Chandigarh, April 8 -- In a landmark achievement, the Department of Dermatology, Venereology & Leprology at PGIMER Chandigarh has been ranked 1st in Asia and 19th globally in Dermatology by EduRank in the 2026 ranking, said PGIMER on wednesday.

According to PGIMER, the institute retained its No. 1 position in Asia for three consecutive years- 2024, 2025, and 2026 and further improved its global standing from 19th last year.

Expressing his happiness, Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER, stated,"This outstanding global recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to academic excellence, research innovation, and patient-centric care. Being ranked 1st in Asia and 18th worldwide reflects the global impact of our scientific contribut...