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| NEHU PG Admission 2026: Online registration window open for MA, M.Sc, MBA, and PG Diploma courses at Shillong and Tura campuses. |
North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU), Shillong and Tura campuses, has officially released the NEHU PG Admission Notice 2026 for the academic session 2026-27. Online applications are invited from eligible candidates seeking admission into various Master of Arts (MA), Master of Science (M.Sc.), MBA, and Postgraduate Diploma programs.
If you are searching for the latest university admissions in Meghalaya, this comprehensive guide provides everything you need to know about eligibility criteria, available courses, application fees, and the step-by-step registration process.
Key Recruitment Details
- University Name: North-Eastern Hill University (NEHU)
- Campuses: Shillong Campus & Tura Campus
- Academic Session: 2026-27
- Courses Offered: MA, M.Sc., M.Ed., LL.M., M.Lib.I.Sc., M.Com., MBA, and PG Diploma Courses
- Admission Criteria: Based on PG CUET / MAT scores and qualifying examination merit
- Application Mode: Online
- Application Fee: ₹500 for General Candidates and ₹250 for SC/ST Candidates
- Notification Date: June 4, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: July 6, 2026{inAds}
Available Courses & Campus Layout
1. Shillong Campus
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in: Anthropology, Lifelong Learning and Extension, Economics, Education, English, Folkloristic, Geography, History, Hindi, Journalism & Mass Communication, Khasi, Linguistics, Philosophy, Political Science, Sociology.
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in: Anthropology, Botany, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, Zoology, Geology, Economics.
- Other Master's Programmes: Master of Education (M.Ed.), Master of Laws (LL.M.), Master in Library and Information Science (M.Lib.I.Sc.), Master of Commerce (M.Com.), Master of Business Administration (Tourism & Travel Management).
- PG Diploma Courses: P.G. Diploma in Painting, P.G. Diploma in Music (under Department of Cultural & Creative Arts), P.G. Diploma in Geoinformatics (under Department of Geography).
2. Tura Campus
- Master of Arts (M.A.) in: English, Education, Garo, History & Archaeology, Master of Social Work (MSW).
- Master of Science (M.Sc.) in: Rural Development & Agricultural Production, Horticulture, Forestry, Food Technology.
- Other Master's Programmes (MBA): MBA (General), MBA (Service Management), MBA (Agri-Business Management).
Comprehensive Eligibility Criteria
Students who have passed or appeared for their final year graduation examination and are awaiting results are fully eligible to apply. All applicants for regular Master's Degree Programmes must hold a valid PG CUET score.
General Eligibility
- Two-Year Master's Degree: Candidates must possess a 3-year Bachelor's degree from a recognized University/Institute and a valid PG CUET score.
- EWS Category: Applicants must submit a valid income and asset certificate issued by a competent authority during physical document verification.
Special Discipline-Specific Requirements
- M.A. / M.Sc. in Anthropology: First preference goes to B.A. / B.Sc. (Major/Honours) in Anthropology. Second preference goes to Arts majors (Sociology, History, Political Science, Economics) and Science majors (Zoology, Botany, Home Science, Biochemistry).
- M.Sc. in Environmental Science: Requires a Bachelor’s in Science (Honours) in Environmental Sciences or allied life science subjects.
- M.Sc. Forestry: 4-year (8 Semesters) Bachelor's Degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Horticulture, or equivalent with at least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST).
- M.Sc. in Geology: 3-year Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) in Geology. Up to 10% of seats may be offered to allied disciplines if vacancies exist.
- M.Sc. in Rural Development and Agricultural Production: Open to B.Sc. graduates in Agriculture, Zoology, Botany, Horticulture, Forestry, Biochemistry, Home/Community Science, Dairy Science/Technology, Food Science/Technology, Fishery, Biotechnology, Animal Husbandry, Veterinary Sciences, and Microbiology.
- M.Sc. Food Technology: Graduation (B.Sc./B.Tech./B.Voc.) in Agriculture, Horticulture, Food Technology, Food Science, Home Science, Clinical Nutrition, Dairy Technology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or Fermentation Technology with 55% aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST).
- M.Sc. in Horticulture: B.Sc. (Horticulture) or B.Sc. (Agri.) from a 4-year/8-semester program with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST).
- M.A. in Philosophy: First preference to Philosophy Majors. Second preference to any Major with a simple pass in Philosophy (min 40% marks), or General Pass in Philosophy (min 50% in Philosophy and 45% aggregate). Bachelor of Divinity holders with 60% marks are also considered.
- M.A. in Linguistics: Major in any subject with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST) or General Pass with 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST). Selection relies on an admission test and NEHU criteria.
- M.A. in English: Strictly restricted to candidates with Honours in English (minimum 45% marks) at the undergraduate level.
- M.Lib.I.Sc.: 3-year degree (Majors) in any subject securing an aggregate of 50% (45% for SC/ST).
- M.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication: Bachelor's degree with Major/Honours in any discipline with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST).
- M.Com.: Minimum of 45% marks in aggregate at the B.Com (Honours) level.
- M.Sc. in Statistics: Graduates with Statistics (Majors) and Mathematics as a pass subject, or Mathematics (Majors) with Statistics as a pass subject, or B.A./B.Sc. with both subjects. NEHU P.G. Diploma in Statistics holders with Math background can also apply.
- M.A. in Political Science: Strictly restricted to candidates with a B.A. Honours/Major in Political Science.
- M.A. in History & Archaeology: Minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) at the undergraduate level in History, Ancient Indian History, Culture and Archaeology, or Ancient History.
- M.A. in History: Strictly restricted to candidates with a B.A. Honours/Major in History.
- M.A. in Sociology: Strictly restricted to candidates with Honours in Sociology.
- LL.M.: Candidates must secure 55% (50% for SC/ST) in their LL.B. or equivalent examination.
- M.Sc. in Biochemistry: Restricted to students with a 3-year B.Sc. Honours degree in Biochemistry.
- Master of Social Work (MSW): Selection based on qualifying marks and an entrance test. Candidates with Computer Science or Computer Application background receive an additional 5% weightage.
- M.A. in Education: For admission to M.A. Education, first preference given to Education Majors (min 50% marks). Candidates with 55% marks in B.Ed. (Theory) are also eligible (5% relaxation for SC/ST).
- M.Ed. Programme: At least 55% marks (50% for SC/ST) in B.Ed., B.A.B.Ed., B.Sc.B.Ed., or D.El.Ed. paired with an undergraduate degree.
- M.A. in Lifelong Learning and Extension: Graduate with Majors from any discipline with a 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST).
- PG Diploma in Music / Painting: Graduate in any subject possessing an aptitude for music or art.
- PG Diploma in Geoinformatics: Bachelor's Degree (Hons.) in Geography, Geology, Earth/Life/Agricultural/Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics, Environmental Sciences, BE/B.Tech (Electronics/IT/CS/Telecom), B.Arch, B.Plan, or BCA/MCA with min 60% marks (55% for SC/ST).
- M.A. / M.Sc. Economics: Honours in Economics with 50% aggregate (45% for SC/ST).
- M.A. in Folkloristic, Hindi, Garo, Botany, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Zoology: 3-year Bachelor's degree (10+2+3) Major or Pass course in the relevant subject. Up to 10% seats are assignable to allied/cognate disciplines based on availability.
- M.A. / M.Sc. in Geography: 3-year Bachelor's Degree (Major) in Geography with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST).{inAds}
MBA Programme Specific Eligibility & Selection
- MBA (Tourism and Travel Management): 3-year Bachelor's Degree (10+2+3) in any discipline with minimum 50% marks (45% for SC/ST). Must hold a valid CUET (PG) or MAT score. Specializations: Tourism Management, Hotel Management, Tourism Marketing, and Tourism Entrepreneurship.
- MBA (General) & MBA (Service Management): Bachelor's degree (10+2+3 or 4 mode) in any discipline with min 50% marks (45% for SC/ST) and a valid CUET (PG) or MAT score.
- MBA (Agribusiness Management): 50% aggregate marks (45% for SC/ST) in Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Allied Agriculture disciplines, B.Sc. Life Sciences, B.Sc. Chemistry, or B.Voc. (Food Processing). Valid CUET (PG) or MAT (AIMA) score required. Selection relies on entrance score, group discussion, and personal interview.
Selection Process & Weightage
- Merit List: Generated using CUET (PG) / MAT scores combined with qualifying examination performance and institutional weightages.
- EWS Reservation: Candidates must present their valid income and asset certificates.
- Educationally Backward Areas Weightage: Meghalaya domicile applicants claiming weightage under this category must fill out and submit the Annexure-I certificate signed by their village Headman and the Block Development Officer (BDO).
How to Apply Online for NEHU PG Admission 2026
- Step 1: Visit the official portal link provided in the section below based on your examination criteria.
- Step 2: Register by entering your personal details, email id, and mobile number to create your credentials.
- Step 3: Log in to fill out the application form, uploading clear copies of required academic transcripts, certificates, and category documents.
- Step 4: Pay the non-refundable registration fee of ₹500 (or ₹250 for SC/ST) using online gateways like UPI, Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking via SBI or HDFC Bank.
- Step 5: Submit the application before the final deadline on July 6, 2026.
Need Technical Help?
NEHU has established a Help Desk at its Computer Centre. You can reach out via phone at 272-4000 or 272-5000, or write an email to helpdesk@nehu.ac.in for registration guidance.{inAds}
Key Information & Links
- Online Application (CUET PG Portal): Click Here to Register
- Online Application (Non-CUET / MAT Portal): Click Here to Apply
- Official Notification Document: Download
- Official University Website: Visit nehu.ac.in
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