Three Indian Institutes of Management — IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, IIM Calcutta along with Indian School of Business (ISB) Hyderabad have featured in the world’s top 100 MBA courses, according to QS rankings 2025 announced on Wednesday. The three IIMs have also been ranked among the top 50 for employability.
A total of 14 Indian institutes have been featured in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2024. This includes IIM Kozhikode which made its debut in rankings and has been placed in the 151-200 band. The Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, and Somaiya Vidyavihar University which have also made their debut this have made it to the 251+ band.
On the other hand, Stanford School of Business, US continues to be at the top spot among B-schools for the fifth consecutive year followed by Penn (Wharton) and Harvard Business School. While London Business School has grabbed the fourth spot, HEC Paris has been placed in the overall fifth spot.
QS Rankings 2025: Best Indian Institutes In The Global MBA Rankings
IIM Bangalore — Rank 48
IIM Ahmedabad — Rank 53
IIM Calcutta — Rank 59
ISB Hyderabad– Rank 78
“These rankings offer independent insights for career-driven students navigating the global business education landscape. detailed comparative analysis, these rankings help prospective students make informed decisions about programmes that align with their career goals. Whether aiming to lead in corporations, innovate in start-ups, or impact the public sector, students can use these insights as they shape their professional paths,” said QS CEO Jessica Turner.
“Indian institutions are increasingly nurturing leaders prepared to navigate today’s complex and dynamic business environments. The strong showing of IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, and IIM Calcutta — particularly in employability and alumni impact — demonstrates India’s ability to shape top-tier global talent. However, ongoing challenges related to internationalisation and gender diversity remain critical areas for improvement. Bridging these gaps is not only key to enhancing the global competitiveness of India’s leading business schools but also vital for fostering more inclusive environments that align with the future of business leadership,” added Turner.
— with PTI inputs
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