Our university has once again reaffirmed its status as one of Kazakhstan’s leading higher education institutions. Remaining among the Top 10 universities in the country, the university has further improved its performance in the prestigious QS Asia University Rankings 2026, developed by the renowned British agency Quacquarelli Symonds (QS).
According to the results of the QS Asia University Rankings 2026 cycle, published on November 4, 2025, our university ranked 184th among Asian universities, moving up from 193rd place in 2025. Over the past four years, the university has demonstrated steady progress — from 239th place in 2023 to 184th in 2026. This consistent upward trend reflects the effectiveness of the university’s strategy focused on internationalization, continuous academic development, and quality enhancement in education.
This year, the university significantly strengthened its performance in several key areas:
Academic reputation – growing recognition from leading scholars and educators across the region;
International appeal – an increase in the proportion of international students and faculty;
Quality of the learning environment – ensuring an optimal student-to-faculty ratio;
Development of academic exchange and global partnerships – expanding cooperation with international universities.
These results highlight the university’s high level of internationalization, growing research activity, and increasing trust within the academic and professional community.
The university also achieved notable progress in the global QS World University Rankings 2026, moving up from 848th place in 2025 to the 761–770 range, an improvement of more than 80 positions in just one year.
This achievement reflects the university’s sustainable growth, enhanced global recognition, and increasing competitiveness in the international academic landscape.
“The growth and stability of our university’s position in the QS rankings are the results of our collective efforts. Every faculty member, researcher, student, and staff member contributes to strengthening our university’s international reputation,”
said Rector Dr. Zhanar Temirbekova.
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