AIIMS 6th in world hospital rankings

New Delhi: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has been ranked 6th globally in the 2026 Brand Finance Global Top 250 Hospitals report, positioning the country's premier public hospital among the most trusted and high-performing healthcare institutions in the world. AIIMS figures just behind Johns Hopkins Medicine, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Stanford University Medical Center, Mass General Brigham and the Mayo Clinic Health System — all based in the US or the UK. Its position alongside these global leaders highlights India's rising influence in clinical care, medical education and research-driven public health. According to the report, AIIMS scored 79.4 in research, reflecting the depth and consistency of its scientific output, and 76.1 in care delivery, demonstrating its ability to handle complex clinical services at exceptionally high patient volumes. Its overall brand strength score of 79.9 places it among the strongest hospital brands worldwide. Brand Finance noted that AIIMS enjoys near-universal recognition among healthcare professionals globally, particularly for its ability to combine massive patient load with clinical precision. Its capacity to deliver quality care at scale continues to distinguish it, especially within low- and middle-income country settings. The report also pointed to a deeper shift within AIIMS, where research is now central to institutional excellence. From translational science to large clinical studies aligned with national health needs, its expanding research footprint is increasingly shaping health policy and clinical practice. AIIMS director Prof M Srinivas said the recognition reflects the institute's commitment to patient-centred care rooted in dignity, affordability and scientific rigour.