Founded in 1948, Gauhati University is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Guwahati (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Assam. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Gauhati University (GU) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Gauhati University (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.