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Manipur University (MU)

Imphal, Manipur Established 1980 6,023 students
NIRF 101-150 NAAC A CUET UGCUET PGNET/JRF
Admission 2027 Notices & jobs

MU Students and Faculty

4,768
UG and PG students
2024-25
1,255
PhD scholars
full-time
53%
Women
2,539 students
2%
From other states
9 from abroad

Manipur Univ had 4,768 students in its own UG and PG programmes in 2024-25, and 1,255 PhD scholars. 53% of the UG and PG students are women. 2% come from outside Manipur, including 9 from other countries. Students of affiliated or constituent colleges that report separately are not included.

Students by programme

ProgrammeMenWomenTotalSame stateOther statesAbroad
3-year UG1626423840
4-year UG43114357456950
2-year PG1,7112,2633,9753,910569
5-year integrated PG7010717717070
Total2,2282,5394,7684,687729
Women 2,539 (53%)Men 2,228 (47%)

Reserved categories and fee waivers

3,848 students are from SC, ST or OBC categories and 224 are economically backward (85% of all UG and PG students together). Of these 4,072 students, 1,762 had their full tuition fee paid by the central or state government, 49 by the university and 3 by private bodies.

Government 1,762 (43%)University 49 (1%)Private bodies 3 (<1%)No full waiver 2,258 (55%)

Manipur Univ scholarships and fellowships

PhD scholars

Manipur Univ had 1,255 full-time PhD scholars in 2024-25.

PhDs awarded 2024-25190
PhDs awarded 2023-24183
PhDs awarded 2022-23155

Faculty

Manipur Univ's NIRF return lists 369 faculty members working at the university now, about 16 students per faculty member (counting PhD students). 95% of them hold a PhD. 35% are women. The median teacher has 10 years of experience.

Professors79
Associate professors65
Assistant professors126
Deans, directors and heads12
Listed as "Other"87

Appointment: 266 regular, 103 adhoc / contractual.

Source: Student strength, PhD and faculty tables from the NIRF 2026 data return of Manipur University (IR-O-U-0337), as published on manipuruniv.ac.in Open the PDF. Figures are for 2024-25 unless a year is given; the university is responsible for them.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NIRF ranking of MU?

Manipur University falls in the 101-150 category of NIRF rankings.

What is the NAAC grade of Manipur Univ?

Manipur Univ is accredited NAAC B+ with a CGPA of 2.63, valid until 30 Apr 2028.

How to get admission in MU?

Admission to MU is through CUET UG, CUET PG, NET/JRF entrance examinations. Apply for the relevant exam through NTA (nta.ac.in), then apply at MU after results are declared.

What is the fee structure at MU?

UG programmes at MU cost approximately Rs.500-8,000/yr and PG programmes cost Rs.1,000-15,000/yr. As a central university, fees are significantly lower than private institutions.

Is MU a government university?

Yes, Manipur University is a Central Government university established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the Government of India through UGC.

What are the placement statistics of Manipur Univ?

In 2024-25, 250 of the 1,407 students who finished Manipur Univ's 2-year PG programmes were placed, at a median salary of Rs. 12.5 lakh a year, and 522 went on to higher studies. 3-year UG: 5 placed, median Rs. 11 lakh. 4-year UG: 32 placed, median Rs. 13.5 lakh. These are the figures Manipur Univ reported to NIRF (Ministry of Education).

Does MU accept CUET scores?

Yes, MU accepts CUET UG scores for undergraduate admissions and CUET PG scores for postgraduate admissions.

Does MU provide hostel facility?

Yes, MU provides separate hostel facilities for boys and girls with amenities including Wi-Fi, mess, and 24/7 security. Hostel allotment is subject to availability.

What scholarships are available at MU?

Students at MU can avail Central Sector Scholarship, Post-Matric SC/ST/OBC scholarships, INSPIRE (for science), and UGC fellowships for PhD scholars through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in).

Where is MU located?

Manipur University is located in Imphal, Manipur, India. Official website: manipuruniv.ac.in

How many students study at Manipur Univ?

Manipur Univ had 4,768 students in its UG and PG programmes in 2024-25 and 1,255 PhD scholars. 53% of UG and PG students are women and 2% come from outside Manipur.

How many teachers does Manipur Univ have?

Manipur Univ's NIRF return lists 369 faculty members working at the university, including 79 professors, 65 associate professors and 126 assistant professors. That is about 16 students per faculty member.

How much research funding does Manipur Univ get?

Manipur Univ received Rs. 3.5 crore for 37 sponsored research projects in 2024-25, and Rs. 20.4 crore over three years.

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