the top 10 colleges in this year’s list, six are from Delhi University, which shows that these colleges are still performing well in the academic arena.
NIRF Ranking 2024: Top 10 Colleges in India
Here is a closer look at the top 10 colleges as per the NIRF Ranking 2024:
| Rank | College | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hindu College | Delhi |
| 2 | Miranda House | Delhi |
| 3 | St. Stephen’s College | Delhi |
| 3 | Rama Krishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College | Kolkata |
| 5 | Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College | Delhi |
| 6 | St. Xavier’s College | Kolkata |
| 7 | PSGR Krishnammal College for Women | Coimbatore |
| 8 | Loyola College | Chennai |
| 9 | Kirori Mal College | Delhi |
| 10 | Lady Shri Ram College for Women | Delhi |
Key Highlights
- Hindu College has claimed the top position this year, moving up from second place last year.
- Miranda House has shifted to the second position after holding the top spot for eight consecutive years.
- St. Stephen’s College and Rama Krishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College have tied for the third rank.
- Delhi University maintains a strong presence with six of its colleges in the top 10.
These rankings are based on several factors such as teaching effectiveness, research output, graduation statistics, activity, and popularity.