USTM celebrates third consecutive NIRF ranking success
Students, faculty members, and the entire family of the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM) today celebrated the university’s success in securing a position in the NIRF 2024 Ranking for the third consecutive year. The Central Auditorium of USTM was packed with thousands of attendees who took part in the grand celebration. The audience was addressed by Mahbubul Hoque, Chancellor; Prof. G.D. Sharma, Vice Chancellor; and Dr. B.K. Das, Pro Vice Chancellor of USTM.
The event was also graced by the presence of Padma Shri Dr. Sarbeswar Sahariah, Pro Vice Chancellor of USTM; Dr. R.K. Sharma, Advisor USTM; Prof. B.K. Das, Principal, PIMC; Prof. R.K. Sharma, Principal IAMC; Dr. Rashna Dass Hazarika, Medical Superintendent, PIMC; Mrs. Anju Hazarika, Registrar USTM; and other distinguished guests.
Addressing the gathering, Chancellor M. Hoque said, “Today we are proud of this NIRF Ranking of USTM by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. I thank all the students, faculty members, and staff for their contributions in achieving this.”
USTM has been ranked among the top 200 universities in India in the 9th edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, which was declared yesterday by the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan. It is the only private university in the northeastern region to achieve this ranking for the third consecutive year. The rankings, released annually, assess and rank higher education institutions in India based on various criteria, including teaching, learning, and resources, research and professional practice, graduation outcomes, outreach and inclusivity, and perception.
The university was awarded an “A Grade” accreditation in its first cycle of assessment by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 2021. USTM is recognized as a Green Campus, which is one of the priorities of NAAC, a body under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The University has been working tirelessly to achieve its goal of becoming a world-class institution. It has introduced a unique Pay Back Policy to encourage its students to qualify for exams like NET, GATE, SLET, IAS, or any other top-level competitive examinations conducted by State & Central Government. Under this policy, students who qualify for these prestigious examinations are reimbursed their fees by USTM.
USTM is also engaged in various outreach activities, creating environmental and social awareness among students and the broader community. The USTM Neighborhood Mission is an initiative taken by the university to accelerate the all-round development of communities living near the campus. Different departments of the university have adopted neighboring villages like Upper Jorbil, Umlangpur, Shnongpdeng, Bara Kling, Chota Kling, Model Village, Noksikgittim Umnawoe, Umduba, Ararea, and Hatimara. Regular awareness programs on topics such as environment, women’s and children’s health and hygiene, HIV/AIDS, and eye check-up camps are conducted. For intellectual development, career counseling sessions for Class IX and Class X students are held, along with the distribution of free school supplies and storybooks to encourage reading habits among schoolchildren.
USTM is deeply involved in a wide array of research initiatives spanning multiple disciplines and has 124 patents published to its credit. The university has undertaken many funded projects from both government and private entities, targeting innovative solutions to regional and global challenges. USTM’s research centers are committed to advancing fields such as biotechnology, environmental science, and nanotechnology. The university also places strong emphasis on research that addresses local issues, particularly those affecting the Northeast region of India, with the goal of contributing to sustainable development and community well-being. USTM has been actively securing patents for its research innovations, underscoring its dedication to translating research into practical applications that benefit society.
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