University of Colombo

University of Colombo ranks #1,066 globally in the UNIRANKS 2027 World University Rankings with an overall score of 78.31 out of 100. It ranks #1 nationally.

| Global Rank 1066 | Overall Score 78.31 |
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Top Country #1

Top Asia #326

Top World #1,066

University of Colombo National Ranking Excellence Award

About University of Colombo

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The University of Colombo, established in 1921, is the oldest university in Sri Lanka and has a rich history of academic excellence. Located in the heart of Colombo, it offers a wide array of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including humanities, sciences, and social sciences. The university is known for its research initiatives that contribute to national development and has a vibrant student community that engages in various extracurricular activities. It is recognized and verified by UNIRANKS.

University of Colombo Rankings 2027

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

Overall Score
78.31
Global Rank
#1,066
Regional Rank
#326
Country Rank
#1
Institution Status
Recognized, Verified

University of Colombo Overall Rankings 2027

Explore University of Colombo’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

82.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

77.5 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

75 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

70 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

73 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

78 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

80 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

70 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

70 / 100

Institutional Awards

65 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

68 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

60 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

72 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

74 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

75 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

72 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

70 / 100

Quality of Employment

73 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

70 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

72 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

70 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

66 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

65 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

62 / 100

International Student Support

58 / 100

International Students & Faculty

60 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

60 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

55 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

63 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

62 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

64 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

65 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

66 / 100

Research Output & Scale

68 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

60 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

67 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

75 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

71 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

72 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

76 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

73 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

72 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

68 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

68 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

69 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

70 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

74 / 100

Student Support Services

70 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

68 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

69 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

68 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

70 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

72 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

73 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

70 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

75 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

75 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

74 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

77 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

70 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

69 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

71 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

74 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

72 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

68 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

73 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

77 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

76 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

74 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

75 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

78 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

76 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

74 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

72 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

77 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

75 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

73 / 100

University of Colombo Historical Rankings

Explore University of Colombo'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 University of Colombo

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year Overall Score Global Rank
1980 NA #2019
1981 NA #2021
1982 NA #2013
1983 NA #2017
1984 NA #2029
1985 NA #2017
1986 NA #1971
1987 NA #1971
1988 NA #1934
1989 NA #1971
1990 NA #1922
1991 NA #1971
1992 NA #1971
1993 NA #2023
1994 NA #1971
1995 NA #1971
1996 NA #1971
1997 NA #1944
1998 NA #1971
1999 NA #1971
2000 NA #2129
2001 NA #2093
2002 NA #2093
2003 NA #2093
2004 NA #2093
2005 NA #2025
2006 NA #2032
2007 NA #2075
2008 NA #2075
2009 NA #2075
2010 NA #2129
2011 NA #2075
2012 NA #2142
2013 NA #2187
2014 NA #2135
2015 NA #2034
2016 NA #1909
2017 NA #1946
2018 NA #1946
2019 NA #2637
2020 NA #2623
2021 NA #2506
2022 NA #1531
2023 75 #1158
2024 74.66 #1158
2025 74.94 #1147
2026 74.94 #1147
2027 78.31 #1066

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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