Manipur University was established as a State University on June 5, 1980, under the Manipur University Act 1980. It became a Central University on October 13, 2005, through the Manipur University Act 2005, passed by the Parliament. The University has nine Schools of Studies, forty-seven departments, and seven Centres of Studies attached to various Schools of Studies. The total student strength is 7,396.
Currently, the University has 119 affiliated colleges, including three medical colleges of regional and national significance. The Manipur Institute of Technology (MIT), under the School of Engineering, is a constituent college of the University.
Manipur University is assessed and accredited by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with a 'B+' grade (2023). The University plays a significant role in the higher education landscape of the state, contributing to intellectual, academic, social, economic, and cultural development. It serves as a catalyst for advancing knowledge in various disciplines by promoting innovation, research, and training.
Located in Canchipur, Imphal, a historic site in the state, the University’s campus spans 287.53 acres. With its historical and cultural significance and scenic beauty, it provides a serene environment for study and research.
To become a world-class university and educate the youth of the region so as to enable them to participate fully in the development of the nation and become responsible citizens.
To foster excellence in teaching and research, to maintain the social relevance of education, to educate the youth of this region to become responsible citizens, and to promote innovation in the teaching-learning process
The primary objective of the University is:
1. To disseminate and advance knowledge by providing instructional and research facilities in such branches of learning as it may deem fit;
2. To make provisions for integrated courses in humanities, natural and physical sciences, social sciences, forestry, and other allied disciplines in the educational programs of the university;
3. To take appropriate measures for promoting innovations in the teaching-learning process, interdisciplinary studies, and research;
4. To educate and train manpower for the development of the state of Manipur and to pay special attention to the improvement of the social and economic conditions and welfare of the people of the state, their intellectual, academic, and cultural development.
The Court, the Executive Council, the Academic Council, the College Development Council, the Board of Studies, the Finance Committee and such other authorities as may be declared by the statutes will be the authorities of the university.
