Stanford University in the *United States* has released a list of the *world’s top 2% scientists, revealing that **3,372 Indians* feature among the elite researchers. The ranking considers factors such as *published research papers, citation impact, and overall academic contributions*.
Among the Indian institutions, the *Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) contributed 755 scientists, while **National Institutes of Technology (NITs) accounted for 330 researchers. Other prominent institutions like **Hyderabad Central University (HCU), IIM Kozhikode, and various universities* collectively have *over 100 scientists represented* in the list.
This recognition highlights India’s *growing global presence in scientific research and innovation. The achievement underscores the quality of **academic output, research excellence, and global impact of Indian scientists*, strengthening India’s position in the international scientific community.
