Recognition & Approvals

University Grant Commission (UGC)
Sikkim Professional University erstwhile Vinayaka Missions Sikkim University has been established in the year 2008 under The Sikkim Professional University Act 2008 (Amendment Act No. 9 of 2020) by Sikkim State Assembly. The University is duly recognized by the University Grants Commission of India (UGC). Therefore, the University is authorized to impart higher education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
ASSOCIATION OF INDIAN UNIVERSITIES (AIU)
Sikkim Professional University is a member of the Association of Indian University (AIU). As per the membership of AIU, the degree, diploma and other professional programmes offered by the University are recognized by the University Grant Commission (UGC).
BAR COUNCIL OF INDIA (BCI)
The Bar Council of India has duly acknowledged and approved Sikkim Professional University, guaranteeing that its legal programs meet the most stringent requirements for legal education. This accreditation guarantees that the institution’s law graduates fulfill the requirements for practicing law in India and attests to its dedication to providing high-quality legal education. The Bar Council of India’s approval highlights Sikkim Professional University’s commitment to creating an environment that educates students for prosperous legal careers while adhering to the national legal profession’s regulatory standards. Click here
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
Department of Pharmaceutical Science of Sikkim Professional University is approved by the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI). Therefore, the University is authorized to impart Pharmaceutical Sciences programmes.
Indian Nursing Council (INC)
The Nursing Department of Sikkim Professional University is approved by the Indian Nursing Council (INC). Therefore, the University is authorized to impart Nursing programmes.
Sikkim Nursing Council (SNC)
The Nursing Department of Sikkim Professional University is approved by the Sikkim Nursing Council (SNC). Therefore, the University is authorized to impart Nursing programmes.