evidence: Several Indian universities have shown notable improvements in this year's rankings. Anna University, Mahatma Gandhi University, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences, and Shoolini University of Biotechnology and Management Sciences all broke into the 401-500 band. Each of these institutions scored between 46.0 and 49.2, marking significant progress in their global positioning. [...] This year's rankings highlight the competitive global education landscape, with Indian universities working to improve their standing. Despite IISc’s slip, other institutions are emerging as strong contenders on the world stage, reflecting a promising upward trend for India's higher education sector. THE World University Rankings 2025: Top 10 Indian Universities 2025 vs. 2024: How Did Indian Universities Fare in THE Rankings Over the These Two Years?In a year-to-year comparison, Indian universities have experienced a mix of progress in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025. While some institutions have improved their global standing, others have seen a noticeable drop in rankings.