Nestled in the picturesque hills of Shillong, Meghalaya,
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) is recognized as a premier educational
institution established in 1973. Its influence extends beyond the beautiful
campus, serving as an important centre of knowledge for all the eight
northeastern states of India. Currently, the university has 53 affiliated
undergraduate colleges, including eight specialized institutes.
The University Central Library, whose members include
members of the university and university teachers, postgraduate and
undergraduate level Honors College students and non-training staff group, has
about 2,00,000 books, 38,000 fixed journals and subscribes to 316 foreign and
366 Indian cutting-edge journals. NEHU offers a diverse educational landscape,
which includes undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs in various
disciplines.
From arts and sciences to regulation, engineering, control
and medicine, college students can delve deeper into their chosen fields with
expert guidance. The sprawling campus fosters a vibrant learning environment,
which is equally enriched by utilizing the presence of prestigious institutions
like the National Council of Science Museums and the Indira Gandhi National
Open University.
The University shall aim to disseminate and improve
knowledge by providing teaching and learning centres in such branches of study
as it may deem fit; improve the social and economic condition and welfare of
the people of the hilly areas of the North Eastern Region and pay special
attention to their intellectual, academic and cultural development. Recognized
for its excellence, NEHU has achieved a commendable role in the national
rankings.
It is ranked 76th among universities in India through the
National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2023 and remarkably 33rd
through the India Today Ranking (2023). To delve deeper and find out the unique
publications provided, their associated expenses and placement prospects, you
shall consult the college prospectus. While the nationwide ratings paint a
promising image, for more nuanced information about placement prospects, it is
recommended to connect directly with the training and placement cell of the
university.