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North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]

Shillong, Meghalaya Government Estd 1973 Updated Aug 2026
NIRF #80 UGC approved Agriculture Architecture Arts Commerce
3.7 out of 10 · 362 reviews
Website
Annual fees ₹1.45 L
Average package ₹4 L
Highest package ₹7 L
Student rating 3.7 / 10
Courses offered 25

At a glance

Established 1973
Ownership Government
Approved by UGC
Campus Shillong, Meghalaya
Courses 25 on record
Student reviews 362

About North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]

North Eastern Hill University, popularly known as NEHU, is a central university in Shillong, Meghalaya. Established in 1973, NEHU has three campuses, with the main campus at Shillong, and additional campuses at Tura and Wahiajer. The university is recognised by the UGC and accredited with an ‘A’ grade by the NAAC.

NEHU is ranked 217 for B.Tech by CollegeHunt in 2025 and placed in the 151-200 band in the NIRF University Rankings 2025. Popular Course: BA LLB (Hons.), B.Tech, M.Sc, and PhD Entrance Exam Accepted: CUET UG, JEE Main (B.Tech), CUET PG and MAT / CUET PG (MBA) Total Fees of the BA LLB (Hons.) course: INR 1.45 Lakhs Placements: As per NIRF 2025, NEHU UG and PG students received median packages of INR 4.1 LPA and INR 6.5 LPA respectively, with top recruiters like HCL, TCS, Dell, Intellipaat, and Accenture. Official Website: @nehu.ac.in

Courses & fees

Course Duration Total fees Apply
Ph.D Post Graduation 3 Years ₹ 10,800 - 49,580
Ph.D. (English) — ₹ 49,580
Master of Arts [MA] Graduation + CUET PG 2 Years ₹ 9,840 - 25,680
Master of Arts [MA] (English) — ₹ 25,680
Master of Science [M.Sc] 2 Years ₹ 26,120 - 1.18 L
Master of Science [M.Sc] (Zoology) — ₹ 26,120

Placements

Highest package ₹7 L
Average package ₹4 L

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

University · 2023 #80
University · 2022 #66
University · 2021 #59

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]?
Fees at North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] start from ₹1.45 L per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.
What is the placement record at North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]?
At North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU], the highest package recorded is ₹ 700,000 and the average package is ₹ 400,000. See the Placement tab for the full figures.
Where is North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] located?
North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] is located in Shillong, Meghalaya. Address: Umshing, Mawkynroh, India.
Is North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] a government or private college?
North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] is listed as a government institution in Shillong. It was established in 1973.
What approvals does North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] have?
North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] lists these approvals and accreditations: UGC. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.
What is the NIRF ranking of North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]?
North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #80. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.
What courses does North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] offer?
North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU] lists 17 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.
How do I apply to North-Eastern Hill University - [NEHU]?
Applications are made through the official website (nehu.ac.in) or, for entrance-based courses, the relevant counselling authority. You can also use the Apply button on this page to request a callback.

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