KIIT secures No. 1 position in India in 3 SDGs in THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026

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Bhubaneswar: The Ciyt-based KIIT University has achieved another proud milestone in the Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026, securing the 101–200 global rank band and 4th position overall in India.

KIIT had a very humble beginning, but it has made its mark globally through rankings, accreditations and quality education. Today, KIIT stands with confidence among the reputed universities of the world. In India too, it has made a significant impact as a leading university.

KIIT has secured:

• 1st position in India in three SDGs — SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 14: Life Below Water, and SDG 16: Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions.
• 2nd position in India in two SDGs — SDG 9: Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure, and SDG 15: Life on Land.
• 3rd position in India in three SDGs — SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 6: Clean Water & Sanitation, and SDG 7: Affordable & Clean Energy.

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All remaining SDGs are within the Top 10 in India.

Meanwhile, KIIT-KISS founder Achyuta Samanta expressed his happiness over the achievement and said, ‘Slow and steady wins the race, and this journey of KIIT proves that sincere effort, discipline and faith always bring results.”

“This recognition belongs to all our students, faculty, staff and well-wishers of KIIT and KISS. We will continue to work with humility and responsibility for a better and more sustainable world,” he added.

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