Bansal Group of Institutions (BGI) continues to make strides in research and innovation, and we are proud to share yet another milestone. Dr. Prabhat Soni, Group Head (Training), BGI, and Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, BIST, Bhopal, has been selected as a panel member for the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026. Remarkably, this is the second consecutive year Dr. Soni has received this prestigious global recognition.

A Global Honor

Active for over 20 years, THE will rank the top 2,000 universities from 115 countries this year. The findings of this survey, published by the globally renowned ELSEVIER, play an important role in shaping the future of higher education on a global scale.
Dr. Soni’s exceptional contributions to research and academia have earned him this exclusive invitation-only honour, where he will contribute to identifying the world’s top universities. It’s worth noting that participation in this survey is reserved for handpicked experts—universities cannot nominate individuals, and self-nominations are not entertained.

A Testament to Excellence

Dr. Soni has also been a proud member of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) for over three years, further solidifying his standing as a leader in the field of civil engineering.

A Proud Moment for BGI

At Bansal Group of Institutions (BGI), we celebrate this incredible recognition as a testament to our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and academic leadership. Congratulations, Dr. Soni, on this outstanding achievement—your success reflects the growth, passion, and dedication that define BGI.