TACI Competitors

Sharif University of Technology (SUT) is the highest ranked technological university in the Islamic Republic of Iran. SUT has expanded its services and today, it comprises 13 different departments in science and engineering. All departments offer B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs. SUT has established several research centers. These centers, while maintaining their own separate identities, co-exist within the university system. This arrangement gives individual researchers the opportunity and flexibility to conduct research while establishing a working relationship between the university and industry. There are also computer, languages and linguistics, Islamic studies, graphics, workshop and physical education centers on campus, as well as a large central library. SUT is a member of the International Association of Universities (IAU), the International Center for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Asian University Presidents Forum (AUPF), Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW), and the Third World Academy of Sciences (TWAS). Sharif University of Technology has earned a respected reputation and rank among institutes of higher learning in the Middle East. It strives to continue improving its standards.

Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT) is one of the leading research universities in the Middle East, advancing knowledge and innovation in engineering, science, and technology. Since its establishment, AUT has educated generations of influential engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and leaders whose contributions extend across academia, industry, and society worldwide. Today, its global alumni community serves as a powerful bridge connecting the university to international centers of knowledge, innovation, and industry. Driven by a commitment to academic excellence and societal impact, AUT fosters cutting-edge research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strong engagement with industry. The university actively develops international partnerships through joint research initiatives, academic exchange programs, and collaborative projects with institutions around the world. As a destination for talented students and scholars, AUT offers a vibrant academic environment, advanced research infrastructure, and opportunities to engage in a globally connected community. By combining a strong academic heritage with a forward-looking vision, AUT continues to expand its role as a regional leader and an international partner in education, research, and innovation.

Payame Noor University (PNU; Persian: Dāneŝgāhe Payāme Nur) is a large public university in Iran, with its headquarters in Tehran. Payame Noor means "the message of light" in Persian. As of 2020, PNU has 502 campuses, which are included in Iran and globally in Dubai, Paris, Tbilisi, Baku, Erbil, Milan, and Dushanbe. PNU was established in 1988, after having integrated the University of Abu Rayhan al-Biruni and Iran Free University. PNU took its first intake in five degree programs at 28 study centers. Payame Noor University is considered to be one of the most prestigious universities of Iran taking its rightful place among the top educational institutions of the country. Despite being one of the youngest universities in Iran, Payame Noor University ranks high in international ratings. The university has held the highest record of publishing articles per student in Iran since 2013.