Established in 1995, Sikkim Manipal University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Gangtok (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Sikkim. Officially recognized by the University Grants Commission of India, Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) is a coeducational Indian higher education institution. Sikkim Manipal University (SMU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. This 26 years old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SMU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.