Global Employability Rankings 2025: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, ranked 28th, is among the top 250 universities worldwide for graduate employability, according to the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey (GEURS) 2025.
This GEURS 2025 ranking, produced by French consultancy Emerging and featured in collaboration with Times Higher Education, shows the growing emphasis employers place on adaptability and work experience, including internships, when evaluating candidates.
Top ten Indian institutes making it to the global list
While IIT Delhi slipped one spot from last year, the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru climbed eight places to secure the 47th position, making it the second Indian university in the top 50.
Other notable Indian entries include IIT Bombay, ranked 60th (up from 62nd last year), IIT Kharagpur at 141, and IIM Ahmedabad at 160. IIT Madras moved up 21 places to 214, while the University of Delhi improved to 219 from 237. Amity University holds the 225th position, and Anna University debuted at 237. Bangalore University is ranked 249th.
Universities which emerged as global leaders with the top spots
Globally, the United States dominated the rankings with 52 universities in the top 250, led by MIT and Caltech retaining their top two positions. Similarly, Asia showed notable growth, with 52 institutions making the list—three more than last year—signaling an increased recognition of the region’s higher education quality and employability standards.
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GEURS 2025 Ranking Methodology Explained
The Global Employability University Ranking and Survey (GEURS) is unique in being the only ranking of the world’s top 250 universities exclusively based on employers’ direct assessments of graduate employability. Its methodology involves a multi-step process designed to provide a thorough evaluation of universities’ abilities to prepare students for the workforce. Below is a detailed breakdown of the methodology:
Employer Insights
The process begins with a survey where employers worldwide share their insights on the challenges faced in future training and their expectations from higher education institutions. These responses form the foundation for understanding industry needs and aligning university performance with employability metrics.
Voting Process
In the next phase, employers are asked to vote for universities based on their employability performance. Over 1,000 universities worldwide are evaluated, and only qualified international managers participate. Each respondent, vetted for their influence in the recruitment process, is given up to 10 votes, ensuring a comprehensive and credible selection process.
University Selection
The universities with the highest overall votes are included in the annual GEURS Top 250 Employability Ranking. This step reflects the collective global opinion of employers about which institutions best prepare students for the demands of the job market.
Performance Justification
Once the universities are selected, voters provide justifications for their choices. They apply up to six criteria from a pool of 35 suggested categories, offering a detailed rationale for their rankings.
