# Top 50 research institutes in Mexico

Tamtam tracks 77 research institutes headquartered in Mexico. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Tecnológico de Monterrey, Universidad de Guadalajara and Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León. Their median headcount is 1,171. Half of them were founded in 1956 or later. The most common headquarters are Mexico City (16) and Monterrey (2).

The research institutes in Mexico are predominantly large public and private universities. These institutions, such as Tecnológico de Monterrey, a private university system, and Universidad de Guadalajara, a government university, focus on education, research, and knowledge transfer. The Instituto Politécnico Nacional is dedicated to scientific and technological knowledge for national development, while the Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo provides technological capabilities to the energy sector.

A clear pattern among these organizations is their strong regional presence across Mexico. Many are public universities like Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León in San Nicolás De Los Garza and Universidad Veracruzana in Xalapa, serving various regions. Another significant characteristic is their long-standing history, with several institutions founded in the early to mid-20th century, indicating a mature and established research and education landscape.

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| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Tecnológico de Monterrey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecnologico-de-monterrey) (tec.mx)<br>Private university system promoting research, knowledge transfer, and technology to support economic, political, and social development in Mexico. | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Monterrey | 29,006 | 1943 |
| 2 | [Universidad de Guadalajara](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-guadalajara-957560) (udg.mx)<br>A prominent Mexican Government University with over 200,000 students, offering a wide range of academic programs and opportunities | Education | 🇲🇽 Guadalajara | 11,516 |  |
| 3 | [Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-nuevo-leon) (uanl.mx)<br>A leading public university in Mexico's northeast, offering a wide range of academic programs, research centers, libraries, and campuses | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 San Nicolás De Los Garza | 10,385 | 1933 |
| 4 | [Instituto Politécnico Nacional](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-politecnico-nacional) (ipn.mx)<br>A leading public educational institution in Mexico, dedicated to the generation, application, and dissemination of scientific and technological knowledge for national development | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 10,383 | 1936 |
| 5 | [Universidad Veracruzana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-veracruzana) (uv.mx)<br>Public autonomous university providing diverse educational programs, academic research, and artistic dissemination through various regional campuses, specialized departments, and integrated research institutes in Mexico. | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Xalapa | 7,097 | 1940 |
| 6 | [Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-del-estado-de-mexico) (uaemex.mx)<br>With 185 years of history, this educational institution in Mexico has established itself as one of the best Higher Education Institutions | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Toluca | 6,496 |  |
| 7 | [UAM Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uam-universidad-autonoma-metropolitana) (uam.mx)<br>A public Mexican university known for academic excellence, social cohesion, and human development One of the top universities in Mexico and Latin America | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Alcaldía Tlalpan | 6,045 | 1974 |
| 8 | [Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-sinaloa) (uas.edu.mx)<br>A public institution of higher education in Sinaloa, Mexico, committed to forming quality professionals and reducing social inequalities through education and research | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Culiacán | 4,943 |  |
| 9 | [BUAP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/buap) (buap.mx)<br>A prestigious university in Puebla, Mexico offering academic programs, research opportunities, and educational initiatives to students and the community | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Puebla | 4,687 | 1937 |
| 10 | [Instituto Mexicano del Petróleo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-mexicano-del-petroleo) (gob.mx)<br>Leading institution providing technological capabilities to the energy sector through research, innovation, engineering, and training Offers solutions, products, and services to national and international hydrocarbons markets | Oil and Gas | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 3,142 | 1965 |
| 11 | [Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-san-luis-potosi) (uaslp.mx)<br>Public university in Mexico, largest in San Luis Potosí Offering comprehensive academic programs and granted autonomy in 1923 | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 San Luis Potosí | 3,015 | 1923 |
| 12 | [Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-autonoma-de-mexico-unam) (unam.mx)<br>A leading Mexican public university known for excellence in art, technology, research, with high selectivity, large student population, and Nobel laureate alumni | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 2,609 |  |
| 13 | [Universidad de Sonora](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-sonora-hermosillo) (unison.mx)<br>Higher education institution with 64 years of experience, holding international quality certification | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Hermosillo | 2,591 |  |
| 14 | [Universidad Iberoamericana, Ciudad de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-iberoamericana-ciudad-de-mexico) (ibero.mx)<br>A higher education institution in Mexico City offering 36 undergraduate programs, 47 graduate programs, and educating over 15,000 students | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Álvaro Obregón | 2,252 | 1943 |
| 15 | [Universidad de León](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-leon) (unileon.es)<br>A prestigious university focused on excellence in teaching, research, and innovation, producing graduates who are ready for the job market and committed to societal needs | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 León | 2,184 | 1979 |
| 16 | [Universidad Autónoma de Chihuahua](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-chihuahua) (uach.mx)<br>A leading public university in Mexico offering expert consulting services in a wide range of disciplines for over 50 years | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Chihuahua | 2,083 | 1954 |
| 17 | [Universidad Autónoma Chapingo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-chapingo) (chapingo.mx)<br>A public institution focused on agricultural education, research, and environmental issues at the high school and university levels, catering to students from all over Mexico | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Texcoco | 1,861 |  |
| 18 | [Universidad Autónoma de Zacatecas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-zacatecas) (uaz.edu.mx)<br>A leading educational institution in Zacatecas, Mexico, offering a variety of academic programs in biological, social, engineering, language, art, and health sciences | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Zacatecas | 1,685 | 1968 |
| 19 | [Facultad de Ciencias, UNAM.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-unam) (fciencias.unam.mx)<br>Provides education in natural and exact sciences at the university level through various majors and programs | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 1,588 | 1938 |
| 20 | [Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/benemerita-universidad-autonoma-de-puebla) (buap.mx)<br>A leading public autonomous institution focused on comprehensive education, research, knowledge dissemination, social relevance, and ethical principles for a proactive society | Education Administration Programs | 🇲🇽 Puebla | 1,576 | 1937 |
| 21 | [IBERO Ciudad de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ibero-ciudad-de-mexico) (ibero.mx)<br>Educational institution in Mexico City offering undergraduate and graduate programs, with a strong presence in the Jesuit University System | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 1,517 | 1943 |
| 22 | [CIMMYT](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cimmyt) (cimmyt.org)<br>Cutting-edge non-profit organization dedicated to improving production systems for basic cereals in the Global South through applied agricultural science and strong partnerships | Research Services | 🇲🇽 Texcoco de Mora | 1,507 | 1943 |
| 23 | [National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition Salvador Zubirán](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/national-institute-of-medical-sciences-and-nutrition-salvador-zubiran) (incmnsz.mx)<br>A leading Mexican medical institution providing specialized third level medical care with a focus on nutrition and internal medicine | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇲🇽 Barrio Belisario Domínguez Secc XVI | 1,370 | 1946 |
| 24 | [Tecnológico Nacional de México (TecNM)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecnologico-nacional-de-mexico-tecnm) (tecnm.mx)<br>A prominent educational institute in Mexico that provides advanced technical and engineering education and research opportunities for students and professionals | Education Administration Programs | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 1,330 | 1940 |
| 25 | [Tecnológico Nacional de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecnologico-nacional-de-mexico) (tecnm.mx)<br>The National Technological Institute of Mexico consists of 254 institutions, including Technological Institutes, Research Centers, and Educational Development Centers, serving over 600,000 students | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Alcaldía Benito Juárez. | 1,171 | 2014 |
| 26 | [Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-del-estado-de-morelos-36020624) (uaem.mx)<br>The company is a Mexican university that focuses on promoting academic, research, and cultural activities within a diverse and inclusive community | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Univ Autónoma del Estado de Morelos | 1,144 | 1953 |
| 27 | [Infotec, Centro de Investigación e Innovación en TIC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/infotec-centro-de-investigacion-e-innovacion-en-tic) (infotec.mx)<br>A Mexican public research center focused on developing technological products, reducing operational costs, improving competitiveness, and fostering innovation and collaboration nationally and internationally | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 1,092 | 1974 |
| 28 | [TecSalud del Tecnológico de Monterrey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tecsalud-del-tecnologico-de-monterrey) (tecsalud.mx)<br>A leading healthcare organization in Mexico, providing innovative academic programs, patient-centered healthcare services, and research to transform health care delivery in the country | Wellness and Fitness Services | 🇲🇽 Monterrey | 1,051 | 1969 |
| 29 | [ITESO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/iteso) (iteso.mx)<br>A private university in Tlaquepaque, Mexico, part of the Jesuit University System, offering various undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs to 10,000 students | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Tlaquepaque | 1,043 | 1957 |
| 30 | [INSTITUTO NACIONAL DE ENFERMEDADES RESPIRATORIAS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-enfermedades-respiratorias) (iner.gob.mx)<br>Specialized in respiratory diseases research and training high-level professionals in the field of respiratory diseases | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 1,007 | 1942 |
| 31 | [Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-chiapas-tuxtla-gutierrez) (unach.mx)<br>A socially responsible higher education institution in Chiapas, Mexico, providing comprehensive education, generating knowledge, promoting culture, and contributing to sustainable development and social well-being | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Tuxtla Gutiérrez | 998 | 1975 |
| 32 | [El Colegio de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/el-colegio-de-mexico) (colmex.mx)<br>A public university institution in Mexico dedicated to research and higher education in social sciences and humanities, as well as publishing related materials | Research Services | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 975 | 1940 |
| 33 | [Universidad Michoacana de San Nicolás de Hidalgo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-michoacana-de-san-nicolas-de-hidalgo-morelia) (umich.mx)<br>A public and secular university inspired by humanism and ideals of historical figures, offering higher education programs | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Morelia | 933 | 1917 |
| 34 | [Universidad Autónoma de Guerrero](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-guerrero) (uagro.mx)<br>The Autonomous University of Guerrero offers education in seven regions of the state, providing both high school and college level programs | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Chilpancingo de los Bravo | 877 | 1960 |
| 35 | [CICESE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cicese) (cicese.edu.mx)<br>A scientific research and higher education center in Ensenada, Mexico, contributing to national development through academic excellence and knowledge generation | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Ensenada | 808 |  |
| 36 | [Facultad de Ingeniería de la UNAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ingenieria-de-la-unam) (ingenieria.unam.mx)<br>The company's mission is to train engineering professionals with academic excellence, a sense of ethics, and a commitment to innovation, research, and societal impact Their vision is to be a prestigious educational institution known for producing highly competitive engineers and conducting cutting-edge research | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 801 |  |
| 37 | [Instituto Nacional de Bellas Artes-INBA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-bellas-artes-inba) (inba.gob.mx)<br>A decentralized entity promoting artistic production, arts dissemination, and art education throughout the country under the Secretariat of Culture | Artists and Writers | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 754 | 1947 |
| 38 | [FES Acatlán - UNAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fes-acatlan-unam) (acatlan.unam.mx)<br>A leading educational institution in the northwest area of the metropolitan area, providing an alternative campus with a community of 20,000 students | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Naucalpan | 728 | 1975 |
| 39 | [Facultad de Química - UNAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-quimica-unam) (quimica.unam.mx)<br>The Faculty of Chemistry at UNAM is a prestigious institution offering accredited undergraduate and graduate programs, known for its impactful research and education | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 México DF | 691 | 1916 |
| 40 | [Universidad Iberoamericana Puebla](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-iberoamericana-puebla) (iberopuebla.edu.mx)<br>An institution of Jesuit education focused on forming competent professionals committed to social justice and sustainable development through academic excellence and human values | Professional Training and Coaching | 🇲🇽 Puebla | 691 | 1983 |
| 41 | [Instituto de Ingeniería de la UNAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-ingenieria-de-la-unam) (iingen.unam.mx)<br>A leading research institute in engineering in Mexico, with over 200 academics and a focus on solving engineering problems, collaborating with public and private entities, and promoting national development | Research Services | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 690 | 1956 |
| 42 | [Instituto Nacional de Neurología y Neurocirugía](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-neurologia-y-neurocirugia) (innn.salud.gob.mx)<br>Specializing in neurology and neurosurgery, this institute serves as a center for research and education in the field Email: webmaster@innnedumx | Medical Practices | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 662 |  |
| 43 | [El Colegio de la Frontera Sur (ECOSUR)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/el-colegio-de-la-frontera-sur-ecosur) (ecosur.mx)<br>An interdisciplinary research and higher education center in southern Mexico focusing on biodiversity conservation, society, culture, health, and sustainable development strategies | Research Services | 🇲🇽 San Cristóbal de las Casas | 631 | 1994 |
| 44 | [Instituto Nacional de Perinatología (INPer)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-perinatologia-inper) (inper.mx)<br>The company works to improve population's quality of life through human resources in sexual, reproductive, and perinatal health, under national health policies | Utilities | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 605 | 1977 |
| 45 | [Centro de Investigación y Docencia Económicas A.C.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centro-de-investigacion-y-docencia-economicas-a-c) (cide.edu)<br>A public institution focused on advancing knowledge in social sciences through research, high-quality academic programs, and socially relevant knowledge generation | Research Services | 🇲🇽 D.f. | 597 | 1974 |
| 46 | [Facultad de Ciencias Políticas y Sociales, UNAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-politicas-y-sociales-unam) (politicas.unam.mx)<br>The company trains professionals in Political and Social Sciences with high academic standards, ethical values, and the ability to analyze and transform society | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 564 |  |
| 47 | [EGADE Business School del Tecnológico de Monterrey](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/egade-business-school-del-tecnologico-de-monterrey) (egade.tec.mx)<br>A leading business school in Mexico and Latin America, offering graduate programs focused on developing entrepreneurial and internationally competitive leaders | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 San Pedro Garza García | 527 | 1974 |
| 48 | [INAOE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inaoe) (inaoep.mx)<br>The company specializes in research within the fields of Photonics and Physical Optics | Research Services | 🇲🇽 Tonantzintla | 522 | 1971 |
| 49 | [CIATEQ](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ciateq) (ciateq.mx)<br>Specialized in advanced manufacturing, the company develops technological projects and services to drive industry growth in the country, with a national presence | Government Administration | 🇲🇽 Querétaro | 506 | 1978 |
| 50 | [Universidad Autónoma de la Ciudad de México](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-autonoma-de-la-ciudad-de-mexico) (uacm.edu.mx)<br>A public higher education institution in Mexico City that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields, focusing on humanistic, scientific, and critical education | Higher Education | 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 492 | 2001 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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