KazNU is the leader in the country's university demand ranking

The Independent Accreditation and Rating Agency (IAAR) has announced the results of the 2026 Independent Ranking of the Demand for Universities in the Republic of Kazakhstan. According to the results of the study, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University scored a record number of points, once again confirming its status as the best university in the country, and took first place, leading the list of domestic universities.

According to experts, this year the number of educational programs evaluated in the ranking increased by 10.7%. This indicates the high interest of domestic universities in improving the quality of education in accordance with international standards. The leader of the general ranking "Top 20 Universities of the Republic of Kazakhstan" is traditionally recognized as the Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, which scored 611,393 points. It is worth noting that the number of points scored by KazNU significantly exceeds the scores of the universities that took second and third place. The top three universities in the ranking also include the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University (394,615 points) and the S. Seifullin Kazakh Agrotechnical Research University (276,930 points).

The analysis of the current year's research results also confirmed the high level of scientific productivity among Kazakhstani scientists. For example, 26% of publications by faculty members are in international scientific journals with a high impact factor that are included in the prestigious first quartile (Q1), 35% are in the second quartile (Q2), and 39% are in the third quartile (Q3).

In this regard, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University has once again secured its unconditional leadership in terms of academic mobility and the demand for its graduates in the labor market. Additionally, the university has taken a leading position in the field of information technology and the development of digital competencies. KazNU is actively expanding its international cooperation, increasing the publication activity of its scientists, and continuously strengthening its ties with major employers.

According to industry experts, participation in this national ranking contributes to increasing the competitiveness of educational services and meets modern global requirements. Most importantly, this study serves as a key reference point for ensuring the openness and reliability of the higher education system for applicants, employers, and the entire academic community.

Press-service of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University