IIT ISM Dhanbad ranked 21st globally in Mineral and Mining Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026

¨   IIT ISM Dhanbad ranked 21st globally in Mineral and Mining Engineering in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.

¨     The institute has retained its position as the top-ranked institution in India in this specialised field.

¨     In Petroleum Engineering, the institute has been placed in the 151–175 global rank band while securing the 4th position in India.

¨   Mechanical Engineering has been included for the first time in the rankings with a global position in the 501–575 band.

¨     The institute has also achieved the 110th rank in the QS World University Rankings Southern Asia 2026.

¨     This achievement reflects the institute’s consistent focus on quality education, research, and innovation.

¨     The performance highlights the strengthening of India’s global presence in engineering and mining education.

¨  The institute, established in 1926, continues to build its reputation as a premier centre for technical education.