CHRIST University Rises to 101st in World Innovation Rankings, Secures Top 10 in Key Global Categories
BENGALURU | July 12, 2025 – CHRIST (Deemed to be University) has achieved a significant milestone by ranking 101st in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) 2025, marking a dramatic rise from its 172nd position in 2024. The recognition underscores the institution's steady growth in fostering creativity, innovation, and societal impact in higher education.
WURI, an international platform that evaluates universities based on real contributions to society, innovative programs, and creative problem-solving models, reviewed a record 1,253 universities from 87 countries, with 4,866 proposals submitted across six thematic categories.
Top 10 Global Performance in 3 Key Categories
Beyond its global rank of 101, CHRIST University made it to the Top 10 globally in three major categories:
- 4th in Student Support and Engagement
- 5th in Entrepreneurial Spirit
- 9th in Technology Development and Application
These results place the university among some of the world’s leading institutions actively contributing to student-centered learning, entrepreneurship promotion, and technology integration in academics.
Leadership Reaction
Dr. Fr. Jose C.C., Vice Chancellor of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), expressed pride in the achievement and reaffirmed the university's mission.
“This recognition reflects CHRIST University’s dedication to innovation, scholarship, and service. We will continue to create learning environments that challenge students to think creatively, act ethically, and lead meaningfully,” he said.
About WURI Rankings
The World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) are curated annually to highlight institutions making a real-world impact beyond traditional academic parameters. Unlike conventional rankings that focus heavily on research output and citations, WURI emphasizes:
- Innovation and entrepreneurship
- Ethical and social responsibility
- Crisis management
- Student support mechanisms
- Industrial application
These criteria better align with emerging educational models needed to address 21st-century challenges, from climate change and technology disruption to inclusive development.
CHRIST University’s Innovation Trajectory
CHRIST (Deemed to be University), based in Bengaluru, has long emphasized interdisciplinary education, entrepreneurship, and global engagement. The institution is known for integrating technology in pedagogy and encouraging students to co-create solutions to societal issues.
Its consistent ranking in WURI reflects this pedagogical evolution, especially in areas of student empowerment, startup culture, and applied technology in curriculum and community service.
Final Thoughts
CHRIST University's jump in the WURI 2025 rankings is not just a symbol of academic prestige but a testament to its evolving role in shaping socially responsible, innovative, and entrepreneurial graduates. As global education pivots toward impact-driven models, institutions like CHRIST are showing that meaningful learning goes far beyond textbooks and tests.
With strong leadership, a student-first approach, and a culture of continuous innovation, CHRIST is positioning itself as one of India’s leading universities in the global innovation landscape.
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