Benha University Among the Top 10 Arab Universities in Research Impact for 2026

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced a new academic achievement as the university ranked among the top 10 Arab universities in research impact for 2026, according to the Arab Citation and Impact Factor (Arcif). The university secured the 10th position among 1,448 universities and research institutions included in the index, with a total of 10,122 citations for research published by its affiliated researchers in Arabic. This reflects the university's continuous progress in scientific research and distinguished academic publishing.
This achievement underscores Benha University's growing status in the landscape of higher education and scientific research in the Arab world, showcasing its success in enhancing the quality of scientific production and increasing its impact and citations, in line with the university's strategy to support researchers and elevate the level of international and regional publishing.
Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy emphasized that the university's inclusion among the top ten Arab universities in research impact is a culmination of the efforts made by the university to support the scientific research and innovation ecosystem, providing a stimulating academic and research environment for researchers and faculty members. He noted the university's significant focus on improving the quality of scientific research and maximizing its developmental and societal impact.
Prof. Gehan Abdel Hady Vice President for postgraduate Studies and Research, added that this advancement reflects the success of the policies adopted by the university in recent years to encourage scientific publishing in reputable journals, support researchers, and expand research collaboration with international universities and institutions. This contributes to enhancing the university's competitiveness and improving its rankings in various global and regional classifications and indices.
She indicated that Benha University will continue to work on developing the scientific research and innovation system, fostering a culture of excellence and creativity, which supports the achievement of the national strategy for higher education and scientific research and Egypt's Vision 2030, contributing to building a knowledge-based economy and achieving sustainable development.
The list of the best Arab universities in research impact for 2026 includes:
• Ain Shams University,
• Baghdad University,
• King Saud University,
• the Capital University,
• Cairo University,
• Al-Azhar University,
• Jordan University,
• Yarmouk University,
• Assiut University,
• Benha University,
Reflecting the strong presence of Egyptian and Arab universities in the field of scientific research and its intellectual impact.