The Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneshwar, has been ranked for the first time in the Times Higher Education (THE) Asia University Rankings 2026. In its debut appearance, Centurion University has been placed in the 601–800 band in Asia and ranked 94 in India.
The Asia University Rankings represent a highly competitive and diverse academic landscape, bringing together long-established institutions alongside emerging models of higher education. The scores awarded under ‘Research Quality’ and ‘Industry’ highlight a distinctive institutional strength at Centurion University: the integration of applied research with industry-linked learning.
Commenting on the achievement, Prof. Supriya Pattanayak, Vice-Chancellor, Centurion University, Odisha, said, “Centurion University’s debut in the Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026 marks a significant milestone in our journey towards academic excellence and global recognition. This achievement reflects our strong commitment to practice-led education, industry integration and impactful research. Our performance in research quality and industry engagement highlights the strength of our applied learning ecosystem that prepares students to be future-ready and socially responsible. We will continue to strengthen innovation, collaborations and academic excellence as we expand our impact globally.”
Having previously been included in THE Asia University Rankings Reporter List, Centurion University’s transition to a ranked institution marks a significant institutional advancement.
