Question 1

Does Sikkim University provide language programmes?

Accepted Answer

Sikkim University has a School Of Languages And Literature which has 7 departments- Bhutia, Chinese, English, Hindi, Lepcha, Limbu and Nepali. They offer BA in Chinese and MA, M.phil, PhD in all other departments.

Question 2

Does Sikkim University have Affiliated Colleges?

Accepted Answer

There are 17 Affiliated Colleges in Sikkim University, some of them were founded before Sikkim University like Nar Bahadur Bhandari Degree College, Sikkim Govt. Law College, Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Loyola College of Education, Damber Singh College, Namchi Government College, Harkamaya College of Education and Government College.

Question 3

Can I get admission to Sikkim University without any entrance?

Accepted Answer

It is not possible to get admission to Sikkim University without any entrance as it comes under the list of central universities and to get admission you have to appear in the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) conducted by the NTA yearly.

Question 4

Is attendance mandatory at Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

There is 75% mandatory attendance at Sikkim University as per the university rules and regulations and in affiliated colleges there will be 75% mandatory attendance for the students.

Question 5

How is the Campus life of Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

The permanent campus of Sikkim University is 300 acres at Yangang in the South District of Sikkim. The campus will be fully residential with administrative-cum-academic complex, residential complex, student hostels, sports complex, Health Centre and market complex with restaurants, departmental stores and other utility stores.

Question 6

Is there any refund policy if a student withdraws admission?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sikkim University will refund the fee as per the provisions notified by UGC in October 2018.15 days or more before the formally- notified last date of admission, 100% of fees will be refunded.Less than 15 days before the formally notified last date of admission, 90% of fees will be refunded.15 days or less after the formally notified last date of admission, 80% of fees will be refunded.30 days or less, but more than 15 days after formally notified the last date of admission, 50 % of fees will be refunded.More than 30 days after formally-notified the last date of admission, 0% of fees will be refunded

Question 7

What is the reservation policy at Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

Sikkim University gives relaxation to reserved categories such as SC/ST students. Students belonging from Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribes get 5% relaxation in the eligibility criteria. Moreover, seat relaxation will be given according to the Sikkim High Court order of 2016, to ST, SC, OBC and Unreserved students. Additionally, students belonging to physical disability get 10% seat reservation in every course and class.

Question 8

Does registration cost at Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

Yes, The cost of registration for Sikkim University for admission is INR 1000 for General, INR 750 for OBC and EWSs candidates and INR 500 for ST/SC/PWD candidates and shall be paid through online payment gateway by Debit Card / Credit Card or any other forms of digital transactions.

Question 9

Do Sikkim University buildings have facilities for handicapped students?

Accepted Answer

Sikkim University has adequate facilities for physically challenged students. For instance, it has lifts and grams for personnel with disabilities in more than 80% of the buildings. Similarly, it has specially designed restrooms for handicapped students. Transport facilities or wheel chair facilities are also provided to the needy students.

Question 10

Do I have to submit documents to Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

At the time of admissions, applicants must submit documents online. After shortlisting candidates, Sikkim University releases, merit list for document verification and counseling. At the time of counseling, document verification is done for students. At the time of document verification, shortlisted applicants must submit original documents.

Question 11

Does Sikkim University offer certificate courses?

Accepted Answer

Yes, alongwith full-time degrees at UG, PG and PhD levels, Sikkim University offers a certificate course in Chinese. The admission process for the certificate course is CUET conducted by NTA.

Question 12

Are foreign nationals eligible for admissions and scholarship at Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Sikkim University admits foreign students. Such students are not however eligible for any kind of scholarship from the university. Moreover, foreign students must know that they must fufill eligibility to get admission. They must attach a proof of national identity along with their academic documents.

Question 13

What is the center for Coaching SC/ST/OBC/Minority Students at Sikkim University?

Accepted Answer

The Centre organizes coaching of about three months duration twice in a year keeping in mind the timing of CBSE-UGC-NET / SLET examinations which are normally held in the months of June and December. The method of coaching takes place in the form of class work, tutorials, assignments, face to face interactions, group discussion. Audio-visual methods are also used wherever required. This coaching is absolutely free of cost for the eligible students.

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