About Nagaland University
Nagaland University is the central university of Nagaland, with its headquarters at Lumami in Zunheboto district and campuses at Kohima (Meriema), Medziphema and Dimapur.
Nagaland University was created by an Act of Parliament in 1989 and formally started on 6 September 1994. Its headquarters is at Lumami in Zunheboto district, where most science and social science departments sit. The Kohima campus at Meriema hosts humanities, education, commerce, management and some social science departments, while agriculture is taught at Medziphema and engineering at Dimapur. Postgraduate programmes include MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, LLM and M.Ed, and almost every department admits PhD scholars. Admission is through an online application followed by a department-level entrance test or interview. It also affiliates many colleges across Nagaland.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Business Administration | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Commerce | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Laws | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Science | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
Admission is online only through the Nagaland University website, with the fee paid through SBI iCollect. Each department holds its own entrance test and/or interview, with details posted on the university website. PG applicants need a three-year degree with at least 50 percent in Honours/Major or 55 percent in the subject, with 5 percent relaxation for SC, ST, OBC (NCL) and PwD. PhD applicants need a master's degree with at least 55 percent (50 percent for reserved categories).
Typical eligibility
- Master of Arts: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; three- or four-year bachelor's degree; subject requirements vary (e.g. DU M.A. Economics needs Mathematics in Class 12 or 4 credits of Mathematics in the degree)
- Master of Business Administration: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; bachelor's degree of at least three years in any discipline
- Master of Commerce: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; B.Com (Hons/Pass) or equivalent such as BBA, BMS or BBE (University of Delhi)
- Master of Laws: Studying in: UG; At least 50% marks in UG; LL.B. or equivalent law degree; final-year LL.B. students may apply
- Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Library
- Labs
Where these courses lead
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Other colleges in Lumami
Department of Anthropology, Nagaland University
Department of Geography, Nagaland University
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to Nagaland University?
Apply online on the university website and pay the fee through SBI iCollect
Where is Nagaland University headquartered?
At Lumami in Zunheboto district, PIN 798627.
Which PG courses are offered?
MA, M.Sc, M.Com, MBA, LLM and M.Ed across its schools, plus PhD in most departments.
How many campuses does it have?
Lumami, Kohima (Meriema), Medziphema (agriculture) and Dimapur (engineering).
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Nagaland University Prospectus 2024-25 · Prospectus PDF, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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