Al-Ayen Iraqi University has achieved a significant academic milestone by representing the Republic of Iraq in the Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects GlobalRankingof AcademicSubjects(GRAS 2026).
Which is considered one of the most reputable and authoritative international rankings for educational institutions. The results show that Iraq, in particular Al-Ayen University, has officially entered the research field of Engineering/Water Resources, ranking first among all Iraqi universities (public and private) and 263rd globally. This reflects the high quality of the university's research output and scientific contributions on the international stage.
The GRAS 2026 ranking relies on the Clarivate Analytics (Web of Science) database for its research data collection and analysis. It is based on nine key indicators to measure scientific excellence without relying on referendums or estimated opinions, thus ensuring a high degree of objectivity and academic rigor.
This achievement reinforces the series of successes and advanced rankings attained by Al-Ayen Iraqi University internationally, supporting the advancement of higher education in Iraq and opening broader horizons for advanced research and academic partnerships.
In a related context, recent data and analytical indicators suggest that Al-Ayen University is on the verge of being included in the Shanghai Ranking for additional academic disciplines. The evaluations have shown a strong alignment with the established criteria for inclusion, thereby promising further achievements to add to its academic record.
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