Online publishing is an important factor in determining a university's ranking internationally. In formulating an effective strategy, academics need to understand the systems and criteria that are taken into account to determine the position of higher education institutions. This study was conducted to examine the understanding of PGRI University of Yogyakarta (UPY) lecturers toward the online publishing platform and the university ranking system as a measurement to identify their awareness of this field. This study used a quantitative method through a questionnaire involving 30 respondents from UPY lecturers. This study is analyzed by using descriptive analysis. The results of the study showed that the mean score of the awareness on online publishing platforms and the level of understanding of the respondents' university ranking system was at a high level. In conclusion, the findings of the study showed the knowledge and understanding of UPY lecturers on the online publishing system are good.