University of Kelaniya logo

University of Kelaniya

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka / Western Province / Kelaniya
Est. 1959

About

The University of Kelaniya is a public university in Sri Lanka. Just outside the municipal limits of Colombo, in the city of Kelaniya, the university has two major institutions and seven faculties.

Ranking Overview

Ranking Snapshot

Ranked Top 1201 worldwide across 2 major ranking systems

QS #1201-1250 (2026)
THE #1501+ (2026)

Ranked in 1 subject ranking

QS QS World University Rankings
# 1201-1250
2026
THE Times Higher Education World University Rankings
# 1501+
700
10.3
2026
ARWU Academic Ranking of World Universities
Not Ranked
US News U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Not Ranked

Key Facts

Students
19,766
Student-Staff Ratio
17.2 : 1
Int'l Students
3%
Female : Male
66 : 34

Historical Trend

Longitudinal View
THE THE
1 201 401 601 801 1001 1201 1300 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 Rank
:
Score:

Top Subjects

Best-performing areas
1001+
Clinical & Health

Subject Rankings

Detailed breakdown

THE

1 subjects
Subject
Rank
Score
Year
Clinical & Health 1001+ 11.2 2026
Want to apply to this university? Talk to AI Advisor

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ranking of University of Kelaniya?

University of Kelaniya's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1201-1250, THE Rank 1501+.

When was University of Kelaniya founded?

University of Kelaniya was founded in 1959.

What are the top subjects at University of Kelaniya?

Top subjects at University of Kelaniya include: Clinical & Health.

Where is University of Kelaniya located?

University of Kelaniya is located in Kelaniya, Sri Lanka.