WILLIAM CAREY

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WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY
Meghalaya

PROSPECTUS
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UGC Recognised | PCI Approved
Contact: 0364-2954585, 6009905260/61/66
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Chancellor’s Message 01

Vice Chancellor’s Message 02

Registrar’s Message 04

Introduction 05

Schools of Study 11

School of Social Sciences & Humanities 14

School of Physical Sciences 21

School of Life Sciences 24

School of Human & Environmental Sciences 27

School of Commerce, Economics & Management Studies 31

School of Technology 36

School of Design & Applied Arts 40

Fee Structure 44

College of Pharmacy 46

Doctoral Program 48

Notification on Anti-Ragging 51

General Guidelines for Admission 52

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From the desk of

Chancellor

Chancellor’s Message:

William Carey University, Meghalaya focuses on a unique vision. It is an institution that does not just
concentrate on academics alone but also integrate socio-economic and environmental realities of
Meghalaya in particular and the North East India in general. Universities have become academic “ivory
towers” and merely operating as degree mills, however William Carey University, Meghalaya is set to
propel a paradigm shift in this context.

Established by the Gazette of Meghalaya No.76 William Carey Act 2005, the William Carey University,
Meghalaya has been functioning since 2005 with the first batch of students coming in 2008.
William Carey University, Meghalaya has made steady progress with various programs on offer that will
fulfil our vision of facilitating youth in their journey of life.

Welcome to William Carey University, Meghalaya.

Prof. (Dr.) Anand Kumar Gupta

Chancellor

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From the desk of

Vice Chancellor

Vice Chancellor’s Message:

Hello friends and fellow citizens,

I am happy to present to you our university and welcome you to be involved in the progress of the
University as its stakeholders. Over the past 17 years, William Carey University, Meghalaya has grown in
stature and is today recognized as one of the premier Universities in the North East India. William Carey
University, Meghalaya is University Grants Commission (UGC) recognized and Pharmacy Council of India
(PCI) approved. With a mere 4 departments to begin with on the campus today our university has 28
Departments offering various course and programs in the Diploma, Post-Graduation Diploma, Under
Graduate, Post Graduate and PhD levels.
Our University is known for conducting its academic programs and examinations as per schedule. The
credit based yearly/semester system, at the Diploma, Post-Graduation Diploma, Under Graduate, Post
Graduate and PhD working well.
Adequate infrastructure is always a priority for the University. The basic facilities available on
the campus include: Administrative section, Faculty sections, Library cum Reading Room, Student and
Hostels Assistance Linkages, Career Counselling and Placement Cell with cent percent interview assistance,
Online Admission portal as well as Offline Admission facilities, Well-equipped Computer laboratory,
Science Laboratories, Pharmacy Laboratories, National Service Scheme(NSS) and regular student
development programs, Free Computer Certification, Field trips and Internships. Multi-disciplinary and
Inter-disciplinary approach to holistic and integrated approach to life and study through field
works/projects/dissertations are imparted. Among other facilities: All the offices of our University are
computerized and we are adopting e-governance initiatives. Our teaching faculties have rendered
themselves creditably in teaching and research activities.
Research and Consultancy Promotion Cell (RCPC) has been constituted to promote and
strengthen research programs of our University. It is also felt that the consultancy programs needs to be
strengthened to encourage the faculty to work in collaboration with industries and institutions in the area of
their expertise. Faculties and departments are engaged in and conducting researches, seminars and
conferences in collaboration within situations like Indian Council for Social Science Research, North
Eastern Council and various departments of the State Government. University-Industry interactions are
being strengthened and the University proposes to start skill development programs in collaboration with
industries soon. CCTV cameras are installed on the campus for providing safe and secure environs to the
students and other stakeholders. University is also encouraging extension activities through village adoption
programs to strengthen the linkage with society. The “Swachh Bharath” program is being carried out very
effectively involving the NGOs and the local people. The International Study Centre is doing well and the
University has begun to attract International students for PG and Research programs. Life at the campus is
invigorating and wholesome. William Carey University is an integral part of nation building among cultural
diversities of the region. The University tries to reach that goal by engaging with the community and
celebrating all meaningful events and important days on campus. The processes of Admissions and
Examinations are fully computerized. The University provides a safe and peaceful environment that is
conducive to learning with the active support of students, faculty, administrative staff and the University
authorities.
The “William Carey University Alumni Connect” help stop reserve and strengthen the connection
between the alumni at home and abroad. The alumni aim to share information regarding the latest
initiatives of the institution, to honour distinguished alumni for supporting in brand building, to organize

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networking get-togethers and overall development of the William Carey University. William Carey
University has also adopted a „Zero Tolerance Policy‟ towards ragging since its inception. No act of
ragging, major or minor shall go unnoticed.
I am confident that William Carey University, Meghalaya, which is a State Private University,
besides serving the local community, will reach greater heights of excellence nationally and internationally
in the days to come and attract more students from other parts of the world.

Come join in this collaborative journey forward.

Prof. (Dr.) Soma Bhowmick

Vice Chancellor

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From the desk of

Registrar

Greetings from the Registrar’s Desk

William Carey University, Meghalaya is guiding the young generation on the right path in education. There
are experienced and learned faculty members in the university who are teaching and guiding students and
scholars not only to understand and analyse but also to help bring out new findings successfully. The
university teachers motivate and enlighten students and scholars in every sphere. Students and Scholars
implement what they learned during their studies to benefit society and humanity as a whole.

The university provides student centric, quality, skill-based and career led education. The university also
provides assistance in finding appropriate job opportunities through its training and placement cell. The
achievements of our alumni are commendable and many of them are in a high position in cooperative and
government sectors. Our present students and scholars are excellent in different disciplines and in due
course, they will be outstanding and successful.

I invite you all to join William Carey University, Meghalaya to build up your personality and to be in your
dream career.

Welcome and Best wishes to all.

Dr. P G Jangamlung Richard

Registrar

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WILLIAM CAREY UNIVERSITY

Meghalaya, India

INTRODUCTION
William Carey University was established vide The William Carey University Act, 2005 (Act No.13 of
2005) of 13 July 2005 by the Gazette of Meghalaya. The Governor of Meghalaya has accorded sanction for
the establishment of the University.
The university is founded to contribute and to unleash the genius and potential of North East India. It has an
avowed focus on offering high quality education and scope of ground breaking research to students and
scholars especially of the South East Asian region and facilitate a platform of confluence for students and
scholars of India along with a global outlook.

THE VISION
William Carey University is a unique institution where academia integrates with the socio-economic and
environmental realities in order to bring about constructive transformation in the lives of the people and their
contexts. The University brings together social, economic, environmental, cultural and academic activities in
order to facilitate integrated growth for the community. An innovative range of study programs and research
are being conducted within the distinctive context of the hill regions of NE India. Local cultures and the
natural environment are being sustained alongside socio-economic development. Food, energy, water and
their interconnection is the heart of all engagement and the university seeks collaborations and partnerships
with various stakeholders world- wide. William Carey University is an emerging top-ranking university in
the region and the country.

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
In keeping with its vision, William Carey University offers academic courses, programs, and skills that
empower students to involve in commercial as well as service-oriented opportunities. Thus, whether
teaching of Environment or Management, Education or IT programs the students train and study in an
appropriate framework. Knowledge, skills and the dispositions for service to the community are cultivated.
Programs offered by William Carey University, are both formal as well as non-formal as the university
reaches out to the people rather than people coming into an academic sanctuary.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
William Carey University nurture alliances, those are strategic both nationally and globally. It imparts skills
That promote economic growth in the region. The university facilitates appropriate research leading to
commercial collaborations creating job opportunities at various levels as there is wide scope for profitable
ventures. Capital as well as other investments will be encouraged. Commercial operations will be
encouraged to simultaneously develop a commitment to the community. The university is at an
advantageous position due to its location to engage with the community, state and different stake holders
and promote the India‟s Look East and Act East Policy.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENT
The region is rich in its biodiversity but its fragile ecology must be carefully handled. With significant
changes in global economic conditions and India in particular, the academia at the university has identified
areas of study that affect North East India‟s economic development alongside its environmental
sustainability. Studies conducted by the university have been able to address the changing economic, social,
and climatic perspectives that encourage environmentally sustainable economic development and also to
utilize optimally the rich biodiversity of North East India. Students and scholars are encouraged to engage in
research and propose projects for sustainable resource utilization. Northeast India offers an ideal
“laboratory” for significant study of environmental sustainability for socio-economic development and the
university is offering to pool resources with such institutions for the benefit of the students, scholars and the
community at large. Such studies must change human behaviour and actions so as to reduce on-going
damage to the ecosystem while optimizing the available promise.

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SOCIO-CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT
As development is a holistic concept, the key is to infuse economic development with socio-cultural
sensitivity to nurture an integrated model of development and transformation of North East India. There is a
growing tendency in the world to consider purely physical, economic and environment factors without
reference to socio-cultural and religious realities. Studies of socio-cultural and religious factors affecting
development and grass roots issues in tribal societies of the North East India also play a vital role in the
development process.

RESEARCH PROJECTS
William Carey University encourages research projects that study tribal culture, religion, gender issues, and
management and administrative systems. The worldwide impact by globalization is all pervasive and the
current blow inflicted by COVID-19 has been life changing. Studies reflect the realities of our life and times
and how our values and behaviour transform. The various departments under the School of Study at the
William Carey University, has been in the fore front of encouraging and engaging in relevant studies and
research.

WCU NSS-CELL
William Carey University-National Service Scheme (WCU-NSS Cell) was set up in the university with the
objectives to understand the community; identify the needs and problems of the community and involve the
min the problem-solving process; develop the volunteers and install in them a sense of social and civic
responsibility. It also aims to utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and
community problems; develop competence required for group living and sharing of responsibilities; gain
skills in mobilizing community participation; acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitude; develop
capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters and practice national integration and social harmony.
At present WCU-NSS have 1 Program Coordinator, 3 Program Officers and 500 Volunteers. It has 3
adopted villages. Numerous social works, camps, orientation programs, workshops and competitions had
been conducted. It has also received numerous prizes and awards. The recent awards received by WCU -
NSS were Swachh Bharat Summer Internship-01 state-level 1st, 2nd and 3rd awards in 2019 and Swachh
Bharat Summer Internship-02 state–level1st and 2ndPrizes awards in 2020. The WCU-NSS volunteers
received certificates and ₹2,90,000/- for all the awards. The Program Coordinator, Program Officers and
Volunteers with the assistance and support from faculty, staff and authority in collaboration with the
government have been rendering social services in different ways especially during the COVID-19
Pandemics.

CONVOCATION
Convocations are held at regular intervals in Shillong; however, one can also receive the degree in absentia.

ALUMNI
The “William Carey University Alumni Connect” helps to preserve and strength the connection between the
alumni at home and abroad. The alumni aim to share information regarding the latest initiatives of the
institution, to honour distinguished alumni for supporting in brand building, to organize networking get-
togethers and overall development of the William Carey University.

WILLIAM CAREY GLOBAL CONNECT (WCGC)

The William Carey University, as per University Grants Commission (UGC) and in line with visions of NEP
2020 has started an initiative called William Carey Global Connect (WCGC) to coordinate matters relating
to welcoming and support foreign students desirous of admission into various departments of the university.
It is also engaged in promotion activities and brand building, disseminating information related to admission
process. It also acts as liaison between foreign students/scholars and their collaborative activities with
foreign institutions and educational institutions.

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STUDENT ACCOMODATION HOSTEL FACILITIES

Student accommodation plays a vital role in the academic cycle. Hence, William Carey University has a
commitment to ensure safety, comfort, health and a welcoming homely atmosphere for students at all times.
Students may choose to stay in hostels or guest house etc. accommodations. Though the University does not
have Hostels of its own, but the University has a committee/cell that has established a working relationship
with the various Hostels and Paying Guests in the city to provide linkages for assisting and managing
student accommodation by providing information and guidance regarding accommodation option(s).

UGC RELATIONS
William Carey University is listed on the University Grants Commission (UGC), India and Ministry of
Human Resource Development as a State Private University. The University offers UGC recognized courses
and it has the approval of Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) offering Diploma in Pharmacy ([Link]) and
Bachelor of Pharmacy ([Link]) since 2020-2021 sessions onwards. The University is competent to award
degrees as per section 22 of UGC Act 1956. The University is also a member of the Association of Indian
Universities (AIU). Check out the UGC recognition letter of the university website
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ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN UNIVERSITIES

William Carey University, Meghalaya is proud to be a member of ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN
UNIVERSITIES. The University collaborates to promote and represent the higher education system and
Indian Universities on national and international forums and establish strong liaison with the government,
National/International organizations of higher education, sister associations world over and among
universities through active support, cooperation and coordination among the member universities and all
stakeholders for promoting quality education, research, sports, culture & values. You can find us at
[Link] ENTRY 817

PHARMACY COUNCIL OF INDIA

William Carey University, Meghalaya has the approval of Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) to conduct the
course Diploma in Pharmacy ([Link]) and Bachelor of Pharmacy ([Link]). You can find us at
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STUDENT GRIEVANCE CELL

A Student's Grievance Cell is established to provide a mechanism to students and scholars for redress of
their grievances with regard to their complaints on academic and non-academic matters, grievances related
to assessment, victimization, attendance, charging of fee, conducting of examinations, harassment by
colleague students or teachers etc. The Cell is led by the Dean of Student Welfare, dedicated to promote and
maintain a conducive and unprejudiced educational environment in the university so that the dreams of the
students and scholars at the William Carey University are realized. Students and scholars are requested to
note that making a complaint is serious and therefore they are to use this power in a responsible manner. At
the same time, the university assures students that once a complaint is made, it will be treated with
sensitivity and confidentiality. Check out the details of the Student's Grievance Cell in the university website
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EXAMINATION RULES FOR STUDENTS

 Students must carry their Identity Card and Admit Card every day to the Examination Hall.
 Students must sit according to the seating arrangement made every day.
 Students must enter the examination hall 15minutes before the commencement of the examination.
 Students who come late-half an hour after the commencement of the examination will not be
permitted to sit for the examination.
 Students are not allowed to go out to the washroom before one hour after the commencement of the
examination.
 Students must sign the 'lavatory sheet' and mention the timing before leaving and after returning to
the examination hall.
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 Students cannot submit their Answer-scripts before one hour after the commencement of the
examination.
 Students must not talk or discuss among themselves during the examination.
 Students must not carry Mobile Phones and electronic devices (except required calculating devices
like-scientific calculator) inside the examination hall. Use of Mobile and electronic devices in the
examination hall is strictly prohibited and such usage would be confiscated and sent to Examination
Cell as evidence.
 Books and bags are not allowed to keep inside the examination hall.
 Students must write their Examination Roll Nos. as mentioned in the Admit Card issued by the
University, Class and subject with paper no. correctly in the Answer Scripts. If there is any wrong
entry in the answer scripts the University will not be responsible.
 Examination fee is ₹500.00 per paper (is liable to change)

ASSESSMENT
All students are required to do project work and seminars. William Carey University follows Choice Based
Credit System (CBCS)with 10 scale pointers. It has semester module. All courses have both formative
assessment and summative assessment.
Formative assessment normally carries 25% of the total marks and the summative assessment carries
75%marks. The Passing pointer is 4.0. Failure to get the required pointer means that the candidate has failed
and is required to repeat the respective paper. For the award of Degree, the minimum CGPA required is 5.0

ATTENDANCE
• All students are to maintain 75% attendance all the time.
• Those who fall short of attendance will be required to do extra classes/assignments/and pay a fine.
• Students who habitually absent themselves and fall short of the required attendance may be asked to
repeat the semester.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
• Completion of all required courses, projects and assessments.
• Payment of all fees.
• Clearance from the library.

LIBRARY
William Carey University Library is an academic library which caters the need of the students, research
scholars and faculty of this University. Library is a growing organism and so multiple volumes of books and
journals are added each year. Library now houses more than 6000 volumes of books, journals, articles, etc.
The print collection includes books, research reports, reference books and back volumes of periodicals etc.
In addition to the professional reading the library provides a good amount of reading like daily newspapers
and some books for soft skills development. All subjects related to the University's academic program have
been included in the library collection.
User-friendly library software called Koha has been adopted at the library. This internationally recognized
software facilitates automated circulation (issue & return) of the books and speedy access to bibliographies,
locations and availability information of the books stocked in the library.

COUNCELING, TRAINING AND PLACEMENT CELL

The Placement Cell plays a crucial role in locating job opportunities for Under Graduates and Post
Graduates passing out from the college by keeping in touch with reputed firms and industrial establishments.
The Placement Cell operates round the year to facilitate contacts between companies and graduates. The
Department of Training & Placement is the backbone of any institute. The main objective of any training
and placement cell is to assist students develop/clarify their academic and career interests, and their short
and long-term goals through individual counseling and group sessions also to assist students develop and
implement successful job search strategies. The professional world is tough. There‟s widespread competition
for jobs, and not everyone gets a great opportunity. With their final semester already and on their mind, the

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students can be under a lot of pressure when it comes to placements. It can be very tough for the students
mentally. That is why a university needs to have a good placement cell in place.

University placements cells will help students prepare for their upcoming step into the professional world,
and also help relieve a major part of the stress they have. They have been established by the university
mainly as a place for guidance that will help them get placed in a job profile they want according to their
qualifications and skills. Along with preparation, university placement cell help get the right people to the
right place. If left alone, students could really hamper their careers by getting into the wrong place.
Therefore, the importance of a good placement cell cannot be stressed enough.

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SCHOOLS OF STUDY

A) SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

William Carey University, offers Diploma, Post Graduate Diploma, Graduate, Post Graduate and
Ph.D. courses across seven Schools of study.
The school of Social Sciences and Humanities is the branch of science devoted to the study of
society and its institutions, and the relationships among individuals within those societies and
institutions. The humanities can be described as the study of how people process and document the
human experience. The School of Social Science and Humanities aims at enhancing the knowledge
through graduate, postgraduate academic programmes and research studies under the departments.

Departments under the School:

 Department of History
 Department of Political Science
 Department of Public Administration
 Department of Sociology
 Department of Education
 Department of English
 Department of Philosophy
 Department of Psychology and Counseling
 Department of Rural Development
 Department of Social Work

B) SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL SCIENCES

The school of Physical Science is the branch of science which deals with the study of non living things, their
composition, nature, characteristics, the changes they have undergone and the factors affecting these
changes.

Departments under the School:

 Department of Chemistry
 Department of Physics
 Department of Mathematics

C) SCHOOL OF LIFE SCIENCES

The school of Life Science is striving to offer an excellent science education to students of all ages and
abilities. Science allows students to explore their world and discover new things. It is an active subject,
containing activities such as hands-on labs and experiments. This makes science well-suited to active young
researchers. Science is the foundation for education. Our staffs are subject specialists and are driven by the
desire to ensure that all learners make good progress in every lesson. We have high expectations of our
students in terms of research, aptitude and effort. The science staffs are always available to support students
and in achieving the best possible carrier outcomes.

Departments under the School:

 Department of Botany
 Department of Zoology
 Department of Microbiology

D) SCHOOL OF HUMAN & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

The school of Human and Environmental Science deals with the understanding of human relationshiop,
perceptions and policies towards the environment. It is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates
physical, biological and information sciences.

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Departments under the School:

 Department of Geography
 Department of Environmental Management and Science
 Department of Agriculture

E) SCHOOL OF ECONOMICS & MANAGEMENT STUDIES

The school of Economics & Management studies provide an understanding of how the economy and
organizations function, and how resources are allocated between economic entities, while management is
focused on determining how best to utilize the allocated resources .

Departments under the School:

 Department of Commerce
 Department of Management
 Department of Economics

F) SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY

The school of Technology is the branch of science that deals with finding solutions to practical problems.
The technology studies degree is the foundation for a wide variety of carrier paths. Students gain
competitive life-long skills in strategic thinking, information analysis, marketing and entrepreneurial
endeavors.
Departments under the School:
 Department of Computer Science
 Department of Information Technology
 Department of Library and Information Science

G) SCHOOL OF DESIGN & APPLIED ARTS

The school of Design and Applied Arts deal with design and manufacture of practical objects that are both
beautiful and useable. It is mainly a concentration of all the arts within the visual arts fields. In this
academic discipline, student focuses on the principles and practical applications of art and design.
Departments under the School:
 Department of Fashion Designing
 Department of Fine Arts

In addition, inter-disciplinary programs are also incorporated in our curriculum, to provide

opportunities for students in multiple areas of work.
 Diploma/ PG Diploma/ Degree Course in Fashion Designing
 Diploma Course in Accounting, Investment, Taxation
 Diploma Course in Guidance & Counseling
 Diploma/ PG Diploma/ Degree Course in Computer Application
 Diploma Course in Pharmacy
 PG Diploma Course in Human Rights
 PG Diploma Course in Peace & Conflict Resolution
 PG Diploma Course in Rural Development

The NEW EDUCATION POLICY 2020 is envisaged to revolutionise higher education in India. The
University is preparing to implement the policy in consultation with the Government of Meghalaya.

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SCHOOL
OF
SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES

For the Under Graduate Programme, the student needs to choose the following combination as:
1. Honours / Major paper
2. Elective any 2
3. Compulsory Papers- English, Alternative English/ Khasi, Environmental Studies & Research
Methodology

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The Department of History, William Carey University aims at building a

generation of young learned minds who will be able to face the challenges of life.
Department At the same time, it aims to instill in these learned minds the true value of
of education as an all-round development of body, mind and soul.
HISTORY
UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS(HISTORY)
COMBINATIONS: History, {Education/ Sociology/ Political Science/
Economics (any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (HISTORY)

M.A. in HISTORY is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

The Department of Political Science endeavors to generate new knowledge &

Department produce skilled students who are trained in Political Science. The Department
of also strives to pursue academic excellence in teaching, research and extension.
POLITICAL The goals of the department are to encourage research in the socio - political
SCIENCE issues and contribute to the discipline of Political Science, to impart training to
the students in order to equip them academic and professional capability &
develop among them analytical perspective and to encourage research in the
socio - political issues and contribute to the discipline of Political Science.

PG DIPLOMA (HUMAN RIGHTS)

Post Graduate Diploma in Human Rights is a full-time diploma program, the
duration of which is two semesters. The eligibility of the course is passing of
10+2+3 examination or qualifying any graduation examination with a minimum
aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream from a recognized board.

PG DIPLOMA (PEACE & CONFLICT RESOLUTION)

Post Graduate Diploma in Peace & Conflict Resolution is a full-time diploma
program, the duration of which is two semesters. The eligibility of the course is
passing of 10+2+3 examination or qualifying any graduation examination with a
minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.

Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream from a recognized board.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (POLITICAL SCIENCE)

COMBINATIONS: Political Science, {Sociology/ Education/ History/
Economics (any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE : MASTER OF ARTS (POLITICAL SCIENCE)

M.A in POLITICAL SCIENCE is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective
subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a

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recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

The mission of William Carey University in the Sociology program is to provide

Department students with a broad and actionable education, applicable to a variety of career
of paths, that includes teaching, research, writing and critical thinking skills. The
SOCIOLOGY Department aims to train students‟ interest in understanding social dynamics, to
foster a sense of unity among students in the classroom, conducting their own
research advocacy for social justice and addressing our society‟s major
problems. Therefore, leading to a scientific understanding of social life through
teaching and guiding the students in a proper manner.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (SOCIOLOGY)

COMBINATIONS: Sociology, {Education/ History/ English/ Environmental
Management (any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS(SOCIOLOGY)

M.A in SOCIOLOGY is a post graduate degree course off our semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

The Department of Education is one of the oldest departments of William Carey

Department University, Meghalaya. It is a unique department where the academy integrates
Of with the socio-economic and environmental realities in order to bring about total
EDUCATION transformation of the students of North-East India. The department brings
together social, economic, environmental, cultural and academic activities in
order to facilitate integrated growth for the community. An innovative range of
under-graduate study, post-graduate study programs and PhD Research is
conducted to prepare individuals who will bring changes through teaching,
research and services in the professions and their community. The Ultimate
vision is total transformation of people and society at large. The department
wants to develop students the ability to have critical appraisal of different
educational policies and their effectiveness and apply the lesson of the past for a
better implementation of educational standards for today.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (EDUCATION)

COMBINATIONS: Education, {Sociology/ History/ Environmental
Management/ Psychology and Counseling (any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (EDUCATION)

M.A in EDUCATION is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A in respective subject or its
Equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

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The Psychology & Counseling Department mentors the students in their all-
Department of round development right from their academic performance, field work, internship
PSYCHOLOGY& and most importantly the importance of how to keep oneself mentally strong and
COUNSELING healthy. As „Psychology‟ is a wide subject, with a wide variety of different
specializations we aim to have a specialization course for the Post Graduate
students like M.A in Psychology and Counseling, Clinical Psychology etc. which
will help the students with better opportunities in their career path with the
specialization that they have.

Diploma Course (GUIDANCE & COUNSELING)

Certificate Course in Guidance & Counseling is a full-time diploma program.
The course duration of which is two semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examinations or qualifying 12th-
grade examination in any relevant stream of Science/Arts/Commerce with a
minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: 10+2 examination in any stream from a recognized board.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY&COUNSELING)

COMBINATIONS: Psychology,{Education/Sociology/English/History (any)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY & COUNSELING)

M.A in PSYCHOLOGY: SPECIALIZATION – COUNSELING
PSYCHOLOGY is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration. The
minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

The Department of Philosophy aims to see students identify their strengths and
Department weaknesses, build their character and become a better person and use the
of techniques and methods taught for their future endeavors.
PHILOSOPHY
UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (PHILOSOPHY)
COMBINATIONS: Philosophy, {History/ Education/ Sociology/ Environmental
Management (any2)}
Duration:6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (PHILOSOPHY)

M.A in PHILOSOPHY is a postgraduate degree course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

Public Administration is a newly emerged discipline compared to other social

Department sciences discipline. Public administration is mainly concerned with the
of organization of the government policies and programs as well as behavior and
PUBLIC conduct of officials. The department of Public Administration teaches the
ADMINISTRATION organizational efforts needed to build close relations with the public and stake
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holders for the implementation and running the various administrative agencies
and government policies.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION)

M.A in PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION is a post graduate degree course of four
semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

The Department of Rural Development was started with the focus to make the
Department students aware and study of various programmes implemented by the Ministry of
of Rural Development. This will help the students to have confidence working with
RURAL the state and district Rural Development department shaping their own
DEVELOPMENT community towards over all sustainable development.

PG Diploma Course (RURAL DEVELOPMENT)

Diploma in Rural Development is a full-time diploma program, the duration of
which is two semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2+3 examination or qualifying any
graduation examination with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream from are cognized board.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (RURAL DEVELOPMENT)

BA in Rural Development is a full-time under graduate program, the duration of
which is six semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying any 12 th
grade examination with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.

Duration:6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (RURAL DEVELOPMENT)

M.A in RURAL DEVELOPMENT is a post graduate degree course off our
semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in any subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

Social Work is a profession and a social science committed to social justice, the
Department quality of life and to the development and full potential of each individual, group
of and community in society. Social Work Education is a professional course which
SOCIAL WORK trains students to understand, assess and try to solve social problems. The Social
Work methods used for working with individuals, groups and community are
Case Work, Group Work, Community Organization, Social Welfare
Administration, Social Action and Social Research.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (BSW)

Bachelor in Social Work is an undergraduate degree course of six semester
duration.
The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
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examination in any relevant stream with a minimum aggregate listed under a
recognized board.
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK(MSW)

Master of Social Work is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is BSW or its equivalent degree
with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject (Social Work) from a recognized board

The Department of English, William Carey University, endeavors to encourage in

Department the students, critical thought, freedom of inquiry, and the pursuit of discernment
of of their own society and culture as well as that of others, through dedicated
ENGLISH scholarship and an appreciation of Literature. The Department also seeks to
expose the students to the highest quality in the English Language and creative
writing by nurturing in them an understanding of the subtleties of the English
language and its usage as an artistic tool.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS(ENGLISH)

•COMBINATIONS: English, {History/ Education/ Sociology/ Environmental
Management (any2)}
Duration:6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS(ENGLISH)

M.A in ENGLISH is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration. The
minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in respective subject or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration:4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

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SCHOOL
OF
PHYSICAL SCIENCES

For the Under Graduate Programme, the student needs to choose the following combination as:
1. Honours / Major paper
2. Elective any 2
3. Compulsory Papers- English, Alternative English/ Khasi, Environmental Studies & Research
Methodology

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Chemistry plays a vital role towards the development and growth of a
number of industries like pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturers,
Department agrochemicals, glass, paper, textile, leather etc. The demand for chemists is
of also increasing in oil, gas, power and defense sectors..
CHEMISTRY
UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY)
COMBINATIONS: Chemistry, [(Botany & Zoology) / (Microbiology &
Botany) / (Mathematics & Physics)]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in Science stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY)

[Link]. in CHEMISTRY is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

The Department of Physics has the vision to aid in building a foundation for
Department excellence and development of the institution as a premier Institution by
of igniting and nurturing enthusiasm, interests and passion in the study of
PHYSICS Physics.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PHYSICS)

COMBINATIONS: Physics, [Chemistry & Mathematics]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in science stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE (PHYSICS)

[Link]. in PHYSICS is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

The Department of Mathematics aims to create a solid foundation for the

Department assimilation of mathematical concepts and structures and build mathematical
of skills like creative, logical and analytical thinking. Software such as C
MATHEMATICS programming is used to increase the understanding of the fundamental
mathematical concepts.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (MATHEMATICS)

COMBINATIONS: Mathematics, [Physics & Chemistry]
Duration:6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in science stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE (MATHEMATICS)

[Link]. in MATHEMATICS is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board.

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SCHOOL
OF
LIFE SCIENCES

For the Under Graduate Programme, the student needs to choose the following combination as:
1. Honours / Major paper
2. Elective any 2
3. Compulsory Papers- English, Alternative English/ Khasi, Environmental Studies

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Zoology is a broad and conventional branch of biology that deals with study
Department of the animal kingdom. With its diverse sub-branches and specialization
of zoology as a subject offers a lot of scope.
ZOOLOGY
UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (ZOOLOGY)
COMBINATIONS: Zoology, [(Microbiology & Chemistry) / (Botany &
Chemistry)]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in science stream from a recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE (ZOOLOGY)

[Link]. in ZOOLOGY is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from recognized university

The Department of Botany strives to empower students with a holistic and

Department comprehensive education across a wide range of subject areas, which would
of enable them to contribute effectively to basic and applied education and
BOTANY research in plant biology.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BOTANY)

COMBINATIONS: Botany, [(Zoology & Chemistry)/
(Microbiology & Zoology)]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in Science stream from recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE(BOTANY)

[Link]. in BOTANY is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B. [Link]
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from recognized university

Microbiology is a well know disciplinary subject that coincides with other

Department fields of life sciences. The study of microorganisms has never been more
of important as of today with increasing incidences of outbreak of infectious
MICROBIOLOGY diseases and pathogens.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (MICROBIOLOGY)

COMBINATIONS: Microbiology, [(Botany & Zoology) / (Botany &
Chemistry)]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF SCIENCE (MICROBIOLOGY)

[Link]. in MICROBIOLOGY is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in specific
subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under
recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from recognized university
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SCHOOL
OF
HUMAN AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

For the Under Graduate Programme, the student needs to choose the following combination as:
1. Honours / Major paper
2. Elective any 2
3. Compulsory Papers- English, Alternative English/ Khasi, Environmental Studies

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The department of Geography aims at providing opportunities to our
Department students to understand all aspects of the discipline through its—theories,
of practical, projects/dissertations. In the applied aspects of the discipline the
GEOGRAPHY students are encouraged to make models to show case the importance of the
subject.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (GEOGRAPHY)/

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (GEOGRAPHY)
B.A/ [Link]. Geography are an undergraduate degree course of six semester
duration.
The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
examination in any stream with a minimum aggregate listed under a
recognized board.

COMBINATIONS: Geography, {Economics /Sociology/ History/

Environmental Management (any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (GEOGRAPHY) / MASTER OF

SCIENCE (GEOGRAPHY)
M.A/ [Link]. GEOGRAPHY are a post graduate degree course of four
semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is graduation in Geography
or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from recognized university

The Department of Environmental Management and Science was

Department established with the vision to systematically study environment in relation to
of sustainable development. Learners will understand and know the basic
ENVIRONMENTAL concepts of environment and analyze and classify the various issues in
MANAGEMENT AND environmental sustainability in the face of modern developmental activities.
SCIENCE The department provides innovative education with a mission to advance
understanding of the environment through inter disciplinary scientific
research, education, and service.

UG COURSE:
1. BACHELOR OF ARTS (ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT)
COMBINATIONS: Environmental Management, {Education / Economics
/ Sociology /Geography(any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in Arts/Commerce stream from a recognized board.

[Link] OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE)

COMBINATIONS: Environmental Science, [(Botany & Zoology)/
(Micro-Biology & Botany)/ (Chemistry & Zoology)]
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE:
[Link] OF ARTS (ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT)
M.A in ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT is a post graduate degree

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course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A in respective subject
or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration: 4semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

[Link] OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES)

[Link]. in ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE is a post graduate degree course
of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B. [Link] respective subject
or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

The department aims to be the center of quality education and training that
Department will be able to produce agriculturists with excellence who can contribute
of their knowledge and skills to the farming community as well as in
AGRICULTURE developing technologies that can be adopted readily by the region.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURE)

B. [Link] AGRICULTURE is an under graduate degree course of eight
semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
examination in any relevant stream of Science with a minimum aggregate
listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 8 semesters.
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science stream from a recognized board.

MASTER OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURE)

[Link]. in AGRICULTURE is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in Agriculture or its
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

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SCHOOL
OF
COMMERCE, ECONOMICS AND
MANAGEMENT STUDIES

For the Under Graduate Programme, the student needs to choose the following combination as:
1. Honours / Major paper
2. Elective any 2
3. Compulsory Papers- English, Alternative English/ Khasi, Environmental Studies

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Department of Commerce of the University offers Courses like: Diploma,
Department [Link] and [Link]. These courses give students the opportunities to opt for
of career such as; Business Executives, Accountants, HR manager, Data
COMMERCE Analyst, Marketing manager, Investment banker, Wealth Manager etc. in the
state like Meghalaya, where industrial reach is limited and employment
opportunities are very limited, Department of Commerce is guiding youths of
the state to become employable as well as motivating them to become job
creators as well.

Diploma course (ACCOUTING, INVESTMENT&TAXATION)

Certificate Course in Accounting, Investment and Taxation is a full-time
diploma program, the course duration of which is two semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying
12th-grade examination in any relevant stream of Science/ Arts/ Commerce
with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: 10+2 examination in any stream from a recognized board.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF COMMERCE ([Link])

Accounting skills are of great relevance and brightens the prospects for
success in every walk of modern professional life. Consequently, commerce
education has gained much prominent ease field of study. Commerce
education at William Carey University aims at creating action leaders in
society, business and nation as well. The department has taken initiative to
introduce unique integrated programs to facilitate advanced and professional
exposure to the students.

A. Compulsory English, Alternative English/ Khasi,

Papers: Environmental Education
Financial Accounting, Business
B. Major Subjects:
Organization & Management, Business
Law, Business Mathematics & Statistics,
Company Law, Income Tax Law &
Practice, Corporate Accounting, Cost
Accounting
Human Resource Development, Principles
of Marketing, Auditing & Corporate
C. Electives:
Governance, Fundamentals of Financial
Management, Indirect Tax Law, Corporate
Tax Planning, Banking & Insurance,
Management Accounting, Computerized
Accounting System, International
Business, Office Management &
Secretarial Practice, Fundamentals of
Investment, Consumer Protection

Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in commerce stream from a recognized board

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PG COURSE: MASTER OF COMMERCE ([Link])
[Link] is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration. The
minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B. Com or its equivalent degree
with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

In order to meet the needs of the changing environment due to development

Department in the international economic scenario and its consequent impact on India's
of domestic market, the Business Administration Programme has been designed
MANAGEMENT to meet the present and future needs for professional managers. The goal of
the course is to create a team of competent managers and entrepreneur to
take care of the expanding business and industrial activities in the
competitive environment.

The Business Administration Programme aims at imparting professional

education and training in modern management techniques for handling
Business operation in a highly dynamic and competitive environment. The
programme is intended to have the following objectives:

1. Developing the ability to recognize and analyze problems.

2. Developing analytical and decision-making skills.
3. Providing insight into the fundamental nature of management
process and human behavior in the organization.
4. Developing the ability to formulate goals and to create
commitment to these goals in a given organization.
5. Developing an insight into the various organizational
problems in the context of changing Technological,
Economic, Social and Political Scenario.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

(BBA)
BBA program offers practical management training that can prepare students
to successfully work within a large or small organization and typically allow
students to specialize in one of multiple concentration areas, including
international business, finance, real-estate, computer information system or
accounting.
Duration:6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)

MBA is one of the most popular post-graduate programs globally. The four
semester‟s program is a gateway to a plethora of job opportunities in the
corporate world. Fresh graduates as well as candidates with a few years of
work experience opt for a full-time MBA. MBA is a postgraduate degree
course off our semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is graduation in any stream
or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized
board.
Duration:4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any subject from a recognized university.

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The vision of the economics department is to make each and every student
Department participate in academic proceeding along with active participation in socio-
of cultural activities. Moreover, active participation of both the students and
ECONOMICS teachers in all the activities is the main objective, goal and vision of the
Department of Economics.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF ARTS (ECONOMICS)

COMBINATIONS: Economics, {History/ Sociology/ Education/ English
(any2)}
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility:10+2 in any stream from recognized board

PG COURSE: MASTER OF ARTS (ECONOMICS)

M.A in ECONOMICS is a post graduate degree course of four semester
duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is B.A. in
respective subject or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed
under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

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SCHOOL
OF
TECHNOLOGY

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Computer Science is the study of different programs that involves data and is
Department represented by multiple programs. Users can use algorithms, code, interact
of with other people, and can manipulate digital information using Computer
COMPUTER Science knowledge. It helps one to do the computation and to design the
SCIENCE software, to develop different applications. Technology is used to solve the
problems, and different subjects are microprocessor, programming languages,
database, networks, and computer software. A science that does not have any
traditional scientific methods and uses only technology to solve any problem
is called Computer Science. The Department is committed to excellence in
undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service aiming to
contribute to the socio-economic development of Puerto Rico through. The
education of a diverse, well-rounded, entrepreneurial engineering work force
with a keen sense of social responsibility and a vocation for global
engagement. The production of new knowledge and the transfer of
technology. The cultivation of strong ties with community, governmental, and
non-governmental organizations.

As now the world is becoming more and more digital, so the scope for
Computer Science is also becoming more and more. There is a lot of scope
in computer science even all might have seen people who are from other
specializations like Civil, Mechanical, Electronics and all are working in the
Computer Science sector. Therefore, the IT exports are expanding; according
to the records, only if we see India, the Indian IT exports are expected to
expand to the tune of US$ 175 billion. The most important point in the scope
of computer science is that it is not limited to India, which means it has no
geographical boundary. There are various positions on which you can work
after completing the computer science like Developer or Software
Developers, Software Testing, Database Developer, Data Architect, Data
Modeler, Associate, Quality Assurance, Analyst, Mobile Applications
Developer, UI/UX Designer, Software Quality Assurance (QA), Game
Designer, Website or Mobile Application Designer, Information Technology
Auditor and so on.

Diploma course in Computer Application is a full-time diploma program, the

Diploma course duration of which is two semesters.
in
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying
COMPUTER
APPLICATION 12th-grade examination in any relevant stream of science/Arts/ Commerce
with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Matriculation examination in any stream from a recognized board.

PG Diloma course in Computer Application is a full-time diploma program,

PG Diploma the duration of which is two semesters.
in The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2+3 examination or qualifying
COMPUTER any graduation examination with a minimum aggregate listed under a
APPLICATION
recognized board.
(PGDCA)
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream from a recognized board

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[Link]. in CS/ IT is an undergraduate degree course of six semester duration.

Bachelor of Science The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
in COMPUTER examination in any relevant stream of Science with a minimum aggregate
SCIENCE/ listed under a recognized board.
INFORMATION Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in Science stream from a recognized board.
TECHNOLOGY

BCA is an undergraduate degree course of six semester duration.

Bachelor of
The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
COMPUTER examination in any stream of with a minimum aggregate listed under a
APPLICATION recognized board.
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any relevant stream from a recognized board

Master of Science [Link]/[Link]

eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in CS/ IT/ Electronics or BCA or its
in COMPUTER
equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
SCIENCE/ Duration: 4 semesters.
INFORMATION Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from recognized university.
TECHNOLOGY
MCA is a post graduate degree course of four semester duration. The
Master
minimum eligibility criterion of the course is [Link]. in CS/ IT/ Electronics or
of BCA or its equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a
COMPUTER recognized board.
APPLICATION Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

Library science is an interdisciplinary subject. It is an outcome of the

Department Of Information science and Library studies. Hence, it is also called the Library
LIBRARY& and Information science. Library science deals with the organization,
arrangement, preservation, collection, shelving, categorization and
INFORMATION
management of the library materials such as books, texts, titles, journals,
SCIENCE newspapers and old editions. A librarian manages controls and up keeps the
information sources of the library.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION

SCIENCE
Bachelor of Library & Information Science is a under graduate degree course
of six semester duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the Bachelor
course or 12th grade examination or its equivalent degree with a minimum
aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters
Eligibility: Bachelor course or its equivalent degree in relevant subject from a
recognized university.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION SCIENCE

Master in Library & Information Science is a post graduate degree course of
four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the Bachelor course or its equivalent
degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university.

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SCHOOL
OF
DESIGN AND APPLIED ARTS

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The course of fashion Design aims to develop and provide professional

Department graduates through leadership in education and training that will meet the
of needs and expectation of the fashion socials and human values.
FASHION The core mission is to create skills in design, fashion theory and innovation
DESIGNING developments that will enable students to achieve their goals both design
and construction.

Diploma Course (FASHION DESIGNING)

Diploma in Fashion Designing is a full-time diploma program, the course
duration of which is two semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying
12th-grade examination in any relevant stream of Science/ Arts/ Commerce
with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: 10+2 examination in any stream from a recognized board.

PG Diploma Course (FASHION DESIGNING)

PG Diploma in Fashion Designing is a full-time diploma program, the
duration of which is two semesters.
The eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2+3 examination or qualifying
any graduation examination with a minimum aggregate listed under a
recognized board.
Duration: 2 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in any stream from a recognized board.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF FASHION DESIGNING

Bachelor of Fashion Designing is an undergraduate degree course of six
semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
examination in any relevant stream with a minimum aggregate listed under a
recognized board.
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF FASHION DESIGNING

Master of Fashion Designing is a post graduate degree course of four
semester duration. The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is
Bachelor of Fashion Designing or its equivalent degree with a minimum
aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration:4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject (Fashion/ Interior /Textile
Designing) from a recognized university.

Fine Arts is indeed an aesthetic and creative career choice. Aristotle once
Department said that the major objective of art is to exhibit the inner creativity of
of things and not the outer significance. It teaches and prepares students to
FINE ARTS become artists and to follow other practices that are associated with the
making of art. According to Aristotle “the main aim of art is to represent
not the outward appearance of things, but also their inward significance”.

UG COURSE: BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS

The minimum eligibility criteria of the course is qualifying 12th-grade
Examination in any relevant stream with a minimum aggregate listed under
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a recognized board.
Duration: 6 semesters
Eligibility: 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board.

PG COURSE: MASTER OF FINE ARTS

MFA is a postgraduate degree course of four semester duration.
The minimum eligibility criterion of the course is BFA or its equivalent
degree with a minimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.
Duration: 4 semesters.
Eligibility: Graduation in relevant subject from a recognized university

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Fee Structure (North-East (INR)) for the Admission year 2023
Duration 1st 2nd Semester
[Link]. Name of the Courses (semesters) Semester (onwards)
1 MASTER OF ARTS (EDUCATION) 4 30500 19500
2 MASTER OF ARTS (ECONOMICS) 4 30500 19500
3 MASTER OF ARTS (ENGLISH) 4 30500 19500
MASTER OF ARTS (ENVIRONMENTAL
4 4 31500 20500
MANAGEMENT)
5 MASTER OF ARTS (GEOGRAPHY) 4 38500 27500
6 MASTER OF ARTS (HISTORY) 4 30500 19500
7 MASTER OF ARTS (PHILOSOPHY) 4 30500 19500
8 MASTER OF ARTS (POLITICAL SCIENCE) 4 30500 19500
MASTER OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY &
9 4 30500 19500
COUNSELING)
10 MASTER OF ARTS (PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION) 4 30500 19500
11 MASTER OF ARTS (RURAL DEVELOPMENT) 4 30500 19500
12 MASTER OF ARTS (SOCIOLOGY) 4 30500 19500
13 BACHELOR OF ARTS (EDUCATION) 6 29500 19500
14 BACHELOR OF ARTS (ECONOMICS) 6 29500 19500
15 BACHELOR OF ARTS (ENGLISH) 6 29500 19500
BACHELOR OF ARTS (ENVIRONMENTAL
16 6 29500 19500
MANAGEMENT)
17 BACHELOR OF ARTS (GEOGRAPHY) 6 35500 25000
18 BACHELOR OF ARTS (HISTORY) 6 29500 19500
19 BACHELOR OF ARTS (PHILOSOPHY) 6 29500 19500
20 BACHELOR OF ARTS (POLITICAL SCIENCE) 6 29500 19500
BACHELOR OF ARTS (PSYCHOLOGY &
21 6 29500 19500
COUNSELING)
22 BACHELOR OF ARTS (RURAL DEVELOPMENT) 6 29500 19500
23 BACHELOR OF ARTS (SOCIOLOGY) 6 29500 19500
24 PG DIPLOMA (HUMAN RIGHTS) 2 24500 17500
PG DIPLOMA (PEACE & CONFLICT
25 2 24500 17500
RESOLUTION)
26 PG DIPLOMA (RURAL DEVELOPMENT) 2 24500 17500
27 DIPLOMA (GUIDANCE & COUNSELING) 2 23500 16500
28 MASTER OF COMMERCE 4 30500 19500
29 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 4 32500 21500
30 MASTER OF SCIENCE (COMPUTER SCIENCE) 4 35500 24500
MASTER OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION
31 4 35500 24500
TECHNOLOGY)
32 MASTER OF COMPUTER APPLICATION 4 35500 24500
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY (COMPUTER
33 4 40500 29500
SCIENCE)
MASTER OF TECHNOLOGY (INFORMATION
34 4 40500 29500
TECHNOLOGY)
MASTER OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION
35 2 35500 24500
SCIENCE
36 MASTER OF FASHION DESIGNING 4 35500 24500
37 MASTER OF FINE ARTS 4 35500 24500
38 MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK 4 42500 19500
39 BACHELOR OF COMMERCE 6 29500 19500
40 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION 6 29500 19500
41 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (COMPUTER SCIENCE) 6 32500 22500
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION
42 6 32500 22500
TECHNOLOGY)
43 BACHELOR OF COMPUTER APPLICATION 6 32500 22500
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (COMPUTER
44 6 32500 22500
SCIENCE)
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (INFORMATION
45 6 32500 22500
TECHNOLOGY)
BACHELOR OF LIBRARY & INFORMATION
46 2 32500 22500
SCIENCE
47 BACHELOR OF FASHION DESIGNING 6 32500 22500
48 BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS 6 32500 22500
49 BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK 6 39500 19500
50 PG DIPLOMA (COMPUTER APPLICATION) 2 27500 19500
51 PG DIPLOMA (FASHION DESIGNING) 2 27500 19500
52 DIPLOMA (COMPUTER APPLICATION) 2 26500 0
53 DIPLOMA (FASHION DESIGNING) 2 26500 19500
54 MASTER OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURE) 4 38500 27500
55 MASTER OF SCIENCE (BOTANY) 4 35500 25500
56 MASTER OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY) 4 38500 26500
MASTER OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL
57 4 38500 27500
SCIENCE)
58 MASTER OF SCIENCE (GEOGRAPHY) 4 38500 27500
59 MASTER OF SCIENCE (MATHEMATICS) 4 35500 25500
60 MASTER OF SCIENCE (MICROBIOLOGY) 4 35500 25500
61 MASTER OF SCIENCE (PHYSICS) 4 35500 25500
62 MASTER OF SCIENCE (ZOOLOGY) 4 35500 25500
63 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (AGRICULTURE) 8 35500 25500
64 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (BOTANY) 6 35500 25500
65 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (CHEMISTRY) 6 38500 26500
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (ENVIRONMENTAL
66 6 35500 25500
SCIENCE)
67 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (GEOGRAPHY) 6 35500 25500
68 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (MATHEMATICS) 6 35500 25500
69 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (MICROBIOLOGY) 6 35500 25500
70 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (PHYSICS) 6 35500 25500
71 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (ZOOLOGY) 6 35500 25500

 Rs. 10,000/- per semester additional fee shall be charged for students other than North-East India.
 Rs. 20,000/- per semester additional fee shall be charged for International students.
 Fee for Migration Certificate & Provisional degree are included herein.
 Examination fee shall be charged separately at the time of filling the Examination form.

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COLLEGE OF
PHARMACY

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The College of Pharmacy, William Carey University, produces Pharmacists. Pharmacists are healthcare
professionals who practice in pharmacy, which deals in the field of health sciences focusing on safe and
effective medication use. They are licensed to prepare and dispense medications, involved in patient care,
counsel patients, and monitor outcomes according to a prescription from a licensed health
professional. Apart from drugs too, a pharmacist has holistic roles to play in anything that has chemicals,
from the food you take to the products you use, all of this comes under the umbrella of pharmacy. They
have an active role to playin many industries.

DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY ([Link])

Diploma in Pharmacy is a full-time diploma program, the duration of which is two years. The eligibility
of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying12th-grade examination in any relevant stream
andminimum aggregate listed under a recognized board.

Duration: 2 years.
Eligibility: 10+2 examination in any relevant stream from a recognized board.
Fee: 1st Year – Rs. 77,000/- , 2nd Year – Rs.77500/-
 Rs. 20,000/- per year additional fee shall be charged for students other than North-East India.
 Rs. 40,000/- per year additional fee shall be charged for International students.
 Fee for Migration Certificate & Provisional degree are included herein.
 Examination fee shall be charged separately at the time of filling the Examination form.

BACHELOR IN PHARMACY ([Link])

Bachelor in Pharmacy is a full-time graduation program, the duration of which is 8 semesters. The
eligibility of the course is passing of 10+2 examination or qualifying12th-grade examination in any
relevant stream andminimum aggregate listed under a recognized board or Diploma in Pharmacy.
Duration: 8 semesters.
Eligibility: 10+2 examination in any relevant stream from recognized board or [Link] (Lateral Entry)
Fee: 1st Semester – Rs. 68,500/- , 2nd Semester onwards – Rs. 58,500/-
 Rs. 10,000/- per semester additional fee shall be charged for students other than North-East India.
 Rs. 20,000/- per semester additional fee shall be charged for International students.
 Fee for Migration Certificate & Provisional degree are included herein.
 Examination fee shall be charged separately at the time of filling the Examination form.

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DOCTORAL
PROGRAM

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Introduction:
All UGC norms and regulations are followed while offering Doctoral Programs at the William Carey
University. The William Carey University provides Doctoral Programs of research through theoretical,
critical, contextual and applied scholarship, encouraging diverse analytic and integrated perspectives. The
research program aims to provide professionals engaged in higher educational institutions with
qualifications for higher levels of service, teaching, and research anywhere such a degree is required. The
program consists of rigorous study and research in a chosen field of study within their particular contexts
through an integrated program of learning. The University encourages Doctoral Programs for the
development to find dependents research for scholars and practitioners through critical thinking and research
skills required for professional careers in various fields of specialization. Research will encourage the
integration of various disciplines to place the study in its appropriate context. The objectives of the program
will be fulfilled by providing researchers with academic integrity, scheduling flexibility, and contextual
sensitivity. Motivation in application is built in to the program. Currently all research at the university and
the award of degrees follows: [Link]
REGULATIONS,-[Link]
Program Outcomes:
• Achieves recognition/acceptance/equivalence through maintenance of Inter-national standards.
• Collaborates with international institutions on the basis of reciprocity.
• Develops scholars with interdisciplinary and an integrated approach to learning.
• PromotesInstitute-Industry-SciencePartnershipswhichmatchhighereducation with industry needs,
transfer research findings from institution to industry and continuously reorient curriculum towards greater
development of socio-economic equality.

The candidate is required to submit a thesis proposal for approval and ten number of Review of related
literature. A common basic template known as Form 1 for thesis proposal has been developed at the William
Carey University. Check out the details of the common basic template known as Form 1 for thesis proposal
in [Link]
PhD Registration:
On the successful completion of the six month mandatory Course Work examination and approval of the
research proposal, the candidate will be issued a Registration Number which allows the candidate to pursue
research. Without the Registration Number, a candidate will not be allowed to proceed with the research.
Submission of Thesis:
• The thesis shall be an original work produced by the candidate with evidence of authenticity.
• Each candidate shall include a statement bearing his/her signature along with the thesis, thereby
declaring that the thesis is a bonafide work of the candidate.
• The thesis should consist of about 60,000 words, excluding the bibliography.
• The candidate should submit one page curriculum vitae, along with the thesis.
• The thesis should be written in English or in a regional language provided the candidate presents
1/3of the thesis in English.
• The candidate should submit a 1000 word abstract of the thesis in English.
• Five copies of the thesis should be submitted to the institution after completing all the formalities.
Research Advisory Committee (RAC):
The Research Advisory Committee (RAC) will consist of the research guide/mentor; two experts from the
field of study, with an additional member appointed from the branch other than that of the field of
specialization to encourage an interdisciplinary and integrated approach. The Research
Guide/Supervisor/Mentor shall be the chairperson of the committee.
Check out the William Carey University, Guidelines for Academic Integrity in the university website
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Evaluation of Thesis:
 The thesis will be evaluated by a panel of two examiners as recommended by the Research Guide/
Supervisor/ Mentor.
 The examiners shall have to submit their evaluation reports within stipulated time period.
Public Defence of Thesis:
• On the recommendation of the examiners, the candidate is invited for Public Defence of the thesis.
• The panel for the Public Defences hall consists of the Vice Chancellor, Dean of Faculty, Members of
the Research Committee and the examiners.
• The examiners will have to send questions for clarification by the candidate two weeks prior to the
Public Defence.
• A copy of the abstract shall be made available to the members of the Panel two weeks prior to the
Public Defence.
• A copy of the thesis will be kept in the library and copies of thesis will be sent to the UGC by the
university after the award of degree.
Clearance Certificate:
The candidate is required to obtain clearance certificates from the library, accounts department, hostel, and
the sports department before the degree could be awarded.
Consolidated Recommendation:
Based on the report of the External Examiner and the performance of the candidate in the Public Defence,
the following recommendations may be made:
• The thesis is successfully completed and the Ph.D. degree can be awarded.
• The thesis needs revision in certain areas. (The areas for revision will be specified and set a time
before which the candidate will need to resubmit the thesis).
• If the thesis did not meet the required standard, the candidate cannot be awarded the Ph.D. degree.
Publication of Thesis:
The candidate is encouraged to publish the thesis but with the prior permission of the institution as it
reserves the right to publish.
Convocation:
Convocation is held at regular intervals by the University at Shillong. One can also receive the degree in
absentia.
PhD Program Fee Structure:
Admission form & Entrance Examination Fee- ₹ 7000/- (in Cash)
PhD Course Work Fee: Rs. 40000/-
Course work duration: 06 months
Annual Payment (after proposal submission to RAC) 12 months: 40,000/- (North-East India scholar)
Annual Payment (after proposal submission to RAC) 12 months: 55,000/- (Rest of India scholar)
Annual Payment (after proposal submission to RAC) 12 months: 80,000/- (International scholar)
• Time Duration – upon successful completion of the compulsory course work (six months) the scholar
is permitted 30 Months minimum for submitting one Ph.D. Thesis. (With or without NET
qualification).
• In case of timely completion of the thesis, the fee for the last six months will be half of the annual
payment.
• If time exceeds, annual fee will be charged.
• Pre submission fee- ₹7000.00
• Upon submission for thesis evaluation - ₹15,000.00
• Viva-voce fee - ₹15,000.00
• If time exceeds, Research scholars will have to re-register and annual fee will be charged.
• Course work is compulsory for all Scholars.

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NOTIFICATION ON ANTI-RAGGING

Ragging may be defined as any disorderly conduct whether by words spoken or written or by an act which
has the effect of teasing, treating or handling with rudeness a fresher or a junior student. It may also be
referred to indulging in an undisciplined activity which causes or is likely to cause annoyance, hardship or
psychological harm or to raise fear in a fresher or a junior student. Asking the students to do any act or
perform something which such student will not do in the ordinary course and which has the effect of causing
or generating a sense of shame or embarrassment so as to adversely affect the physique or psyche of a
fresher or a junior student is also considered as ragging.
To curb the menace of ragging on higher educational institutions the University Grants Commission has
framed anti-ragging regulations in pursuance to the judgment of the Honourable Supreme Court of India
dated 8.5.2009 in Civil Appeal No. 887/2009. These regulations are to be mandatorily to be followed by all
universities and colleges. To eliminate ragging in all its forms, William Carey University has also adopted
the „Zero Tolerance Policy‟ towards ragging since its inception. No act of ragging, major or minor shall go
unnoticed. No ragger, male or female, student or non-student, shall go unpunished. Strict action will be
taken against those who indulge in ragging as per the guidelines given by the UGC.
William Carey University has taken several steps to curb the menace of ragging at it premises.

 First and Foremost, the prospectus for admission issued to the aspirants for admission has clearly
mentioned that ragging in any form is banned in the institution and anyone indulging in ragging is
likely to received deterrent punishment.
 The university has setup a dedicated Anti-Ragging Cell to encourage the students for reporting
against any incidents of ragging.
 CCTVs have also been installed at vital points around the university and constant Counselling of
students are being done to prevent any such incidents.
 Workshops and Seminars are held every once a year to create awareness among the students.
 Surprise inspection of student accommodation, canteens, recreational rooms etc. are done on regular
basis by the members of the Anti-Ragging Cell.
 Anti-Ragging posters are displayed at all prominent places like Admission Centre, Departments,
Library, Canteen, Common Facilities etc.
 Each student and every parent are advised by the university to submit an online undertaking every
academic year at [Link] is in accordance to the 2nd amendment in UGC
regulations.

Strict action will be taken against those who indulge in ragging as per the guidelines given by UGC.
Students should report any unsocial behaviour on the campus to the Anti-Ragging Cell of the University.

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GENERAL
GUIDELINES
FOR
ADMISSION

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GENERL INSTRUCTIONS
• Applicants seeking admission to any Diploma, PG Diploma, UG, PG, and Ph.D. programme at
William Carey University, Meghalaya during the academic session may apply either Online or Offline.
Applicants can view the prospectus by visiting the website [Link]
• Applicants are required to read the Prospectus from the website carefully before filling the
Admission Form and are advised to check general information, eligibility criteria and fee structure details.
• The applicant desiring for applying in more than one programme shall submit separate Admission
forms.
• The Application Fee is Non- Refundable.
• Incomplete application form will not be accepted.
• It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his/ her eligibility before applying for admission
to a particular programme. No claim of any sort in this matter shall be entertained.
• Student can pay respective semester fee in 2 equal instalments.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ONLINE ADMISSION

Applicant is required to apply at the online admission portal in the university website
[Link] after making the requisite payment of ₹100/- (Rupees One hundred only).
The applicant is not required to send the hardcopy of online admission form/ acknowledgement to the
University; however applicant is advised to keep a copy of the online admission acknowledgement for
further reference.
A1. Necessary Documents required:
 Valid email ID and mobile No.
 One recent color passport size photograph, maximum file size: 50kb, file format: . jpg/.png
 Applicant‟s signature, maximum file size: 30 kb, file format: .jpg/ .png
 Age proof document (Matriculation admit card / Aadhar card / Driving license) maximum file size:
50kb, file format: .jpg/ .png
 Applicant seeking reservation need to upload caste certificate, maximum file size: 100kb, file format:
.jpg/ .png
 All educational mark sheets and certificates from matriculation onwards, maximum file size: 2mb,
file format: .pdf

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OFFLINE ADMISSION

Applicant can take offline admission either by visiting University office or by Postal Service.

B1. By visiting University office-

Applicant is required to visit University office i.e. Monday-Friday; 10:00am-3:00pm (excluding holidays)
and collect the admission form by paying ₹100 (Rupees One hundred only) in cash.
Or
B2. By Postal Service-
Applicant is required to send a demand draft with the payment of 200/- (Rupees Two hundred only) along
with one self-addressed A4-size envelope to The Admission Officer, William Carey University,
Nongmensong, Umkdait, Shillong – 793019, Meghalaya.
DD Details-
In favor of: William Carey University
Payable at: Shillong

Applicant will receive the Admission form by post. The applicant is required to send the duly filled
Admission form to the University at above cited address along with all necessary documents.
B3. Necessary Documents to be enclosed:
 Two recent colour passport size photographs.
 Self-attested photocopy of age proof document (Matriculation admit card/ Aadhar card/ Driving
License).
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 Reserved applicant needs to attach a self-attested photocopy of caste/ tribe certificate.
 Self-attested photocopy of all educational mark sheets and certificates from matriculation onwards.

ADMISSON PROCEDURE
 Based on the application received by the University either online or offline mode, the University will
intimate the selected Applicant by email or telephone.
 Applicant is advised to complete the admission procedure within 10 days after receiving of the
admission confirmation e-mail.
 For the payment of the admission fee cum 1st semester fee installment facility is available i.e.,
student can pay the semester fee in 2 equal installments.
 If an applicant fails to complete the admission procedure by the prescribed date, his/ her admission
will be automatically cancelled.
 Admission of an applicant may be cancelled at any time, if any information furnished by the
applicant at the time of admission is found to be incorrect or and the applicant has concealed
information(s).
 If any Applicant desires to change the course/ subject after the admission, they have to apply within
10 days from the date of admission and need to pay ₹200 (Rupees Two hundred only) for
documentation.
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Admission
Guidelines
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The applicant is requested to view Prospectus from the website

[Link]
for Admission Guidelines, Cours

Mode to apply

ONLINE MODE OFFLINE MODE

Applicant is required to register at the Applicant can take offline admission

online admission portal in the either by visiting University office
university website with fee ₹100/- (Rupees One hundred
[Link] only)
After registration, the applicant can OR
fillup the admission form and pay by Postal Services with fee ₹200/-
₹100/- (Rupees One hundred only) (Rupees Two hundred only) and
for final submission of the application. submitit to the office.

Scrutiny of Application

Based on the application received by the University either online or offline

mode, the University will intimate to the selected Applicant by email or
telephone along with the admission receipt/ token.
The applicant is requested to complete the admission procedure by making the
payment of first semester fee either by visiting the university office or by online
payment gateway(s).
The Applicant is requested to complete the admission procedure within 10 days
after receivingthe admission confirmation mail.

END
the process

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