Research and Development Cell - Manipur International University
The National Education Policy 2020 provides the roadmap to boost quality research in higher education. As research serves as the backbone in improving the learning offered by Higher Education Institutions, our nation is on the front gear to tackle its societal challenges with robust higher education that focuses on research and innovation along with technology development.

Our Institution

Manipur International University is established as a research oriented institution with a strong ambition to augment the research turf that compliments and provide the required thrust to the numerous scholars who lack logistics support. Our vision is well aligned with the idea postulated by NEP 2020.

Vision

To put in place a robust mechanism for developing and strengthening the research ecosystem within HEIs, aligned with the provisions of NEP-2020.

Mission

  • To create a conducive environment for enhanced research productivity.
  • To encourage collaboration across industry, government, community-based organizations, and agencies at the local, national, and international levels.
  • To facilitate greater access to research through mobilization of resources and funding.

Objectives

  1. To create an organizational structure with role-based functions of RDC, formulate Research Policy for the HEIs, identify thrust areas of research, and form related cluster groups/ frontline teams/consortia of researchers.
  2. To create enabling provisions in Research Policies for recruitment of research personnel, procurement of equipment, and financial management with adequate autonomy to the Principal Investigator(s) and disseminate research outcomes to stakeholders and the public at large.
  3. To establish a special purpose vehicle to promote researchers and innovators, identify potential collaborators from industry, research organizations, academic institutions & other stakeholders for cooperation and synergistic partnerships.
  4. To act as a liaison between researchers & relevant research funding agencies, extend guidance in preparation & submission of project proposals and post-sanctioning of the grants to oversee adherence to timelines.

Research Committee

The overall progression of research works falls strictly under the purview of FRC (Faculty Research Committee) headed by the Chairman who also serves as the Pro VC of the University. Other committee members are represented by the Deans of respective schools of the University.

Prof. Potsangbam Kumar Singh
Chairman, FRC & Pro Vice-Chancellor

The main research program is formally open for Post-doctoral program and Doctoral program.

Committee Structure

Leadership: Chairman (Pro VC)

Members: Deans of respective schools

Scope: Overall research progression oversight

Research Programs & Disciplines

Post-doctoral Programs

  • Doctor of Science (D.Sc.)
  • Doctor of Literature (D.Litt.)
  • Doctor of Law (LLD)

PhD Research Disciplines

Our comprehensive PhD programs span across multiple disciplines, offering extensive research opportunities in both scientific and humanities fields.

Group A - Sciences & Technology

Agriculture
Bio-Chemistry
Biotechnology
Botany
Computer Science
Chemistry
Food Technology
Zoology
Environmental Science
Geology
Geography
Home Science
Microbiology
Physics
Health Sciences

Group B - Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Anthropology
Commerce
Disaster Management
Education
English
Economics
Fine Arts
Fashion Technology
Journalism and Mass Communication
Hindi
History
Indian Languages
Law
Library Science
Linguistics
Mathematics
Management
Physical Education
Performing Arts/Dance/Music
Political Science
Psychology
Philosophy
Statistics
Social Work
Sociology
Theatre
Thang-ta
Tourism
Visual Arts
Yoga

Recent Publications

  • Laiphrakpam Pinky Chanu, Ngangbam, A.K, Lakshmikanta Khundrakpam, Bijayalakshmi Devi Nongmaithem, Lenin Laishram, and Harvinder Kaur Sidhu. 2025. Biochemical Characterization of Xanthomonas campestris pv. vesicatoria in Chilli Pepper (Capsicum chinense). Ecology, Environment and Conservation. 31: S45-S50, ISSN (Print): 0971–765X,     DOI: http://doi.org/10.53550/EEC.2025.v31i02s.008
  • Moirangthem, M., Thokchom, R. and Singh, P. K. (2025). In vitro mass propagation of Cymbidium eburneum from immature seed pods, Propagation of Ornamental Plants, www.journal-pop.org ISSN 1311-9109, Impact Factor for 2024: 0.600, Scopus Database of Elsevier (Accepted)
  • Senthilkumar, S., Singh, P.K. and Rani, C.K. (2025). Thin layer chromatography (TLC) and antioxidant activity of ethanolic extract of Acalypha indica linn, International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 15(01): 1600-1606, DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2025.15.1.1265
  • Awungashi Samshokwo Varekan, Harikumar Pallathadka and Yuhlung Cheithou Charles. 2025. A Review on Traditional Indigenous Agricultural Practices of North East: With Special Reference to Manipur and Nagaland, in International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (IJCRT), An International Open Access Peer-Reviewed, Refereed journal, 13 (4), ISSN: 2320-2882. www.ijcrt.org  
  • Awungashi Samshokwo Varekan, Harikumar Pallathadka and Yuhlung Cheithou Charles. 2025. A Review on Traditional Indigenous Agricultural Practices of North East: With Special Reference to Manipur and Nagaland, in International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (IJCRT), An International Open Access Peer-Reviewed, Refereed journal, 13 (4), ISSN: 2320-2882. www.ijcrt.org  

Manipur International University

MIU HQ, Ghari Awang Leikai, Airport Road, Imphal West

manipur -795140

About MIU

The Manipur International University (MIU) is an Autonomous State Statutory International University. It is established, recognized, and institutionally accredited by the State Government of Manipur. It is recognized and listed by the University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education, Government of India under section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956 as a State Private University. It is empowered to award degrees under section 22 of the UGC Act, 1956. It has been declared as an “International Institution of Excellence,” an “Institution of State Importance,” and “State Research Institute” by the State.