Manipur University

Manipur University, initially established as a State University on June 5, 1980, under the Manipur University Act, 1980, became a Central University on October 13, 2005, through the Manipur University Act, 2005, passed by the Indian Parliament. The University comprises nine Schools of Studies, forty-seven departments, and seven Centres of Studies, with a student population of 7,396.

Presently, Manipur University is affiliated with 119 colleges, including three prominent medical colleges that serve both regional and national needs. The Manipur Institute of Technology (MIT), under the School of Engineering, is a constituent college of the University.

The University is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a 'B+' grade (2023). It plays a vital role in shaping the educational landscape of the state by contributing to academic, intellectual, social, and cultural growth. It fosters innovation and research, advancing knowledge across various disciplines.

The University is located in Canchipur, Imphal, a site of historical significance in the state. Its expansive 287.53-acre campus is surrounded by natural beauty, offering a peaceful and conducive environment for study and research, further enhancing the academic experience for students.

Scholarships available at Manipur University

Manipur University offers a range of Gold Medals and Cash Awards to recognize academic excellence across various disciplines. These awards honor the top-performing students in different fields of study.

Among the Gold Medals, the School of Human and Environmental Sciences offers several, such as the Gurumayum Kanhaimacha Sharma Memorial Gold Medal for the top student in M.Sc. Anthropology, and the Nongthombam (O) Tombi Devi Memorial Gold Medal for first-class students in Forestry & Environmental Science. The School of Life Sciences awards medals like the Kangjam Ongbi Nungshisana Memorial Gold Medal for the highest scorer in M.Sc. Biochemistry. The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences has various awards, including the Prof. RK Tarachand Singh Memorial Gold Medal for the topper in the school’s M.Sc. exams. The School of Humanities also has several Gold Medals for subjects such as English, Manipuri, and History. In the School of Social Sciences, awards include the Smt. Attar Kaur Setia Memorial Gold Medal for the top scorer in M.Com and the Sapam Tomcha Singh Memorial Gold Medal for first-class students in Political Science.

Additionally, the University recognizes students with Cash Awards for exceptional achievements, such as the Shrimad Paramhansa Swami Jogendrananda Giri Maharaj Cash Award for top performers in Master’s degrees in Science and Arts. The University also supports research students with Non-JRF UGC Fellowships for M.Phil. and Ph.D. candidates.