The University of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (UAJK), Muzaffarabad, has earned significant international recognition, securing places in two major global university ranking systems for 2026, Associated Press of Pakistan reported.
In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, UAJK has been placed in the 1201–1400 global band. The university secured 39th position in Pakistan and the 1st position in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, according to a press release.
THE rankings assess universities on teaching, research environment, research quality, international outlook and industry engagement. UAJK also featured in the THE subject rankings, placed in the 801–1000 global band for Engineering.
In another milestone, the university made its debut in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings 2026, securing 1,229th position globally, 734th in Asia, 72nd in Pakistan and again 1st in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The GreenMetric rankings evaluate universities on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
University officials said the recognition reflects continuing efforts to strengthen academic quality, research output and international engagement.
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