| Rank | University Name | Website | Ranking Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BRAC University | www.bracu.ac.bd | High research output, global partnerships, strong teaching and employability |
| 2 | North South University | www.northsouth.edu | Consistent in THE/Scimago/Edurank, strong international outlook, research, and teaching |
| 3 | Independent University, Bangladesh | www.iub.edu.bd | Research, internationalization, and academic reputation |
| 4 | Daffodil International University | www.daffodilvarsity.edu.bd | Noted for research quality, international outlook, and innovation |
| 5 | American International University-Bangladesh | www.aiub.ac.bd | Recognized for academic standards, industry links, and student services |
| 6 | East West University | www.ewubd.edu | Academic reputation, research, and graduate outcomes |
| 7 | Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology | www.aust.edu | Engineering focus, research, and teaching quality |
| 8 | United International University | www.uiu.ac.bd | Growing research profile, employability, and industry connections |
| 9 | University of Liberal Arts Bangladesh | www.ulab.edu.bd | Liberal arts focus, research, and creative industries engagement |
| 10 | International University of Business Agriculture & Technology | www.iubat.edu | Business and agriculture, international programs |
| 11 | Green University of Bangladesh | www.green.edu.bd | Emerging in research and sustainability |
| 12 | Stamford University Bangladesh | www.stamforduniversity.edu.bd | Academic programs and urban presence |
| 13 | Southeast University | www.seu.edu.bd | Academic diversity and growing reputation |
| 14 | Primeasia University | www.primeasia.edu.bd | Industry links and technical programs |
| 15 | State University of Bangladesh | www.sub.ac.bd | Academic programs and research initiatives |
| 16 | University of Asia Pacific | www.uap-bd.edu | Engineering and architecture, academic reputation |
| 17 | Bangladesh University of Business & Technology | www.bubt.edu.bd | Business, technology, and research |
| 18 | City University | www.cityuniversity.ac.bd | Technical and business programs |
| 19 | Premier University | www.puc.ac.bd | Academic programs and industry links |
| 20 | University of Information Technology & Sciences | www.uits.edu.bd | IT focus and industry relevance |
Notes:
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This ranking is based on recent data from THE, QS, EduRank, and Scimago, with a focus on research output, teaching quality, international outlook, and industry engagement
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Public universities (e.g., University of Dhaka, BUET) are not included as per your list.
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Other universities from your list are not ranked in the top 20 due to limited research output, lower internationalization, or lack of global/national recognition.
Sources Used:
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Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
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EduRank Bangladesh 2025
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Scimago Institutions Rankings 2025
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The Daily Star, Dhaka Tribune, and sector analyses