Mahatma Gandhi University, Tura, West Garo Hills

Mahatma Gandhi University, Tura, West Garo Hills was established in 2009 under the Mahatma Gandhi University Act, 2009 (Meghalaya Act No. 10 of 2009) by the Government of Meghalaya. Located in Tura, the headquarters of West Garo Hills district in Meghalaya, the university serves as a Public State University dedicated to providing quality higher education to the region. The institution has received recognition from the University Grants Commission (UGC) and is accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a B grade. Mahatma Gandhi University, Tura, West Garo Hills offers a diverse range of academic programmes across Diploma, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD levels, covering disciplines including Arts, Science, Commerce, Education, Management, Computer Applications, Social Work, and Law. The university follows a semester system and conducts admissions based on merit as well as through entrance examinations for specific programmes. The institution emphasizes holistic development through academic excellence, research initiatives, and community engagement whilst serving the educational aspirations of students primarily from the Garo Hills region and beyond. With its commitment to accessible and inclusive education, Mahatma Gandhi University, Tura, West Garo Hills continues to expand its academic offerings and infrastructure to meet contemporary educational needs.