Al-Mustaqbal University has achieved a new academic milestone by ranking first among private universities in Iraq and securing sixth place out of 76 public and private Iraqi universities included in the 2026 results of the SCImago Institutions Rankings (SIR). This accomplishment reflects the university’s steadily advancing academic and research performance and further strengthens its position within the higher education landscape. The SCImago ranking is recognized as one of the leading global classification systems evaluating the performance of universities and research institutions based on objective criteria, including research output, innovation, and societal impact, relying on reputable international scientific databases. At the level of academic disciplines, the university achieved distinguished rankings among Iraqi universities as follows Mechanical Engineering: First place Construction and Building Engineering: First place Business Administration and Accounting: Second place The President of the University, Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, affirmed that this achievement is the result of sustained institutional efforts in supporting scientific research, promoting publication in reputable journals, and developing the academic environment. He emphasized that the university will continue implementing its strategic vision to enhance its standing in international rankings and consolidate its presence among leading universities regionally and globally.