Higher education in India has undergone an unprecedented transformation over the last two decades, expanding access and diversity at a scale unmatched globally. While this growth has created opportunities for millions of students, it has also raised a fundamental question that continues to echo among parents, students, employers, and policymakers alike: “What are the tangible career outcomes of higher education?”

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The Career Impact Rankings have been designed as a direct response to this question. Unlike conventional ranking systems that emphasize academic research output, faculty strength, or physical infrastructure, this framework places the spotlight on what ultimately matters the most: the employability, success, and inclusivity of graduates in the workforce. The Career Impact Rankings embody a simple but powerful principle: higher education should be judged by the transformational value it provides to its graduates. We hope that this initiative will not only provide students with a trusted guide but also serve as a catalyst for Indian institutions to further enhance their role in shaping the workforce of the future.