The Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026 recognised the Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) in, as the leading non-state higher education institution in Sri Lanka. The recognition reflects SLIIT’s strengthening academic reputation and institutional performance.
Commenting on the achievement, Prof. Lalith Gamage, Managing Director of SLIIT, stated, “SLIIT ranks as Sri Lanka’s premier non-state higher education provider for the second consecutive year, a recognition of our extraordinary success,” said Prof. Lalith Gamage, Managing Director, SLIIT. “The 2026 ranking is a measure of the quality of teaching, research, knowledge transfer, and international outlook that SLIIT offers its students. SLIIT operates on the principle that universities are positive drivers of progress and change. The ranking demonstrates that SLIIT is in fact succeeding in shaping the impact and future of higher education.” In the World University Rankings by Subject 2026, SLIIT recorded standout achievements in both Computer Science and in Engineering, among top positions locally while earning global recognition.
In Computer Science, SLIIT ranks No. 1 among non-state universities in Sri Lanka, is in 2nd place among all Sri Lankan universities, and ranks in the 1000+ band globally. In Engineering, SLIIT ranks No. 1 among non-state universities in Sri Lanka, is a joint 2nd place holder among all Sri Lankan universities, and ranks in the 1250+ band globally. The categories are evaluated using international benchmarks that consider factors including industry relevance and collaboration.
Prof. Rahula Attalage, Pro Vice-Chancellor – Academic, SLIIT, said, “I am delighted to say that we have made every effort to strengthen the attributes of our academic programmes, research, and industry relations. Our commitment to institutional excellence has led SLIIT to earn a strong position both in Sri Lankan and the global context”
With this recognition across both subject and overall rankings, SLIIT continues to reinforce its position as the leading non-state university in Sri Lanka, delivering world-class education while contributing to innovation and national development.
