Goa, June 21 -- India has marked a historic achievement in the QS World University Rankings 2026, with 54 institutions making it to the list-its highest-ever representation to date. This milestone positions India as the fourth most represented country globally, trailing only the United States, United Kingdom, and China. The rise signals a dramatic 390% growth in India's representation over the past decade, underlining its growing global stature in higher education.

Among the Indian entries, the University of Delhi stands out with a remarkable score of 98.9 in employment outcomes-the highest among Indian institutions. Despite its overall global rank of 328, this performance showcases its strength in producing job-ready graduates. However,...