Which among the following is NOT related to the ranking of world universities?

ATimes Higher Ranking

BQS Ranking

CMadrid Ranking ✓ Correct

DShanghai Ranking

Correct answer: (C) Madrid Ranking

Explanation

Madrid Ranking is not a recognised system for ranking world universities and so does not belong with the others.

Times Higher Education Ranking is a well known global university ranking based on teaching, research and citations.

QS Ranking is a widely used international ranking assessing reputation, faculty and research.

Shanghai Ranking, the Academic Ranking of World Universities, evaluates research output and awards.

These three genuine systems shape global perceptions of institutional quality.

Indian institutions also feature in these lists alongside the domestic NIRF ranking.

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