Dharmsinh Desai University (DDU) has been ranked among the top universities in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in recent years. The NIRF is a framework for ranking higher educational institutions in India, launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India.

In the NIRF ranking 2021, DDU was ranked in the 101-150 band in the overall category of universities, and in the 51-75 band in the engineering category. The university has been consistently ranked among the top universities in Gujarat by various ranking agencies, including NIRF.

The NIRF ranking is based on various parameters such as teaching, learning and resources, research and professional practice, graduation outcomes, outreach and inclusivity, and peer perception. The ranking provides insight into the quality of education, research, and overall performance of the universities in India and helps students make informed decisions about their higher education.

Overall, the NIRF ranking has recognized DDU as one of the top universities in India and a leader in the field of engineering education. The university continues to strive for excellence in all aspects of education and research and aims to provide its students with world-class education and training that meets the demands of the modern world.