PSU ranked 6th in Thailand and joint 81st in the world: THE Impact Rankings 2026
Prince of Songkla University (PSU) has been ranked 6th in Thailand and joint 81st globally in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026, reaffirming its commitment to advancing sustainable development through education, research, and community engagement.
The THE Impact Rankings 2026 evaluated 1,646 universities from 116 countries and territories, measuring their contributions toward achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The results were officially announced on 24 June 2026.
PSU achieved an overall score of 90.3, placing 6th nationally and joint 81st in the world. The university was assessed across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals, reflecting its broad and continuous efforts to contribute to sustainable development through academic excellence, research, institutional governance, and public service.
PSU's performance across the 17 SDGs is as follows:
SDG 1 – No Poverty: Score 78.6 | 5th in Thailand | 56th globally
SDG 2 – Zero Hunger: Score 65.1 | Joint 9th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-being: Score 74.9 | Joint 5th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 4 – Quality Education: Score 81.4 | 3rd in Thailand | 44th globally
SDG 5 – Gender Equality: Score 76.9 | Joint 4th in Thailand | 16th globallySDG 6 – Clean Water and Sanitation: Score 75.2 | Joint 6th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 7 – Affordable and Clean Energy: Score 66.5 | Joint 5th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: Score 77.6 | 2nd in Thailand | Joint 49th globallySDG 9 – Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: Score 68.2 | Joint 10th in Thailand | 201–300 globally
SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities: Score 51.8 | Joint 7th in Thailand | 401–600 globally
SDG 11 – Sustainable Cities and Communities: Score 67.1 | Joint 5th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 12 – Responsible Consumption and Production: Score 56.1 | Joint 22nd in Thailand | 401–600 globally
SDG 13 – Climate Action: Score 60.2 | Joint 7th in Thailand | 201–300 globally
SDG 14 – Life Below Water: Score 77.6 | 10th in Thailand | Joint 81st globally
SDG 15 – Life on Land: Score 77.7 | Joint 8th in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 16 – Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: Score 71.7 | Joint 3rd in Thailand | 101–200 globally
SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals: Score 92.9 | 4th in Thailand | Joint 44th globally
The THE Impact Rankings assess universities across four key areas: Research, Stewardship, Outreach, and Teaching. An institution's overall score is calculated using its performance in SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) together with its three highest-scoring SDGs.
The 2026 results reflect Prince of Songkla University's ongoing dedication to creating meaningful impact through education, research, innovation, and collaboration in support of sustainable development, both nationally and internationally.