In a significant milestone for Indian legal education, National Law University Delhi (NLU Delhi) has made its debut in the prestigious QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026 for Law & Legal Studies, securing a position in the 201–250 global band, with an overall subject rank of 223.
This achievement marks a decisive step in positioning NLU Delhi on the global academic map. Out of nearly 1,800 institutions evaluated worldwide, only about 400 institutions were ranked, underscoring the highly competitive nature of the rankings. Notably, only eight institutions from India have featured in this category, and among the National Law Universities, only National Law School of India University ranks higher, placing NLU Delhi firmly within the top tier of legal education in the country.
What makes this accomplishment particularly noteworthy is the nature of NLU Delhi’s entry. As a new entrant, the University has directly secured a position within a competitive global band, reflecting its strong performance across key parameters such as academic reputation, employer reputation, research citations, H-index, and international research collaborations.
Over the past few years, NLU Delhi has undertaken a series of strategic initiatives to strengthen its academic and research ecosystem. These include enhancing the quality and volume of indexed research publications, expanding international academic partnerships, and increasing its participation in global academic networks and surveys. These efforts collectively represent a deliberate institutional approach aimed at aligning the University’s teaching, research, and policy engagement with global standards.
This recognition is not merely a milestone but a stepping stone toward greater excellence. The University remains committed to deepening its research impact, expanding global collaborations, and contributing meaningfully to the development of law, justice, and public policy at both national and international levels.
On this occasion, Prof. (Dr.) G.S. Bajpai, Vice-Chancellor, NLU Delhi, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the leadership, faculty, staff, students, and all stakeholders for their unwavering support and contributions. He emphasized that this recognition reflects the collective efforts of the entire university community and reinforces NLU Delhi’s commitment to academic and institutional excellence.