NIRF National Benchmarking
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was launched by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, to rank higher educational institutions across the country. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam University actively participates in NIRF across Overall, Engineering, Pharmacy, and Management categories, upholding absolute transparency and academic rigor.
Five Core Dimensions of NIRF
Teaching, Learning & Resources
TLRStudent strength including doctoral students, faculty-student ratio with emphasis on permanent faculty, faculty qualifications (Ph.D.), and financial resources utilization for capital & operational expenditures.
Research and Professional Practice
RPCCombined metric for publications in peer-reviewed Scopus & Web of Science journals, citations impact, intellectual property rights (patents published & granted), and sponsored research projects.
Graduation Outcomes
GOMetric for university examinations pass percentages, median salary of placed graduates, number of students selected for higher studies in top national/international institutions, and Ph.D. scholars graduated.
Outreach and Inclusivity
OIPercentage of students from other states and countries, percentage of women students and faculty (gender diversity), facilities for physically challenged students (Divyangjan), and economic/social inclusion.
Perception
PRAcademic peer perception and employer perception surveys conducted nationally, reflecting institutional goodwill, alumni prominence, and industry reputation.
Mandatory NIRF Data Capturing System (DCS) Disclosures
| Year | Discipline / Category & Document | Category | Document |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 |
NIRF Data Capturing System (DCS) - Full University Report 2026
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Overall Institutional Category | |
| 2026 |
NIRF Engineering DCS - College & School of Engineering 2026
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Engineering Discipline | |
| 2026 |
NIRF Pharmacy DCS - College & School of Pharmacy 2026
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Pharmacy Discipline | |
| 2026 |
NIRF Management DCS - School of Business Administration 2026
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Management Discipline | |
| 2025 |
NIRF Complete Institutional Disclosure Report 2025
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Overall Institutional Category | |
| 2024 |
NIRF Institutional Data Submission & Audit Disclosure 2024
Ministry of Education Benchmark Data
|
Overall Institutional Category |
NIRF Data Queries & Feedback
In accordance with NIRF public disclosure norms, stakeholders (students, parents, employers, and faculty) can submit inquiries or comments on data disclosures to the Nodal Officer.
Need More Information?
For statutory documentation or academic queries regarding NIRF, reach out to the Registrar Office.