Nagaland University

Overview

Nagaland University (NU) is a three-decade old higher education institution headquartered in Lumami (Nagaland), established as the 13th Central University in India. In addition to its main campus, it also has locations in Kohima (the capital city), Medziphema, and Dimapur. As a hub of agricultural, technical, arts, and commerce education in the state, it has 69 affiliated colleges throughout Nagaland. Its 44 Departments provide education at every level: Certificate, Diploma, UG, PG, and PhD.

Nagaland University has a decentralized placement system, where some Departments and Schools have their own career and placement cells. Their primary aim is to invite prominent companies to hire students for part time and full time employment, while providing career counseling to students who wish to pursue higher studies. Prominent blue chip recruiters include Axis Bank, Amazon, Patanjali Ayurved, Vodafone Idea, Nestle India, and Tata Consultancy Services.

Sports is an important facet of life at Nagaland University, with an annual inter-campus sports meet organized by the NU Sports Department. It also encourages students who achieve excellence at the district, zonal, state, or national level with Felicitation Programs for University Sports Icons. There are opportunities for less skilled sportspeople through inter-departmental tournaments. The headquarters of the University (in Lumami, Nagaland), is home to 33% of the Departments and three important centers: Biodiversity Studies, South East Asian Studies, and the Tribal Research Center. It is located in a hilly area of the city, and is notable for its green beauty and environmental diversity.

Nagaland University Highlights

Nagaland University Fees

The academic fees for students of Nagaland University have multiple components e.g. tuition fees, examination charges, registration fees, and caution deposits. The approximate fee amount for a professional curse (e.g. MBA) is:

• Tuition fee: INR 7,000 per semester.
• Placement fee: INR 1,500 (one time, paid in the first semester).
• University development fund: INR 1,000 (one time).
• Admission fee: INR 1,000 (paid at the time of entry to NU).
• Examination fee: INR 700 per semester.
• Industrial interface and management fest fee: INR 500 (first semester), INR 800 per semester (subsequently).
• Students’ Activity fee: INR 500 per semester.
• Caution Deposit: INR 1,000 (INR 500 each for the Institute Security Deposit and Library Deposit. These will be refunded when the student graduates subject to his/her good conduct).
• The 10 other components of the total academic fees are all lower than INR 500 e.g. Registration fee (INR 200), Workshop and Seminar fee (INR 200 per semester), and Library fee (INR 300 per semester).

The hostel fee is INR 3,000 per semester, in addition to a refundable hostel caution deposit of INR 1,200. Students who choose to stay at home and commute to the NU campus can choose the University bus service, which costs INR 500 per semester. Finally, students who live on campus must pay the semester mess fee, which varies from hostel to hostel.

Nagaland University Admissions

The eligibility criteria for admission to Nagaland University are as follows:

• PG courses:
  • Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree (at least 3 years’ duration) in a related discipline. The full list of allowed disciplines for each PG program is available in the NU PG prospectus.
  • Students in the final year of their undergraduate degree may also apply, provided that they submit the full transcripts and degree certificate before they join a PR program at NU.
  • In Arts, Science, and Commerce programs, students must have a minimum aggregate of 55% across all semesters of undergraduate study.
  • Students of other Departments and Schools require a UG aggregate above 50%.
  • There is a relaxation of 5% for SC, ST, OBC (NC) and PwD applicants.
  • Students who have completed their UG study from any college affiliated with Nagaland University have their UG aggregate increased by 10% while considering admission cut-offs.
• UG programs:
  • Applicants must have completed their Standard XII Board Examination from any recognized Higher Secondary organization in India or abroad with a pass  certificate.
  • The aggregate in the best 4/5 subjects must exceed 50% (or 45% for reserved category candidates). For Lateral Entry applicants, the same cut-off is in force, but it is calculated across the Diploma or BSc degree.
  • There may be prerequisite subjects defined by various Schools. For example, the School of Engineering and Technology requires all its applicants to have passed Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, with an additional Biology pass requirement for Biotechnology aspirants.
• PhD applicants must hold a Master’s degree in a related discipline, with an overall aggregate above 55% (or 50% for reserved category candidates).

Students who wish to apply to Nagaland University must follow these steps:

• Creating a user account on the NU Admissions website, and registering with a valid email address and phone number. Only online applications are accepted.
• Verifying the eligibility requirement(s) for the program(s) in which the student is interested.
• Filling up the online application form.
• Uploading scans of all documents required, including degree certificates, academic transcripts, and identity documents.
• Paying the online application fee (INR 200 for General Category candidates, INR 150 for reserved category applicants). If the student wishes to apply to multiple Departments (up to 3 are allowed), he/she must pay the fee separately for each application.
• Completing the Declaration by Candidate before submitting the application. No edits will be allowed after the submission is complete; students must be careful to submit accurate data.
• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the final round, which may be either an admission test or an interview based on the Department. The date and venue are announced on the NU admissions website.
• After the final admit offers are made to eligible students, selected candidates who wish to join must report to the NU campus to present their self-certified documents for verification and to complete the academic registration and fee paying processes.

Nagaland University Placements

As one of the top Universities in India, the placement highlights of Nagaland University are as follows: 

• Each School and Department has its own Placement Cell; it is a decentralized career system. For example, the Department of Management and the School of Engineering and Technology consistently have the best average placement records.
• Prominent recruiters include Future Retail, Axis Bank, Amazon, Patanjali Ayurved, Vodafone Idea, Nestle India, Tata Consultancy Services, and the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT).
• Each company usually recruits 2-5 students, ensuring that most graduates achieve at least one job offer.
• Not all students register with the placement cell in their Department. For example, the School of Engineering and Technology had 60 registered students in 2024 across all five degrees offered. Many Bachelor’s degree graduates choose to pursue Master’s degrees in their chosen fields, while others work in family businesses or embark on a career in research.
• The number of job offers made during the 2023 placement season in the same School (Engineering and Technology) was 26, for an approximate placement rate of 50% based on the number of students registered.
• Not all Departments have placement cells. Those that do are primarily focused on inviting relevant companies to hire students for internships, live projects, and full time placements. They also work on mock interviews, group discussions, and seminars via distinguished alumni working in different fields.

Nagaland University Cut-Offs

Most programs offered by Nagaland University are Master’s courses. Therefore, the qualifying cut-off is based on the undergraduate aggregate percentage across all semesters. This can be 55% (Arts, Science, or Commerce Departments) or 50% (other Departments). It is relaxed by 5% for reserved category applicants. UG colleges which use a GPA system have a conversion factor applied to compute the equivalent percentage. Certain programs also require entrance test scores e.g. the MBA course allows aspirants to submit CAT, XAT, ATMA, MAT, or CMAT scores. There are no pre-decided cut-offs based on these percentiles; the final cut-off is decided at the end of the selection procedure.

Nagaland University Faculty & Alumni

Nagaland University is home to 232 full time Faculty members. Of these, 115 (50%) are Assistant Professors, 42 (18%) are Associate Professors, and the remaining 75 (32%) are full Professors. Most Faculty members (206 out of 232, or 89%) hold PhD degrees. The average Faculty member has more than 10 years of experience in industry and academia, with the most experienced Professor having 35+ years (422 months) of experience.

The Nagaland University Alumni Association (NUAA) was formed in December 2011. Its main objective is to provide a bridge between the current and future students of the University, to enable them to share innovations and ideas to help develop the University and the society at large. Recent graduates of Nagaland University must register for NUAA by filling the membership form either online or at any of the campuses of the University. Faculty members of NU are also members of the Alumni Association, and work closely with graduates and current students to invite distinguished alumni to conduct guest lectures and training seminars. They also work with the Placement Cell to provide internships and job opportunities via alumni working in local, national, and multinational companies.

Nagaland University Scholarships

As in other top Universities in India, there are multiple financial aid options available to students of Nagaland University. 1,507 of the 2,184 students (69%) receive 100% tuition fee scholarships from various State and Government agencies; they are all PG students, with no students receiving 100% funding from other sources (private trusts and University financial aid). Therefore, the two main categories are:

1. Nagaland State Scholarships: All State Government Scholarships are aggregated on a common portal for both UG and PG applicants. The scholarships are collected under 9 different schemes, including Merit Scholarships, Post Matric Scholarships for SC, ST, and OBC students, Research Fellowships, Disability Scholarships, Agriculture Student Scholarships, and State Technical Scholarships for socially disadvantaged applicants. Together, they allow students to bear the cost of the tuition fee associated with their course of choice, and (in some cases) provide an additional living stipend as well. All applications must be submitted online after the student receives a confirmed offer of admission from Nagaland University.

2. Central Sector Scholarship Schemes: These are the same as those available to students of other Central Universities, and range from Research Fellowships (offered by UGC) to Post Matric Scholarships (that provide full tuition fee waivers and monthly stipends to students from underprivileged communities who have additional financial hardships) and scholarships for single girl children, wards of defense personnel, and students admitted under the sports quota based on regional or national achievements. The deadlines and application modes (both online and offline) are detailed on the National Scholarship Portal (NSP). Students can typically not avail of more than one scholarship (either State or Central) at the same time.

Nagaland University Preparation & FAQs

Every School and Department at Nagaland University mandates a different set of entrance test scores which it accepts for admission; the preparation strategy must be tailored to the respective examination. For example, the NU School of Business gives its MBA applicants a choice of 5 different MBA entrance examinations to choose from while applying. Therefore, irrespective of the aptitude test which students choose, they must ensure that they maximize their rank or percentile score by attending classes for at least one year, and completing at least 10 comprehensive mock tests and practice exams to ensure both speed and accuracy.

Nagaland University Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q. Which is the top University in India?

Nagaland University is one of the best Universities in India. It is ranked #37 among the best Central Universities in India, according to the IIRF 2024 ranking list.

Q. What are the application fees to Nagaland University?

The application fees to Nagaland University vary according to the level of the program to which the student is applying (undergraduate, postgraduate, or PhD). UG and PG students who apply via the respective CUET examination pay INR 1,200 (PG) or INR 1,000 (UG) as application fees. PhD applicants pay INR 200 (general category) or INR 150 (reserved category).

Q. What are the expected dates of CUET 2025?

CUET UG 2025 is expected to be held over the third and fourth weeks of May 2025. CUET PG 2025 is expected to be held over the second, third and fourth weeks of March 2025.

Q. What are the 6 Schools which take part in the Nagaland University course admissions?

Nagaland University has 6 Schools into which the Departments are organized: Agricultural Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Humanities & Education, Management Studies, Sciences, and Social Sciences.

Q. Which entrance tests are accepted for entry to the MBA program offered by Nagaland University at its Dimapur campus?

Nagaland University's MBA program allows students to apply by submitting any one of five entrance test scores: CAT, XAT, MAT, CMAT, or ATMA.

Q. Which MBA specializations are offered by the School of Management, Nagaland University?

The School of Management, Nagaland University, offers 3 MBA specializations: Entrepreneurial Skill Development, Managerial Skill and Personality Development, and Rural Marketing.