Several Pakistani universities have been featured in the Times World University Rankings by Subject 2025.
In the latest 2025 World University Rankings by Subject published by Times Higher Education (THE), Pakistani universities have made remarkable progress across multiple disciplines, highlighting a significant achievement for the nation’s higher education sector. These rankings, which assess institutions based on academic performance and research impact, showcase the impressive advancements of several Pakistani universities in specialized fields. Here’s an overview of their performance in key disciplines:
Business and Economics
Computer Science
Education Studies
Engineering
Life Sciences
Medical Health
Physical Sciences
Psychology
Social Sciences
Unfortunately, no Pakistani universities are ranked in the world rankings for Law or Arts and Humanities.
Advancements in Pakistani Universities’ Rankings
The 2025 World University Rankings by Subject reflect the ongoing efforts and investments by Pakistani universities to strengthen their research capabilities, promote academic excellence, and foster innovation. As the global educational landscape continues to evolve, these institutions are well-positioned to play a significant role in shaping the future of knowledge and discovery.
The recognition earned by Pakistani universities in the 2025 World University Rankings highlights their resilience, commitment, and relentless pursuit of academic distinction in a competitive international field. With continued support and strategic investments, these institutions are set to further enhance Pakistan’s presence in the global higher education scene.
Ranking Criteria
QS employs five key components to rank universities in the World University Subject Rankings:
- Academic Reputation
- Employer Reputation
- Research Citations Per Paper
- H-index
- International Research Network
The first two criteria are based on international surveys of academics and employers, measuring the global reputation of institutions within specific subjects.
The next two indicators focus on evaluating research impact and productivity. The H-index is an important metric used to assess the influence and output of research. Data for these indicators is sourced from Scopus, the world’s most comprehensive research citation database.
Finally, the International Research Network reflects the extent of an institution’s global research collaboration.