THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026: KISS ranked 24th in India among Government and Private Institutions
Bhubaneswar: Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) Deemed to be University has shown a very good performance in the Times Higher Education World Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026.
KISS has been placed in the 401–600 global rank band and secured 24th position in India among government and private institutions. This is a big jump from the 1001–1500 global band in 2025.
For a young deemed-to-be university like KISS, created exclusively for tribal children, this recognition gives me deep happiness. It shows that when work is done with sincerity, care and purpose, the world also recognises it slowly.
This apart, KISS has also secured Top 10 positions in India in three important SDGs — SDG 1: No Poverty, 6th; SDG 4: Quality Education, 9th; and SDG 5: Gender Equality, 6th. These SDGs are closely connected with the life, dignity, education and empowerment of our tribal children, especially our girls.
“This recognition belongs to our students, alumni, teachers, staff, well-wishers and everyone who has believed in this mission. We will continue to work with humility and responsibility for the poorest of the poor, for tribal empowerment, and for a more equal and compassionate society,” said KISS-KIIT founder Achyuta Samanta in his reaction.
