Top 800 HEIs based on the latest QS World Ranking from 28 selected nations.
Foreign Institutes may also be outside QS 800 rankings, if approved by ECIIC (Empowered Committee for Industry & International Collaborations) subject to proposals relevance based on strategic priorities.
International Laboratories/Research Organizations:
Under 'Nature Index' world ranking (top 100) or with eminent personalities/experts like Noble Laureates.