On April 24, 2026, the international rating agency Times Higher Education (THE) officially notified Dulaty University of its assignment of «Reporter» status based on its participation in the 2026 Asia University Rankings.

This status indicates that the university has submitted data to the international ranking system and has taken part in the evaluation process.

A total of 929 universities from 36 countries participated in the THE Asia University Rankings 2026, which are based on 18 performance indicators across key areas such as research, teaching, education quality, and internationalization.

The «Reporter» status represents one of the university’s most significant achievements in terms of transparency, engagement with international data, and integration into the global academic landscape. This status is considered an entry-level stage, enabling the university to monitor its development and fully participate in the rankings in the future.

This status has several strategic implications for Dulaty University:

Increasing international visibility

Participation in a prestigious ranking system such as THE enhances the university’s visibility within the global academic community and will contribute to the expansion of international partnerships and academic collaborations.

Assessment of development indicators

Participation in the rankings allows the university to objectively analyze:

• the quality of education
• the level of research activity
• international engagement
• academic reputation

Pathway to future rankings

«Reporter» status represents the first step toward full inclusion in the ranking system. It enables the university to improve its performance indicators in the coming years and aim for inclusion in Asian and global rankings.

Enhancing competitiveness

Participation in international rankings strengthens the university’s internal development strategy and encourages continuous improvement in educational quality.

Strengthening reputation among students and faculty

Participation in such rankings:

• increases the university’s attractiveness to prospective students
• enhances the academic reputation of faculty and researchers
• supports the attraction of international students

The «Reporter» status in the Times Higher Education Asia Rankings 2026 demonstrates that Dulaty University is actively integrating into the global academic environment. This represents an important milestone in the university’s development and provides a solid foundation for achieving higher ranking positions in the future.