Varanasi, Oct. 14 -- Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi have earned global recognition in the Stanford-Elsevier World's Top 2% Scientists database 2026.

According to the latest Elsevier database, 33 researchers from the Institute feature in the Career-Long Impact list, while 57 are included in the Single-Year Impact list.

Published on October 7, 2026, the database is based on Scopus citation data and evaluates researchers using indicators such as citations, h-index, co-authorship and authorship position. The Single-Year Impact assessment reflects citation impact during calendar year 2025.

Director of IIT (BHU), Amit Patra, said, "This recognition reflects the sustained commitment of our faculty to high-q...