ULM Enters the National Top 15 by the 2026 AD Scientific Index, the Best in Kalimantan

Lambung Mangkurat University (ULM) has once again achieved a proud achievement at the national level. According to the AD Scientific Index rankings as of April 19, 2026, ULM has successfully entered the top 15 universities in Indonesia based on the Academic Performance and Research Impact indicators. This achievement also places ULM as the best university in Kalimantan in the rankings.

This ranking is compiled based on the H-Index indicator, which is an important measure in assessing an academic’s scientific productivity and impact globally. Through this approach, the AD Scientific Index evaluates university performance based on the number of indexed scientific publications and the citation rate these works receive in the global academic community.

In the national list as of April 23, 2026, ULM ranks 15th, on par with several renowned universities in Indonesia. This position demonstrates that ULM’s research contributions and scientific publications are increasingly being recognized widely. The following is a ranking of universities based on academic performance and research impact (AD Scientific Index 2026):

1. University of Indonesia
2. Gadjah Mada University
3. Bandung Institute of Technology
4. Brawijaya University
5. Airlangga University
6. State University of Malang
7. IPB University
8. Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta
9. Indonesian Education University
10. Yogyakarta State University
11. Diponegoro University
12. Sepuluh November Institute of Technology
13. Padjadjaran University, Bandung
14. Semarang State University
15. Lambung Mangkurat University
16. Syiah Kuala University
17. Padang State University
18. Medan State University
19. Ganesha University of Education
20. Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta

This achievement is clear evidence of Lambung Mangkurat University’s commitment to building a productive and impactful academic ecosystem. Improving the quality of research, scientific publications, and ongoing academic collaboration are crucial factors in driving this achievement.

The Rector of Lambung Mangkurat University, Prof. Dr. Ahmad Alim Bachri, S.E., M.Sc., expressed his appreciation for this achievement and emphasized the university’s commitment to strengthening the quality of research going forward.

“This achievement is the result of the hard work of the entire academic community at Lambung Mangkurat University in improving the quality of research and scientific publications. We appreciate the contributions of the lecturers and researchers who continue to work and produce innovation. Going forward, ULM will continue to strengthen a collaborative, adaptive, and globally competitive research ecosystem,” he said.

Furthermore, the Rector emphasized that this achievement is not the end, but rather a momentum to continue growing and increasing academic contributions to society.

“We are committed to continuously encouraging improvements in research quality, expanding collaborative networks, and ensuring that every scientific work produced has a real impact on regional and national development,” he added.

ULM’s inclusion in the top 15 nationally according to the AD Scientific Index marks an important milestone in the university’s journey towards becoming a superior and globally competitive higher education institution. With a spirit of collaboration and innovation, ULM is optimistic that it can continue to improve its academic achievements and make broader contributions to the advancement of science and society.