Sikkim Manipal University, Gangtok

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok (SMU Gangtok) is a private university that was established in 1995. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok has been recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and has been accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) which has given it a ‘B’ grade. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok has been placed in the 151-200 rank band of NIRF 2020 overall rankings. The total number of students enrolled in SMU Gangtok is more than 29 thousand and the university has more than 300 faculty members. 

The number of courses offered by Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok is 11. This includes courses in both UG and PG levels. SMU Gangtok UG courses are B.A Hons, B.Com and B.Sc. These courses come with many specialisations. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok PG courses include M.A, M.Com, M.Sc and M.H.A. Admission to these courses is based on merit in the qualifying examinations and no entrance exam is taken by the university. 

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok offers many facilities to its students. This includes the Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok placement cell which is responsible for handling all matters related to training and recruitment of the students. SMU Gangtok also offers various scholarships to the students and this includes both government and non-government scholarships. 

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok has many amenities to offer to its students and staff. This includes hostel facilities, medical facilities, sports facilities, library and many more. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok facilities help make the learning experience of students more memorable and enjoyable. Apart from these, there are also facilities available for banking, the alumni association, laboratories and many more. 

Sikkim Manipal University Location

SMU Gangtok address is 5th Mile, Tadong, Gangtok. The nearest airport to the location of Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok is Pakyong Airport which is 21 km away. Darjeeling Railway Station is the nearest railway station to the university at a distance of 59 km. The Sikkim University Bus Station is at a distance of 3.8 km from Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok.

Sikkim Manipal University Latest News and Events

• 3rd International Conference on Advanced Computational and Communication Paradigms - The 3rd international conference on the topic ‘Advanced Computational and Communication Paradigms’ will be held at Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok. 

• International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Business Management - An international conference on the topic ‘Contemporary Issues in Business Management’ will be conducted at Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok. 

• SMCON | Webinar on “Evidence-based practice: Care in Midwifery Nursing” - A webinar will be held at SMU Gangtok on the topic ‘Evidence based practice: Care in Midwifery Nursing’. 

SMU Gangtok Awards, Recognition, Accreditation, and Collaboration

• Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok has been placed in the 151-200 rank band of the NIRF overall ranking of 2020. 

• The university has been accredited by NAAC and it has been given a ‘B’ grade with a CGPA of 2.34 in a 4 point scale. 

• Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok has been recognised by the UGC.

• AICTE has given its approval to Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok.

SMU Collaborations

• University of Arad, Romania.

• Baekseok University (BU), Republic of Korea.

• Jan Wyżykowski University, Poland.

• The College of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS), National Taipei University of Technology (Taipei Tech), Taiwan.

• University of Padova, Italy.

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok Notable Alumni

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok Clubs, Committees, and Societies

The university has many clubs and societies. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok clubs and societies provide a platform for the students to showcase their talents and skills. They also help the students by inclucating in them essential life skills which will be of use in their personal and professional lives. Some of the Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok clubs  and societies are - 

• ILLUSION - The dance club of the university. It was established in 2000 and has participated in various competitions.

• CHROMATICS - SMU Gangtok music club. It conducts various events and workshops in the university. 

• SMITMUN - It in collaboration with UNIC organises Model UN Conference Summit Sikkim. Major international issues are discussed in this Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok club.

• CHATTER - It is the newsletter of the university which is run by the students themselves. The main aim of this club is mass awareness of the students with happenings of the world.

• SPORTS CLUB - SMU Gangtok sports club was formed in 2015. It organises sports events and functions of the university. 

• CREW - The photography club of the university. 

• EDGE - It is the gaming club of SMU Gangtok and its main aim is to develop the gaming community as much as possible.

• INQUIZITIVE - Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok quiz club organises various quizzes for the students of the university as well as outside. 

• DE DESINO - It is the designing club of the university.

• DECODERS - SMU Gangtok coding club was started in collaboration with Mozilla Foundation India.

Sikkim Manipal University Facilities

The university provides many facilities to its students. These facilities help the students to have a pleasant and enjoyable learning experience. SMU Gangtok facilities include hostel facilities, medical facilities, sports facilities and many more. In sports the university offers an indoor sports complex, courts and fields for various games like basketball, table tennis, tennis, etc. The Medicare Scheme is provided to all the students which allow them to be treated in a Super Speciality Hospital of the university. SMU Gangtok medical facilities also include resident doctors, nurses and ambulances. 

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok hostel facilities include twin sharing well-furnished rooms, night canteen, etc. Apart from this other hostel facility which are provided by the university are mess and continuous electricity and water supply. SMU Gangtok library is well equipped with latest books and journals and it is a part of the Developing Library Network (DELNET) Consortium. SMU Gangtok facilities also include the food court which is located in the indoor sports complex. Banking facilities are also provided by the university to the students and staff. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok banking facilities include banks and ATMs for Union Bank of India and Axis Bank.  

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok Courses

The university offers many courses. SMU Gangtok courses are offered in two levels - UG and PG levels. At the UG level, the courses offered are B.A Hons, B.Sc and B.Com and Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok PG courses are MA, M.Com, M.Sc and M.H.A.

SMU Gangtok UG Courses and Eligibility Criteria 

SMU Gangtok PG Courses and Eligibility Criteria

Sikkim Manipal University Admissions

The university offers admission to many courses. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok offers admissions to courses in two levels - UG and PG. BA, BSs and BCom courses are available in the UG level and MA, M.Com, M.Sc and MHA courses are available in the PG level. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok admissions are done on the basis of merit in the qualifying examination. The qualifying examination for UG admissions is the 10+2 level examination and for PG admissions it is the degree examination. The admission process for both UG and PG courses is the same. For admissions the candidate has to firstly register on the official website. The next step of the Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok admission process is to apply for the course of choice. Candidates also have to upload their documents online and pay SMU Gangtok application fee which is Rs 1000. The university will release a merit list which and the candidates who are present in the merit list are called for the counselling process. The last step of Sikkim Manipal University admission procedure is counselling in which documents are verified and candidates have to be physically present for this session. 

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok UG Admission Process

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria for Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok UG admissions. 

• Register on the official website and apply for admission. 

• Merit lists released by the university and candidates are called for counselling.

• Uploading documents and payment of SMU Gangtok admission fee. 

• Selected candidates are offered SMU Gangtok UG admissions.

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok PG Admission Process

• Fulfill the eligibility criteria for Sikkim Manipal University admissions.

• Register on the official website and apply for PG admissions. 

• Based on the merit list candidates will be called for counselling. 

• Uploading documents and payment of SMU Gangtok admission fee. 

• Candidates who are fulfilling SMU Gangtok admission criteria will be offered admission.

Sikkim Manipal University Scholarships

The university offers many scholarships. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok offers both government and private scholarships. SMU Gangtok scholarships include - Post matric scholarship for SC/ST/OBC/MBC by state governments, Human Resource Development Department Scholarship by the Government of Sikkim, National Foundation for Teachers welfare for the professional education of school teachers children, Nagaland Merit Scholarship and many more. The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences also offers scholarships. Fee concession is given to students on the basis of the marks secured by them in the qualifying examination. Another SMU Gangtok scholarship is the NER Stipend/Book Grant Scholarship. This scholarship is given to students who are pursuing UG and PG courses on the basis of the marks obtained by them in the previous qualifying examination. According to this scholarship Rs 22,000 is given to UG students and Rs 25,000 is given to PG students. Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok scholarships are also provided to students belonging from the reserved categories - SC/ST/OBC/MBC and according to this scholarship, the compulsorily payable fees are paid by the government.

Sikkim Manipal University Placements

The university has a dedicated placement cell. The Training and Placement Cell of Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok is responsible for handling all things related to recruitment and training of the students. SMU Gangtok placement cell trains the students in the skills required to get placed in the company of their choice. For Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok placement drive companies are invited by the placement cell. Students have to submit their CVs to the placement cell. SMU Gangtok placement training is provided in what is called Capability Enhancement Programmes which includes career counselling, soft skills development training and guidance for competitive exams. The facilities that are made available by the placement cell are video conferencing facility, seminar hall, conference room, mock interviews and group discussions. 

SMU Gangtok Placement Statistics for UG (3 Years) 2019-20

Sikkim Manipal University Gangtok Placement Statistics for PG (2 Years) 2019-20

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