The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) is a ranking methodology adopted by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to rank institutions of higher education in India. It was approved by the Ministry of Human Resource Development and launched in 2015. The framework outlines a methodology to rank institutions across the country, drawing from the overall recommendations of a Core Committee set up by MHRD. The parameters broadly cover "Teaching, Learning and Resources," "Research and Professional Practices," "Graduation Outcomes," "Outreach and Inclusivity," and "Perception"