National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) was approved by the MHRD and launched by the honourable minister of Human Resource Development on 29th September 2015.
This framework provides a mechanism for classifying educational institutions across the Nation. The criteria include a broad range of topics, including "teaching, learning, and resources," "research and professional practices," "graduation outcomes," "outreach and inclusivity," and "perception."