Himachal Pradesh is also known as 'Dev Bhoomi' with exceptional scenic beauties having a pinch of Tibetan culture and home to many Buddhist monasteries. It is a hub of many educational institutions offering many kinds of courses in various disciplines. Himachal Pradesh is one of the states with the highest literacy rate....
At the time of Independence, it used to be one of the lowest states in literacy rate with 8%. But by 2011 it improved significantly and became one of the most literate states in India with a literacy rate of 82.8%. The Government of Himachal Pradesh is constantly working for the betterment and growth of the education system of the state.
The education rate among females is quite appreciable in the state which reflects the sensitivity of the government towards women empowerment. The state government has played a vital role in the rise of literacy in the state by taking up various initiatives. The state appoints teachers, lecturers, and professors not only from the state but also from other states of India. There is a great effort made in increasing the number of educated and talented teaching faculty.
The state offers higher education in diverse courses. There are 5 Government Medical Colleges that hold an important place in medical sciences namely- Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi Government Post Graduate College, Indira Gandhi Medical College, Homeopathic Medical College, and Hospital.
There are also some autonomous institutions like IIT (Indian Institute of Technology), IIM (Indian Institute of management), IIIT (Indian Institute of Information Technology), etc. Himachal has progressed a lot in higher education with the establishment of these autonomous institutions. The standard of education has gradually increased and is highly appreciable and is also comparatively high from many states of the country.
Indian Institute of Technology in Mandi, Indian institute of management in Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh University in Shimla, The Baddi University of Emerging Sciences and Technologies, National Institute of Technology in Hamirpur, Indian Institute of Information Technology in Una, National Law University, the Central University of Himachal Pradesh in Dharmashala are some reputed Universities in Himachal Pradesh.
The Indian Institute of Technology in Mandi also ranks 31st in the Engineering category of NIRF Ranking 2020. Students applying for undergraduate courses have to qualify for JEE (Joint entrance examinations). Civil engineering, computer science engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering physics, data science, and engineering are the following branches offered to the bachelor's of technology.
IIT Mandi has a fantastic record in placement. More than 90% of the students get placed every year in renowned companies. It is declared as Institute of National Importance by the Parliament of India. The campus is sustainable and has numerous facilities for the students.
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Una. Students can get admission here through joint entrance exams conducted by IIT's all over India. The admission is completely based on merit in the entrance exam. The candidate should have passed 12th std with science stream to sit in the entrance exam.
The college also offers scholarships through Vidya Laxmi Scholarship and National Scholarship by Government. There are seat reservations for SC's, STs, OBC's and the underprivileged. There are wonderful placement opportunities offered by the institution and the college claims a 100% placement guarantee. The highest CTC in the year 2020 was INR 13.5 lakhs.
It has four State University, and one Central University. This hilly state has the largest number of universities in the country.
Solan district of Himachal Pradesh is the educational hub. Solan alone has four universities in a range of few kilometers.
The medical schools and colleges in the state offer numerous ranges of specialization to the students practicing medical sciences. The various courses include subjects like Medicine, surgery, cardiology, oncology, radiotherapy, neurology, plastic surgery, nephrology, neonatology, neuro-surgery, microbiology, biochemistry, nuclear medicine, radiology, dermatology, etc.
Students planning to pursue medical science at the University of Himachal Pradesh must obtain 50% marks in 10+2 examinations with a science background. And have to qualify competitive entrance test organized by the nation or the state. The medical Colleges have top-class modern facilities and with specialization in many departments. The faculty is also very knowledgeable and talented in their respective fields. The medical colleges in Himachal Pradesh are popular for providing quality medical education to the students. The colleges also offer practicing as an assistant in respective fields.