From IIM To 100 Year-Old Schools - 8 Best Educational Institutes In Shillong

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The capital of Meghalaya, Shillong, is a place where many intellectual and creative thoughts are stirred. The lush valleys and the rolling hills making for charming surroundings as you pursue your educational ambitions. The city has a number of reputed schools and colleges alike. 

Here we list the top educational institutes in Shillong: 

1. Indian Institute of Management, Shillong

The name IIM speaks for itself. The most reputed group of institutions for management studies in the country, students clamour to get an admission in an IIM. Shillong was strategically chosen as the location for the first IIM in the North-East. Students from across the region covet an admission into this highly esteemed institute. 

Location | Rajiv Gandhi Indian Institute of Management, Mayurbhanj Complex, Nongthymmai
Website | https://www.iimshillong.ac.in/

2. National Institute of Fashion Technology, Shillong

The National Institute of Fashion Technology is a pioneer in the country in the field of fashion education. The institute maintains close ties with its fellow institutes throughout India which further raises the quality of education at NIFT Shillong. A number of highly sought after bachelor courses in the world of fashion are available at this institute. 

Location | 'C' Block, Pasteur Hills, Lawmali
Website | http://www.nift.ac.in/shillong/

3. North-Eastern Hill University

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The university has forged its reputation as the premier educational institute in the region. Moreover, North-Eastern Hill University is regularly seen in the top echelons of the educational institutions rankings in India. They boast of top faculty from not just in the North-East but from across the country. They offer courses in the sciences, management, humanities, economics, and engineering fields.

Location | Umshing Mawkynroh
Website | http://www.nehu.ac.in/

4. College of Postgraduate Studies

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Affiliated to the Central Agricultural University, the College of Postgraduate Studies aims to  foster the advancement of learning and aid research in different branches of agriculture. The college also indulges in activities that help uplift the socio-economic status of farmers in the North-Eastern region. It is one of most reputed colleges in the country in its field!

Location | MDR 28, Bara Pani, Ri-Bhoi
Website | www.cpgs.ac.in/

5. Pine Mount School

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A well reputed school, Pine Mount is especially recognised for its beautiful location amidst the hills of Shillong. Established way back in 1900, the Pine Mount School has a rich legacy and culture. The course is as per the guidelines of the Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) Examination and the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Examination.

Location | Laban
Website | http://pinemountshillong.nic.in/

6. St. Edmund’s College

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The oldest college in Meghalaya and the second oldest in all of North-East, St. Edmund’s College has a storied past. The college’s library is also famous as it has one of the widest collections of books in Shillong. St. Edmund’s College offers courses in all the major streams- Arts, Science, and Commerce as well as a masters course in social work.

Location | Old Jowai Road, P.O. Laitumkhrah
Website | http://sec.edu.in/

7. St. Anthony’s College

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Widely regarded as one of the best, if not the best, colleges in the entire North-East region, St. Anthony’s College enjoys a stellar reputation. Reaccredited with "A" grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) and bestowed with the honour of being a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE) by the University Grants Commission, it's a popular choice for students from across India.

Location | Bomfyle Road, Lachumiere
Website | http://anthonys.ac.in/

8. Loreto Convent

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The school recently celebrated 100 years of dedicated service and excellence. Loreto convent had humble beginnings with a very low enrolment rate but today is the premier girl’s school in whole of Shillong. Like most schools in the city, Loreto Convent is also associated with the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (ICSE).

Location | East Khasi Hills District
Website | http://www.loretoconventshillong.com

An education in the lush surroundings and the rich culture of Shillong is a unique proposition. That coupled with the high quality education of famed country-wide schools and colleges of the city, makes Shillong a popular destination for students from all over!