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In a landmark moment for Indian higher education, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham has secured a Top 50 global position in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2025, which evaluate universities worldwide for their progress on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). With an overall global rank of 41, Amrita has emerged as India’s highest SDG impact university, redefining the role of academia in shaping a sustainable future.



Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham ranks:

5th globally for SDG 4 – Quality Education

6th globally for SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy

14th globally for SDG 5 – Gender Equality

29th globally for SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being

63rd globally for SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

66th globally for SDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation

88th globally for SDG 13 – Climate Action



This year’s Impact Rankings were the most competitive ever, with over 2,540 universities from 130 countries. Among them, India emerged as the most represented nation with 148 institutions, yet Amrita stood apart—recognized for its deep-rooted impact, transformational research, and a mission-led approach to global challenges.



At the heart of this success is the vision of Chancellor Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi (Amma)—to harmonize compassion, science, and service. Amrita's model is built on this foundation, integrating world-class academics with ground-level impact.



“This global recognition is a testament to our commitment to compassion-driven innovation,” said Dr. Maneesha V. Ramesh, Provost, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and UNESCO Chair On Experiential Learning For Sustainable Innovation & Development, Dean at Amrita School for Sustainable Futures. “We are not just building universities. We are co-creating resilient communities and sustainable futures.



Powering Progress Through Data and Impact

Amrita earned perfect scores (100/100) in several critical metrics:

Lifelong learning initiatives

University spin-offs and innovation translation

Women’s progress and student access

Clean energy and water sustainability programs

Education for SDGs and community engagement



Live-in-Labs®: Innovation Beyond the Classroom

Amrita’s flagship Live-in-Labs® program has delivered 150+ real-world projects across 25 Indian states, impacting over one million people—from clean water to rural electrification to healthcare access. The World Economic Forum recently highlighted Amrita’s approach as a model for sustainability-focused education that blends traditional wisdom with advanced science.