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Nagaland University Secures No. 2 Spot Among Indian Government Universities for Patents
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🗓 04 Aug 2026, 11:33 AM
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Nagaland University has been ranked as the second best government university in India for patent filings, according to the latest assessment.
Nagaland University has been ranked as the second best government university in India for patent filings, according to the latest assessment released by a national ranking body. The university’s research output in the form of intellectual property filings has placed it just behind the top institution in the country.
Patents are a key indicator of innovation and research activity, reflecting the university’s ability to translate academic work into commercially viable technologies. The ranking highlights Nagaland University’s growing emphasis on research infrastructure and collaboration with industry.
The assessment considered the number of patents filed by faculty and students over the past year, as well as the quality and impact of those filings. Nagaland University’s position underscores its progress in fostering a culture of innovation among its academic community.
University officials have welcomed the recognition, stating that it will help attract more research funding and partnerships. The ranking is expected to boost the institution’s profile across the nation and encourage further investment in science and technology programmes.
Patents are a key indicator of innovation and research activity, reflecting the university’s ability to translate academic work into commercially viable technologies. The ranking highlights Nagaland University’s growing emphasis on research infrastructure and collaboration with industry.
The assessment considered the number of patents filed by faculty and students over the past year, as well as the quality and impact of those filings. Nagaland University’s position underscores its progress in fostering a culture of innovation among its academic community.
University officials have welcomed the recognition, stating that it will help attract more research funding and partnerships. The ranking is expected to boost the institution’s profile across the nation and encourage further investment in science and technology programmes.