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Central University of Technology

Central University of Technology ranks #2,926 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 61.94 out of 100. It ranks #19 nationally.

| Global Rank 2926 | Overall Score 61.94 |
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University rankings in South Africa University rankings in Africa

Top Country #19

Top Africa #89

Top World #2,926

About Central University of Technology

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Central University of Technology is a significant educational institution in South Africa, known for its commitment to academic excellence and research innovation. The university offers a diverse array of programs that cater to the interests of its student body, fostering a collaborative and engaging academic environment. Its focus on community service and research initiatives enhances its role in contributing to the socio-economic development of South Africa. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Central University of Technology Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score
61.94
Global Rank
#2,926
Regional Rank
#89
Country Rank
#19
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Central University of Technology Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Central University of Technology’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

66 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

65 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

64.5 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

60 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

58 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

63 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

62.5 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

56 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

59 / 100

Institutional Awards

55 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

57 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

53 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

61.5 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

62 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

60 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

61 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

59.5 / 100

Quality of Employment

63 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

58 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

57 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

59.5 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

56 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

56.5 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

58 / 100

International Student Support

57 / 100

International Students & Faculty

55 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

54.5 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

54 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

59 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

58 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

58.5 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

61.5 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

60 / 100

Research Output & Scale

62 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

60.5 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

62 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

62 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

59.5 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

61.5 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

63 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

61 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

61 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

58.5 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

60 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

60.5 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

60 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

62.5 / 100

Student Support Services

63 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

58.5 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

60 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

60 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

59 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

60.5 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

60 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

58 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

62 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

61 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

59.5 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

61.5 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

57 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

59.5 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

61 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

59 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

58 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

58 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

60 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

63 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

64 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

61.5 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

62 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

64 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

62 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

62.5 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

64.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

63 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

61 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

60 / 100

Central University of Technology Historical Rankings

Explore Central University of Technology's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Central University of Technology

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
YearOverall ScoreGlobal Rank
1989NA#7987
1990NA#7851
1991NA#7987
1992NA#7987
1993NA#8148
1994NA#7987
1995NA#7987
1996NA#7987
1997NA#7909
1998NA#7987
1999NA#7987
2000NA#8953
2001NA#10573
2002NA#9763
2003NA#8953
2004NA#8683
2005NA#8683
2006NA#8197
2007NA#9763
2008NA#8953
2009NA#9763
2010NA#8683
2011NA#8251
2012NA#9797
2013NA#9778
2014NA#10590
2015NA#8177
2016NA#4482
2017NA#4562
2018NA#4562
2019NA#3488
2020NA#3471
2021NA#3675
202356#3310
202455.92#3310
202557.97#3258
202657.97#3258
202761.94#2926

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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