Kathmandu University

Kathmandu University ranks #2,520 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 64.79 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 2520 | Overall Score 64.79 |
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Top Country #1

Top Asia #992

Top World #2,520

Kathmandu University National Ranking Excellence Award

About Kathmandu University

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Kathmandu University, located in Nepal, stands out for its commitment to academic excellence and research. Established to promote higher education in Nepal, Kathmandu University emphasizes critical thinking and innovation, preparing students to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world. The university's picturesque campus and supportive community create an enriching environment for learning and personal growth. Kathmandu University is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

Kathmandu University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 4 August 2026 | Updated 4 August 2026

Overall Score
64.79
Global Rank
#2,520
Regional Rank
#992
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

Kathmandu University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Kathmandu University’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

70.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

68 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

62.3 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

55.5 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

60 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

60.2 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

64.8 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

55 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

54 / 100

Institutional Awards

50 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

60 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

58 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

60 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

62 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

65 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

60 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

57.5 / 100

Quality of Employment

63 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

58 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

56 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

60 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

54 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

59 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

57 / 100

International Student Support

58 / 100

International Students & Faculty

61 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

59 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

60 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

62 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

61 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

60 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

65 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

64 / 100

Research Output & Scale

66 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

63 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

58 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

67 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

60 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

63 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

65.5 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

62 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

63.5 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

61 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

62 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

60 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

64.5 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

65 / 100

Student Support Services

62 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

55 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

57 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

56 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

55 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

57 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

58 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

56 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

58 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

60 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

59 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

60 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

58 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

59 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

60 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

61 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

60 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

57 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

59 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

64 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

60 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

62 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

63 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

65 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

64 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

65 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

61 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

66 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

63 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

62 / 100

Kathmandu University Historical Rankings

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Historical ranking data for Kathmandu University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1991 NA #5273
1992 NA #5273
1993 NA #5599
1994 NA #5273
1995 NA #5273
1996 NA #5273
1997 NA #5367
1998 NA #5273
1999 NA #5273
2000 NA #6558
2001 NA #5959
2002 NA #5707
2003 NA #6432
2004 NA #6432
2005 NA #6022
2006 NA #5991
2007 NA #5959
2008 NA #6306
2009 NA #5518
2010 NA #6243
2011 NA #6778
2012 NA #5107
2013 NA #6210
2014 NA #5133
2015 NA #5038
2016 NA #3485
2017 NA #3556
2018 NA #3556
2019 NA #3399
2020 NA #3382
2021 NA #3440
2022 NA #2554
2023 62 #2541
2024 61.64 #2541
2025 62.64 #2553
2026 62.64 #2553
2027 64.79 #2520

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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