What is the story about?
The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2026 is released every year to present a comprehensive picture of the world’s leading universities
in computer science. It highlights the institutions that excel in teaching, research, and global impact. The 2026 computer science rankings assess performance across key disciplines, including software development and engineering, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, and computer networks. These areas reflect how universities are responding to rapid technological change and growing industry demand. This time the University of Oxford has secured the top position globally. Peking University has entered the global top 10 for the first time.
Indian Institutes in Computer Science World University Rankings 2026 (Top 200)
| Rank (Global) | Institution Name | Country |
|---|---|---|
| 96 | Indian Institute of Science | India |
| 251–300 | Amity University, Noida | India |
| 301–400 | Jamia Millia Islamia | India |
| 301–400 | Symbiosis International University | India |
| 301–400 | Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology | India |
| 401–500 | Aligarh Muslim University | India |
| 401–500 | Indian Institute of Technology Indore | India |
| 401–500 | International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad | India |
| 401–500 | KIIT University | India |
| 401–500 | Lovely Professional University | India |
| 401–500 | Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences | India |
| 401–500 | VIT University | India |
Where was IISc Bengaluru positioned last year?
The Times Higher Education (THE) released the World University Rankings by Subject 2025 on January 24, 2025.The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru was the only Indian institution to secure a spot among the global top 100 in computer science.
IISc Bengaluru achieved a milestone by entering the top 100 for the first time, ranking 99th in the subject rankings. The jump is particularly notable, as the institute was placed in the 251–300 band in 2025.
Delhi University (DU) also featured in the rankings, placed in the 301+ band, and emerged as the only Indian university to be listed among the world’s leading institutions in the subjects of law and psychology. Check previous year rankings here.
