Rajiv Gandhi University

About

Located in Itanagar, India, Rajiv Gandhi University is a prominent central university known for its robust academic offerings in the humanities, social sciences, and various scientific disciplines. Its strongest faculties include departments focused on tribal studies, forestry, and regional development, reflecting the unique socio-ecological context of Northeast India. The campus provides a culturally diverse environment where international students can engage directly with indigenous research traditions and regional policy studies. The university's dedicated international affairs cell assists overseas enrollees with admissions, visa formalities, and cultural integration. A distinctive characteristic of the institution is its idyllic hilltop campus in Doimukh, which offers students an immersive academic setting nestled within the biodiverse foothills of the Himalayas.

Background

Rajiv Gandhi University (RGU), formerly Arunachal University, is the oldest and only central university in the Indian state of Arunachal Pradesh. It occupies a 302-acre tableland at Rono Hills near Doimukh, in Papum Pare district, roughly 25 km from the state capital Itanagar. The campus road branches from National Highway 52A and crosses the Dikrong river before climbing into the forested hills above the Brahmaputra valley. In March 2024, the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) awarded the university an 'A' grade with a cumulative grade point average of 3.02 out of 4, valid until 13 March 2029.

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