UTP Advances Across Key Disciplines in QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026 – Petroleum Engineering Among World’s Top 10
The Hindu
UTP Advances Across Key Disciplines in QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026 – Petroleum Engineering Among World’s Top 10
SERI ISKANDAR, Malaysia, April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP) has achieved a significant milestone in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, with its Petroleum Engineering discipline rising to 9th globally, placing it among the world’s top 10 and top 3 in Asia.
UTP emerged as the top-ranked university in Malaysia and Southeast Asia in Petroleum Engineering, advancing from 16th last year to record the nation’s highest-ever subject ranking. It was also recognised as the most improved in the Asia Pacific region and second globally among narrow subject tables.
The achievement highlights UTP’s continued global leadership in its flagship discipline, reinforcing its position as a premier institution in energy and engineering education.
Beyond this milestone, UTP recorded strong overall progress across multiple disciplines. In Engineering and Technology, the University climbed to 146th globally, up from 184 in 2025, reflecting sustained performance in academic quality, research output, and industry relevance.
Several key disciplines registered notable gains. Chemical Engineering entered the top 100 globally (87th), while Electrical and Electronic Engineering improved to 131st. Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering advanced to the 151–200 band, and Computer Science and Information Systems rose to the 201–250 band.
At the same time, Mineral and Mining Engineering maintained its position in the 51–100 band, while Civil and Structural Engineering remained in the 101–150 band, demonstrating continued strength and consistency in these established areas.
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UTP Advances Across Key Disciplines in QS World University Rankings By Subject 2026 – Petroleum Engineering Among World’s Top 10
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