University of Hyderabad

HYDERABAD, INDIA — The University of Hyderabad (UoH), one of India's premier central institutions and a recognized Institution of Eminence (IoE), has successfully been ranked among the world’s elite higher education institutions in the newly released QS World University Rankings 2027.

In the latest annual edition published by global higher education analyst Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), the University of Hyderabad is ranked globally within the 851–900 band, maintaining its position as one of India's leading multi-disciplinary public universities. This year 1,500 institutions were evaluated across more than 100 locations worldwide with the addition of 98 new institutions.

The global evaluation reflects UoH’s ongoing institutional strengths, particularly across parameters tracking research impact, academic output, and teaching quality. The university's official scores across the primary QS evaluation metrics include: Citations per Faculty (48.1); Sustainability (53.4); International Research Network (28.9); Faculty-Student Ratio (18.5); Academic Reputation (17.1); Employment Outcomes (6.1); Employer Reputation (5.6); International Student Ratio (2.4) and International Faculty Ratio (1.8).

• Academic Reputation & Faculty Caliber: The university continues to secure competitive performance marks in academic peer perception (17.1). Crucially, UoH boasts a phenomenal score of 98.1 in staff holding PhDs, highlighting a world-class instructional body.

• Research & Environmental Impact: Backed by a strong 48.1 in Citations per Faculty, UoH remains a powerhouse of scientific and scholarly breakthroughs. Additionally, its impressive 53.4 in Sustainability reflects the university's deep institutional commitment to environmental stewardship and impactful green research.

Read more at: https://herald.uohyd.ac.in/university-of-hyderabad-among-the-global-elite-in-qs-world-university-rankings-2027/

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Dharmendra Pradhan

Ministry of Education

University Grants Commission

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Hyderabad Central University

Prioritizing mental and physical well-being amidst tight academic and administrative schedules, the University of Hyderabad (UoH) hosted its “5 Minutes Yoga at Workplace” session today, June 18, 2026, at the Registrar Conference Hall in the Administration Building.

The interactive session was organized as a key highlight of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 Countdown Activities, demonstrating that a busy workday is no excuse to neglect personal health.

The wellness drive witnessed enthusiastic participation from the university's core leadership and administrative machinery, including:

• The Registrar, Dr. Devesh Nigam, who led by example alongside senior university officers.
• Dedicated staff and administration personnel working within the building, who stepped away from their desks to collectively invest in their long-term health.

Led by expert instructors, the participants were guided through simple, mindful stretches and deep-breathing techniques specifically tailored to be done right at an office workstation without any special equipment.

The session focused on practical, daily tools to:
• Relieve stress and eliminate mid-day mental fatigue.
• Improve sitting posture and ease muscular tension built up from desk work.
• Boost focus and productivity, fostering a more positive and energetic campus work environment.

By stepping back to pause, breathe, and stretch, the UoH administration team proved that a healthy outside truly starts from within, reinforcing the university's commitment to building a healthier, happier, and more productive workplace.

Thanks to Dr.Siddhartha Anandesi (Assistant Director of Physical Education) and the entire PES team for driving this wellness initiative and helping build a healthier, happier, and more productive campus culture!



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Dharmendra Pradhan

Ministry of Education

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Hyderabad Central University

Mr. Javid Yousuf who did his M. Phil in Urdu 2020-2022 at University of Hyderabad and later in 2023 joined for Ph.D under the supervision of Prof. Zahidul Haque has qualified for the post of Lecturer conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (JKPSC).

Mr. Yousuf considers this achievement a significant milestone in his academic journey and he remains deeply grateful for the constant guidance, encouragement and support throughout my studies at the University of Hyderabad.

Congratulations and best wishes to Javid Yousuf.



University of Hyderabad

Dharmendra Pradhan

Ministry of Education

University Grants Commission

Press Trust of India - PTI

Press Information Bureau - PIB, Government of India

Hyderabad Central University

As part of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2026 Countdown Activities, the Indira Gandhi Memorial (IGM) Library at the University of Hyderabad, in collaboration with the Department of Physical Education & Sports (PES), organized a highly impactful “5 Minutes Yoga at Workplace” session today at the Library's Competitive Cell.

In today’s fast-paced corporate and academic environments, stress and long hours at a desk can take a toll on our health. Speaking at the event, Dr. O. Sivasankar Prasad, University Librarian (I/c), highlighted how integrating even a brief 5-minute yoga break into our daily routines can drastically reduce stress, improve concentration, fix posture, and promote a healthier work-life balance.

Led by the expert PES Yoga Instructor Team, faculty members, officers, staff, and students came together to learn simple, equipment-free postures and breathing exercises designed to instantly rejuvenate mind and body.

A huge thank you to Dr. Siddhartha Anandesi (Assistant Director of Physical Education) and the entire PES team for driving this wellness initiative and helping build a healthier, happier, and more productive campus culture!

Global Recognition: University of Hyderabad Alumni Lead Agri-Biotech Expansion at Bharat Innovates 2026

The global impact of the University of Hyderabad (UoH) alumni network was proudly showcased on the international stage at Bharat Innovates 2026. This prestigious national initiative, designed to present India's deep-tech breakthroughs to the world, hosted its international showcase in , , from June 14–16, 2026.

Among the select group of 120 high-potential deep-tech startups representing India's rising leadership in innovation and entrepreneurship was ATGC Biotech Pvt. Ltd., a pioneering company co-founded by two distinguished alumni, Dr. Markandeya Gorantla and Dr. V.B. Reddy.

The event took place alongside high-level India–France bilateral engagements organized during Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visit to France. Bharat Innovates 2026 served as an elite gathering point for India’s most promising minds across biotechnology, healthcare, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, sustainability, space technology, and advanced manufacturing.

Both founders trace their scientific roots back to the Department of Plant Sciences at the University of Hyderabad:

Dr. Markandeya Gorantla Gorantla completed his Ph.D. in Plant Sciences (2000–2004) and served as a Senior Research Fellow (2000–2002) in the department. He currently serves as the Chairman & Managing Director of ATGC Biotech.

Dr. V.B. Reddy earned his http://M.Sc. in Plant Sciences (2000–2002), followed by an Advanced Post-Graduate Diploma in Bioinformatics (2002–2003), and completed his Ph.D. in Plant Sciences (2003–2007) at the University. He now serves as the company's Executive Director.

Read more at: https://herald.uohyd.ac.in/global-recognition-university-of-hyderabad-alumni-lead-agri-biotech-expansion-at-bharat-innovates-2026/



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Prof. Irfan Ahmad Ghazi from the Department of Plant Sciences, School of Life Sciences at the University of Hyderabad, India was awarded "The Best Presentation Award" at the 8th International Conference on Bacterial Blight of Rice (ICBB08). The prestigious global event was hosted by the School of Agriculture and Biology at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, , , from June 11–15, 2026.

The triennial conference is the premier global forum for research on rice-Xanthomonas interactions, a major threat to worldwide rice production. This year's event drew over 200 leading scientists from across the globe, featuring 52 scientific talks—including 10 keynote speeches—and extensive poster sessions. Prominent international figures in attendance included Prof. Jan Leach (Colorado State University, USA), Dr. Van Schepler Luu and Dr. Casiana Vera Cruz (IRRI, Philippines), Prof. Frank White (University of Florida, USA), Prof. Wolf B. Frommer (Heinrich-Heine University, Germany), and Dr. Jian-Min Zhou from the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Prof. Ghazi delivered a highly acclaimed presentation titled, “Integrative analysis of allelic diversity and metabolomic signatures of Xa27 and Xa23 reveals novel resistance resources in wild Oryza for bacterial blight management.” The presented research was spearheaded by his PhD student, Dr. Prajna Priyadarshini Das.

Using 114 Indian wild rice relatives, Prof. Ghazi demonstrated how two executor resistance genes, Xa27 and Xa23, confer broad-spectrum immunity against diverse races of Xanthomonas oryzae pv. oryzae (Xoo). His talk highlighted the nucleotide diversity, locus features, and metabolomic profiles of these genes, proving that Indian wild rice relatives hold massive potential as genetic resources for breeding climate-resilient, disease-resistant crops.

This award-winning research was conducted in collaboration with Dr. R.M. Sundaram, Dr. G.S. Laha, and Dr. Girish from the ICAR-Indian Institute of Rice Research (IIRR), who provided vital germplasms, pathogen strains, and field study assistance.

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From Chemical Engineering to Management Education, Healthcare Systems and Global Supply Chains, Dr. G.V.R.K. Acharyulu’s journey reflects the power of knowledge, leadership and institution-building. 🎓✨

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. G.V.R.K. Acharyulu, Dean, School of Management Studies, University of Hyderabad (UoH), on being recognized by IndiaSpark as the “Academic Visionary and Face of India – 2026.” 🇮🇳

This landmark recognition celebrates his transformative contribution to management education, healthcare management and supply chain thinking, and stands as a proud moment for the University of Hyderabad community.

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University of Hyderabad Announces M.Sc. Biotechnology Admissions for 2026–27 Academic Year via GAT-B Examination

​The University of Hyderabad, recognized nationally as an Institution of Eminence, has officially opened online applications for admission to its prestigious Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Biotechnology programme for the upcoming academic year 2026–27.

This elite technical programme offers a total intake of 29 seats, carefully allocated across various categories to meet central educational standards.

The specific seat breakdown comprises 11 seats for the General (GE) category, 5 for Scheduled Castes (SC), 2 for Scheduled Tribes (ST), 8 for Other Backward Classes (OBC), and 3 for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), alongside 1 horizontal seat reserved for Physically Handicapped (PH) candidates and 0 for Deployed Personnel (DP).

​The admission to this competitive programme will be granted strictly based on performance in the Graduate Aptitude Test-Biotechnology (GAT-B) 2026 examination, which was independently administered by the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB). Consequently, only prospective students who possess valid scores and officially appeared for the GAT-B 2026 exam are eligible to apply.

​Aspiring candidates must keep several critical academic deadlines in mind to ensure their eligibility. The final date for submitting online applications is strictly set for 7th July 2026. Following the processing of applications, the university will publish its official first merit list on 10th July 2026. Shortlisted candidates will then be required to participate in the physical admission counselling and original document verification process on 20th July 2026, ahead of the immediate commencement of academic classes on 21st July 2026.

https://uohydadm.samarth.edu.in/2026/index.php

Prospective student applicants who meet these criteria are strongly advised to visit the university’s dedicated academic portals at http://acad.uohyd.ac.in or http://www.uohyd.ac.in.



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