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North Eastern Hill University
Overview
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU) is a central university located in Shillong, Meghalaya, India. It was established on 19 July 1973 under the North-Eastern Hill University Act, 1973, which received presidential assent on 26 May 1973. The university was originally established to serve the hill areas of northeastern India, with jurisdiction over Meghalaya, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram.
Where it stands
On IndiaScholar it is #116 of the ranked universities in India, placed by research impact. Its research has been cited 228,780 times (h-index 138), according to OpenAlex.
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Tuition fees & costs
Indicative living cost
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Admission requirements
How to apply
- 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
- 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
- 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
- 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
- 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for India.
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Last updated 10 Oct 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.