Akhilesh Chandra Saxena
BAREILLY – Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University (MJPRU), Bareilly, has established new benchmarks in higher education with an outstanding performance in the India Today-2025 national rankings. The university has strengthened its position among the country’s leading academic institutions, securing a spot in the top tier across four major categories.
This achievement highlights the university’s commitment to academic quality, research capabilities, and student-focused innovation.

Key Achievements
- 33rd rank in the General Government Universities category across India.
- 3rd rank among public universities in Uttar Pradesh.
- 29th rank among the best government engineering colleges.
- 127th rank among the best BBA colleges in the country.
MJPRU’s success is a testament to its strategy of promoting multi-disciplinary education, research, and industry-academic collaboration. Its strong presence in diverse fields like engineering, management, and social sciences reflects its dedication to providing job-oriented education to its students.

Future Plans and Vision
In an exclusive interview with the Lucknow Tribune, Vice-Chancellor Professor K.P. Singh expressed his delight, stating, “This ranking is the result of the tireless efforts of our faculty, students, researchers, and administrative team. Our goal is not only to maintain academic excellence but also to produce skilled professionals who contribute to nation-building.”
Prof. Singh revealed that MJPRU plans to expand its international collaborations, startup incubation center, and digital learning platforms. The university will also place special emphasis on skill development programs to prepare students for the demands of the industry.
He added that this accomplishment proves that public universities can compete with private institutions in providing quality education and research. The university’s progress is a significant step toward realizing the Uttar Pradesh government’s “Education for All” vision.
